My husband and I designed our family dream home, had it built and enjoyed our 47 years together…read moreliving in it with joy, tending to it, and raising our 4 sons in it. Our universe changed as aging brought health issues to our world. We were blessed to be in touch with KB Realtors when we needed them. Our home & property were appreciated by them from day one. They were thorough and efficient in helping us take on this enormous project of selling a family home. Their guidance and support was spot-on. We had never before sold a home or property. Throughout the process they demonstrated their expertise, their wise council, and their total respect for our wishes. Always professional, respectful, knowledgeable, and beyond helpful, they each stepped up well beyond what would be expected to council us, to guide us, and to constantly support us. I remember phoning Gaelen on a Sunday morning, about 7 am Central time. Oops! It was a simple question, certainly woke him up, certainly could have waited a bit, but he snapped to it, found his most pleasant voice, and answered my question. Then there was a time that we requested additional guidance when considering a price reduction. Chelsea was again spot on! She immediately sent us her studies & reviews and a synopsis of their analysis. It helped us to evaluate what to do. This review would be incomplete without letting you know that Gaelen even stepped in to mount our field mower when needed help to perk up the property. In every way, they saw a need we had, and they once again showed their community support and accommodated us in this time of need. In closing I can only assure anyone reading this that KB Realtors are more than business partners. They are that for sure, and they are certainly fine community members, allies, and have become for us, trusted friends, I will always carry gratitude in my heart for all they did for us and how they really stepped up beyond the expected to assure us a successful business venture. I have huge confidence they will do the same for you.....Wishing for you the best of luck! Heid McNeal Steven McNeal (deceased)

Gaelen and team helped us sell our house for over asking in 8 days! (during a buyers market) If you…read moreare looking for an agency that can make things happen quickly and professionally look no further. We felt guided and taken care of every step of the way. We had multiple offers on our home and Gaelen, Chelsea, and Adam were a solid support throughout. Highly recommend!

Tim is experienced, wise, and a real asset when it comes to buying or selling a home. Our mortgage…read morebroker says "Tim knows how to get the deal done," and that is the truth. For my wife and I, we weren't interested in a pushy, alpha realtor. Tim's steady hand is exactly what is needed in a real estate transaction. We looked for 8 months (!) and he never dropped the ball or showed impatience. He is kind, thoughtful, and sees the big picture. Tim's expertise showed when it came to evaluating properties, submitting offers, and completing the deal. We ended up purchasing a HUD foreclosure, which has its own particular set of challenges. Tim deftly navigated through all the potential pitfalls and we're actually closing earlier than planned. I couldn't recommend him highly enough. These days, anyone can find properties instantly on the internet. The real test for a realtor is prudence, experience with deals, and follow-thru. I could not be more pleased than with TIm Johnson.

Tim worked with us for months trying to find a house. Our budget changed part way through the…read moreprocess and he was always patient and attentive. He is very easy going, but pays close attention to detail, has excellent follow-through, and his years of experience show. I did not want a realtor that was pushy or tried to sell us on certain houses. While our house hunt was quite frustrating (we looked at over 25 houses), Tim's attitude was always upbeat and friendly. He always engaged our kids while we looked around at the houses, and as an added bonus, is a master gardener, so I got lots of good tips from him along the way. I would recommend Tim to anyone looking for a realtor in Sonoma County. He is a pleasure to work with, and excellent at his job. We will miss hanging out with him, now that we finally found a house.

Laurie was outstanding! Her instincts on design and staging are top notch, and she sold our home…read morewithin days. She artfully managed the project of demolishing an ADU and converting it prior to sale, as well as getting major work done on the main home and yard. She was communicative, fair, well-educated, and fun to work with. Just phenomenal. The best.

Not just any Port in a Storm…read more Buying a home in Northern California is extremely stressful -- even in the best of times -- and these are not the best of times. Coming from another state also presents a rather steep learning curve, the wood loving pests don't die here, and California has millions of confusing regulations -- laws that present the deceptive appearance of protecting you from tragedy, but mostly seem to have massively increased the amount of paperwork you are supposed to make sense of. Choosing a knowledgeable realtor to guide you through troubled waters has probably never been more important, (but not easy, considering there seem to be far more realtors than houses in this part of the world). Laurie was that safe harbor in the storm for us, and I can't recommend her enough. Not my first rodeo, as I've bought a home before and made my fair share of mistakes (watch out for massive trees next to your foundation), but since we were buying a home while living in another state, and running a business at the same time, we really needed a realtor who was going to go far above and beyond what most seem to do. We needed her to completely handle more than a few series of inspections (house, pests, well, water quality, roof, permit history, etc. etc.), and be able to make sense of those inspections. We also needed her to manage a non typical escrow and line up contractors and tradespeople we could trust. Laurie kept on top of a million balls in the air the whole time. Choose wisely friends, and choose Laurie. It's likely the most important purchase of your life.

We returned to Rhonda once again after she helped us purchase our home 10 years ago. Rhonda and her…read moreteam exceeded every expectation. She guided us through the process start to finish with her professionalism, communication, hard work and market knowledge, but with the same care and warmth. It's rare to find someone who is truly invested in her clients and delivers consistently exceptional service over the years, but she does exactly that. Thank you again for the support in selling our home. Highly recommend.

We've had the privilege of working with Rhonda Alderman twice--first when we sold our home, and…read moreagain when we returned to Sonoma County and purchased another--and we cannot recommend her highly enough. From beginning to end, she brought not only consummate professionalism and deep expertise, but also kindness, integrity, and genuine care for our family and our goals. Her communication skills are outstanding: clear, responsive, and always a step ahead. We felt informed and supported throughout every step of both transactions. As both sellers and buyers, Rhonda offered us astute, accurate guidance that kept us on track and moving gracefully forward. Her warmth and calm made our interactions a pleasure. It's no surprise that she is so highly regarded by other local agents--she brings people together and makes even complex negotiations feel collaborative and smooth. Beyond her talent and professionalism, she's simply a wonderful human being. Thoughtful, calm under pressure, and truly invested in her clients' wellbeing, Rhonda turned what could have been a stressful process into a journey of trust and confidence. If you are buying or selling in Sonoma County, you could not ask for a better advocate and partner. We are so grateful to have worked with her--not once, but twice--and would do so again without hesitation.

Working with Jennifer and Jenny was a fabulous experience. They were honest and upfront about what…read moreneeded to be accomplished in order to sell our Parents house. They both have so much compassion and empathy, and were so understanding and walked us through the entire process while we were still grieving the loss of our parents. Their advice and their experience were spot on and we are so glad they agreed to work with us. I would highly recommend them to anyone buying or selling a house.

We worked with Jenny Watson to buy our dream home in Petaluma. She took the time to really…read moreunderstand and help us interrogate our vision, then compare to what was within our identified price range. She was super responsive, connected us to a great lender who we wound up working with, and explained everything in detail (often multiple times!) along the way. We really felt like she was in our corner. Could not be happier with the level of support and care she (and Jennifer, when Jenny was out) provided! Great team.

Thera, the owner of Sonoma Coast Living Real Estate, was a dream to work with when we decided to…read moresell our home on the Sonoma Coast. She really knows the market and executed on her well-thought-out strategy to close the deal. Rural and coastal properties are tricky to sell. So we needed someone with experience. Thera and her team are knowledgeable of the entire process - from marketing our home, bringing in potential buyers, proactively managing any possible pitfalls, and guiding us through the escrow process. All of our calls and emails were answered promptly, which doesn't happen with all realtors. She made us feel we were her only priority, which I know isn't true:) She has so many beautiful listings on her website. After all her years in real estate, Thera is at the top of her game and we were truly lucky to find her. She covers the entire Sonoma Coast besides Bodega Bay: Jenner to Timber Cove to Sea Ranch. It was such a positive experience that I wanted to write this review. We highly recommend her if you are selling or buying on the Sonoma Coast.

My wife and I met Thera Buttaro at an open house in Bodega Bay last summer. Although we were not…read moreready to buy a home at that time, Thera was very helpful and willingly answered all of our questions about the area, home prices, etc. We remembered Thera this spring when we decided to move forward with buying a Bodega Bay house. She helped us find the home of our dreams, walked us through the process of making an offer and completing all the inspections. With Thera's help we were able to complete our purchase in less than a month! We have nothing but good words for Thera. She made purchasing our home, which is now a somewhat complicated process, very easy and stress free. We highly recommend Thera if you are in the market to buy or sell a home in the Bodega Bay Area. Her professionalism, knowledge of the area, and connections with various tradespeople really impressed us.

Ken is great! He helped us purchase our vacation home on the Russian River in 2021. He was easy to…read morework with and patiently helped us until we found the right place. We would definitely recommend Ken and would work with him again in the future.

Boy, my partner and I really lucked out getting referred to Ken Brennan. Coming from SF, we didn't…read morehave a lot of connections like we have in the city. Ken and his team took care of us from start to finish including a top notch loan agent referral and even contractors and landscape designers to remodel our home. They all worked together to get this difficult transaction through. We are ecstatic with him as our agent. His professionalism, clear communication, prompt response, negotiations, and take charge attitude made the entire home buying process smooth. Thank you Ken!

I cannot recommend Kimberly highly enough! As a long-distance buyer relocating from Boston to Santa…read moreRosa, I needed a realtor who could handle all the challenging homebuying logistics in California--and Kimberly exceeded every expectation. During my initial weekend visit, she quickly understood my preferences and helped me narrow down my search. When a promising property came on the market after I returned to Boston, she provided such a thorough video tour that I felt like I was walking through it myself. Her responsiveness, knowledge, and genuine care made what could have been a stressful process remarkably smooth. Kimberly truly went above and beyond at every turn. She coordinated inspections, arranged for deep cleaning before my move-in, signed for my new bed delivery and setup, and even agreed to receive my car delivery over the Christmas holidays. As a newcomer to California, I was overwhelmed with logistics, but she guided me through everything from acquiring insurance in a fire-risk area to understanding the nuances of Oakmont Village's different sub-HOA requirements. She connected me with reliable inspectors, contractors/handymen, and service providers, drawing on her extensive network and experience flipping homes with her husband. Whether answering questions herself or quickly connecting me with the right expert, her follow-through was impeccable. If you're buying a home--especially from out of state--Kimberly is the best!

Kim and her team were amazing during the entire home buying process. They were patient, responsive…read moreand easy to work with.

We cannot recommend Ian and Cory highly enough. From the very beginning, they were incredibly…read moreproactive, thoughtful, and deeply on top of every logistical aspect of buying our home in Sebastopol. They helped us quickly see and evaluate the house, guided us through making a strong and timely offer, and stayed closely engaged with every important detail throughout the entire transaction. Their attention to detail was exceptional, and we felt so well cared for at every step of what can otherwise be a stressful and complex process. What truly set Ian and Cory apart, though, was the care and genuine connection they brought to the experience. It was clear from the start that helping us buy a home was more than just a transaction or a service to them. They were truly invested in us as a family and in supporting a smooth, grounded transition into this next chapter of our lives. Even after the sale closed, their support didn't stop. As we settled into our new home and into the Sebastopol community more broadly, Ian and Cory continued to show up--connecting us with local services, trusted vendors, and people we needed as we got ourselves set up. That ongoing generosity and sense of partnership meant so much to us. Ian and Cory are incredibly kind, thoughtful, and detail-oriented real estate agents, and truly wonderful humans to work with. We are deeply grateful for their guidance and partnership and would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in Sebastopol or throughout West County.

Cory and her team are absolutely wonderful to work with. We were in a situation where we had…read morealready moved far from the property we were selling. Cory and Ian were very attentive to our wishes and went well above and beyond all expectations to make the house ready for sale. Communication and attention to detail was exactly what we wanted and was exactly what we received. We are so grateful to them for making our difficult and stressful situation, an easy and enjoyable one.

We had been home shopping long distance and Mallory was very responsive to our needs. Even with a…read morethree hour time difference, she was in constant contact lining up viewings for us on upcoming visits. She knew and understood our needs and zeroed in on multiple properties that fit them. Mallory is a long term resident of the area and that brings a wealth of knowledge and extensive, quality contact list. These contacts proved quite beneficial to us when updating some of the homes' needs. "Above and Beyond " would describe Mallory to a T. often meeting with us on short notice...or meeting with us cross-town to swap paper work or even transfer luggage on one occasion! Mallory quickly earned our trust and friendship and we look forward to being back on the west coast and sharing time with her and family

Mallory is the best! It's hard to find a realtor that you trust, understands what your looking for…read moreand guides you through the process painlessly. Mallory does all of this flawlessly. One of the big advantages to working with Mallory is she grew up in the Russian River Valley. She can drive through neighborhoods and literally point out every street that is at risk of flooding, what each neighborhood is like and hidden gems that you might not have found. She is able to easily be honest about what you will find for your price and is no pressure. Best of all though, Mallory is fun to be with and see homes. She found us the perfect house. She recommended us a local lender that specializes in the area and kept everyone on track for a smooth and quick closing. I can't say enough how much I appreciate all she did for us.