It had been 15 years since we sold and purchased a home, and we pretty much felt like first time buyers all over again. Mike was recommended to us and we were very impressed with him. He sold our home and also helped up with the purchase of our new home. We started with an introductory meeting. He went over his background, ask us what our goals were, and explained the process in detail. He was very patient and knowledgeable of the areas we were looking in (Castro Valley, San Ramon, Dublin and Pleasanton). We were all over the place as far as where we wanted to live, but he kept us focused -- allowing us our freedom -- and grounded, listening to our wants while also reminding us of our budget. We worked in stages: First, selling our home. He covered everything starting with pre-qualifying/getting approved to inspections then pricing and staging, and finally to presenting, selling and negotiating with the offers we received. Next, finding our next home. While our home was getting ready to sell, he sent us listings of homes. He was also open to us doing our own searching. We would send him listings and he would reply back almost instantly with open house dates and/or information of the status of the house (if it's pending, how many people are interested in it, why it's been on the market for x number of days, etc.) He showed us homes and always let us make our own assessments. Then after a showing, he would ask us for our input (what did you like, what did you not like, etc.) which would then help him narrow other home searches. He got to know what types of homes we would be interested in and what areas. He was like our own Nordstrom personal shopper but for homes. Lastly, buying our new home. This is where Mike shone the brightest for us. We fell in love with a home that was for sale by owner. Because the owner did not have a real estate agent, he stepped in gracefully and professionally and ensured that he was going to do his best to make sure this transaction ran smoothly. There were a couple of bumps along the way but Mike worked tirelessly for us and negotiated with a passion so that the transaction was practically seamless from our end. He had our backs the entire process and got us in our dream home! We cannot thank Mike enough for all he has done. He is an amazing realtor and someone you can trust and rely on. He was always accessible and responded quickly. And to top it off, friendly and personable. You just want to hang out with him and celebrate! read more

We recently bought a home with Mike and have nothing but good things to say! We knew what we liked but had a hard time locking down a specific area or location. He helped us narrow it down and gave us great advice! He was the perfect mix of patient and engaging. He's a super honest real estate agent. Overall amazing service!! You can't go wrong with Mike! read more

This review is long overdue. Mike did an amazing job helping me to acquire my new home. He was very patient and informative through the whole process, helping me to be clear on what I wanted and needed in my home and encouraged me to stay within my budget. He worked really well with the sellers' realtors as well, which helped in the whole offer process. As I was preparing to move in to my new home he referred me to some great folks to help with new flooring, and he made sure I knew he was available if I needed anything else. He is a consummate professional, and also just a nice and honest guy, which made him a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend Mike and his team! read more

I highly recommend Mike Continillo! I have worked with many real estate agents over the years and have found Mike Continillo to be the best by far. He is very knowledgeable,thorough and expedient. He always responded to my calls(and there were many), questions and concerns in a professional and timely(even when he was on vacation )manner. I found the perfect home and a resourceful friend, thank you so much Mike! read more

I've had the pleasure working with Mike and Cynthia in getting their homes ready to sell. Their attention to detail and preparing for their potential clients is a testimonial to their dedication on finding the right home for all their . Mike and Cynthia treated me with the utmost respect and I can only think that they will go above and beyond for all of their future clients. read more

Could not have had a better experience. We had a bad experience with a previous agent from another company and was referred to Mike by a mutual friend. Mike has been SO much better than who we previously worked with. Mike is extremely friendly and professional. We genuinely felt that he was more concerned with us being happy than with just making a sale. He is also extremely thorough with all details during the process. We would not have gotten such an amazing house without Mike's guidance, I'm sure. read more

Mike Continillo was an EXCELLENT real estate agent for our family! We had many questions and toured many houses before we found our dream home in Danville. Mike was professional, knowledgeable about the housing market, quick with neighborhood comps, and always was ready to meet us in person with a smile on his face and never-ending positive energy. We toured many open homes and broker tours. He also helped us find a great loan agent that specializes in VA loans. I am still amazed by his friendliness and willingness to meet us in person as we search from one prospective home to another! Mike was quick to respond to texts, emails, and phone inquiries. He even remembered our fine details and our property preferences. If you need a real estate agent, look no further. Contact Mike Continillo and Villa Properties today - we not only consider him a great real estate agent, but we now consider Mike a new friend! read more

I had a very lengthy process in looking for my first place and Cynthia and Mike were there almost the entire time. After losing my first realtor, I contacted Cynthia and Mike because of a personal reference and I could not be happier that I did. With the market being as hot as it was, there were countless times Cynthia or Mike would make up an itinerary, travel to San Jose to show me multiple places, all the while working around my schedule to ensure it was convenient for me. They knew the area well and had great insight for which areas would be a good fit. While we seemed to run into every ridiculous situation possible, Mike and Cynthia took each one in stride and assured me we'd find a place when the time was right. After many open houses and visiting countless different places, I couldn't be more happy where I ended up and owe much of that to Mike and Cynthia. They were always readily available and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to buy a place. read more

Mike Continillo has to be one of the BEST real estate agents that you can find. We were first-time home buyers and Mike's guidance was invaluable. Right from our first meeting, Mike really took the time to understand what we were looking for and give us the right advice. We had a ton of questions and Mike was not only super knowledgeable, but also responsive 24*7 (literally). We wanted to tour a lot of properties, but only had availability during late evening hours on weekdays or weekends. Mike worked with our schedule and was always able to arrange a showing and be there in person - for every single tour. His insights into the property condition and neighborhood were also very valuable. Mike helped us navigate the subtle differences in all the Tri-Valley neighborhoods and really narrow our choice down to the ones that made the most sense for us. He also made sure we didn't make any bad decisions, by pointing out issues in the property/neighborhood that we had clearly missed. When it was time to make an offer on our chosen house, Mike was definitely far superior to other agents (who by now have been conditioned by the market to always make an offer above asking). With Mike's help and guidance, we made an offer that was significantly BELOW ASKING with all contingencies still in place. The offer was accepted by the buyer after a couple of negotiation rounds, that Mike expertly managed. Mike also helped us negotiate a credit from the seller and introduced us to an equally fantastic mortgage broker (Mark Wharton). We closed successfully with an offer that was below asking, with a mortgage at a really low interest rate and ZERO closing costs. It took us only 30 days from the time we met Mike to having our home purchase locked-in. We got a great home at a great price and it was a fantastic, stress-free experience all along the way. Working with Mike was a pleasure and I would strongly recommend Mike to anyone who is looking to buy a home in the Bay Area. read more

We were so lucky to be referred to Mike Continillo with Villa Properties! Having worked with several realtors in the past, Mike not only guided us through our most recent home purchase but also provided helpful insight and industry know-how. He went above and beyond by accommodating our hectic schedules, responded in a timely manner, and overall was highly professional and attentive. He is very well-connected and we had such a pleasant and positive overall experience working with Mike. We absolutely plan to work with Mike again! read more

I couldn't have picked a better realtor. Mike was so professional. I felt comfortable asking him to take me to a huge variety of homes until we were able to narrow down what we wanted. Not only did he find us exactly what we wanted, but he was also able to sell our house for a great price before we even put it on the market. I always felt he had Our best interest in mind. I feel so lucky to have found him. read more

We just got the keys to our FIRST HOUSE yesterday, and we are so sad to say we are done working with Mike for now. We feel so lucky to have had him on our side throughout this whole process which, thankfully, did not last long. Mike was extremely patient with us starting from our very first meeting, during which we asked, "what the heck does 'escrow' mean??" We had a million questions about pretty much everything we did, and a lot of it he had to explain multiple times to us newbies. I feel like an expert at this point, but somehow I still don't know what the heck just happened in the last 30 days and how it's possible we now have a house. Most of the time we just sat back and trusted him. One of the things we were worried about was being able to find someone who would work with our schedules. My fiancé and I did not live together, and he worked nights while I was on days. Plus, we were both coming from San Leandro and looking in Brentwood only. We were pretty clear on what type of house/area we wanted, so whenever one came up that we really wanted to see one, we felt comfortable asking him to meet us out there, since it was Mike that told us how quickly you have to act on these new listings. It was very easy setting up times with him, plus he was always early, even if we tried to beat him out there! Mike has become a friend to us along the way and we cannot thank him enough for helping us find the perfect home for us to start our new lives in. Thank you so much, we will always remember you! read more

Mike is a thorough professional and extremely adept in his line of business. My wife and I were lucky to have him guiding us through the process of selecting, negotiating and eventually closing out the deal on our "dream home". Mike is some one that you can count on to give excellent counselling and has a sharp acumen when it comes to understanding properties from different standpoints. To start with he gave me a detailed walk through the entire process in a very non complicated manner, which I might say can otherwise completely wind up someone trying to be a first time home buyer. He provides you with all the information so that - you the buyer - are able to make an informed decision. I think the best skill that Mike brings to the table is that he is extremely patient and listens & follows up on every single thing. He does all the due diligence and research to give you all sides of the equation and at the end of it all you know you have the best consultant on your side. read more

A very close friend of my husband recommended Mike from Villa Properties to us and thank goodness he did. Mike was amazing!! We had an absolutely wonderful experience purchasing our first home. Mike worked very closely with us, answering all of our questions, guiding us through the purchase of our home and overall he made sure everything went smoothly. We are very thankful for all of the hard work put in by both Mike and Villa Properties. read more

I can't say enough about Mike and Cynthia at Villa Properties! This is the second time our family has worked with them to purchase a home and they are fantastic people to work with. Every time I hear of someone looking to sell or buy a house I make sure they hear about Villa Properties. They are very professional and put care into every one of their clients. The home selling and buying experience is so emotionally draining that it is nice to know there are realtors out there that recognize that and help you along the way. Going the extra mile is standard for them. From the beginning there was no pressure from them because they were working for us so we would get the house we wanted and sell our house for what it was worth. They worked their tails off which resulted in us getting our contingent offer accepted and our house sold for well more than our asking price. If you are considering, even a little going through sale or purchase of a home make sure you call Mike and Cynthia. More importantly choose them to take you through the process, you won't regret it! read more

Mike handled the sale of my parent's home with efficiency, expertise and great communication throughout the entire process. If I could give six stars, I would have. I cannot express how amazing he is....just doesn't miss a beat! In addition, he is just a good guy all around, displays integrity at every turn. read more

We found Mike to be very knowledgeable, attentive and extremely patient. My sister & I were going through the loss of our mother & Mike was very helpful, we had so many questions, not really understanding some things, but Mike took the time to explain everything pertaining to the selling of the property to our satisfaction. He was always there for us with any questions or advise. With Mike's hard work the property was sold within the first week of listing! He truly is a fantastic real estate agent! We highly recommend Mike to anyone who is looking to sell or buy a home! read more

Mike Continillo of Villa Properties helped us sell our rental condo recently in Petaluma. Even though this is out of the area he was willing to help and gave great advise, helping to keep us on track and on budget. When it came to getting a fair price Mike was a master at negotiations. He is extremely professional and patient, taking all the stress out of selling property and dealing with any and all issues that could possibly come up. It was a seamless experience and when we're ready to purchase another home - Mike will be the one to get the job done! read more

I have moved around the country and bought and sold homes 12 times over the years. Mike Continillo is the best real estate broker or agent I have ever dealt with across all of those transactions. On my most recent move Mike listed my home and helped me sell it within a week and at full asking price. What impressed me about Mike was that he communicated with us constantly throughout the process, was extremely knowledgeable, provided advice and considerations to help us make decisions, and really cared about my wife and I as people not just another listing or sale. Mike is very professional and patient in his manner which made me feel like he was never pushing or rushing me and also helped me keep calm in what is always a very stressful situation. If we weren't leaving the area I would have wanted to use Mike on the purchase side of our new home. I would highly recommend Mike to anyone thinking of buying or selling a home. I wouldn't hesitate to use him again. read more

Mike Continillo was the best Realtor® by far! He was professional, thorough and paid attention to detail. Over the course of several months he took us to see many homes and was always happy to do so. He was very patient and kind throughout the process; as well as, informative and creative when it came time to make an offer. He's an agent with honesty and integrity - something we place a lot of value on. And now he's a good friend. We highly recommend Mike to our friends, family and to you. Roi and Araceli Home Buyers read more

I've worked with many real estate agents in the past in selling or buying properties. While they were all knowledgeable, Mike Continillo surpassed that in all ways, including his personal care and support through an emotional process for me in selling my Mom's house. He had quick and easy access to excellent vendors to present the house in pristine fashion and gain the best possible offer I could find, $25,000 over asking price. While I could have caved on some issues, Mike had my "back" and guided me in thoughtful decisions that truly supported my best interest. I would not hesitate to recommend Mike for your real estate needs. Thank you Mike, for your compassion and support through this process!! read more

Great job! Mike was very helpful from start to finish. For a first time home buyer I learned a lot from Mike. I always though Realtor are pushy to get you buy but he changed my impression on Realtor that there are very good people too. He was very quick respond to my questions and concern. I would do it again in the future whether buying or selling property. I recommend for any one to do business with Mike. read more

My husband and I worked with Mike and Cynthia to purchase our home in San Ramon. They were a great pair to work with because they were so responsive and knowledgeable. This was our first home, so we had a lot of questions and they were very patient with us explaining the entire process, step by step. I can be somewhat of a demanding client, with LOTS of questions and daily emails and Mike always responded with a smile. They spent time going to houses with us and made the whole experience pretty painless. When it came down to making an offer, Mike was great with the negotiation. He seemed to have built a good rapport with the seller's agent, which helped with the communication process between parties. Mike and Cynthia have great contacts in the industry too, and helped us find our Title Company, who we were also very pleased with. If you are looking for an honest, trustworthy and fun pair to work with...give Mike a call. I hope to work with them again in the future. read more

Mike has been an invaluable support to us through the process of buying a house in California, coming from the U.K. He has been a real ally every step of the way; from being an initial tour guide of the area, right the way through to explaining all the small print once signing contracts. We highly recommend him, especially if this is your first purchase in California. read more

I found Villa Properties from Zillow.com. They had great reviews and the services were 100% matching with the experiences mentioned by previous reviewers. Mike explained the process in detail and helped ensure that the transaction went really smooth. We ran into delays and issues with the documentation required by the lender. Mike worked with the seller, seller's agent, appraiser and the lender consistently and regularly to keep the process moving. He worked with the seller to extend the contract to accommodate the delays in getting the loan approved. I will definitely recommend Mike's services for selling or buying your property. read more

Mike is simply an exceptional realtor who knows his business!! If you're looking to buy or sell a house, we highly recommend him. We met Mike while requesting information about a listing that he had. He was very attentive and offered his expertise whenever we were ready. From that conversation, we learnt that he is a good LISTENER and his conduct would be professional. We engaged Mike for both the purchase of our dream home, and the sell of our previous home. Throughout the process, Mike kept us rational, reminded us of our goals, and worked to ensure we met them. He was available for us 24/7, literally, and his response time is incredible. He kept us informed and provided objective advise. We can't thank Mike enough for his patience and keeping us focused, knowing what we were looking for and getting it. He is an effective communicator and keeps a positive attitude -ALWAYS. Thank you Mike for a job well done. We're lucky that we got you to represent us, and you did it with integrity. read more

Thank you Mike for doing a great job selling our house. He is and excellent realtor. Very knowledgeable and attentive. I highly recommend him! read more

Mike is hands on through the whole process! His attention to detail is second to none! My grandfathers passing and his handling and respect of the situation was an even greater attribute. Things can get tricky when multiple parties are involved. I would recommend mike and villa properties for any real estate sales in my future. read more

In dealing with Mike in selling my mother's house after she passed away, I found him to be a very knowledgeable individual in his field, guiding me and my family every step of the way. Mike was always available to answer questions and to offer suggestions on what to do to prepare the house for sale. Mike was such a giving person offering to handle anything on our behalf, going the distance to make things easier for us. Mike is one top-notch individual. He is someone you can trust and rely on to get you the best deal possible. Thank you Mike for everything that you did for us! read more

Honestly I don't think we could have asked for a better Realtor than Mike. From the beginning of the process he was really great to work with. I felt like he listened to what we were looking for, took the time to show us houses without any pressure, and explained the different parts of the process (we're first time home buyers). I guess overall I truly felt like his number one concern was that we were happy with our house when everything was done. I'd definitely recommend him if you're looking for a Realtor. Thanks Mike! read more

If you want the perfect realtor Mike is it. He has to be the best realtor out there and I have had about 5 realtors in the last ten years and no one has even ever come close to his knowledge of the real estate industry or the lending process. He makes you feel like you are his one and only client and that he is there only for you and whatever you may need at anytime. My husband and I loved him! He was full of great suggestions and is an excellent communicator. He is always available and on the small chance that you get his voice mail he returns calls right away. When you're going through such a complicated process it was so awesome to know that when I called him I always felt better. He made everything so much better, we could not have asked for a better realtor. Now that we have bought our home and the transaction is complete he is no longer our realtor he is our friend and we are happy to have met him. read more

I am writing this review about Mike. He is the epitome of professional. He has stellar communication skills, and is very knowlegable. He has a calm and careful demeanor. He listens carefully, and provides good advice if you request it. We have used him as our agent in a purchase process and could not be happier. Mike is intelligent, accessible, hard working, and extremely responsive. I am picky about who I do business with. It takes little to annoy me and cause me to go elsewhere. I would recommend Mike to everyone. Trust me, if you have a negative feeling about or have had bad experiences with real estate agents, Mike will change your mind. His service is impeccable. You will feel like you are his only client, and you will know for sure that you got great service. And if you are thinking about trying to purchase a property without an agent, don't. Call Mike. You will not regret it. Feel free to call my cell at 408 829-3344 if you want to talk to me. read more