Another Work in Progress

We don’t just help you sell your home. We turn it into something special that looks just as good in person as it does in the pictures. But it doesn’t come easy, and it doesn’t happen overnight. Right now, we’re hard at work on a property we hope to bring to market soon. We can’t share the details yet. Stay tuned to learn more and enjoy these pics of our work in progress!

The art of listening.

We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us, and it’s great to know that our insights, coordination, and support make the homeselling and buying process smoother and more enjoyable, despite the stress.

But you don’t have to take our word for it. Here’s what one recent client had to say…

Pearl and Kevin were excellent from start to finish of the sale of our townhouse. During our initial meeting to evaluate the state of our house, they gave us insights into what we could do to improve the saleability and value of our property. They also truly listened to our wishes and concerns, never pressuring us into doing improvements that we weren’t comfortable with.

Pearl arranged appointments with her trusted contractors and was always present when we met with them to discuss the details of our remodeling. She coordinated the various projects from ordering supplies to execution so that everything went as smoothly as possible and was completed with professionalism.

When it came time to list the property, Pearl handled all the details of staging, photography, and marketing. She also helped us through the laborious process of getting all required inspections done and documents signed. Finally, she helped us evaluate and craft our response to offers, never pressuring us into a hasty decision.

Kevin wore the contractor’s hat, providing valuable, practical advice, and even helped out with some of the tasks. Although it was still a stressful experience selling our home of 36 years, Pearl and Kevin provided most welcome professional and emotional support throughout — and always with good humor, calmness and respect. We would highly recommend them. – Myke Ke

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Hardening your home for wildfires.

The wildfires currently raging across Southern California are a stark reminder that many of our homes are tinder boxes waiting to go up in smoke. While you can’t predict when or where wildfires will strike, there are a number of steps you can take to harden your home. Here are just a few from our toolkit.

Let us be your secret weapon!

The real estate market can sometimes feel like the Wild West, with high stakes hanging on every decision and competition lurking around every corner. In this constantly evolving environment, a good agent is like your secret weapon — the savvy sidekick who saves you money, time, and a whole lot of headaches!

CHIC (Pearl)

From day one, we are here to help you get the home you need at the price you want. A good agent can save a buyer as much as $100,000 on the listing price. It isn’t magic or luck or some kind of secret sauce. It’s just hard work. We dive deep into the data, providing detailed market analysis and playing out every possible opportunity. And when it’s time to negotiate, we are relentless advocates for your bottom line. Like seasoned diplomats, we know how to work with listing agents to get the best deal possible. The road to homeownership can be rough. We’re here to smooth out the bumps.

GEEK (Kevin)

And the road doesn't end at the sale. We’re like the friend who sticks around after the party to help you clean up. Whether it's recommending a painter for final touches at a 30% discount, planning and budgeting for major updates, or rolling up our sleeves and pitching in on a DIY project, we’re in it with you for the long haul — or at least as long as you’ll let us stick around! Let us be your secret weapon, the maestro conducting your orchestra, ensuring every instrument hits the right notes, on time, and within your budget, so you can focus on the excitement of starting a new chapter.

The Best Things in Life

They say the best things in life are free, and that’s (mostly) true. But sometimes it’s fun to splurge a little. What are your favorite splurges and the little things you can’t live without?

CHIC (Pearl)

It’s my job to find our clients stylish homes at a price they can afford, so I’m used to getting more with less. When it comes to food, I can’t resist the occasional “cheat day” to try a new restaurant or bring home premium ingredients for one of my favorite dishes. But at the end of the day, the finest meal is made even finer with the company of friendly neighbors — and you can’t put a price tag on that!

GEEK (Kevin)

I’m also fairly frugal and try to get our clients the most bang for their buck with home improvement. That said, I lose my will power in the power tool section of the hardware store. There’s something about the whirring of an electric drill that makes me open my wallet. But when I come home, I can’t wait to grab a shovel and dig around our backyard garden. It’s very relaxing.