Real Estate Agents in Orinda, CA

“Just a few words to express how happy I am with the recent sale of my Moraga home.
I have lived in Moraga for over 22 years so when it came time to move and sell my home, I contacted four of the top real estate agents who I thought were best equipped for the job. During my research effort, Michelle Holcenberg, from Vanguard Properties in Lafayette, rose to the top of that group as the best qualified. In addition, our rapport seemed relaxed and natural.

During the sale preparation process, Michelle and Diane Petek, a fellow Vanguard agent, went well above and beyond the role that agents usually play to see that the work on my house moved along to a high level of quality, on schedule and within budget. In addition, they seamlessly worked to get the inspections scheduled and results in hand in a timely manner. And, their command of current marketing and sales techniques was invaluable as I felt that all of the pre-sale marketing plan was implemented fully and completely.

Having grown up in Lamorinda, Michelle’s experience and knowledge of the area was key in selecting the right price for the house. I was concerned about this issue but she worked with me and we were able to come up with a very competitive price. I think I even restrained a little of Michelle’s enthusiasm in this area but as it turned out, her original price was right on target.
The hard work paid off quickly in a short on-the-market sales period with a well-qualified buyer surfacing right away. That was so exciting!

I really think Michelle Holcenberg has the entire package for anyone wanting to sell their home in the Lamorinda area. Her expertise, professionalism and local connections are only overshadowed by her conscientious and tireless work-ethic. She and Diane made this transaction a very successful and satisfying experience.”

“As a first-time homebuyer, I truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and that’s all because of Peyman. Honestly, it’s hard to put into words just how incredible she is. From day one, she made me feel supported, never rushed, and always listened to what I needed, even when I wasn’t sure myself.

She encouraged me to explore different homes just to help narrow down what mattered most to me, and that process ended up being more valuable than I expected. When the right home came along, I knew because she had helped me get so clear on what I wanted.

Peyman is not just knowledgeable, she’s trustworthy, calm, and always had my best interests at heart. Even when I panicked and considered overbidding, she kept me grounded with honest advice. She saw things I would’ve never thought to notice and made the entire process feel manageable.

I trust her completely and can’t recommend her enough. She’s beyond exceptional.”

“We were so fortunate to have Soraya as our realtor. Not only is she an expert in the market, helping us achieve above asking-price offers on our house, she has an approachable and sincere demeanor. She is detail-oriented and really cares about you and the successful sale of the house. She guided us in the preparation of the house prior to the sale and she was 100% right in every aspect. When she introduced herself for the first time, we knew she was the right fit and we hired her on the spot. It was the easiest and best decision we made when selling our home.”

“John Nash did an amazing job selling my single family home in Lafayette last February. He not only knows the Bay Area real estate market extremely well but is also well connected and respected in the community. John successfully staged two open houses over 1 single weekend and we had multiple offers within days. He expertly guided me through the entire process, was always available for questions and a joy to work with. I would highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling a home.”