Homeowner
In meeting such challenges as the collapsing housing market, an out-of-state owner, and putting a new face on a house that was definitely showing its years, your enthusiasm, foresight, hands-on attention to detail, absolute candor with all parties, 24/7 accessibiity, depth of knowledge of the area and market, sense of humor and seemingly limitless resources provided a level of support and peace of mind no money can buy. I would highly recommend you to anyone wishing to buy or sell a family home - but especially to anyone new to the process who needed someone they could trust to guide them safely (and very successfully) through.
Jill (Seller)
Thank you so much for all you have done to steer me successfully through the sale of my house. I really appreciate how available and responsive you were, without hovering and micromanaging me. It was very warming when at the close of the deal, you told me that you were going to make a donation to the organization of my choice. I expect the business world to be cold and heartless, and you show it does not have to be like that.
Ed and Sharon, Berkeley (Buyer)
With appreciation, respect and trust...we have so enjoyed working with you. Thank you for all your efforts on our behalf.
Julia and Lionel, Berkeley (Buyer and Seller)
I think that for Diane the relationship is the most interesting part of her work. She is an excellent facilitator. She is genuine and appealing and she definitely approaches every transaction as a unique situation even though she has seen everything. Of course, she is also prompt, responsive, listens carefully, and is ethical, trustworthy and engaged.
Sandra & Giselle, Kensington (Buyer)
We quickly grew to trust Diane with guiding us through the morass of law and culture that governs the housing market in the East Bay. She expertly negotiated on our behalf.
We recommend Diane for her professionalism, her knowledge, and her wonderful sense of humor!
Obie and Rachel, Berkeley (Buyer)
Rachel and I (and our burgeoning family - a boy!) want to express our gratitude once again for your help and perseverance in our buying. We couldn't have done it without you.
David and Nancy, Seattle (Buyer and Seller)
We found her to be a highly knowledgeable, organized, and dedicated real estate professional, as well as a wonderful person.
Dennis, Kensington (Seller)
We had a different type of house in the Kensington area which could not be marketed in quite the usual way. Even with this unusual house in a market that had deteriorated from the usual multiple offers customary in the area to one where one good buyer was at a premium, Diane persevered. This extra attention to detail is probably the reason why she has been so successful.
Leland, Oakland (Buyer)
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
When I thought I would never be able to find a home that I could both afford AND be happy with, you encouraged me not to give up. And I will not forget when we ran into moments of difficulty with the seller; you were very resourceful, argued effectively and convinced them to see things "our way".
Vernon, Seattle (Seller)
Your contribution to the charity of my choice was the icing on the cake.
From our first contact, to the pricing of the house in an uncertain market, to the arrangements to prepare the property for sale, the advertising and use of the Internet, the open house, the evaluation of the offers, the closing arrangements, all went smoothly and expeditiously.
Your reputation as a topnotch agent was merited. I give you high marks all around, and stand ready to recommend you as needed.
Mary and Bill, Rossmoor (Seller)
We were impressed with your communications, your marketing, your overall strategy and your guidance. Mary and I, in our discussions of the sale, often remarked abut your positive outlook, your enthusiasm and, above all, how you were easy to work with during the whole process.
Robin and Mirjam, Cambridge (Seller)
You restored my faith in RE agents...I'm writing this to thank you on behalf of all our family for helping us to sell our house...we truly appreciated the way you went about the sale and are very happy with the outcome, from the view of the price it received, the relatively short amount of time it took to sell and the lack of disruption to our day-to-day routine. It really helped to have someone who knew exactly how to handle things. The additional value provided by you and your company clearly justifies your agent fees.
Richar, San Ramon (Seller)
It has been a pleasure working with you...your activities in arranging for the sale were very efficient and professional, resulting in minimum effort on my part. I would not hesitate for one moment to recommend you.
Lynn and Jeff, Grass Valley (Seller)
Your professionalism, attention to detail and firm yet gentle manner guided us through the emotionally fraught period of open houses, inspections, and broker visits with minimal stress. You never promised us anything you couldn't deliver. And your persistent good humor even made the selling of our home fun. We would be happy to recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the Bay Area.
Alix and Scott, Seattle (Buyer, Seller, Buyer, Seller)
Diane represented us in three important transactions in the last year. Our most recent purchase was completed seamlessly due to her enormous effort. Without her active engagement and professionalism, we would not have been as successful as we were. On a more personal note, Diane was a delight to work with! We recommend her without reservation.
Geri and Cona, Toronto (Seller)
Diane sold our house in Berkeley at one of the most difficult times in America. The period around September 11, 2001.
From the start Diane showed perspective into the process of selling a house that I had not seen prior to this experience. Her candid comments regarding organizing the house for show, the web with pictures, the description that met what people in this market are looking for, and laying a sales strategy, all contributed to a satisfying experience.
She is the best sales person I have utilized to date. She should be training everyone how to do the job.
Jane, El Cerrito (Seller)
I want to thank you so much for your assistance, guidance and expertise in the selling of my mother's home...your knowledge of the area, the current market, and the real estate business in general combined to make for a swift sale. Thank you again for your support and help over the years.
Jeffrey, Cold Spring, New York (Seller)
At every turn, in every instance, your advice was timely and correct, and your decisions were right. And in keeping with these highest standards of excellence, you went beyond the call of duty in helping us navigate the unknown terrain of our next transaction. Our deepest gratitude to you for your good work and for your help to our family is overdue, but not diminished at all by the passage of time.
Thomas and Martine, Berkeley (Seller, Buyer, Seller, Buyer)
...thank you enough for the superior service - and for your superior skills! in selling our house and in buying a new one. Above all, you really understood our needs and catered to them. As for buying the new house, I simply can't believe the great deal that you got for us. You drove a hard bargain and got us what we needed. You were always a joy to work with, very responsive, creative in problem solving and marketing.
Mr. and Mrs. M. Braun, Berkeley (Seller)
This letter is to express our thanks for the outstanding job you did...every stage you communicated with us...during the escrow negotiations, you were truly our advocate...we cannot thank you enough for your diligence, expertise and care. Good job!
Miranda and Brian, Oakand (Buyer)
We very much enjoyed working with Diane, and her skills, dedication, and patience made the experience far more agreeable...she provided excellent advice...and presented us with a wide variety of choices. Diane guided us each step of the way, gave us regular updates so that we were informed and prepared at every juncture.
Carla and Carl, Berkeley (Buyer)
We were so fortunate to be in your capable, patient hands. Thank you for making our home wishes come true and for dealing with obstacles with consummate, professional skill. You're a great Realtor.
Peter and Elizabeth, Oakland (Buyer, Seller)
You bring all of the elements of an exceptionally capable Realtor together into such a nice and likeable person that we would be fortunate to have the opportunity to work with you again. Thank you for your patience, support and kindness throughout.
Kristin, Seattle (Seller)
The Hill sisters would like to thank you again and again for your unflagging help with the unique and challenging sale of our family home. You never lost your professional skill or grace (my sister says aplomb); most notably when others around you did. You responded to all requests from your out-of-state clients. Communication with you was always fast and accurate with total follow through and follow up. You never disappointed us, not once, not in the tiniest way.