Testimonials
| All I can say is Rock Star! Tanya had me in the house I wanted in less than 30 days. Being new to the area It was great working with someone like tanya who really is dialed in and very good at what she does. We initially spoke on the phone on a thursday, met up on a saturday where she took me around to look at properties in my price range and also gave me some additional listings for surrounding neighborhoods. That sunday I went and looked at a house that I was interested in, we made the offer monday and got accepted by wednesday. It was great, when it came time to do inspection tanya had all the resources and to go above and beyond had 5 different roofers come out to give an estimate. That eventually resulted in a credit from the seller and I got a great price on a new roof. She even helped coordinate with my bank and escrow company to get me through that process. All I can say is your in really good hands with tanya and her partner danielle, and I cant thank them enough for all their help! Salvatore C. |
| I was in search for a condo when a grate thing have happened to me I met Tanya. She was very understanding in what my need are and was very patient in what I want for a very limited funds I had. Now I'm living in a grate condo! She not only found the right place for me, she also helped me with all the other issues that have come up during the process that she did not had to do. She was grate agent and very knowledgeable at what she does. Even now we have finished the transaction I can always call her with any questions that arise and she is very kind to help me with anything she can. I would highly recommend her to anyone who need a great place for a grate price!!!!! Good job!!! Marina G. |
| We just closed on a condo in downtown San Francisco and were the beneficiaries of Tanya's 5 Star service as the buyer's agent. I would vehemently echo the same sentiments mentioned by fellow Yelp posters when it comes to responsiveness, being a client advocate, her professionalism and going above and beyond the call of duty in exceeding our expectations. Ours was a tough transaction which took a full 4 months to close from the time we signed the first offer. Tanya was patient and persistent right through in educating us about the process, giving us counsel on the best options, connecting us with her network of professionals including the lender and insurance agent and closing the deal. She did this all for us remotely as we are based in Southern California. We were referred to Tanya by my niece a fellow 5 star recommender on this board and would in turrn recommend her without hesitation or reservations. Shankar & Priya |
| Tanya and her partner Danielle are amazing! They are incredibly professional and know the SF real estate incredibly well. I could not imagine having a better experience working with any other agents. Aside from their expertise, they are phenomenally attentive and make buying a home as easy as possible. They respond to calls / emails almost instantly at any time of day and they do all the tough behind the scenes work pre and post offer. I worked primarily with Tanya. I had a particularly complicated house-hunting situation because I was living abroad and searching from houses from afar and then viewing as many as I could whenever I was in town. Tanya was very thorough in getting a true sense of what I was looking for, and then narrowed down a list of great properties to visit whenever I was in town. Tanya would never try to push anyone into a decision and is very honest and transparent about characteristics like quality, price, neighborhood, etc. Tanya was also a whiz with being able to calculate the realistic price something would sell for, the strength of an offer, etc. After making an offer on a place, Tanya is a tremendous advocate. She will do everything possible to ensure that the deal closes on favorable terms. She also goes way above and beyond in scheduling all inspections, getting estimates on any repairs, connecting you with mortgage brokers, banks, etc. I had complications in the process with one bank that could have caused the deal to fall apart, but Tanya quickly helped me transition to working with another bank and made sure everything stayed on track. After closing, Tanya has been a lifesaver by helping me find various people to repair minor things around the house. This has been essential as I have been in the process of moving back to SF, and she saved me hours of phone calls. Aside from being an expert on the SF real estate market, she also is very knowledgeable about home repair and has connections that she can refer to fix anything. I cannot say enough great things about Tanya. I would recommend her without hesitation! John P. |
| We feel so fortunate to have found such an amazing realtor in Tanya. The inventory was pretty dismal at the time we were buying and Tanya recommended a place we hadn't even seen online. It was beyond our expectations and I know we would not have gotten it without all of Tanya's hard work and professionalism. She guided us effortlessly through the process and we felt shielded from the frustrating/tense part of the negotiations. She was readily available and extremely quick to respond to our questions and concerns seven days a week at any hour. She was also has great connections to contractors in the city, who have also been a delight to work with. I wouldn't hesitate recommending Tanya to friends, she was a dream to work with. Thank you!! Susan S. |
| Tanya was an excellent real estate agent and worked with us to get the house we wanted. Thanks. Randy M. |
| I can't say enough great things about working with Tanya. She turned a process that I was dreading into something very simple. I have to admit that I didn't start with a good understanding of what I was looking for in terms of neighborhoods, amenities, etc. And even though I was only looking for a small 1br condo, Tanya was always accessible, she accommodated my work schedule, and she really took the time to help me narrow my search. Ultimately, she helped me find the perfect place. It's been more than six months since I moved into my place, and I have no doubts that I made the right purchase. On top of everything, Tanya still follows up with me to make sure everything is going well. I would not hesitate to recommend her to my friends and family. Naoki K. |
| Tanya was recommended by a very close friend who I've none for over 30 years. My brother and I had a house left to us by my late father, which we had listed once before but never had any offers to speak of. We just keep paying the mortgage till we decided to list it again. We thought we would try a new approach so we gave Tanya a call she came to the house and meet with us during the moving out stage and she made a few recommendations. We felt very comfortable with her professional and caring knowledge. We said you do what ever you think is right and will bring in the best buyers. We were already painting, she had her floor and staging associates come in and in no time we had offers before the 1st open house. Tanya is a professional well rounded in Real Estate and construction. I feel that she handle our Estate as if we were family I don't believe she thinks of her clients as just another sale I will recommend her to everyone. Thank You So Much! Greg A. |
| Tanya begins her real estate journey as your realtor and immediately becomes your friend. When my brother passed away he made me the trustee for his estate leaving his home to two of his sons. I knew nothing about how to properly prepare a home for sale. Not to mention the emotional changes you go through when selling a loved ones home with all the memories. She was amazing. She nurtured us, educated us, and guided us with the necessary improvements needed. She has an amazing team of professional that she works with for everything needed. She is extremely professional, conscientious, patient, positive and always available. She made herself available to work with all three of our very busy and difficult schedules. Even when she was on holiday she was simply a phone call away. I would recommend her to anyone and everyone who wants to buy or sell a home. When the house was sold, I actually felt sad to think I was loosing a friend since I would no longer have contact with Tanya. She is truly the best. Thank you for all you did for us. Dorothy T. |
| Tanya - just wanted you to know that I think you did a fantastic job on helping me selling the property. I could not be more pleased. What impressed me the most is your professionalism, responsiveness, class and impressive ability to keep things on an even keel. You were always available and made sure the entire home selling process was seamless. You never missed a detail, communicated often and clearly. I couldn't have asked for a more enjoyable experience during such a stressful process. I am also very grateful for your follow up and keeping in touch and always willing to help in the future. If anyone ever asks me for a recommendation on a realtor in Greater Bay Area, I will recommend you without hesitation. I hope we will be able to stay in touch in the future. Mike K. |
| I would recommend Tanya to anyone whom is looking for a professional real estate agent , who is respectable and reliable. I have done business with Tanya for around five years and she is always there when I need her help. She is extremely knowable in her field. Tanya will go the extra mile to make sure that you get the best deal possible. She has referred me to professional people who specialize in their profession. I always keep her phone number around just in case something comes up and I need her help. Jennifer H. |
| If you want a realtor who is willing to go 100% in everything she can, this is the lady for you. Tanya walked me through every phase of the process. She is extremely knowledgeable. If you are ever looking to buy something, she's the one John S. |
| This is my second Yelp review for Tanya. My prior post was giving her praise for being the best agent for helping me purchase my first home. She walked me through it from start to finish to remodel! I wouldn't have such a nice home for a bargain if it weren't for Tanya's diligence and the time she puts into assuring you get what you are looking for. This time she has been working diligently on helping me secure a lease for the expansion of my business. Working on leases and searching for properties is new to me and I couldn't have done it without Tanya. As her client she has given me advice looking out for MY best interest and only mine, even if I didn't want to hear it. I have listened to her and have avoided many pitfalls I would have encountered had it been up to just me. She will always advise you for what is best for you whether or not she has a stake in it. This quality in an agent, whether it be for personal real estate or business, or even just as a friend, is priceless. Thanks again Tanya! Daniel D. |
| Tanya was the best agent we could have hoped for. She was recommended to us by our mortgage broker, since we had just found out that offers were due within 2 days for the house we were interested in. Tanya guided us through the purchasing process, and as first time homebuyers we were very grateful for her excellent advice. It was clear that she had a wealth of experience in purchasing. With her and our brokers' input and help, our offer was accepted. Then, Tanya was extremely helpful with getting the inspection done. After the inspection, she was more helpful than I would have expected of any agent. There was a problem with the siding on the house, and Tanya gathered quotes for the correction. She was generous with her time and knowledge, and really helped us with things we knew very little about. We were very grateful for her role in dealing with gathering quotes and even negotiating better prices when she felt the quotes were too high. Tanya, along with our broker, walked us through the process to buy our house, and we couldn't be happier with her services. A true star. Michelle & Nathan |
| Tanya is a gem. She found, negotiated and closed an amazing home for us - a place far nicer than we ever expected, especially on our budget. Tanya negotiated for us as if every dollar was her own, made smart decisions on our behalf, was nimble and hard working, project managed every detail, answered our constant stupid questions, was an invaluable resource, and always kept our best interest in mind. Plus, she is friendly, personable and nice. We are very happy we chose Tanya as our agent and would highly recommend her to others. Pam & Bill |
| Tanya and Danielle spent a lot of time understanding exactly what we wanted and worked with us to find that property. She was also expert at directing us through the process of buying the property. Tanya was also always willing to work with busy work schedules and meet after hours. She is also full of helpful advice! Definitely a great person to work with when it comes to real estate. L.J. Y |
| My fiancee and I didn't know a thing going into the home buying process - it was intimidating and overwhelming, but Tanya took the time to educate us and guide us through it. What else did Tanya do for us? Everything! She: * Met with us after work hours to accomodate our busy work schedules * Got us a home visit PRIOR to the first public opening * Laid a strategy for our offer which got it accepted even though we weren't the highest bidder * Arranged all the inspections and talked us through every document we had to sign * Negotiated us a credit from the sellers toward closing costs * Pushed our loan officer and escrow company to close on time when it looked like we were going to slip 3-5 days * Gave us advice and input on remodel ideas, based on her extensive experience * Set us up with great contractors post-close (and even negotiated with them for us!) I can say with certainty that this was the best experience I've ever had working with anyone in a services industry. If you're looking to buy a home in San Francisco, don't waste your time with anyone else - call Tanya. Erran B. |
| As a first time home buyer, I needed a realtor whom I could trust to guide me through the process step by step. Tanya was an invaluable resource and was highly responsive. She was so on top of everything that it made an otherwise stressful situation much more manageable. If you are in the market for a straightforward, knowledgeable and dependable realtor, I highly recommend working with Tanya. Kerry H. |
| During the buying process Tanya made herself *completely* available to us. Late nights, weekends - she was always there to take care of paperwork, answer questions and do whatever it took to get us into our home. Even now, months after we've purchased, she remains completely accessible to us and willing to help with questions about our home. Tanya remains extremely friendly and knowledgeable. I have recommended her to several friends who have all been very happy clients! Mat & Fiona |
| We were first time home buyers, excited to break into the market in San Francisco where we have been living for many years. Tanya and Danielle came highly recommended from a friend. From our first interactions, we were extremely impressed. They listened to what we wanted in our home and they were realistic about our needs given our budget. We worked mostly with Tanya as she typically handles the buyer side, but we were grateful to have this power duo. Tanya figured out the kind of property we were looking for very quickly. When we finally found the right home and were ready to put in an offer, we had an extremely difficult process with the seller. Tanya was absolutely on top of every possible issue. Every unforeseen challenge was met with swift solutions. She was a champion for us. Without her advocacy and negotiation skills we never would have gotten this house. She was always on call for us - she answered our endless questions with patience and clarity. It is obvious that Tanya has been in the business for a long time - her knowledge about every aspect of home purchasing and ownership is immense. She explained everything to us and made the process as smooth and efficient as possible. She put us in touch with all kinds of service people that we needed (roofers, handymen, etc). Tanya truly went above and beyond for us. In addition to Tanya and Danielle's professionalism, they are both lovely, kind people to work with. Now, many months after closing, Tanya is still a very valuable resource for us and is just as responsive now and she was before (which is incredibly responsive!). It is hard to capture in this short review how truly amazing Tanya and Danielle are. We will never use another realtor in San Francisco. We give Tanya and Danielle our highest possible recommendation. They are the BEST. Erin & Emily |
| First of all I will say this; if you call Tanya, you WILL buy a home! January 3rd 2012 - called Tanya to tell her I am looking for a condo January 4th 2012 - Tanya showed me a property that I fell in love with. January 4th 2012 Evening - Tanya submitted an offer on my behalf January 6th 2012 - Offer accepted February 2nd 2012 - Closed escrow... Do I need to say more? This was the first time I worked with a real estate agent and the first time I bought a home. Even though I work in a bank, I did not know the full process buying a home. Tanya, being the awesome agent that she is, took over completely. She was in constant communication with my Mortgage Rep and his underwriter. She was on top of everything that we needed at all times and did everything in her power to make sure the transaction goes through as fast as possible; and it did! On top of me closing escrow in less then 30 days, Tanya got me a huge refund from my title company. Granted this might not be the case for everyone, but the fact that she did should let you know that this agent has your best interest at hart. Tanya is very knowledgeable in what she does. I cannot express how much she helped me through out the process. I can honestly say that if it wasn't for her, I would probably be still shopping around. Tanya, thank you so much for all of your help. Words cannot express what this purchase means to me. Do your self a favor, call Tanya Vitaly S. |
| I searched yelp hoping to find a solid realtor to buy in this scarcity market. I began in August of last year. Tanya went to work straightaway and never stopped. I am patient and was happy not to rush and she ad my pace and meet me. I have been very impressed with her dedication and her capacity to read my needs and especially to stay within my financial limits. She never pushed me to up my fiscal boundaries. She always showed me houses within my interest, helped when bidding came, and encouraged me when the house fell to a higher bidder. Through it all, she stayed on task, and when my house finally appeared in the market, she made it happen at my price. I can not say enough about Tanya. She was and is a delight to work with. She has continued to help to help with contractors for a kitchen rebuild. If you are searching for an advocate to find you your house at your price - this is the woman who can make it happen. I commend her highly. Douglas L. |
| Tanya is amazing! She is like a realty wizard -- she makes everything happen behind the scenes so you don't have to worry or run all over town signing papers and hiring contractors. We bought a flat in the Duboce Triangle with Tanya's help, and she was an excellent advocate, negotiator and resource for all kinds of things. She answers her phone seven days a week, and responds quickly with helpful information. Our transaction went much more smoothly than we expected. Tanya continues to be responsive after the closing. The place we bought needed quite a bit of work, and Tanya has helped us find contractors for gas, electrical, floors, painting, etc. They guys she has recommended have been good at showing up and doing the work. I would not have bought this place unless I had Tanya as a resource for getting the work done. I definitely would work with Tanya if I buy or sell property again. Elise & Howard |
| Was so wonderful in helping sell our condo especially during a difficult economy. We are so thankful to have had Tanya on our side to walk us through the process and make it as painless as possible. She made herself accessible to us at any time. Tanya really helped us rest easy knowing that we were in good hands. Thank you Tanya! Stacy |
| I will start this by saying I don't write many reviews but felt compelled to write one for Tanya. We started looking to buy a place in Feb 2011 and were doing it remotely from Boston (this adds level of complication most don't have to deal with). We met with Tanya and Danielle to see if we were all compatible and they noted the key points we were looking for in a place of our own. Over the next few weeks they started sending us searches that potentially met our requirements. Tanya was extremely responsive to emails and phone calls - and even took time out of her vacation to dig into a property we thought might be a winner. I can't say I've met a lot of people who will do that. Turns out that wasn't the winner. In April my husband and I came out for a house hunting trip. Tanya had compiled a list of everything that could fit our specks but as we started to see places, she was able to cut some out based on our comments of other places. As it turns out the place we purchased in the end was one we wouldn't have even looked at if it wasn't for Tanya. The place was listed about of Max cut-off point, but Tanya thought if you really like it - we can get it to be within range. Tanya was right and her hard work got us our first home within our price range. Post all process we were not in SF yet and so Tanya dealt with everything from getting the keys to having our accent wall painted the color we wanted so the place wouldn't smell like paint when we moved in. This in my opinion goes above and way beyond what one would expect of a Realtor. In fact after moving in we've called Tanya several times for things like recs on a contractor for some work we wanted to asking if quotes we were getting we reasonable. She's been kind of like a real estate guardian angel. I thank yelp for helping us find her. I would recommend and having been recommending Tanya's services to anyone looking to buy in SF. Komal |
| As a first-time home buyer, the whole prospect of searching, making offers, and closing deals was daunting, to say the least. I don't think I would have had the nerve to make it through without Tanya. She is great. Very knowledgeable about every area of home buying. She was always happy to answer my questions, no matter how basic they must have seemed. She is friendly and dedicated and helped me get an amazing home. I would recommend her to anyone! John Mark |
| Funny my wife and I never read any of these reviews until now... a few months after purchasing a home in San Francisco. But everyone is spot on. We interviewed several other realtors but when we met Tanya and her real estate partner, Danielle Lazier, we knew she was the right one. We were complete newbies and not sure what to expect, but Tanya made the whole process bearable. She was very accommodating to our schedule, answered our endless questions in a timely and thoughtful manner, and never tried to force anything on us. She always had our best interest in mind, pointing out the pros and cons of each home we looked at. We were on a limited budget but Tanya helped us brainstorm ways to get what we wanted within our budget. She was always available and is still around to answer a question or two, months after we closed escrow. All in all, I could not recommend a better realtor. Sean C. |
| It is a pleasure to write a review about Tanya. Being a first time home buyer is extremely overwhelming...and I am so grateful that I was introduced to Tanya. She was extremely knowledgeable and patiently helped me find the right condo that was within my price range. I was very appreciative that she was able to accommodate my schedule and meet to show me properties after work and on weekends. Tanya has an extremely keen eye and would help me notice certain things that I would have never known to take into consideration.. She wants you to find the right property and is not just looking to make a sale. Her involvement does not end after you close escrow. I went through a challenging short sale process and Tanya was there with me every step of the way with as little stress as possible! The extensive list of recommended quality contacts that she has provided is a blessing to me. Tanya is extremely professional and made my home buying process as stress free as possible. She cares and works hard to make sure you are purchasing the right home. I couldn't recommend a better realtor then Tanya! Thank you again for all of your help! Meghana P. |
| I hesitate to give Tanya 5 stars only for one reason-all of her reviews are 5 star and whenever I Yelp someone with only 5 star reviews I get suspicious. But after buying my first place with her I can see why and couldn't think of giving her less. I found Tanya through her partner Danielle who helped oversee the process and we started looking at places 2 days after first meeting. I wasn't totally sure how serious I was or whether or not there was anything out there that would fit my very small budget coupled with very picky standards. I was also nervous to ask for advice from anyone with a financial stake in my decision. Tanya, however, was low pressure, seemed to have endless patience, and actually encouraged me to be more picky about finding a place with parking. Additionally, when I was seriously considering putting in an offer on a place that had some foundation troubles (that I didn't know enough to be concerned about) she actually talked me out of it and encouraged me to be patient. I can't imagine many people in sales taking this approach. When she did email me about a place that met all of my criteria (a minor miracle in itself) she was awesome all through the negotiation process. As a first time home-buyer doing this alone I was highly anxious and paranoid about every issue that arose. Tanya was always quick to respond (sometimes w/in minutes) and yet slow and patient when walking me through things. Even after the sale was completed when a small issue came up that I was concerned about she was just as quick to respond above and beyond my expectations. Just knowing how much time she spent with me I can't imagine how she manages more than one client at a time! I can't imagine having done this without her. Stacy M. |
| Tanya is the ultimate real estate agent, willing to do everything in her power seemingly to will what her clients desire into existence. When I first was introduced to her through her partner, Danielle Lazier, I was struck by the speed at which she operates; the woman runs on jet fuel, and her approach is to make her clients happy regardless of the time or effort it will take. I mean, she was hustling to make things work for my fiancé and I while she was out of state for Thanksgiving! In addition to her complete dedication, we found Tanya to be very knowledgeable about the market. She educated us, pointing out design features that we would have never noticed otherwise, advising us to inspect certain structural elements of which we had been ignorant. Her advice was down to earth, matter-of-fact, and we got the impression that she wanted us to know what we were getting into, so that in the end, we'd be happy with what we were to purchase. She was constantly updating us about new homes that she'd found, and she didn't hesitate to show us multiple properties at the drop of a hat, regardless of how busy her schedule was. In fact, on one particular weekday, she showed us fifteen houses, and she didn't rush us through them; she moved at our pace, while commenting on the strengths and weaknesses of each with the utmost patience. When we had further questions, she'd get answers immediately, relentlessly making phone call after phone call to the other parties and getting back to us in a matter of hours, if not less. And she did all this while remaining utterly professional and sincerely friendly. Even putting in an offer and counter-offering the counter-offer was stress-free when we were in Tanya's hands. And not only was she there for us throughout the entire process, she was there for us afterwards: The roof of the house we bought needed replacing, and Tanya went the extra mile to contact a number of contractors and solicit bids for us to choose from. In case I haven't made myself clear, she is, in short, amazing, and we adore her. There can't be a better home-buying experience than what she provides. Thanks again, Tanya! Barton T. |
| When we first started looking to buy a condo, we were skeptical about what exactly a real estate agent could offer in this day of redfin, zillow, etc, except in terms of helping get the paperwork of buying done. However, I now can't imagine what we would have done without Tanya and Danielle. We worked mostly with Tanya. She was extremely professional & responsive. She took the time to really figure out exactly what we were looking for, and then did a lot of legwork to find it for us (helping us see places that were off market, or hadn't had an open house yet, for example). When we found the condo we wanted, she worked hard to help us make a successful bid quickly, before the first open house. She's been there every step of they way since then, scheduling meetings with painter, floorers, inspectors, etc--they've made a crazy process entirely manageable. We both have very busy schedules, and she's bent her own schedule to accommodate ours, which we greatly appreciated. Friends of ours recommended them to us, having had an extremely positive experience. We've since recommended them to another couple, who has also been very well served by this team. Robyn L. |
| Tanya is so great! I cannot recommend her more highly! She was my real estate agent when I purchased an investment property this last summer (a condo I could rent out). She was so on it...she worked so hard for me...found me perfect properties in my price range. She helped me figure out what to buy, as I wanted something low maintenance and easy. She goes so above and beyond! She is easy to get in touch with, calls back promptly, gets listings to you very quickly, and is extremely knowledgeable about the market. I am now using her services to help me rent out my condo. She found amazing tenants for me in the middle of the December holidays! She has great contacts for reasonable, great work...contractors, handymen, cleaning teams, etc...She has handled every detail of this as beautifully as the original purchase. I have spoken to many friends and their past experiences with real estate agents have not been anywhere near the excellence that Tanya brings! Marya. SF |
| I just closed an amazing purchase of a 2 unit building in San Francisco on an FHA loan with only 3.5% down. Danielle and her team , in particular Tanya were very good advice on how to get in escrow, even with an offer that might not seem very attractive to sellers in a very competitive market. The combination of my very specific requirements and their expertise resulted in a smooth purchase beyond my expectations. Philippe |
| As a first time home buyer, with a very small budget for the Bay Area, and a lot of specific requirements in a house, I was worried about finding an agent who would really put her heart into my home search. Thank goodness for Tanya! She didn't care about the small budget, and was happy to locate and research every property in my price range to see if it had what I needed. I ended up finding a beautiful home, at a great price, and getting my keys just about two months after we started working together! I worked mostly with Tanya, but having her partner, Danielle, following our progress and sending emails full of information was so helpful, especially when it came time to go into escrow. Tanya was a fierce negotiator for me, and due to her advice and guidance on creating an attractive offer, I won out over two other offers that were higher than mine! I also appreciated Tanya's keen eye and depth of knowledge on home construction as we visited properties. Witnessing her husband's work as a contractor all these years, she often spotted issues I never would have seen, and helped me walk away from several properties that might have ended up costing me a bundle in repairs! She wanted me to find a place I would love and be happy with, not just push a sale as soon as she could. She was fun to spend time with and always available for questions and help, even as we hunted for houses over the holidays. I cannot recommend Tanya highly enough. She made my first home-buying experience virtually painless, in a crazy market and on a tight budget. If you want honest guidance, conscientious support, and dedication every step of the way, you need to meet with Tanya. You won't be sorry. Katie |
| I have been in touch with Danielle for several years discussing my interest in real estate. She has taken the time and attention to discuss my situation and what I was in a position to do. I was recently, finally, in a position to buy. Danielle and her partner Tanya (mostly worked with Tanya) were/are fantastic. They were easy to reach and helped me with every question and concern. They showed up to every location that I had an interest in and gave me their honest opinion about each property (pros and cons, was it priced right? how much work did it realistically need? thoughts on ease or difficulty to re-sell, rental property, etc...) They have an extensive list of referrals of great people to work on my property. I still have questions come up, being a new property owner...they get right back to me and are so helpful! I have felt so taken care of the whole time. They really put in a lot of work! I didn't have a ton of money to work with, but they helped me get my foot in the door of real estate and establish an ongoing plan for growth. I never felt pressured by them. I always felt like they had my best interest in mind! I could not recommend anyone more highly!!! Thanks again Tanya and Danielle!!!! Marya |
| Danielle, Tanya and Cici were excellent. This was my first purchase and they really helped me navigate all the tricky waters. I could not have done it without them. Working with them was a really great experience all the way from the first meeting where they helped me determine my goals to the closing. I will definitely work with them again when I look for my next home in the future. Matt |
| My wife and I were looking for an agent in San Francisco to buy a rental property. We always wanted to do this kind of investment, but did not know where to start. We felt very lucky that we found Danielle Lazier and Tanya Dzhibrailova. We've had several real estate transactions in the past, but this one was the sweetest. Danielle and Tanya were extremely skillful in what they do. They were also so kind to go out of their way to fulfill all of our needs. We told them this is our first rental propery and we were very nervous about this investment. Danielle and Tanya understood our concerns. They helped us find a very nice duplex in SF and buy it at a very good price. We were every surprised that after escrow closed, they went out of their way to help us repair the property and find the tenants. Within only three weeks after the close of escrow, Danielle and Tanya were able to help us find the subcontractors, negotiate for the best prices, manage the project and the contractors, find the tenants and complete the rental agreements. They are the best and they are kind. They knew we were busy with our work and were under a lot of stress, and they offered their time to get every thing done in a very timely manner. We will always remember Danielle and Tanya for their superior work and would like every Yelper out their to know about them. They are more than your real estate agents. They are your caring friends. Danielle and Tanya, thank you! Dean & Chloe, San Francisco Dean & Chloe |
| We found a fine house, submitted a reasonable bid, and got it accepted all within 5 days after meeting Danielle and Tanya. 5 stars well deserved. Oh, and throw in lots of valubable tips on how to fix up your new home, regular check ins during and after the closing, great contacts from electricians to gardners, and a quick turn around on all concerns or requests. As first time home buyers, Danielle and Tanya held our hand through the entire process and it went great. If you choose to work with them, you are in great hands. Ricky & Tammie, San Francisco Ricky & Tammie |
| Definitely a 5 stars!!! Tanya has been there for me and my partner!! We were first time buyers and she ease the process for us. She was understanding that our restricted schedule as teachers did not allow us to meet up with inspector and contractors. Not only did she have all the good recommendations, she made the appointments and met up with them either with or without us being present. The word is TRUST.....I trust her 100% genuinity. Here is a simple way to describe Tanya.....Trustworthy, honest, genuine, helpful, instrumental, accessible, accommodating, supportive and knowledgable!!! Monica & Tommy, Daly City Monica & Tommy |
| Tanya is AWESOME! She is knowledgable, patient & honest. My partner & I had rented for years. It all changed in 2004 when Tanya took our "wishlist" and turned it into a dream. We purchased our first home Berkeley. Then in 2006 with her assistance we bought our 2nd home in Oakland's Lakeshore District just blocks from Piedmont. Tanya, we look forward to our next "investment " with our eyes on San Francisco. Felix & Philip, San Francisco Felix & Philip |
| First time home buyer here! If you're anything like me, buying a house is a DAUNTING task! So many decisions and factors to think about. I was totally overwhelmed. In comes Tanya. There's just so many positive things to say about Tanya. She made the whole process seamless for me. Within a conversation or two, she immediately knew the type of house I wanted and wasted no time in finding me just that. I didn't even know what I wanted! The previous agent I had waited for me to find him a specific house that I had to find on my own. Why was I doing his job?? Anyway, Tanya helped me find the house I wanted within a week or so and made the whole process seem effortless. She knows the whole process inside and out and was able to address all my questions/concerns. She has so many quality contacts for everything you would want/need. I loved how she would give her opinions on what she really thought (good and bad) of the house/area instead of trying to sell me every house. It truly gave me a better perspective to help me narrow down what I really wanted. She has so many tips and tricks of the trade that makes you trust that she will get you the best deal for what you want. I recommended Tanya to a friend of mine who had a horrific time with another agent for half a year. Tanya helped her find a house in TWO WEEKS. Amazing. Thanks Tanya!! Anthony, Daly City Anthony |
| I visited Tanya's partner, Danielle in 2009 to get a sense of the market and help me determine if I was in the right 'mind frame' to begin my next life chapter and become a home buyer. I was referred to Danielle from friends and after speaking with her, was grateful that the introduction was made. She was attentive and very knowledgeable about the SF market. We discussed various scenarios and after meeting with a mortgage broker, decided it wasn't the time to pursue home buying. Over the next year, Danielle kept in touch but did not pressure me into a decision I wasn't ready for - a quality I appreciated most as I've heard horror stories of realtors pushing clients through a hard sale. Fast forward one year - I connected with Danielle again when I was more prepared to handle this venture. Like not time passed, Danielle was welcoming and excited to get back to work and find me my first home. This time she had help from her new partner, Tanya. It only took me a couple of days until I walked into the 2-bedroom flat in Hayes Valley that I knew I wanted to buy. From that moment on, Tanya and Danielle shifted gears and were determined to get me through the process with little worries or pressures. They listened to my concerns and were committed from beginning till end. I worked primarily with Tanya who used her negotiating skills and managed to get my bid accepted, hassle free. Always available to take a call, the pair (and their behind-the-scenes team) were very organized and walked me through every document I had to sign (and there are a lot!) explaining exactly what I was signing and assuring me that they put in every contingency into the contract as possible - so I had many opportunities to walk away without losing money if the deal began to go sour. Thankfully we got through inspections with a few bumps and road hazards that were giving me a headache but Tanya easily ironed out. Six weeks later and I had a new jingle in my pocket! Even after we closed, Tanya and Danielle provided advice on painters, wood floor specialists and other handymen that have all worked out great! Even today, if I am looking for a contractor, electrician, or other specialist - Danielle and Tanya are the ones I turn to first, and they still respond super fast! Great service, professionalism and ease - I couldn't have been happier with other realtors! Howard, San Francisco Howard |
| Before I met Tanya I was working with another realtor for over 4-5 months and in those 4 months the other realtor showed me only three (3 !!!) houses. I wish I switched to Tanya earlier, but better late then never! With Tanya we were seeing around 9-10 houses almost every single day! Tanya really takes care of her customers and gives her 100%. She would take time to explain the process and give her opinion on whether or not the neighborhood is safe, etc. In exactly 2 weeks Tanya and I found my first home! I strongly recommend Tanya as your real estate agent! She really cares about her customers! Even now whenever I call her or e-mail her with my home related questions (such as Property tax, Escrow acount, etc.) she promptly replies and helps me out. That truely shows her professionalism and how much she cares about you as a customer! Nozima, Daly City Nozima |
| I'm thrilled to write a review about Tanya. Striking out to purchase our first home in the City, a realtor in the East Bay , without hesitation, referred us to Tanya. Tanya immediately responded to our phone call and within a day prepared several property listings for review. Tanya remained attentive throughout the entire process. Tanya is smart and truly a go-getter real estate agent. I attribute the fact that we were able to purchase in San Francisco, with her ability to have gotten us quickly to the front of the offer line. Tanya also understands large scale renovation projects and can help buyers determine the scope of work to improve or create more living space. I wish I knew more people purchasing their first home so I could directly refer them to her. Well, there you go. If you're looking for a great realtor on Yelp, you've just found one! Colleen & Dimitrios, San Francisco Colleen & Dimitrios |
| Tanya brings to the table so much more than I had expected or experienced in the past. I now have a new standard as to how I judge real estate professionals. She made selling my loft easy and stress free. When it came time to buy she did everything above and beyond, always keeping on top of every issue. She has contacts for everything: flooring, loan brokers, inspectors, CPA, contractors, etc. If you need an expert for anything that comes up, she always has someone she can call on the spot. Also, all of these contacts are reputable and reasonably priced. Best of all, she has your back, effortlessly foreseeing & managing potential problems before they become issues. The gift of foresight is definitely Tanya's strongest asset. Layne & Peter, San Francisco & Moss Beach Layne & Peter |
| My fiancé and I had the great pleasure of meeting Tanya through a family referral. Tanya helped us purchase our first property 2 years ago and since then we have built a personal relationship with her. I have full confidence in Tanya and truly appreciate her level of professionalism, knowledge, and follow up. Purchasing a home and going through the process is a huge step and Tanya made it a seamless process for us. I would recommend Tanya to anyone looking to buy a home. We have since referred over half a dozen of our closest family and friends to Tanya who has helped turn their dreams of owning a home into a reality. Thank you, thank you and thank you!!!! Andrey & Yelena, South San Francisco Andrey & Yelena |
| Smart, energetic, loyal, experienced and professional...that is what you can expect from Tanya. Tanya helped me purchase my first home over a year ago. She helped me formulate my numbers and found me a place that fit right into my plan. She was open to showing me different markets even though she surely already knew what markets would best suit my needs. Not only she found the place, but helped me plan a complete remodel. She even took time (on several occasions) to give me advice on vendors and material selections. She referred me to a lender and was on top of everything for me. She made buying my first home/investment painless and easy. I think I may have an above average impression on real estate professionals after working with Tanya. It is nice to know that as long as she is around, I won't have to work with anyone else! She also knows EVERYBODY and has pull in the industry. All professionals we had to deal with had a great respect for Tanya which served me well when we were trying to get things done quickly. See was even able to bargain for some credits on a bank owned property for me. Without reservation I would recommend her to my family and friends...I already have. Tanya, you still have to come over when I finally have a house warming party 2 years late! Any advice on home furnishings??? ;) Thanks so much. Daniel, Daly City Daniel |
| Tanya was extremely efficient, responsive, and Knowledgeable. My home purchase closed in under a month and Tanya continues to be involved with my purchase and the needs that arise from it. Gavin, Daly City Gavin |
| Is so hard to find a good agent in this business. I'm glad that I contacted Tanya to sell our home in South San Francisco. Tanya is able to get the best deal for her clients and protects her clients interests. She is extremely helpful during all process. Tanya is very knowledgeable, responsible and truly proffessional real estate agent. Anatoly & Inna, South San Francisco & Livermore Anatoly L. |
| Dear Tanya, Thank you for making our wish come true. We got the house that we wanted, the price that was in our price range and location that was above our expectations. We really appreciate your dedication, energy and open mind in the search for our dream home. It was a pleasure to work with such an expert like you. Thank you very much! Ksenia, Andrey and Veronica, San Carlos & San Francisco Andrey & Esenia |
| Leon K. San Mateo, CA 4/27/2010 Tanya by far one of the best agent in the area. She helped us find our fist home, she was on top of every detail of every step, she worked with sellers, she worked perfectly with loan agents. She made sure that all paperwork is in order. We were complicated clients and had 1000s of questions and her response was great. She was answering our questions even when she was on vacation. Email were answered immediately. She would call us daily with updates of different part of the process. While signing papers she would explain exactly what we signing. I recommend her to all my friends who are looking to buy their homes or investment properties. Leon & Elvira, San Mateo Leon K. |
| We are very grateful to Tanya for helping us find and purchase our first home. Through every step of the process, she was knowledgeable, responsive, and completely on-the-ball. As we worked through the mountains of paperwork, she always made sure that we understood everything. She was a fierce negotiator, making sure that we got the best deal possible, and was always ready to renegotiate as new issues arose. Phone calls and e-mails were answered almost immediately. And, even now, after we're all moved in, if we need a referral for an electrician, or a good place to buy tile, Tanya is always willing, ready, and able to help. Chela & Demian, Pacifica Chela A. Pacifica |
| Tanya is a very energetic, responsible and honest agent. She makes it a point to get to know her clients' needs and wants and works hard to get that for her clients. She is a very good clear communicator and is well respected in the real estate community. She has excellent working relationships with many agents. Tanya has your best interest in mind when negotiating for a property and also during and even after escrow. She went above and beyond to ensure our transition into a new home was as smooth as possible. We've been living in our new house for almost a month now and she is still checking in to see how things are settling in for us. She's truly dedicated to her profession! I highly recommend Tanya for your next big real estate sell or purchase. Biana & Terry Im, Daly City Biana & Terry Im |
| Hi Tanya, I just wanted to say thank you for your assistance in the purchase of our home. Your recommendations and the strong offer that you wrote up on our behalf, helped us achieve the wanted results and a month later we had the key to our new home. This was a step that we have been nervous and afraid to take and I appreciate the calmness and stride that you have taken to calm our fears. I also am very thankful that you answered all of our calls and questions that we had in regards to the purchase of our home. We have taken your suggestions for decorating and it really is turning out nice. You have the eye for things that I could not see, and the potential that a house may have. This opportunity could not have happened without your support. Thank you once again for being there for our family in a time of uncertainty, you made us feel like we were capable of owning our own! home, and now we do. Thank you so much! Sincerely, Natalie & Eufemio, San Lorenzo N. E. |
| Dear Tanya, This testimonial letter is long past due as our family moved in to our home the middle of September. Hard to believe, we've been in our home already for 2 months. The only place to begin would be to personally thank you for all you did to accomplish the successful selling of our condo and subsequent purchase of our first home. You did everything in your power to make it all happen for my family and I. How can we possibly Thank You enough? Your dedication to completing both transactions for us was proven on a daily basis by your availability. The numerous hours spent either in person or via telephone simply cannot be counted. I personally appreciated the open houses on both Saturday and Sunday; your efforts to maximize our exposure no doubt. Your knowledge of the market and how to achieve positive results for your clients definitely "paid off" for our family. You knew what to do, how to do it and when to do it. You gave us expert advice and showed absolute professionalism from start to finish. If the task was outside of your realm, you quickly opened up your rolodex and started making calls. Even to this day, when I need to find someone to "install or repair whatever", you're my first call (you probably wish it wasn't)! Make sure you keep that database backed up at all times ok? Again, Thank You, Thank You, Thank You. Sincerely, C.W. Castro Valley C.W. |
| Dear Tanya, I would like to first of all thank you for all of your dedication, experience in the Real Estate Market and advice regarding my building at 8-10 Fountain Street in Noe Valley. I have been an investor for many years and found you to be good negotiator. Your creativity and talent made this transaction easier and stress free. Your evaluation of the market, timing and market schedule made a big difference in the way you handled the sale. You exceeded my expectations and more! Your staging ideas were incredible and I think they facilitated the sale and brought me more than I every expected. I was originally going to leave the yard in its present condition, but with your help and design ideas, I turned it into an inviting yard, tiled the deck, planted roses and now someone could entertain and spent quiet time in this beautiful garden. I would recommend you to any perspective buyer or seller! A dedicated agent such as yourself are few and far between. Thank you, R. E. San Francisco R. E. |
| Dear Tanya, We found our "Dream and Home"! We love it, a charming 2br, 1 ˝ bath Berkeley row house, w/ beautiful awesome realtors Tanya. She walked us through the home buying process and educated us regarding the changing market, as well as giving us tips in creative first time buyer programs and financing. We secured a great investment in our future. We had been renting apartments in San Francisco for 15 yrs. and kept asking ourselves why we didn't buy earlier. Tanya showed us 17 homes and in one week we decided to cross our fingers on this sweet site. Seven months later, a new ˝ bath addition, a new backyard garden for entertainment and a studio workspace, we've created an environment that we can call HOME. We'll be sure to consult with Tanya when we embark on our next journey. Sincerely, John Magalong & Philip Roussos, Berkeley John Magalong & Philip Roussos |
| Dear Tanya, I am writing to inform you of how happy I am in my new home. I quickly discovered that purchasing my first home could be a pretty scary undertaking but working with you definitely made the process much easier. The thing I appreciated the most was your consummate professionalism in educating me about the process of buying a home, and keeping me well-informed from start to finish. I really appreciated the fact that I could count on you to always follow up and do what you said you were going to do, and the fact that I could feel totally comfortable that all of the details were taken care of. From helping me get all of the necessary inspections done, to working with my loan agent, to even providing decorating and remodeling ideas, you were always there for me and continually went the extra mile. I felt like I didn't just have a real estate agent, but rather two friends who truly cared about getting the best for me. Even after I closed on the purchase, you guys were still there for me to answer my questions. Your knowledge of the marketplace helped me to not only identify a great condo, but also to get a great deal and not over pay. Everything is coming together nicely and I am really enjoying life in my new place. Thank you both for all of your help throughout the process of purchasing my first home! Best Regards, Chad Means, Oakland Chad Means |
