Client Testimonials
"I am happy to recommend Janet and Dustin to others looking to buy or sell a home in the San Francisco Bay Area. We worked together with them on both the selling of our previous home and the buying of our new home and found them to be highly competent and professional in all respects.
They brought a tremendous level of energy and enthusiasm to the task of selling our house and succeeded in generating a satisfactory offer in a very short period of time. They worked tirelessly around our very busy schedules and with a demanding buyer to complete the sale to our great satisfaction. Of course, this unexpectedly speedy result left us with the challenge of finding a new home in short order. Again they came through. Their knowledge of the area allowed us to recognize the home we wanted soon after we saw it, and their background research and experience guided us through a tricky multiple-offer process - enabling us to secure our home without going over our expected price level. Their level of support and follow-through was outstanding, and continues long after the close of escrow. We recommend them without hesitation and we will surely contact them again for all of our future real estate needs."
John and Maria Batey, Rose Garden-San Jose & Cupertino
"Thank you! You well exceeded our expectations as our listing agent. Your diligent, confident, cheerful contributions made our move to Texas much easier for us."
Sumer and Aysel Can, Rose Garden-San Jose
"From a buyer and seller perspective, I want you to know how pleased I am with your professionalism ...I never thought that a REALTOR® would truly anticipate areas of concern and handle them before a problem arise...You deliver such a high level of service I never had a moment's worry that something wasn't being handled...I appreciate your friendship and expertise and look forward to referring your services to my friends and family..."
Betty Della-Dora, Cory Neighborhood-San Jose
"We both want to thank you for such an amazing house buying experience. You made this one of the most pleasurable experiences one can have buying their first home. We were blessed to have found you! Not only are you a superb, professional real estate agent but a wonderful supportive friend! My Thanksgivings will always be a joyous and thankful/grateful because of you making our dream come true!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Happy Thanksgiving!"
Char Petersen and Beth Stamper, Rose Garden Alameda Court-San Jose
"I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Janet Akin.
In latter 2011, I engaged Janet to represent me on the sale of my parents' house in the Rose Garden area of San Jose. At our first meeting, Janet presented me with a detailed comparative market analysis providing information on recent sales of other homes in close proximity to my parents' house. That analysis included a recommended listing price for the house.
In addition, Janet discussed with me at the initial meeting her firsthand knowledge of the other houses in the area that had sold in recent months, as well as providing me with information about the houses that were then on the market. I was impressed by her comparison of the pros and cons of my parents' house and in other houses that distinguished one house from the other, and helped me understand why she was recommending the particular listing price for my parents' house. Her "inside" knowledge of the comparable homes was very helpful in enabling me to have realistic expectations as to the likely range for the ultimate sales price for my parents' house.
Janet and I discussed what repairs and upgrades to the house would likely facilitate a quick sale and maximize the sales price. She also recommended to me a handyman, painter and gardener who assisted me on the repairs/upgrades. I was very pleased with the quality of work they performed.
Once the house was ready for sale, Janet brought in a photographer who provided pictures that were used for a flyer and an internet virtual tour that showed the house in the most complimentary way possible.
Without hesitation, Janet committed to holding open houses every weekend until the house was sold. Following the conclusion of each day's open house, she called me to provide a status report and to share with me the number of people who came to the house and what comments they made to her.
Fortunately, within three weeks of the first open house and after receiving several offers, I accepted an offer from the couple who became the ultimate buyers. Once the offer was accepted and the house was under contract, Janet prepared a written chronological schedule of key events that would take place between that date and the close of escrow (such as the dates for removal of contingencies by the buyers, the expected date for the buyers' loan documents to be in escrow with the title company, and the expected date for the close of escrow). This schedule provided a very handy frame of reference for me, the buyers, the title company, and Janet.
I was very pleased when the escrow closed on the very date set forth in Janet's schedule, without any complications occurring along the way. I am convinced that the ease and smoothness with which the sale of my parents' house proceeded was due in very large part to the high level of experience and competence, meticulous attention to detail, and the very warm and outgoing personality possessed by Janet. To say that she is the personification of the perfect realtor is not an exaggeration.
As stated at the beginning of this letter, it is indeed a pleasure for me to recommend Janet Akin for your consideration when looking for a realtor to represent you on the purchase or sale of real estate. I am confident that you will be very satisfied if you make the wise decision to engage her services. She is truly one of the best professionals with whom I have ever dealt."
Steven R. Hubert, Esq., Rose Garden-San Jose
"We wanted to take a moment to officially thank you for your great service as our real estate agent. You made a fun yet stressful transaction go very smoothly. We appreciate your candor and your friendly personality. It felt like we were work with a friend who was looking out for us. You always went above and beyond the call of duty by answering our many questions, with your presentation of our offers, and with helping to set up extra services we needed to complete our move. Thanks for helping us to find a great neighborhood. You definitely know your neighborhoods and you knew what was going to suit our needs and what wasn't. Jason has made the transition without any problems, and he loves his new yard. We're starting to get a little settled in, but of course, there is always so much more to do. We look forward to making this house our home, and for you to come visit and see what we've accomplished so far. We will be giving your name to anyone interested in buying or selling in your area. We know they will be in great hands."
The Greene Family, Cambrian-San Jose
"I just wanted to thank you all for your help in this sale and purchase. Without you guys none of this would be possible. I know you all are just doing your job but there are many ways to do a job and you all are amazing at it. Melissa, Savannah, Soda and I are very please to have this team working for us. Thank you again for all your hard work."
Dan Karlsten, Cory Neighborhood-San Jose
"You are excellent, competent agents. I never experienced a problem during the buying or selling end of my transactions. I would recommend you to all my friends and family."
Gerald Donaghy, Campbell
"I was selling my house because I was relocating to a new job. My biggest worry was that I would not have enough time to get my house ready to sell. Janet and Dustin did a great job finding contractors and making all of the arrangements for me. They also did a great job managing the contractors and making sure I got the most for my money, I would recommend Janet and Dustin because they provided very good service that made it easy for me to sell my house."
Barry Blasenheim, Rose Garden-San Jose
"We were very impressed with the level of professionalism and expertise you both brought to the process...We also want to thank you for the excellent follow-up communication with us in every step of the process. As you know, prompt and focused communications were specifically asked for at the time we interviewed...you not only met but clearly exceeded those expectations. The home signage and pictures of the property...were superior and represented the kind of statement we wanted to make...you had our interests at the forefront of your efforts as you negotiated with buyers' agents...Your supportive efforts helped to make this entire process as seamless as possible. Coldwell Banker is very lucky to have you as valued members of their organization..."
"I would like to thank you for the professional job you performed in the selling of my home...your marketing plan and ability to assist me with the staging of my home...brought us a great sales price for our home! Your negotiation technique and contract strategy made the entire process a huge success...I wouldn't hesitate to refer you to my friends, neighbors, and family for all of their real estate needs..."
"We simply cannot express how grateful we are for you! Between finding us a house, making sure we didn't have a stroke, and the wonderful bottle of wine & wine toy - you have spoiled us! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!"
"We wanted to take a minute to thank you for your help in finding us a new home. We tell each other everyday just how perfect this place is for us. Thanks for making everything go as smoothly as you could. We appreciate the wine, beer, and cider that you gave us. Once we get settled and have you over, you and Bob can open the wine! Thank you so much for the candle, sponges and beautiful bowl. The cat hasn't adjusted to explore the whole house yet, so the bowl is not out - but can't wait to display it! Thanks for everything."
Peter A. Harvey and Thomas J. Malloy, Cory Neighborhood-San Jose
"The Akin & Gutierrez team at Coldwell Banker are just that - a team. Professional and reliable, both Janet and Dustin work together to provide excellent client services. When buying or selling property, one is typically hit with "surprises"...Rest assured there are no surprises from this team...concern for their clients' satisfaction doesn't stop at "closing"...give a new meaning to the word...Needless to say, I highly recommend these folks!"
Larry McCullagh, Campbell
Deborah Della-Dora, Morgan Hill
Stefan and Alexis Graham, Morgan Hill
Bob and Mary Dorsch, Rose Garden-San Jose
"We wanted to take a minute to thank you for your help in finding us a new home. We tell each other everyday just how perfect this place is for us. Thanks for making everything go as smoothly as you could. We appreciate the wine, beer, and cider that you gave us. Once we get settled and have you over, you and Bob can open the wine! Thank you so much for the candle, sponges and beautiful bowl. The cat hasn't adjusted to explore the whole house yet, so the bowl is not out - but can't wait to display it! Thanks for everything."
Bob and Mary Dorsch, Rose Garden-San Jose
