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Sophia Delacotte (01873662)
Sophia Delacotte
REALTOR in San Jose - DRE 01873662
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When it comes to buying or selling a real estate property, the lenders' pre-approval letters play a crucial role. Therefore, you will find below, for your convenience, a synopsis of some of the most i ...
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It is that time of year again when real estate experts are trying to understand what is in store for the housing market in 2023. As you may all recall, in the first half of 2022, with mortgage rates i ...
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Overpricing one’s home prior to going on the market almost always has negative ramifications for sellers. For example, sales data across the Bay Area real estate markets show that listings that ...
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The COVID-19 pandemic impact on the housing market is like nothing the U.S. has seen before. The pandemic created the current housing shortage with a huge number of millennials (mostly in their 30s) ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot December 2021:Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on the Market, and More ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot November 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on the Market, and Mo ...
How the Decision of the Federal Reserve to Begin Tapering the Bond Will Impact the Real Estate Market? In its statement dated November 3, 2021, the Federal Reserve Open Market Comm ...
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On July 23, 2021, Governor Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 633 which enacts the Uniform Partition of Heirs Property Act, AKA the Act, which is meant to enhance opportunities for intergenerat ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot September 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on the Market, and M ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot August 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on the Market, and More ...
Sellers and Buyers Duties to Protect Their Homes from Wildfire: Defensible Space and Home Hardening Laws Helpful Tips To Protect Your Home Nobody wants their home to go up in smoke ...
Meaning and Purpose of the “As Is” Clause in Residential Purchase Contracts   In our county the purchase agreements state that the property is sold “As Is”. ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot July 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on th ...
It is not uncommon for buyers to rush into a deal that doesn’t necessarily fit their budget or suit their needs, especially in a competitive market. As a result, numerous buyers have regrets a ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot June 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Selling Prices, Days on the Market, and More ...
Shared Price Clause and Escalation Clause in New Home Construction Contracts: Watch Out! Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, lumber mills were forced to close or slow production but the builder ...
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How to Tackle Livable Square Footage Measurements Issues? The livable square footage of a home is crucial as it is a key number for helping to set a home’s price. But what happens when the ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Snapshot April 2021: Market Trends, Inventory, Listing, and Sellings Prices, Days on the Market, and More ...
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Strong Finish to 2020 & Heated Start to 2021   In most of the ...
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Generally speaking, after years of high appreciation rates, annual 2019 Bay Area median home prices went down a little bit, went up a little bit or basically remained unchanged as compared to 2018. Sa ...
Have Questions? Talk to an Expert First Mortgage Relief Options During the COVID19 Pandemic   What you Need to Know to Keep your Home Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and ...
A Strange & Challenging Year Begins Winding Down December 2020 Report Though Covid-19 upended many normal seasonal trends this year, the market did begin its typical “holiday sea ...
Is Silicon Valley Real Estate on the Verge of an Exodus? Based on a recent study from LendingTree, in which researchers analyzed migration patterns of the nation’s 50 largest cities, includin ...
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The Impact of the New Proposition 19 on the Sale of Real Estate Properties The Impact of Proposition 19 voted on November 3, 2020, is twofold: 1.) it modifies the rules pertaining to the tran ...
Why Some Homeowners Choose Not To Refinance?     As mortgage rates trend downward, plummeting more than three-quarters of a percentage point since March, refinancing growth has lit ...
Strong buyer demand, shrinking inventory, and record-low mortgage rates continued to fuel the real estate market in the five MLS Listings counties during September. Median sales prices again grew ...
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The Importance of Locking Your Interest Rate Make an Informed Decision    Everybody knows that mortgage interest rates can fluctuate several times between the period ...
Santa Clara County Real Estate Market Report   The Santa Clara County market is currently characterized by strong demand and low supply. Higher-price home sales, in particular, have spiked up. ...
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way real estate transactions occur today. However, it also created some misconceptions about the actual state of the market. Here are some facts to help ...
In the context of the horrible fires we've seen in recent weeks - with many of our Bay Area communities and neighbors so terribly affected - a real estate report seems trivial. But since we have cli ...
Need to Sell Your Property to Buy a New One? A Contingency for Sale of Buyers’ Property is All You Need!            Some buyers need to sell their exi ...
  Santa Clara County R.E. Market Rebounds from COVID-19 Plunge    ...
Understanding the Impact of the COVID 19 Pandemic on the Current Real Estate Market in Silicon Valley Myths versus Facts        The San Jose metro area' ...
How to Buy or Sell a House During The Shelter In Place in the Bay Area What  you Need To Know to Navigate Successfully the COVID-19 Legislation       ...
The Impact of the Shelter In Place on The Real Estate Market in the Bay Area Myths versus Facts        Before anything, I hope you are all safe and hea ...
The New Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act How the Coronavirus Stimulus Bill Can Help You?           The government just approved the ...
Rent Control and Just Cause Eviction How The New Rent Control and Eviction Bills will impact Real Estate Investors in California       Statewide Yearly Rent ...
Why Do Real Estate Offers   Get Cancelled? Why do Home Buyers or Sellers  Cancel The Purchase Contract?       Whether you are a buyer or a seller, ...
3 Good Reasons to Buy a Rental Property in The Bay Area Take Advantage of the Favorable Rental Market in Silicon Valley       If you are contemplating bu ...
Becoming a Home Owner As a Millennial in The Bay Area The Benefits of Home Ownership: Tips for the Millennial Generation       As of today, the real estate ma ...
The Pros and Cons of FSBO As A Home Seller in Silicon Valley, Should You Try to Sell your Home on Your Own?    @ Shutterstock When inventory is lower than usual a ...
The 2018 Real Estate Market in Review Where is the Silicon Valley Real Estate Market Headed in 2019?    @ Shutterstock 2018 started strong for home sellers as the ...
How to Adapt to a Shift in Silicon Valley Real Estate Market How Should Home Buyers and Sellers Deal with the New Market Trends    @ SFOResidentialHomes, 2018   ...
When will Home Prices stabilize in Silicon Valley's South Bay? Where is South Bay Real Estate Market heading by end of 2018?    Aerial View of San Jose Downtown @Sophia Del ...
Will the Construction Boom solve Silicon Valley's Housing Problem? What Home Buyers and Sellers should expect from the Construction Boom in the Valley    Courtesy of Sobrato ...
How Will the Housing Market Change in 2018? Trends to expect in Silicon Valley Real Estate Market in 2018    2017 proved to be a challenging year for many in the l ...
Should You Invest in Downtown San Jose? Why Downtown San Jose is becoming    one of the prime real estate market in the Bay Area    Image courtesy of Mercury News ...
1031 Exchange Made simple How to defer capital gain tax    when selling a property in California    Many of you have probably heard about the IRS Section ...
New Real Estate Legislation for 2017 How should home buyers and sellers    comply with new water conserving requirements    With a new year, comes new leg ...
What to Expect from the Real Estate Market in 2017 How to take advantage of Silicon Valley Real Estate Market in 2017            &n ...
The Real impact of Brexit on the US Real Estate Market Read about how Brexit impacts home buyers and sellers in the US            &n ...
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home For Sale Tips to maximize the value of your home when you are ready to sell                  ...
How to Avoid Losing Your Deposit in Real Estate To Avoid Losing Your Deposit Know When to Remove Real Estate Contingencies             ...
Why Home Buyers and Sellers Should Stay Zen in 2016 Why Real Estate will remain an attractive investment in 2016   With the latest stock market correction, you are probably l ...
A Guide to Comparables for Home Buyers and Sellers How Real Estate Agents Estimate Prices of Homes For Sale in Silicon Valley   A recent Quicken Loans Home Price Perception I ...
Why You Should Buy in a Walkable Neighborhood Neighboorhood Trends for Home Buyers in Silicon Valley   If you are tired of slow public transportation, endless traffic jams and d ...
Understanding Title Insurance When Buying a Home Title Insurance Explained for Home Buyers       One of the lesser-known aspects of purchasing a home is the role th ...
Which Real Estate title is right for you? Tips for Home Buyers to purchase a property   Many home buyers often ask themselves how to take title of a property they are about to buy ...
The Question of Home Warranty for Home Buyers and Sellers What is a Home Warranty and When Do You Need It?     As most of you probably already know, a home warranty is sup ...
What Home Buyers Should Expect from Listing Agents What to ask and not to ask a Realtor in Silicon Valley       All of us have been on the buy and sell side of the real e ...
Neighborhood Tips for Home Owners in Silicon Valley Duties, Rights and Etiquette for Repairs on a Shared Fence   One of the most common set of questions asked by potential home buyers, in ...
Buying or Selling a Home in a Flood Zone in Santa Clara County Realtor Tips for Home Buyers and Sellers in Silicon Valley     If you are planning to buy or list a property in Silicon ...
Home Pricing Strategies for Home Sellers in Silicon Valley Tips to sell your home in Silicon Valley at the best price   As the Silicon Valley real estate market is blossoming with Spring ...
Understanding Disclosures in Real Estate Transactions in Silicon Valley Tips to Buy a Home in Silicon Valley   Spring is upon us and the real estate market in San Jose, CA is hotter than e ...
Buying a Home in Silicon Valley with a Low Down Payment Financing Options to Buy a Home in Silicon Valley   With an all-time low housing inventory in the Bay Area, multiple offers b ...
Find a Home in Silicon Valley in Real Estate Market with Low Inventory Real Estate Market Trends in Silicon Valley   Before anything, best wishes of health and prosperity to you and your ...
How to Increase Your Chances to Get Pre-Approved Tips for Loan Application and Home Buyers in Silicon Valley   There is no bad season to go home hunting! Winter season is the last ch ...
Buy vs. Rent a Home in Silicon Valley Pros and Cons of Buying vs. Renting a Home in the Bay Area Today, I would like to address the forever recurring question from first-time home buyer ...
  Welcome to my first real estate blog of 2014! I thought I would start the year by sharing my latest tips and best practices to successfully sell your home in 2014 in the current Silic ...
I am writing this as our Federal Government is in its third day of shutdown in an unprecedented move by the GOP and its allies to refuse to raise the US debt ceiling.  The question today ...
Dear Silicon Valley readers: Back to blogging after a very busy Spring and Summer in San Jose. Today, I thought I would entertain you about pocket listings. For the record, a "pocket lis ...
Hello Silicon Valley Real Estate Investors, If you are in the game of buying and reselling a short sale home for a profit, also known as "flipping a house", I am asking the question: Do you k ...
Over the past few years, the US Real Estate Market has been defined mostly according to the inventory of short sales and bank-owned properties (aka REOs) available for sale and the unlisted inventory ...
Hello again to all Silicon Valley Home Buyers: From my previous blog, you are now familiar with the 3 key deadlines and provisions of the California Residential Purchase Agreement. I ...
As of June 21, 2012, The Federal Housing Finance Agency (aka FHFA) announced changes to short sale policies which will make it easier for Military Homeowners with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae loan ...
Hello again to all Silicon Valley Home Buyers: This blog is a must read for all current and future potential home buyers in Silicon Valley, first time and experienced buyers, real estate ...
There is one question that every First Time Home Buyer looking for a home in Silicon Valley is currently asking oneself: Can I afford to buy a home given current market conditions in Silicon Val ...
Short sales candidates in San Jose and in Silicon Valley, you are going to like what you are about to read below! You probably already heard that The Federal Housing Finance Agency (aka as FHFA ...
This blog is meant in particular for US and foreign executives thinking about or just about ready to relocate to Silicon Valley in the next few months. To give you a head start, you may want to ...
On July 11, 2012, California Attorney General Kamala Harris signed into law the California Homeowner Bill Of Rights, designed to shield distressed homeowners from unfair lender practices during th ...
Hello to all Silicon Valley and San Jose Readers! Before anything, best wishes to all for a relaxing Memorial Day week end. Let us hope that next Monday will really bring out the sun and heat ...
Hello again to all Silicon Valley readers: What prompted me to write this blog today is one of my recent tweets about the expected growth of the City of San Jose, CA. You can read all about ...
Hello to all my Silicon Valley home buyers and sellers: Beforehand, know that this blog is specific to Silicon Valley Real Estate Market, which is right now the Eye of a Storm of a Seller's ...
Over the last few weeks I heard quite a few of my fellow realtors in Silicon Valley complaining about the fact that they had put an offer on a short sale property and out of the blue received a phone ...
Dear San Jose Real Estate Buyers & Sellers: Before anything, please receive my best wishes of health, personal and professional success in 2012. To those of you close to a short sales or alread ...
Tired of renting your home in Silicon Valley and ready for a move to your own place? Before jumping in, watch out for those signs which will tip you about your readiness state to make one of the bi ...
I just started a tweet on potential trends of the US Real Estate Market in 2012 and thought I might as well write a short blog to substantiate my thoughts: 1. Home prices are likely to remain sta ...
Just a few quick thoughts about the new Housing Stimulus Plan announced by the Obama Administration. 1.   HARP cap to 125% of the value of your home is now gone. But is it real news or ...
Confused about the state of the US real estate market today? Worried about the recent rise in mortgage rates? Wondering about home prices trends in 2012? Concerned about how foreclosures and short sal ...
As the Obama Administration is about to unveil a new stimulus plan for troubled home owners this week which is likely to revolve around refinancing accessibility (i.e. making it easier for borrowers f ...
Being a Real Estate Agent based out of San Jose, Capital of Silicon Valley has its benefits. You are right in the middle of the innovation buzz which happens next door; You feel connected to the en ...
No day goes by in Silicon Valley without reading about  thousands of potential home buyers turned down for a loan in spite of coming up with the 20% down payment and overall good credit records. ...
This blog is going to be of particular interest to all distressed home owners in San Jose CA but also all Realtors in California. You may have heard about 2 provisions from Senate Bill #458, which ...
Ready to jump into San Jose Real Estate Market for your first investment property? I would like to share a few essential tips that I have learnt from personal experience as an investor in real esta ...
To paraphrase Steve Jobs, once in a lifetime, a product, a thought, an observation comes along that changes everything you know...about Real Estate and the Realtor's job. This is precisely what hap ...
Since this is the age of Social Media, there has never been a better time to engage on this topic which today re-defines how San Jose Realtors market themselves through the web and mobile devices (act ...
Some of you may have noticed my blog which is now featured in the Real Estate News section of Realtor.com, the official site of the National Association of Realtors. Here are some further insights ...
Everyone who reads my San Jose Real Estate Blog knows by now that, as a San Jose Realtor, I am very active and an area expert of South San Jose, namely Almaden Valley, Blossom Valley, Cambrian, Santa ...
Here is something to warm up our spirit in spite of the recent news about the home prices double dip and the upcoming resulting 'double wave' of short sales and bank owned homes on the San Jose Real E ...
Welcome back readers to my San Jose Real Estate blog! I thought I would entertain you today with a new heads up trend that I have been noticing while conducting comparables and looking for homes fo ...
Based on the latest events, it is safe to stay that Short Sales listings in San Jose are not just here to stay but in fact will likely increase and represent an ever-growing majority of homes sold in ...
Everyone wonders how to reach financial goals and achieve financial stability in one's life. There are multiple recipes and many books have been and will continue be written as the nature of fin ...
Here is my 2 cents about the usage of Twitter and its relevance for Real Estate Marketing and Realtors in San Jose, Silicon Valley and the Bay Area: 1. Twitter is an extension of your on-line prese ...
Why should you buy a home in San Jose or the Bay Area rather than rent? I provided a number of tips about how and when to buy on twitter but would like to elaborate further below. 1. You shoul ...
Here is a informative and slightly off-topic blog about the usage of QR Code in Real Estate in Silicon Valley. For reference, a QR Code (acronym short for Quick Response) is a black and white mat ...
This is a real estate topic I have been meaning to address in this blog for quite some time for my San Jose buyers, sellers and investors. As should be expected, there is no definitive answer to th ...
While short sales properties can be cheaper to buy in some cases, I have witnessed many instances of short sales listings being sold at and even above market value in numerous San Jose neighborhoods. ...
The question every short sale & foreclosure specialist in San Jose is asked by almost all buyers interested to purchase a short sale property is whether a short sale listing is cheaper to buy than ...
What prompts this blog entry is a request from my friendly neighbor a few days ago. The family has been renting the home next to ours (in Santa Teresa in San Jose, CA) for a few years now. One evening ...
Today, I stumbled by accident upon this promo video shot at a MerchantCircle (MC) Event in San Jose last Summer. I am an early adopter of MC among San Jose Real Estate Agents (as far as I recall, I wa ...
As most of you already know, any San Jose Realtor spends most of his/her active time driving around to check with one's own eyes properties available on the market, to take his customers to potential ...
You may have noticed my latest effort to capture key activities at every stage of the home buying/selling process that any buyer and seller should expect from their Realtor. Here are a few after-th ...
I have been meaning to write about this topic since I decided to become a Real Estate Agent in San Jose, CA, last year after a successful career in Real Estate Law. By the way, did you know that 94% o ...
Working with many home buyers in San Jose over the past few months in a buyer-driven real estate market  has taught me a few things which I would like to share with everyone currently looking at ...
Having recently been certified as an Expert in Distressed Properties (commonly referred to as short sales properties), I thought I would share a few thoughts about Short Sales gathered in the course o ...
Recently, one of my clients walked into one of my open houses in the Willow Glen area and asked me if I could find him a historical Victorian home close to Downtown Willow Glen in San Jose CA. It i ...

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I am so glad I engaged Sophia to sell my deceased Uncle's townhouse on behalf of his trust. She applied her experience, professionalism, and work ethic to prepare the property and present it to the market ASAP. She found a great contractor and made sure it was listed as a two-bedroom with the MLS, she was at the property on a Saturday watering the plants, and holding ladders for the contractor to make sure that ducts were connected correctly... I could go on about the excellent service. I am so impressed. I'm very satisfied with the selling price and the timeline from listing to sale. Thank you, Sophia. You are a real one!

 

~ Myrrhia R. - Trustee Sale

I originally worked with Sophia a few years ago to sell my brother's house. When it came time to sell my mom's house this year, I didn't hesitate to go back to her. Both times I've worked with Sophia, she had all of the contacts and experience to get the house ready to sell in as hassle-free a way as possible. Sophia took the time to walk me through everything so I felt confident on each decision along the way, from talking me through the paperwork to reviewing market research for the asking price to discussing incoming offers. She kept me in the loop every step of the way and made sure I always knew what was coming next, all with a real knack for clearly explaining her thought process and strategy. Sophia is the epitome of a responsive, approachable, and ethical professional, and will treat you like a true partner in the selling process.

 

~ Trish V. - Seller

Sophia did a superb job of selling our house. She is the consummate professional. She's highly efficient, anticipates issues, and is easy to work with. Her legal background proved invaluable as we were selling a house in a trust and she knew exactly how to handle this. Sophia even rolled up her sleeves and spent quite a few hours helping us fix up the house we were selling. We highly recommend her.

 

~ Gary. G - Trustee Sale

We live in a mid-century modern home in Palo Alto, and Sophia gave us insightful guidance on upgrades with the most impact. She has a keen eye for details and was able to immediately spot places that needed repairs. She also provided guidance with high-impact minor changes like improvements to doors, fixtures, and closets. Beyond advice, she was then able to recommend trustworthy contractors in her network that would take small remodeling jobs. During this time we could also appreciate Sophia’s legal background, particularly her ability to answer our questions about regulations and advise us on preventing conflicts. In addition to an impeccable work ethic, Sophia also has outstanding marketing skills. In short, if you are looking for an outstanding real estate agent, take Sophia.

 

~ Catherine B. - COP

I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Sophia Delacotte as a real estate agent. She was responsive, and direct, and made sure every single step as well as her strategy was carefully explained throughout the whole process of buying a home. She listened to my needs and preferences and showed me properties that matched them perfectly. She was always available to answer my questions and address any concerns I had along the way. When we finally found the right product, her phenomenal negotiation and paperwork handling skills made the whole closing experience smooth and quick. I was looking for a first-time home purchase in the bay area and I found it thanks to Sophia. I am very satisfied with my purchase, and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional real estate agent.

 

~ Raphael B. - Home Buyer

Sophia Delacotte is a trusted REALTOR serving the San Jose, CA area. With her years of experience and in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market, she is dedicated to helping her clients achieve their real estate goals. Sophia takes a personalized approach to every transaction, working closely with each client to understand their unique needs and preferences. She is committed to providing exceptional service and attention to detail, ensuring a seamless and successful buying or selling experience. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or looking to sell your property, Sophia Delacotte has the skills and expertise to guide you through the process. Contact her today to learn more about how she can help you achieve your real estate goals.

 

~ Freddie J. - Investor

Sophia is a consummate professional and applied no pressure on us to hire her but was more than willing to spend whatever time we needed answering questions. After the decision was made to engage her services she proceeded to efficiently and effectively market our home. She not only provided excellent advice on what needed to be done to prepare the home but also provided multiple resources to do any work that was required. She was always available to answer questions and there was never a delayed response. She kept us updated consistently along the progression to placing the home on the market. It truly seemed there was not a single issue with which she could not guide us in making a sound decision. She stayed constantly abreast of market trends and helped us to determine the timing and final listing price. We received multiple offers within a few days of the open house, virtually all above the asking price. The escrow closed in less than one month.

 

~ ~ Carole H. - Trustee

Sophia is a true expert when it comes to understanding and conveying real estate trends and the current market. She explains her marketing strategy, and provides options but leaves the decisions up to her clients. Sophia was very direct and proactive in resolving unexpected challenges when they came up. If you are interested in buying or selling a home I would encourage you to contact Sophia.

 

~ Valerie P - Seller

Sophia Delacotte is truly one of San Jose’s outstanding real estate professionals! She is very knowledgeable of the area markets, is extremely thorough, diligent, and personable, and represents her clients with integrity. She has a nice way about her and is all business which is exactly what we were looking for from our agent. Sophia represented us in an estate sale and was able to sell the property very quickly so that we could settle the estate efficiently. She really knows the market and her approach to the sale was spot on! We received multiple bids and sold the property for more than the asking price…amazing! She managed the entire process effectively, keeping us informed every step along the way. She was always available if we had questions or wanted to discuss anything related to the transaction. We could not have been better served nor more pleased. We would definitely recommend Sophia to anyone looking for a professional who delivers results! She is the best!

 

~ Daryl F. & Richard S. - Trustees

Sophia is THE expert in our Real Estate market. We could not have completed our sale as easily or as successfully without her expertise. Sophia is knowledgeable, professional, available, knows our market inside and out, is a great communicator, well organized, stays on schedule, answers all questions, shares great resources, is a decision-maker, and provides guidance. Sophia gave 100%.

 

~ Donna J.- Trustee Sale

I first met Sophia a few years back at a financial gathering that my wife and I were invited to. She sat at our table and was smart, energetic, and engaging. So when my brother passed away and his duplex went into probate, our family lawyer suggested her and I immediately decided to go with her experience. That was a decision that made life much easier for me and my family. She led every step of the process with integrity, energy and know-how. We didn't want to put money into the duplex so she helped get it ready to sell and she coordinated the resources that made it look so much better. She took me through all the paperwork with ease, constantly updated me on the process, and gave me a lot of confidence that everything was being done professionally. The place sold way over what I thought it would with multiple offers. If I need a realtor again, I would not hesitate to work with her, and I would recommend her to others.

 

~ Jake. V - Seller Probate

Sophia Delacotte staged, listed, and sold my condo. An incredible experience. Sophia was thorough timely efficient and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her.

 

~ Mimi H. - Seller

Sophia is an expert in her field and a gem to work with! She is highly detail-oriented, proactive, efficient, and comes to the table prepared, and with solutions that reflect her years of experience and resources. Her background in law was especially useful for our situation. We enjoyed her direct approach and the way that she gains trust through follow-through and action that reflects her extensive knowledge and stature in the industry. We would recommend Sophia and use her again if given the opportunity! Thank you, Sophia, for making the sale of our home as smooth and painless as possible!

 

~ Noelle &Chris B. - Sellers

Sophia is an outstanding real estate professional! She is thorough, diligent, incredibly knowledgeable, and represents her customers with integrity. I reached out to Sophia because she had amazing reviews and she impressed me from our initial meeting all the way through to closing. She was able to sell my home for the price I wanted, and I don’t think it would have been possible without her help. She drove the entire process but was always available if I had questions or wanted to discuss anything associated with the sale of my home. Sophia turned a potentially stressful high-dollar real estate transaction into an enjoyable experience and I would definitely recommend Sophia and I would hire her again for my real estate needs.

 

~ Fardin Y. - Home Seller

Sophia was extremely helpful in the process of purchasing a condo. We did a lot of the search long-distance and she was excellent at picking places that prioritized the needs I had expressed over our phone calls. She was also extremely helpful in coordinating with the title company and the loan officer in order to ensure a smooth buying process. I really appreciate her hard work and diligence throughout the process.

 

~ Morgan M. - First Time Home Buyer

Buying a property is very exciting but also stressful and Sophia was the perfect partner who lead us to great success. Having a competent and trustworthy agent by your side like Sophia is THE key to success. She would know where to look for potential red flags when touring houses or checking disclosures. She helped us prioritize the important features we wanted in a house. She would finalize the whole offer within a day or two, highlighting the key aspects with their implications, and take the time to explain her recommendations to us. She would double/triple-check to make sure everything looks good. She stood by us at every single step of the process until we officially became homeowners! Her work ethic, amazing negotiation skills, dedication to customers, combined with her background in law, made us confident that we could not have found anybody better. And did I mention that her blog is an incredibly useful resource for first-time buyers?

 

~ Damien K- First Time Home Buyer

My wife and I have sold two homes with Sophia. She raises the bar so high, that I can't imagine calling anyone else. At the same time, she takes the time to explain everything. She works out a strategy for each property and explains her thinking for every aspect. She knows the ins and outs of real estate -- what is and isn't worth time, effort, and money. At the end of every deal, I've always been glad she's on our side. Especially after seeing the closing price. My last sale was a property that was part of a trust, and she helped make sure I had everything needed to make that sale go as smoothly as possible. Bottom line: I simply cannot recommend Sophia highly enough. She is a true partner for her clients, taking on much of the stress around a sale, and working tirelessly through every aspect of a real estate negotiation. Her knowledge, guidance, and tenacity are invaluable. You will be glad she's on your side.

 

~ Brent M. - Seller

We were extremely pleased working with Sophia on a sale of our Willow Glen home. She made a sound market analysis, developed a sale strategy, made recommendations on what upgrades were worth making and what not, provided excellent help with a staging, guided us on all stages of the process, and negotiated a sale bringing us $180k over the asking price and free one month rent back. We can highly recommend Sophia for anyone's real estate needs. She is highly professional, and her vast knowledge of the field, including legal aspects, unique negotiating skills, work ethics, experience and complete dedication make her a top notch realtor, head and shoulder above your average Silicon Valley real estate agent. She can be trusted to match and exceed your goals.

 

~ Alex & Rachel S. - Homeowners

We felt very fortunate to have Sophia on our side during a recent "long-distance" real estate purchase. I see other reviewers using terms like "relentless," "devoted," and "detail-oriented" which are also true but don't fully describe her. This is closer: Sophia is like having another you, except she knows what she's doing, she is everywhere at the same time, and she seems to be able to devote all of her enormous energy to tracking the complex pieces of the deal and getting your problem solved. Sophia may have been more invested in our transaction than I was! Whenever some issue presented itself my wife would ask "what are we going to do about that?" I'd say "I told Sophia." Done. In short, you can fumble through a huge transaction and hope that you are doing everything properly and aren't getting cheated or missing something or making or a huge mistake, or you can hire Sophia.

 

~ Tim F. - Buyer Investment Property

Everyone who works with Sophia says to you that she is relentless, detail-oriented, and not shy to put on pressure so that things get done. Sophia worked with us on finding a home back in June 2020 and by November we've moved into a place we're really happy about. She was understanding about our preferences, patient about the search, and prepared to spend months with us until the right house showed up that checked all the boxes. She also let us explore midsummer when we started wondering about other neighborhoods or living situations. Where Sophia really distinguished herself was once we put an offer on a place that we were really serious about. She was available all night and day (she even stayed up with us calling the mortgage broker and the selling agent at 10:30 at night until we had confirmation). Sophia, we couldn't have done it without you. Thank you so much for your kindness and your persistence.

 

~ Christian B. - First Time Home Buyer

We can't say anything but the best about our buying experience with Sophia as our agent. We had come across some new developments in Hayward and fell in love with the plans and finishes at Sohay and it happens that a friend of ours lived there. Long story short, he connected us with Sophia and the process was smoother than butter. Sophia was all over the developer with moving things along, even during shelter-in-place and provided us with timely responses. She also didn't balk when we had stupid first homebuyer questions. From what I hear, since we bought "new" the process may be a bit easier. None-the-less, it was complicated to us but Sophia made the entire contract, loan process and finally closing, palatable with her guidance. I'd recommend her as anyone's agent (buying or selling), we'll definitely be working with her in the future. Thanks so much again Sophia!

 

~ Norman D. - First Time Home Buyer

This is our 5th transaction with Sophia and she delivers every time! Her marketing to sell our property was outstanding and she is always pro-active in making sure that all the parties involved (title company, other agents, loan officers) respected the deadlines to close on time.

 

~ Sean M. - Buyer/Seller

Sophia was recommended by the lawyer for my dad's estate because we might encounter inchoate legal issues. Instead, we encountered a pandemic that slowed and complicated every aspect of the process, but Sophia proved adept with that too. She used the period of enforced idleness to thoroughly research the market for an old house in a unique neighborhood and zeroed in on just the right asking price to suit my needs under the difficult circumstances. When we were finally able to list the property, it sold in less than a week for more than we asked, without contingencies, to just the right people for our family home. Sophia has an excellent team (inspectors, cleaners, repair people, photographers, office staff) that whipped things into shape efficiently, and her good reputation with other realtors and title companies led to a smooth operation without delays. Everyone is happy about the results, I'm relieved and grateful for Sophia's expert guidance throughout, and she made it seem so easy!

 

~ Maureen A. - Trustee Sale

Sophia is one of a kind agent. Unlike many agents out there who only care about their commission, Sophia truly cares about her clients' interests. She is extremely knowledgeable, very responsive and detailed oriented. She guided us throughout the whole process carefully and patiently and made everything easy for us. She did not count her time to respond to all of our questions, to help us with the staging of our home (which was challenging during Covid-19 time) and to review all the documents one by one with us diligently. She is AMAZING!!! I would highly recommend Sophia to anyone who is looking for a top notch agent. She is a true professional, loyal and a genuinely nice person.

 

~ Julie A. - Relocation

We've been extremely pleased with Sophia's help in selling our house. Her deep, data-backed expertise of the Bay Area real estate business combined with her attention and care for her clients make her the perfect real estate agent. Sophia takes pride in being fully transparent and frank with her clients, while at the same time fighting for the best possible outcome for them. We couldn't recommend her more highly to people wanting to sell their Bay Area house

 

~ Raphael L. - Seller

Sophia is the BEST! We recently decided to sell our home of 41 years and move to a bigger place. We were both dreading this process as we'd had only one other experience buying real estate and neither of us remembered much about it! We bought the first house new, and had no experience at all at selling. Sophia was on top of everything, at all times, and made the entire process much smoother than either my husband or I had anticipated. Her legal background and extensive knowledge of the real estate world made everything so easy for us. She took the worry out of our sale, and made buying this next house a pleasure. She really knows her stuff, and as someone else here said, she reads every word of every contract or legal document! She is good at explaining things as well. We could not have asked for a better experience, and are so glad we found Sophia. You will be very glad you chose her too!

 

~ Lois G. Purchase Contingent to Sell of Her Home

Sophia represented me when I was selling my property. She is the consummate professional. She had a clear plan and was very good with communication and follow-up. She produces results and I was very satisfied with the sales price. Highly recommended.

 

~ Cara A. - Investment Property

Sophia is an excellent Realtor. We found her by referral made by our family Lawyer. She took the stress out of old memories and made the sale of my Fiancé's family home fun. Excellent suggestions on the home remodeling being sold led to the highest sale in the neighborhood at the time. It also led to my condo sale 2 years later that just closed today. We used her again with the same results as in the past. My brother is now utilizing her skills to sale his home of 40 years and purchase a new country home. She became like part of our little family of 3 and we enjoyed her visits.

 

~ Stefen G. - Seller

Buying a home is stressful, meeting Sophia was a blessing. With our busy schedules she kept us focused and worked too many late nights with us "sorry Sophia" with us on offers. She was the calming factor for us during inspections and negotiations. When we did find the right house, we had a great team, but if it wasn't for Sophia overseeing everything and keeping everyone in the loop, I know we would have had undue stress that we didn't need. Sophia truly goes above an beyond. We owe her a lot

 

~ Lisa B. - Foreclosure Purchase

I live in New Hampshire and became the trustee of my aunt's estate in California. I was out in CA for a week to find the best real estate agent to sell her place which involved working with a trust and a long distance seller. Sophia won the listing. She was nothing short of amazing. She had the place listed within a week and offers within the month. She took care of everything. I am so grateful to her for making this process as simple as it could be. I highly recommend her.

 

~ Lynn W. - Trustee Sale in Senior Community

Sophia is foremost a professional who is skilled at negotiating for the benefit of her clients. We were truly and pleasantly surprised by the conditions she was able to negotiate for us on top of selling the property under an accelerated timeline. Her professionalism is complemented by her thoroughness and work ethic. Sophia is also kind and goes beyond and then some to help her clients. Despite having closed over a month ago, Sophia is still helping us through challenges with the Property Management company!

 

~ Harry H. - 1031 Exchange Tenants Occupied

As a Santa Clara County attorney, I have sought Sophia Delacotte's advice on real estate transactions. Sophia has consistently given me the best advice. I highly recommend Sophia for her outstanding negotiation skills, superior knowledge of the real estate market, devotion to her clients' best interests, superior results”.

 

~ Michel R. - Lawyer

Sophia is dedicated to each of her clients, helping us to understand the process and setting up the schedule for all elements of preparing the house, publicity preparation and marketing, staging, photography, and open houses. She made recommendations regarding what upgrades to the property would be beneficial and which would not. She scheduled meetings with us and with the inspectors and followed up on each item. I have just noted the 102 emails we exchanged through this process. Even while on a short vacation out of the country, Sophia made time to coordinate the things that needed to be done to review and accept an offer. I would definitely recommend Sophia Delacotte to friends.

 

~ Phil C. - Trustee Sale

My dear friends needed my help to sell their investment property in San Jose and I'm a realtor in San Diego. I reached out to Sophia and she was very responsive and promptly reached out to my friends and helped them navigate through the sale of their investment property. Sophia is very professional, knowledgeable and hardworking! Sophia is simply the best when it comes to communications with all parties from beginning all the way to closing. Will absolutely refer all my Bay Area friends and family to Sophia for their Real Estate needs.

 

~ Jennifer W. - 1031 Exchange

Sophia is simply the best from the beginning all the way to closing. Very professional, knowledgeable and hard working! Enjoyed selling our house with Sophia!

 

~ Mo Y. - Seller

I honestly don’t know what I would have done without Sophia’s help. The property – a condo in downtown San Jose – needed to be sold quickly. Despite HOA litigation and adversarial market conditions, Sophia quickly and professionally arranged for the condo to be cleaned, staged and shown. Sophia also made sure the condo took center stage on Redfin and Zillow. Within just a few days, the condo had garnered thousands of views on various real estate sites. In no time at all we had a number of interested buyers and investors making inquiries. In record time, Sophia negotiated a great price and skillfully closed the deal. I would highly recommend Sophia for any real estate transaction in the Bay Area.

 

~ Andrew E. - Sale In Connection With a Divorce

Sophia is an amazing realtor. Because of her years of experience, her knowledge of the laws and her high work ethics, she simplified our part in selling our property in a very short amount of time. She is totally engaged in her clients welfare and takes on the majority of the work. She is a delightful, caring person and an absolute jewel to work with. She made this selling process so easy for us. Sophia is exceptional in her field. We are so grateful to have had her as our agent.

 

~ Diana S. - Trustee Sale

Sophia was amazing to work with. Because of her years of experience in Real Estate and Law, she made the sale of our property so easy. She provided us with needed resources and guided us through all the necessary steps. Sophia is totally committed to us with daily update communication. She is very organized, driven and a true professional. She has a charming personality and made us feel secure in all our decisions. We are very grateful that we found her thru Yelp when we needed to sell our property fast.

 

~ Am N. - Trustee Sale

I have known and worked with Sophia for several years. She is hard working, smart, and knows exactly what needs to get done. You and your family would be fortunate to have her on your side.

 

~ Steve M. - Sale Tenants Occupied Property

We were very pleased with our relationship with Sophia and the overall outcome. When we found out we had to sell our house quickly we began to search for who we connected with but also who was best qualified. We connected with Sophia due to her no nonsense approach, attention to detail, availability and her great understanding of the legals that surround the sale of a home. While doing all that she was very pleasant and personable. I would use Sophia again and recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell. Thank you Sophia!

 

~ Ben C. - Relocation

An excellent person for your real estate needs. Sophia felt like family and had very positive ideas during the remodeling stages that we incorporated into the final sale. She is a hard working agent and replied almost immediately to our inquiries. We had no problems and the final sale was in a matter of a few weeks once listed. We highly recommend her for your property.

 

~ Stephen G. - Sale Investment Property

Smart, efficient, capable, honest, hardworking are just a few of the descriptions that come to mind to describe the amazing service provided by Sophia. She goes above and beyond expectations to be of assistance to her clients.

 

~ Linda S. - Probate Sale

Sophia is wonderful! She helped us find the perfect buyer for our bizarrely beautiful house. She made the whole process such an easy affair and made sure all the I’s were dotted and T’s were crossed so that the sale went more smoothly than I ever imagined would be possible.

 

~ Darrel B. - Relocation

Sophia is The Best. Professional, Ethics and Result oriented, Look nowhere else and get in touch with Sophia. My family is very proud to have worked with her and she delivered more than expected. We learnt so much and are thankful to her. We Wish Sophia the Best.

 

~ O. V. - Investor

Sophia helped my mother sell her house , while also helping her with overwhelming circumstances. Her sales strategy was impressive, and got my mother way more than she ever thought. She then helped her find a new house , perfect for her. All the while personally helping her with trying circumstances. This woman has the patience of a saint ! Her skills , integrity, knowledge, sincerity, and incredibly endearing personality would serve anyone looking to buy or sell ,or honorary member of the family for that matter. She's that good. Would not only recommend her, but go out of my way to steer someone her way. You simply cannot go wrong with Sophia.

 

~ Wally P. - Trustee Sale

Sophia is the most amazing Real Estate professional I have ever seen in action. She puts her client's interests first and goes to incredible lengths - above and beyond what one would expect. I am an attorney and have been practicing for over 25 years and have worked with and observed many Realtors over the years. Sophia is head and shoulders above the rest. Her care, attention to detail, and whole person approach are outstanding. She is the best that I have ever seen.

 

~ David B. - Trustee Sale

Sophia has been my agent twice, one time to sell and the other to buy. Thanks to her skills and experience, she was able to help us through each step of the process and get us great deals. I particularly appreciated her proactive attitude to get things done, and her amazing attention to details to make sure nothing slipped through the cracks. Each time we also got praise from the other parties about her professionalism.

 

~ Julien R. - Sale Investment Property

Sophia has gone above and beyond in regards to helping my wife and I find a new home for our expanding family. She is very informative in all aspects of buying a home! I highly recommend her!

 

~ Josh M. - Investor

Working with Sophia was a great experience. She is not only a trustworthy person, but she also always had my best interest in mind. She showed me various condos and explained the pros and cons of all properties which made my decision to choose the right condo easier. She constantly followed up with all the parties involved to make sure the home buying process went smoothly. This is evidenced by the fact that we closed right on time! She even made sure all the repairs were completed to my condo before I moved in. I would recommend Sophia to anyone who wants a realtor that will fight for them every step of the way.

 

~ Sean M. - First Time Home Buyer

I worked with Sophia Delacotte several times of the last 18 months. She sold my home with suave and suggested some another great agents remotely for my relocation. There was: honest and frequent communication; clear expectations; and fairer than average rates from the start; no sandbagging; a watchful eye and excellent management of all aspects of the process and contracts. Other realtors in the last decade had really left me with a negative opinion of agents, but Sophia made a name for herself and removed my bias. I'm also glad for Sophia's eagle-eye for legal trouble, so when it came to here recommendations for covering ourselves, I followed them without hesitation. Suggestions on what needed fixed, and encouragement for transparent disclosures is important in California. Buying and/or selling a home can stressful, but it was fun with Sophia for myself and my family

 

~ Kyle B. - Relocation

Sophia Delacotte is thorough, knowledgeable, and helpful. She assisted me with the sale of my townhouse in San Jose. It sold after one open house, and I received multiple offers. Sophia screened all of the offers and recommended the offers which would close with the least amount of hassles or surprises. She is extremely knowledgeable about the real estate market. With her legal background, she is a strong and effective advocate for your side of the transaction. Sophia always kept me in the loop, was clear with what she needed, and the timing of the response to what she needed. She is a pleasure to work with, responsive, and committed to making the entire process go as smoothly as possible. I highly recommend Sophia and would definitely work with her again in the future.

 

~ Bonnie B. - Relocation

Sophia has been very professional throughout the process of my house purchase. She was very patient as I was quite particular about what I want with the budget I have. Sophia was also very helpful and very knowledgeable. She is a very good realtor.

 

~ Jackson T. - Investor

When we met Sophia for the first time, on a Sunday afternoon, we were immediately struck by her professionalism and competence. With skill and patience, she navigated us through the complex and confusing steps of getting pre-approved for a loan, viewing the house, putting down an offer, and learning when to walk away. As first-time home owners, we were nervous and uncertain. Sophia gave us invaluable advice and encouragement during the ups and downs, and her knowledge of the real estate business and housing market always led us in the right direction. One of our favorite things about having her as our agent was that she made herself constantly available. She met with us every weekend for three months to check out houses we liked, and she was always savvy about the state of the house and what might appear on the disclosures. She struck the perfect balance between giving advice and allowing us to form an opinion ourselves.

 

~ Maria J. - First Time Home Buyer

Sophia was a dream to work with. She handled a very difficult short sale for my wife and I. Without her help we would have been lost. She was a great negotiator and partnered with us to help explain every piece of paper that we had to sign as well as assisting us gather proper documents an information all the parties needed. I can't recommend her more highly.

 

~ Nate M. - Short Sale

Sophia helped my wife and I during our house search this summer. She was incredibly diligent, honest and forthright. Unlike a typical agent she actually advised us against couple of houses due to issues she discovered in the disclosures (she reads every word). As first time buyers we were easily seduced by appearances but Sophia kept us grounded! Definitely look forward to working with her again and would definitely recommend her services to friends.

 

~ Sarang R. - First Time Home Buyer

Sophia has a sign in her office which reads "tenacity" which describes her commitment to her clients and her ability to follow through on a transaction. She's a great (full time!) agent to work with, and as a first time home buyer. I can't express how important it was to have her by our side to help us every step of the way. She's straight-forward (former lawyer), and french (former Parisian city girl), which only adds to her charm. Beyond her great work ethic, she conducts herself by the book with an uncommonly high degree of professionalism. Sophia will look out for your interests, and protect your privacy. While I'm happy to have a home (thanks Sophia!), my wife and I will miss having her as our agent.

 

~ Stephen R. - First Time Home Buyer

I am so thrilled that I chose Sophia Delacotte to handle the sale of my condo. Having had my first sale fall through two years ago at the fault of my realtor and title company, I was very nervous about going through the process again.Sophia’s confidence and ability was unwavering. She is very thorough and detailed, and her great follow-through skills assured me that nothing would slip by unnoticed.Everything went smoothly with the sale, even with my many unconventional secondary loans. Escrow closed on time, and I received my funds quickly. I would recommend Sophia to anyone buying or selling a home.

 

~ Radel S. - Seller

I was a first time home buyer in the US market, and Sophia has been fantastic helping me understand the whole process. I am so glad I hired her as my agent. She made every step go really smoothly and I have now found my dream house in the Bay area! She has been very responsive and quick to react when I needed offers to be put together. I strongly recommend Sophia for a Bay area acquisition, especially for non US citizens who are not familiar with local practices.

 

~ Sylvie B. - First Time Home Buyer

Sophia Delacotte is thorough, knowledgeable, and helpful. She assisted me with the sale of my condo. The condo sold after one open house, and I received multiple offers. Sophia screened all of the offers and recommended the offers which would close with the least amount of hassles or surprises. She is extremely knowledgeable about the real estate market. With her legal background, she is a strong and effective advocate for your side of the transaction. Sophia always kept me in the loop, was clear with what she needed, and the timing of the response to what she needed. She is a pleasure to work with, responsive, and committed to making the entire process go as smoothly as possible. I highly recommend Sophia and would definitely work with her again in the future.

 

~ Laurie O. - Seller

I had to sell my house fairly quickly because of a move and imminent wedding. Sophia proved to be the best choice I could have made. She was extremely resourceful and guided me expertly through paperwork and expectations. The house sold after only two open houses, and we received multiple offers. I was also very satisfied with the price obtained. In addition, she made the whole process as painless as can be. Sophia provided very solid support, and her legal background was very helpful to navigate the documents required. I was glad she was on my side! I highly recommend Sophia Delacotte as your real estate agent.

 

~ Yves E. - Relocation

It was wonderful having Sophia help my mother sell her house. She went above and beyond our expectations, and was very patient when addressing my mother’s concerns, making the process as smooth as possible. The house sold on the first open house, and we received multiple offers. Sophia screened all offers to make sure the one we chose would close without any surprises. I highly recommend Sophia to anyone needing a great realtor.

 

~ Phil R. - Relocation

We used Sophia again this Spring as we had to move to reduce my commute. Sophia not only helped us to sell our house in record time but also was very diligent in managing the multiple offers market - she carefully analyzed all the options and helped us dot the i's and cross the t's with choosing the right offer and family. When it came to finding our new home Sophia pulled out all the stops to ensure we got the home we wanted. Sophia built a strong relationship with the selling agent and ensured that our interests were protected. Staying up late into the night negotiating she secured the home we were looking for. Sophia also advised us throughout the process and made sure we did not just settle on any home - someone we can rely on with strong values a great work ethic and her customers interests being number 1.

 

~ Amin D. - Buyer

We have Sophia as our realtor for close to 3 years and think she is really awesome. She makes it a point to understand our needs and gives us good advice on the market swings and how to offer on the properties that we were interested in. She doesn't push us and respect our thoughts and looks out for us. She always makes time to see us even if it is at the very last minute and helps us through the whole process from inspecting the house and seeing if it fits our needs and personality, to thoroughly asking the buyer's realtor and being absolutely professional in giving a good image to the seller and his/her agent. We bought our new home in 2014. Sophia stayed with us throughout the whole process till escrow was completed and was always still available to help us after.She is well connected and referred us to a great loan agent who gave us the best interest rate and helped us close in 14 days. We will definitely ask her to assist us again if we are going to buy or sell in the future.

 

~ Stan A. - Buyer

Sophia is the kind of person who makes your house dream come true. That was our case. Sophia listens to you and suggests places that work for you. She tailors time and resources for your special needs. Since we met her the house hunting was accurate and in a few weeks we were able to bid and get our dream house. After many years of house ownership, my wife and I feel very lucky we met her.

 

~ Angelo M. - First Time Home Buyer

It's really hard to find an agent who is looking out for you and your needs. Sophia cares for her clients deeply and understands what we want. She will go above and beyond to assist us in meeting the deadlines and helps us with understanding the intricacies of offering and the market trends.

 

~ Surt A. - Buyer

Sophia Delacotte was the selling agent for our home in San Jose, California in September 2013. We were in contract for the sale in about three weeks. Sophia was a consummate professional from our first meeting, to our open house and through to our move out of state. She is extremely knowledgeable about the real estate market and, with her legal background, a strong and effective advocate for your side of the transaction. She is also a pleasure to work with, very responsive and is committed to making the entire process as stress free as possible. I highly recommend Sophia as an agent who is head and shoulders above most others in the profession. I feel we were fortunate indeed to have had her as our agent.

 

~ Kathy D. - Relocation

Because of Sophia's clever strategy we made our offer sight unseen. We are now the proud owners of a Condominium. Because of her tireless efforts she made the whole process seamless. Thank you Sophia for all your hard work!!

 

~ Margie A - Investor

Sophia made my short sale purchase as easy as it could be. Honest, tough, does what you ask. I was very pleased. She Made sure I had all the right inspections to protect myself.

 

~ Paul B. - Foreclosure Purchase

As a mortgage originator for over 15 years, I have worked with hundreds of real estate professionals. Sophia is actively involved with the purchase from the time of pre-approval to closing. However, it does not end there. She maintains a business relationship with her clients and is there to assist with any needs from service providers to home information. Her clients are her priority and they are fortunate to have such a fine professional representing them.

 

~ Camille D. - Buyer Loan Officer

Great advice , incredibly efficient! Sophia successfully guided us to buy a house in a very competitive market, and helped manage the transaction every step of the way. You'll want her on your side!

 

~ Caroline M. - First Time Home Buyer

I have found Sophia to be a thorough, ethical, and extremely competent real estate professional. Her knowledge of this challenging real estate market and her passion to advocate for her clients is remarkable. I have worked with many realtors and I count Sophia at the very top of her profession. I have complete confidence that if you are looking for a no-nonsense real estate professional, you will find one in Sophia Delacotte.

 

~ Marc A. - Relocation

Sophia is the most honest, ethical and loyal realtor I have ever worked with. To this day, I remember her telling me that if the sale wasn't in my best interest, she wouldn't feel comfortable representing me. It was very refreshing to know that the client's best interest was her foremost concern. She stands by her clients from the beginning of the process until the ink is dry on the final document, and follows up after the sale to ensure no hidden obstacles have emerged. She is diligent in her efforts to manage the process of a home sale with all parties involved. She keeps her clients informed every step of the way and works tirelessly to forge a positive outcome. Sophia is also like a member of the family. She displays a true and genuine concern for the welfare of her clients and displays this not merely through words but through her actions. Without hesitation I would recommend her to anyone in need of a realtor that is transparent, ethical, and a true professional.

 

~ Greg Z. - Short Sale

Sophia is very thorough, knowledgeable and helpful. The short Sale process is confusing and worrisome but Sophia was able to help me navigate the paperwork, deadlines and legal jargon. She was respectful, responsive and most importantly, she delivered results! I recommend her.

 

~ Ann A. - Short Sale

I will relocate with my family from Europe to Silicon Valley in summer 2012. Early in my quest to find a home, I was very fortunate to identify and work with Sophia Delacotte, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Almaden San Jose. Her help has been invaluable every step of the way from presenting our offer to the close of escrow a few months later. She has been remarkably helpful in particular with regards to dealing with all financial complexities attached to a cross border transaction. Thanks to an amazing sense of attention to details, she masterfully coordinated the entire transaction with all stakeholders and parties involved and made us feel completely safe about buying our first home in the USA. She has clearly exceeded all my expectations and provided a level of service largely beyond the call of duty of a regular real estate agent. I highly recommend Sophia to anyone looking to make a real estate investment in the Bay Area.

 

~ Nadia K. - Relocation

My wife and I met Sophia socially, and she offered to advise us in our search for investment property in another city. Since then, she has been incredibly generous with her time, and has given us precious recommendations on what deals to go for, or run from. We are very grateful and wish her the greatest success.

 

~ Michel B. - Investor

Working with an agent like Sophia is like a breath of fresh air. She is diligent about providing information when requested and quick to respond to needs, or concerns. Her dedication to her transactions, from beginning to end, helps to insure quick and timely closings.

 

~ Heather C. - Investor

Sophia helped us purchase our first home, she was patient and addressed all our concerns. She's very responsive and I couldn't have picked a better real estate agent. She is the best!!!

 

~ Sal C. - First Time Home Buyer

Sophia is a straight shooter. I learned very quickly that it is of essence to have a Realtor who is bullish and will help you get what you need. Sophia was always keeping us in the loop, very clear with what she needed, the timing of it and the why she needed it piece. The short sale process if very confusing and frustrating for a buyer and yet she seemed to make it as seamless as possible. I would recommend her to anyone that is looking to sell!

 

~ Cindy L. - Short Sale

We met Sophia at an Open House and immediately clicked with her. We have worked together for several months now on various property and development projects. As her clients, we find her exceedingly smart, dependable, and thorough. On our very first collaboration with Sophia, she worked long and hard, carrying us through every detail. She had our back the entire time so we had peace of mind throughout. She's a real pleasure to work with; any client would be lucky to have her in their camp

 

~ Nora N. - Investor

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