I'm a repeat client with Chris and every time has been a very pleasant experience. He pushes very hard to get the best deal and to make sure everything goes as it should. He is always 3 steps ahead and is very professional. He is also very knowledgeable and always answers my questions on the spot, or quickly finds the answer and gets back to me.
Being a first time home buyer can be very scary but we're truly blessed to have met Chris Hotaki. The reason we chose Chris to represent us is because he was persistant and showed he genuinely wants to help. Chris not only does a fantastic job at representing us but has taught us so much along the way. This man really goes above and beyond his job to make sure that we get the house we want and for a great deal at that!! He has all the connections and would go out of his ways to find the loan agent as well. He made this "scary" process as smooth and easy as can be and we cannot wait to work with Chris in the near future.
Chris helped us sell a home in Oakland earlier this year. He is fast, punctual, and will answer your questions in a timely manner no matter what time of the day it is. We did not understand the process of selling and Chris drove for us the whole way, and even made us a lot of money!
Chris is very organized, experienced and knowledgeable and has helped us through whole the process. Chris and his whole team are very professional and would highly recommend to all friends and family.
My wife and I came into the market to buy a house at a moment in our lives when we were at a crunch for time. My wife was 7 months pregnant and we had a goal to buy a house before the baby came. By a stroke of luck, I ran into Chris in my search for a competent, efficient agent, that would be an advocate for my family. Lucky, is how I feel, because in two months we moved into a beautiful, updated home just days before we had the baby. We found this home in the area we wanted and with = all of the features we wanted including updated floors, great square footage, a backyard for our 3 dogs, and in a beautiful neighborhood. So here is the low down....1. We got it for 50k under our budget, thanks to Chris, 2. Chris advocated for us to get 7k in seller's credits, 3. Chris referred us to the appropriate inspectors and outside contractors to ensure the home was safe and would stand the test of time, he also clued us in on certain techniques and efforts that we completed that help us lock into our home in spite of other competitive bidders also angling for the property.. I work as a Social Worker in the ICU of a hospital so my schedule is hectic, Chris showed up at any time day or night, weekdays or weekends, to show us homes and he called sellers ahead of time to schedule viewings for us when he could not be there. Chris was competent in the art of home flipping, could identify structural issues, and had familiarity with the neighborhoods we wanted to live in, so that when we bought we were confident that this is would be a home that would we be happy in for a long time. I also want to include that Chris navigated the paperwork so that it was streamlined, professional, and required no second efforts to complete the tasks at hand. Not only is Chris a good Realtor, but Chris also became a good friend of ours. Thanks Chris!
We were referred to Chris by a friend, and had not previously met or worked with him. He was immediately responsive and helpful. He asked relevant questions to help us narrow down our search for a home and listened to what we were requesting in buying a home. He was assertive when we needed him to be, and yet constantly patient with us as we worked through the home buying process. What stands out to us most was how accessible Chris was throughout the entire process. No matter what time of day, or how many times a day, we called or texted him he was always available and responsive. Chris also made the home buying experience as easy and understandable as possible. He was organized and thorough and would email easy to understand lists of items to be addressed and a timeline by which they should be addressed. Between his high level of communication and his easy to understand organization, it was a pleasure to work with him and we feel very fortunate he was there to guide us through the process of buying a home. We would definitely recommend Chris to any of our friends and family members and to anyone considering using him to buy a home.
Just getting around to this review as I have sold this particular home back in January. I'd just like to point out that when I am looking to sell, I want to work with an agent who is punctual and can meet my expectations in a timely manner. Chris exceeded my expectations. This home was listed on the 5th of December, and was sold on the 12th of January for a lot higher than what it was listed for. To me, that's all a seller can ask for. Someone who can sell fast and get you the most money for your house. If this is what you want, Chris is the one you should be talking to. He's professional, punctual, willing to listen to your needs and he will make sure everything is understandable. Will come back to Chris again and again!
I recently sold my home of 19 years and purchased a new home. Needless to say, I was clueless to the whole process as it had been so long since I purchased a new home and my first time selling a home. Chris was extremely patient and quick to respond to any questions I had during the process. He patiently explained each process in a way that I could comprehend. Chris is extremely dedicated, hard working, and honest. He cared more about getting me the best outcome in the sale of my home and the best price for the purchase of my new home, rather than just making a sale. It was an absolute pleasure working with him. I would absolutely recommend him to everyone who is ready to purchase or sell their home!!
Chris is right real estate agent for us - goal oriented, always ready to help. He match any standard you could have set. Friendly, professional and listened. Every step of the way he was available with the answers to questions, and even those that we didn’t think of.
I used Chris as my realtor to sell my house and purchase a new one. He helped us purchase an incredible property in Clayton, CA. He was patient, very flexible, and super quick to respond to our questions. He’s a personable, competent and a confident guy and my wife and I felt comfortable with him immediately. Chris gave great advice as far as our offer went- he was very knowledgeable about what would make our offer stand out in an extremely challenging market. He helped us view the place several times, get it pre-inspected, get our mortgage details in order and put the offer together. I Highly Recommend Chris to be your Realtor! You will not be Disappointed! For whatever housing needs you are in, Chris is the guy to go to! Thank you Chris for all you have done. We have nothing but praise for you. Chris and Marina
Chris is exceptional! He truly was one of the best realtors I've come across and being in the financial industry, I meet tons of realtors from all of over the bay. He worked with me for a year, in fixing my credit, and literally walking thru every step with me, no questions asked. His advice and guidance through purchasing my first home was impressive and by far unforgettable! I actually consider him a friend now! That alone should tell you how committed he is! I recommend him to my clients, friends and family!
Home buying is a big decision. The process of buying a home has been very smooth for me and my husband. Thanks to Chris Hotaki who was there for us and walked us through it, step by step. It's just amazing how Much Chris knows in his field of expertise and always have time to educate us on areas we needed assistance. Often times, I would think he works non stop each day because he quickly responses to my queries. I never felt being left in a limbo with questions in my head. There was always peace of mind because I know I am in great hands. He knows his craft and he is very experienced. We got our keys for our newly bought home for the first time. I was recommended to him and I will recommend him to all friends I know who are wanting to buy a home.
