James helped my wife and I as FTHB and I cannot applaud him enough. From the beginning during searching, and to the end in negotiation and closing, he really took the stress off of our shoulders and helped us land a great deal. I would absolutely recommend James to friends & family.
James is an incredible real estate agent! Before our very first call, he outlined all the steps of the home-buying process and provided clear estimates of the associated costs. Not only did he accompany us to viewings, but he also created thorough video tours of every house we were interested in, provided comps, summarized disclosures, and offered thoughtful, professional, and unbiased opinions. His comps were consistently accurate. James never pressured us—he constantly reminded us to take our time and focus on finding a home we truly loved. Even after our offer was accepted, he continued to guide us, sending weekly updates with the next steps and ensuring we were supported at every stage. He truly went above and beyond, holding our hand throughout the process. We are deeply grateful for his expertise, patience, and dedication.
We are so thankful to have James Kil to sell our Bay Area townhome, especially in a challenging market. From start to finish, James was not just our selling agent; he was a true partner in the process. The journey began with James’s exceptional help in preparing our home for sale. He personally inspected our property and provided a detailed list of light renovations that would make the biggest impact. He went above and beyond by sourcing high-quality, budget-friendly materials like light fixtures and door handles, saving us both time and money. The subcontractors he recommended were professional and efficient, transforming our home quickly and affordably. The final result was remarkable—the house looked like a completely different place! James's dedication continued throughout the entire selling period. He hosted open houses for us nearly every weekend, proactively engaging with visitors and gathering valuable feedback. We were always kept in the loop with his timely updates. He even took it upon himself to sweep our backyard, ensuring it was always pristine and inviting for potential buyers. We are in a tough market for sellers. Despite the significant challenges, he successfully secured an offer for us. His expertise in price negotiations was evident, and we were able to sell at a price we were comfortable with. However he still felt bad that we didn't sell at an "ideal" price and generously returned a portion of his commission to us. We recommend James Kil to anyone looking for a dedicated and strategic real estate agent. He is a professional who truly puts his clients first.
5 stars do not begin to reflect the level of service James Kil delivers. He navigated me through a very complicated ( To say the least!) estate sale from listing to closing. It required many, many hours of both his physical presence on the site as well as supervising clearing out and preparing the house for sale. If he says he will 'do it', he does! If he says he will check it, he does...twice, to make sure it's right. When he tells you what it's worth, listen..he KNOWS his market! I have dealt with other good realtors in the past but James' honesty, integrity, knowledge and commitment put him on a level of his own! 10********** !
This is my second time working with James and he exceeded my expectations again! He helped us sell our house for a great price and faster than all the other ones in the area. We had the house on the market less than 2 weeks. James walked us through everything we needed to do to get the house ready. He had contractors, painters, electricians, stagers and everyone lined up. No pressure to use his team but it was so convenient. He helped us pick out new fixtures and even paid for them upfront until closing. Working with James as a buy and seller is a great experience! 10/10 would recommend!
We're are so blessed to have James as our realtor. My husband and I are first time homebuyers and found the process super intimidating and overwhelming at the start. He made every step so easy to understand, answered all of our questions (no matter how repetitive), and helped guide us through all the crazy ups and downs. We've made a couple of offers with James before finally being accepted for our first ever home and even though it was stressful, James was there at every step and communicated with all the updates as needed. We loved him so much my sister and her husband decided to also hire him to sell their Daly City home! We're in the process of closing and I can attest to James' organization and professionalism and would HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend to anybody who is looking for a realtor. He's the best!
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! James is by far the best and most authentic agent we’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. His attention to detail and thoughtfulness are simply above and beyond. As real estate enthusiasts, and app-obsessed data crunchers, we thought there was very little an agent could bring to the table, but working with James has been game changing! He has incredible market insight and his strategic know-how helped us gain the edge we needed in the competitive Bay Area market.
As a first time home buyer, I know nothing about the real estate market. James was able to provide insightful expertise on the house, repairs, disclosures and etc. What makes James different from other realtors is that he listens and doesn’t force you into making a decision. Other realtors will just say yes to the homes you like, but James gives you facts, risks on buying the home. His detailed disclosure and comparable summary is on point and is always close to the sale price! James has set a high realtor bar and I’m thankful that he was able to help me close on my dream home. Thank you, James. 🤝
James was exceptional in helping us find and secure a property under extremely tight time constraints. His step by step guide, his responsiveness and attention to detail were outstanding, especially during the challenging escrow period over the holidays when we were out of town. He coordinated all parties involved and kept the process moving smoothly. What we appreciated most was Jame's friendliness and his ability to make what could be a stressful experience feel fun and effortless. He was always one step ahead, anticipating potential issues and addressing them proactively. If you're looking for a realtor who combines extensive expertise with genuine care for his clients, James is your person. He went above and beyond to ensure our success, and we couldn't be happier with the outcome.
We had a great experience working with James. He is very knowledgeable about the SF housing market and provided invaluable support and guidance throughout the negotiation and buying process, ultimately helping us get our dream home! He was super patient in answering all our questions and was on top of every detail, making sure everything went smooth for our closing and move in. We highly recommend working with him!
My experience working with James was amazing. I'm a first time home buyer, and James walked me through all the important steps with attention to detail and an intuitive sense of what I was looking for. He has an intimate knowledge of the San Francisco real estate market, and could pick up on all kinds of "hidden" points whenever we visited a place, things that would never have occurred to me. He has a realistic sense in the value of a unit, and is very focused interested on getting the best deal for his client, not just making a sale. Also, he's super personable, flexible in his schedule, and a total pleasure to hang out with! Cannot recommend James highly enough!!!
My partner and I met James at an open house. He was very warm and just curious to know us. We were not very serious about the home buying process at this point. But as he continued to reach out and check on us, we realized James is such a pleasure to work with. He is very professional and personable, with a strong work ethic to match. He adapted easily to our work schedules and was always quick to jump at any opportunities that fit with our interests. (Speed and adaptability are so crucial with this current market if you are really looking for the best chances.) He kept us motivated throughout the process with his energy and enthusiasm, even when we were getting a little jaded from all the searching. In end, he discovered a gem, and we cannot be more thankful.
