Laurel Strand

In the first half of 2019, Laurel helped us through the process of selling our house in Montclair. It sold in 14 days at the very top of our expected price range. From beginning to end, Laurel demonstrated extraordinary depth of knowledge and experience in the housing market. She explained to us with great detail and clarity every step to be taken, every document to review and sign, every reason for upgrading, remodeling and in general fixing up our property for sale. She was quick to respond to any and all questions, coordinated and communicated with us and the remodeling team in a clear manner, had many ideas regarding the most cost-effective and marketable changes and upgrades to the house and property. With Laurel, we brought our house to market with the confidence that comes from her years of experience. Additionally, she showed an enthusiastic, energetic and positive attitude throughout. We are very satisfied with her work, highly recommend her, and thank her for it all.

Laurel Strand just sold our Montclair house with an outstanding outcome. We consider Laurel a real estate broker superstar! Laurel Strand knows the Oakland Hill real estate market. Her knowledge of the neighborhood provided valuable insight into the best way to market our unique home. Her brilliance resulted in a sale price well above asking within days of the first open house. (We tried not to go overboard on our praise for Laurel, but based on her results, it is impossible not to.) Aware that selling a home in the Oakland Hills in this fast changing economy and competitive market required exceptional marketing skills, we began our search and interviews. We soon learned that Laurel Strand, who specializes in sellers’ needs, had an unsurpassed sales record in the Oakland Hills. We are extremely satisfied with Laurel Strand’s representation. She and her team first studied the nuances of our house; then, with her vision, refreshed its sparkle—and more. Over the last several months, Laurel scheduled her talented and reasonably priced team of professionals—interior designer, contractors, vendors, and landscaper, Laurel’s transformation of our home in Montclair was spectacular! Everyone who knows the house commented on its revived beauty. She is knowledgeable, enthusiastic and a delight to work with. Laurel seemed to read our property, create her vision of its “inner home,” and within weeks, make the house a home (with minimal effort, cost and anxiety to us). We now refer to her as the “house whisperer.” Thank you Laurel Strand!!!