"Lorin was referred to me through friend-of-a-friend, and I could not have picked a better realtor to help me find my first home. I had zero clue about real estate, what to look for, or what "escrow" really entailed. In our first meeting she took the time to hear my vague list of "must haves" and "nice to haves" and quickly sent me a list of 15 listings that closely matched my description. Lorin was very responsive, set up viewings quickly, and followed up with questions that I had promptly. Besides having all the logistical skills of real estate (knowing the area, knowing the other realtors, responsiveness, negotiation, etc), I found her to be very personable and "real". There were a few properties we saw that were objectively weird, and she did not hesitate to point out oddities, while also offering potential fixes if I chose to move forward. Throughout the entire process I felt comfortable interacting with her and asking questions that I probably should have known the answers to already. I never felt rushed. She offered invaluable guidance during the offering process, and took the time to explain all of the detail. During escrow, she scheduled multiple inspections simultaneously which I honestly would not have been able to pull off in that time frame on my own. It truly felt like she was part of my team, and that my win felt like her win also. I would highly recommend Lorin to anyone looking to buy or sell."

I could not have been happier with Lorin and her team… they were the selling realtors when we originally bought the house and we were so pleased with them we hired them to represent us as sellers. Their pricing strategy worked and we sold our home very quickly, and were very pleased with the results!

"Lorin and her affiliates are prompt, professional, and personable. My husband and I were looking for a home in LA from the Midwest, and Lorin made the process as smooth as we could have asked. She took into consideration our preferences as we looked for homes, and promptly toured properties that we were interested in. She was honest in her professional appraisal of the homes and neighborhoods she looked at for us, which was extremely important as we could not be physically present to see the houses and neighborhoods ourselves. She was patient as we sifted through the hundreds of homes available in the area we were interested in, and took swift action when we found a home we wanted to put an offer on. It really was a seamless process, and everyone she works with are also professional and helpful. We would absolutely recommend her services if you are looking for a home in the Los Angeles area."

"Teamwork makes the dream work and the MVP on this team is Lorin Ruttenberg!! Selling a home and moving across country at the same time is a huge task but by working with Lorin, she connected me to the best vendors for prep, staging, moving and storage. She anticipated needs offered suggestions and solutions. We had multiple bids well over asking with a buyer under contract 7 or 8 days after listing and closed in 36 days! Lorin is professional, she stays in communication, she listens, and answers questions. Lorin is knowledgeable, trustworthy, well respected, a good human, and my realtor for life! If you need to buy/sell a home, Lorin will get it done, exceeding expectations! Prayer works. Dreams do come true - thank you Lorin! #grateful"

"Lorin & Erica were such a blessing during a very stressful time in our lives. We had a unique situation and they were there every step of the way, for months, even before we signed with them. They came highly recommended by several individuals, and we would definitely use them again should the need arise. Lorin was such a professional and on top of everything that needed to be tracked once our home was on the market and then in escrow. She provided excellent advice and guidance, is very even-tempered, reasonable, and able to keep things calm even when negotiations could have gotten heated. She helped us feel relaxed and confident throughout the entire process, and ensured everything was wrapped up quickly and efficiently. We definitely felt our interests were being looked after, and we never doubted her ethics, motivations, or trustworthiness. Sometimes it's hard to know who you can rely on within the real estate industry, but we never once questioned our choice. We wholeheartedly can recommend both Lorin, Erica, and their team for any real estate needs."

My fiancé and I worked with Lorin and the Ahead of the Curve Homes team in three different transactions over the past few years, beginning with the purchase of our first home, then the sale of our first home, and lastly the purchase of our current home. You couldn't ask for a better agent to have in your corner, particularly in this highly competitive Los Angeles real estate market. Lorin's love for LA and her knowledge of the market are invaluable. You may think that you've seen it all with Zillow, etc., but she can show you something unexpected or suggest a different pocket of the city that hadn't been on your radar. She is direct, honest, and an outstanding negotiator. As if that isn't enough, she also has an excellent team behind her at Ahead of the Curve Homes and beyond, including stagers, designers, and maintenance and repair professionals. Whether buying or selling, you know you are in good hands if Lorin is on the job.

During the recent sale of our home in Baldwin Hills, they held our hands throughout the entire process, always with sensitivity and concern for our needs and goals. Lorin is a clear, and clear-headed communicator, who does everything she can to make the sales process as smooth as possible. We were never in any doubt at all that we were in good hands. She, and her team, were always available to answer any questions and to prod us on to the next step when necessary. We would not hesitate to recommend Lorin for whichever side of the process you find yourself. Highly professional, highly recommended.

"Working with Lorin on our home sale was smooth and professional. We appreciate her honesty and directness. She and her team make the process of selling a home easier by working together to facilitate all showings and paperwork. We have sold two homes in different areas of LA with Lorin and highly recommend her Ahead of the Curve Homes."

Lorin was exceptional to work with. She's incredibly knowledgeable, efficient, and strategic. She listened closely to what I was looking for, and managed my expectations well throughout the whole process. I was a first-time home buyer, and I appreciated that she took the time to explain things to me thoroughly and answer all of my questions. I trust her implicitly and would recommend her to anyone!

"We worked with Lorin Ruttenberg from Ahead of the Curve Homes. She was excellent! She was incredibly knowledgeable of the local areas and the current housing market. We were complete beginners, buying our first home, and we couldn’t have asked for a better agent. She listened to our needs and respected our budget. She was so helpful, sending us through listings as they emerged, but without being pushy. She spent many weekends touring properties with us, allowing us to give her honest feedback. Eventually, we found the home we wanted and she closed the deal, despite being up against other offers. I would recommend Lorin to anyone looking to buy a home in the Los Angeles area."

We worked with Lorin Ruttenberg from Ahead of the Curve Homes. She was excellent! She was incredibly knowledgeable of the local areas and the current housing market. We were complete beginners, buying our first home, and we couldn’t have asked for a better agent. She listened to our needs and respected our budget. She was so helpful, sending us through listings as they emerged, but without being pushy. She spent many weekends touring properties with us, allowing us to give her honest feedback. Eventually, we found the home we wanted and she closed the deal, despite being up against other offers. I would recommend Lorin to anyone looking to buy a home in the Los Angeles area.

Lorin represented us in buying and selling the same house and both were very successful transactions. Without her, we never would have found a house and neighborhood that we loved - we are very grateful. Beyond being a great broker, she is honest, hard working and easy to get along with. During the 7 years we owned the house, we stayed in touch with her as friends and for business. We have referred her to friends of ours, and they have always been appreciative. She's the best!"