Matt O'Brien

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Matt O’Brien. He truly is the best real estate agent we could have asked for. My parents worked with Matt when they purchased their home and spoke so highly of him that we knew we wanted to work with him too. Still, we did not fully understand just how exceptional he is until we went through the process ourselves. Our home search was not simple. We went through multiple scenarios and changing priorities. At first, we were trying to find a home where we could live with my aging parents. Then we shifted to finding a home just for our family, while still planning for future accommodations for them. On top of that, we had very specific requirements, including feng shui. We paid close attention to layout, flow, and door alignment, things most buyers probably never even consider. Through it all, Matt never once complained. He just rolled with it and probably learned more about feng shui than he ever expected. Matt was incredibly patient, flexible, and supportive. No matter how many times we changed direction, he stayed focused on helping us find what was truly right for us. When we felt ready to just pick something, he would slow us down and talk things through. He was always looking out for us. He is knowledgeable, responsive, and made himself available whenever we needed him, often arranging same day showings. We will never forget the weekend he showed us 10 homes in one day. What truly sets Matt apart is his integrity. He never pushed us. In fact, he sometimes advised us against homes that did not fully make sense for us. That honesty is rare. Even after the sale, he continues to offer help and is always available for questions. Matt is simply a wonderful person. He is kind, easygoing, and has a great sense of humor. Spending time with him never felt like a transaction. It felt like working with a trusted friend. He is truly someone you want to keep in your life even after the process is over.

I recently sold my rental property in California, a process complicated by my out-of-state residency and the need for significant remodeling. I engaged Matt's services, and his support was exceptional. Not only is he highly knowledgeable about the local market and area, but he also provided comprehensive project management for the remodel. Matt secured reputable contractors dedicated to quality enhancements rather than just quick flips, ensuring optimal value for both the seller and the eventual buyer. I am thoroughly satisfied with every aspect of his work and would confidently choose to work with Matt again for future real estate endeavors.

We recently had the pleasure of working with Matt O’Brian from HomeCrave.com as our broker agent while purchasing our first rental property. As first-time investors, we were initially hesitant about the process, but Matt made the entire journey smooth, educational, and—most importantly—successful. From the beginning, Matt took the time to understand our needs, guiding us through every step with patience and expertise. He didn’t just find us a property; he helped us build the confidence to take this big step. He provided video tutorials to explain each part of the buying process, ensuring we fully understood our decisions along the way. Our criteria weren’t easy—we wanted a turn-key rental with minimal work, a newer build, and within a specific budget. Matt took on this challenge with enthusiasm, diligently searching for properties that matched our needs. He was incredibly responsive, constantly adjusting his approach based on our feedback, and never hesitated to pivot when necessary. Beyond just being a great agent, Matt truly went above and beyond. He kept us motivated, gently nudging us forward when we needed it, and always made sure we stayed on track. His generosity and thoughtfulness stood out—whether it was gifting us new locks for easy re-keying, surprising us with gift cards during stressful moments, or even driving out to meet contractors when we couldn’t be there ourselves. We found Matt through a personal referral, and now, after working with him, we can confidently say we’ll be referring him to others as well. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and genuinely caring real estate professional, we highly recommend Matt O’Brian at HomeCrave.com. He didn’t just help us buy a property—he helped us start our journey as rental property owners. Thank you, Matt!

I've bought 2 homes now with Matt's help, the first being 10 years ago after a friend referred him to me, so when we started looking for a house upgrade this year Matt was our first call. There's a lot I really appreciate about Matt and his approach: - Matt is always clear and concise in explaining the myriad complexities of buying a home, and patient with all of our questions. It can be a daunting process but he's an excellent guide through the journey. - Matt doesn't rush you as you're are going through the searching process. He takes the time to learn the things you're looking for in a home, not just to calibrate the search to fit you, but he would often bring up things we hadn't really thought about based on his experience with houses. - Matt's very engaged and responsive, and would regularly reach out with houses he'd seen come up that he thought we might be interested in. Once we were in escrow he was very thorough with deadlines, task lists, and helping us stay on top of the priorities of the day - Matt really understands the San Diego home market, not just in regards to different areas and communities to help look at, but the speed at which it can move and types of things that can help you stand out. - Matt clearly loves his work and has a great sense of humor, and that really helps take some of the stress out of the journey.

Matt O’Brien is the best! He has helped us with three homes, both selling and buying, and is an extraordinary real estate broker. He saved us money on our purchased home and negotiated good increases on both our sells. Matt knows excellent, realistically priced workers, to perform all required repairs and enhancements that sped the sale of two of our houses. He also was quick to manage the reduction of the price of the house we bought. After using Matt the first time, I always listened to his advice the second and third time on what would assist a decrease on the buy and increased price on selling because he was always right about what would work. Matt is impressive in that he stays totally up-to-date on all the required legal documentation, attending classes to stay current. He often had to have the other broker re-do documents because they did not meet current requirements. He was always available to discuss any questions we had and quickly followed up with the other brokers for us. I can highly recommend him as a broker and have done so with neighbors who then were also very impressed with his help and negotiating skills. Matt O’Brien is the realtor you want on your side!

As a first time home buyer it can definitely be confusing but I’m glad Matt was there to help every step of the way!! Professional and knowledgeable and couldn't have done this without him!!