We heard about Team Forest from a word-of-mouth recommendation from our good friends. From the moment we met them we were impressed with how knowledgeable, supportive, and organized they were. Ana and team were also "no pressure" from the beginning, which we really appreciated as we were slow to get started. But when things ramped up and we started to be more demanding of their time and attention, they were incredibly responsive, helpful, and never made us feel guilty for yanking them all over Alameda to look at places we were excited about. When we got serious about a place, they provided the right information we needed to make a go/no-go decision. Ana held our hands every step of the way and showed us homes when we couldn't make open house times, Pascal would examine disclosures for red flags, crawl under houses to check the foundation, and check the quality of "home prep" repairs to ensure we weren't walking into a money pit. Adam jumped in as needed to show us houses when our schedules with Ana didn't align. Throughout the whole process, they remained focused on helping us find a home that met our needs and within our budget that we could fall in love with. When offer time came, Ana knew all the right things to say to the seller's agent to tip the scales in our favor and get our offer accepted, even in a very competitive market. All in all, working with Ana, Pascal and Adam was a real pleasure. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend Team Forest to anyone looking to find their next home!

Sebastien is seriously the best! He knows the Alameda market like the back of his hand is fantastic to work with and on top of that he really looks out for the best interest of his clients. I really can’t overstate how good my I really can’t overstate how good my experience with Sebastien was.experience with Sebastien was.

We had an excellent experience working with Jeff during the purchase of our home in Alameda. From start to finish, he communicated clearly and consistently, always keeping us informed and making sure our best interests were represented throughout the process. Jeff's deep knowledge of Alameda was especially valuable. As a native of the town, he brought local insight that gave us confidence in both the property and the neighborhood. He was also instrumental in helping manage a more complex transaction involving our 1031 exchange, coordinating seamlessly with the appraiser, escrow team, inspectors, and other moving parts to help keep everything on track. Even beyond closing, his support has continued. He has connected us with trusted local contractors and service providers for sewer inspection and replacement, handyman work, and other unexpected items that came up during escrow and after taking ownership. Having access to fair pricing and reliable local referrals has been incredibly helpful. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy or sell in Alameda. His professionalism, local expertise, strong communication, and continued support made a potentially stressful process much smoother.

Sebastien is a phenomenal strategist and a savvy negotiator. In a market as competitive such as the Bay Area, you need someone who is fast and very well-connected. Sebastien managed to draft and submit my offer with speed, and his rapport with other listing agents gave me a distinct advantage. He provided precise input on strategic pricing and potential repair costs, which made me feel confident and informed throughout the entire process. Sebastien is truly a professional who clearly understands how to win in today’s real estate market.

Mareijke helped us sell our family home, which had been in our family for more than 60 years. The house needed quite a bit of preparation; from clearing out decades of belongings to refinishing hardwood floors, painting, and refreshing the garden, Mareijke managed every detail with care and expertise. We could not have successfully navigated this sale without her guidance, professionalism, and experience. She was a wonderful partner throughout the entire process, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.

Always responds to calls and texts within a more than acceptable timeframe. Displays an excellent knowledge of the sales environment and the geographic market . Became a quasi project manager in the process of choosing and interacting with the vendors chosen by us as well as by herself. Adele is a true professional which is an attribute given by us as well as the vendors. The best thing about having chosen Adele is her positive attitude and confidence.

We had an awesome experience working with Becca to purchase our home in Alameda. Becca is pleasant and patient, and has excellent communication skills. She is very hardworking, responsive, and responsible. She helped us to effectively navigate some tricky situations that came up with the seller during the rent back. She also helped us out with coordinating some work that had to be completed before we moved in. Becca also made our home buying experience extra special with some thoughtful gestures and gifts. We recommend Becca!

If you want a drama-free, home purchase or sale, use Heather Duke's crews. You will not be disappointed.

Highly Recommended Expert in Alameda! ​Working with Sebastien was an outstanding experience. We chose to handle the initial home search ourselves, but his expertise and guidance in the critical stages were absolutely essential. ​Sebastien is a true partner and a total professional. He provided invaluable, precise input on strategic pricing and delivered accurate estimates for potential repair costs, which clarified the long-term value of every home we considered. ​He was always available and incredibly patient with our delays and doubts. Despite any hesitation on our side, he managed to draft and submit every offer extremely fast. ​Perhaps most importantly, he clearly and thoroughly explained every single detail and nuance of the documentation. His attention to detail is remarkable: he even discovered an error in the escrow paperwork that the officer had overlooked. ​We felt completely protected and informed throughout the entire process. If you want an agent who is responsive, patient, and brings a superior level of analytical expertise to your home purchase, we highly recommend Sebastien.

Heather continues to offer ongoing advice, assistance and support as I navigate both purchase and sale.