Testimonials

My wife and I were referred to Michelle Phillips by another agent who helped us to sell our previous house in Texas. We were new in Southern California and were looking to buy a house in Orange County.
Michelle understood what we were looking for and very quickly found the neighborhood we liked which was within our budget.
She was a true professional! She came to our appointments very prepared. She brought us the list of all the comparable properties every time we went to see a house. After we found the house we were looking for she diligently continued her support until escrow was closed. She was always punctual. Michelle called/emailed/texted us every day to keep us informed about the process or to get our feedback/questions on any issues that came up.

Michelle cares about her clients. She is absolutely a wonderful person. She just doesn't do her job, she loves it. We highly recommend Michelle Phillips to anyone looking buy or sell their house. She is our number one choice if we want to purchase or sell a property again!

If you want a dynamic team with integrity, industry expertise, and who has your best interest in mind, Michelle and Nestor are your team. I have known and worked with them in different capacities for over ten years. I am confident in their ability and work ethic which are characteristics that are important to me and the clients I recommend to them. Highly recommended - Top notch service!!!!

Nestor and Michelle were recommended by no less than three of our trusted friends and now we know why. After exploring various options to sell our home as well as meeting with another agent-we sat down with Nestor and Michelle. In short, experience matters. They do a thorough assessment of your home. They have a team of trusted professionals who will make your home shine and stand out among others. Marketing is well planned and executed perfectly. Communication is consistent. The housing market is ever changing and not easy to navigate which is why who you choose to sell it is paramount. We could not have done it without Nestor and Michelle and suggest you do too.

Nestor and Michelle helped us upgrade to a larger home in Woodbridge and we couldn’t be happier with them. Our young-ish family had outgrown our current home but we couldn’t stand the thought of leaving the Woodbridge area. Given our highly specific constraints and the challenging market we knew we needed a realtor with a huge amount of local expertise. We also needed an agent who was willing to form a potentially long term partnership with us as we methodically searched for the perfect home.

Michelle and Nestor were absolutely perfect for us during that process. They know every nook and cranny and floorplan in Woodbridge. They really helped us hone in on what we were looking for in a house and they helped keep us focused on those priorities.
Our search wasn’t a straightforward process. It took longer than we initially thought and was almost derailed by an unexpected change in employment, but Nestor and Michelle stuck with us. They never made us feel rushed, or like we needed a snap decision. Quite the opposite, they kept us calm when we almost jumped at a few houses that weren’t right for us.

In the end we were working with them for almost 6 months before we found the right house. But by the time that house came on the market we had honed in on exactly what we wanted. Purchasing a home is never going to be stress free, but they made the entire purchase process as easy as can be. They expertly guided us through the offer process, including some tricky counter conditions. They kept escrow organized and moving, making sure that everything got done on time, but never making us feel overloaded. They even brought us moving boxes 🙂

As good as they were as buyer’s agents, they were even better when it came time to sell our previous home. We basically just gave them the keys the day after we moved and they took care of everything. We gave them a budget for how much we were willing to spend getting the condo ready and they made recommendations on what work would make the best return on investment, lined up the contractors, managed the repairs, and did an absolutely fabulous job staging. Michelle and Nestor executed a great marketing plan for the condo and then put on an amazing open house that not only showcased the house, but the location and why we were so set on staying in Woodbridge. In the end we were able to choose between several strong offers on our house and had an easy escrow and closing.

We spent a lot of time “auditioning” real estate agents; meeting them at open houses, soliciting recommendations from friends, and ultimately setting up meetings with several. Nestor and Michelle were our clear favorites from that process and looking back we absolutely made the right choice, both financially and for our peace of mind. When we started I did not expect I’d be adding my real estate agent to the Christmas card list, but that’s where we are. When you work with Nestor and Michelle it feels more like you’re with a friend than a business relationship.

When we decided to sell our home in Irvine, we interviewed a couple of different Realtors. When we met Michelle, she impressed us with her knowledge, and then when we met Nestor, he impressed us with his marketing expertise. He explained their multi-tiered marketing program and they both showed an understanding of the importance of social media. Knowledge and expertise? How could we go wrong?! Well, we ended up with much more than just that. Selling a home is one of the biggest financial moves you will ever make. You need to have someone you can trust, who will look out for your best interest and who will be able to get you the highest possible price. They worked hard getting the house ready for the Open House and ended up selling our house within the first week with multiple offers. Several of our neighbors who went to the Open House told us how impressed they were with our Realtors.

Selling your home can also be one of the most stressful times in your life. You need to have someone who will address all your concerns in a timely manner and be reassuring. Michelle checked in with us every day throughout the process to explain what was going on and to see if there was anything we needed. We can’t say enough about Nestor and Michelle. They made this complicated process much easier and a very positive experience. We would highly recommend them.

Michelle and Nestor are the greatest in my mind. I had a lot of competition of low ball sellers and cheaply built new homes. Due to their excellent skills of research and experience, they presented a package of what they felt the market would dictate, all in nice presentation with facts. Michelle would check in with me, daily if I so desired. We discussed current homes on market and what adjustments should be made. Never dictating, but presenting facts to help me make an informed decision. When an offer came in, we would meet to discuss the details for fair negotiations with potential buyers and weed out the unqualified. We agreed on terms with a buyer and Michelle stayed on top of the process the entire time. Unfortunately, the buyer balked day of closing, without any reason. This is why you need professionals you trust. They had all the documentation and proper time lines fulfilled to argue a case when the buyer refused to release deposit. This is why you need to hire them, to protect you.
Yes, the process continued and they did sell my house. I was nervous, because the buyers’ agent was relatively new and the buyers were first timers. Once again, the expectations were laid out and Michelle even coached the other agent when asked. I was kept up to date almost daily on the entire process which included escrow and any financial information they received. After the first buyer, that was how I slept, because of the caring and attention to detail. Because of their diligence, we closed early.
Hire someone with experience, know how and communicates. It’s your house and equity, and they respect that.

Michelle and Nestor expertly and successfully shepherded my siblings and I through every step of the sale of our parents' condo with an end result of a much higher than anticipated cash sale. Their expertise in the housing market was evident as they guided us to minimize our repair efforts and cost, expertly staged the condo, revised plans for the list price as market dynamics quickly changed, and expertly managed the sale negotiations achieving a cash sale over list price. Our family lives in 3 states/time zones (one local to the condo for sale).and our geographic separation was not a hindrance at all. Communication was outstanding throughout the process as they kept us apprised every step of the way and promptly responded to all of our inquiries. Due to our busy schedules and across the county locations, they coordinated and oversaw all the needed repair work and coordinated inspections with the homeowner's association. I highly recommend Michelle and Nestor for local and out of town sellers! Michelle and Nestor are the key to our successful sale! Would use them again if needed!

I am easily giving Michelle a 5 star review (I would give her more stars if I could)! She went above and beyond in helping us purchase our first home during Covid-19. Throughout the entire process, Michelle stayed cool, calm and collected (which helped us feel less stressed out during the bidding, negotiation processes, etc). Michelle was able to get us a large amount of money towards repairs from the sellers (I don't know how she did it)! She was not only aggressive in getting us a fair deal, she was a pleasure to work with and always got back to us when we needed to talk. When we are ready to purchase our next home, we can not wait to work with Michelle again. We highly recommend using her as your realtor.

Michelle is one of a kind! She was on the ball from the time we started looking for a home until we got one. Michelle was always patient, responsive and knowledgeable. She was a terrific advocate for us and there was no beating around the bush - as she has a 100% honesty policy.

Whether you are in the market to buy or rent - I guarantee Michelle will help you get into your dream home.

We will always use Michelle for future rentals and or real estate purchases. You should too!