Ryan Nickell – Santa Clara’s #1 Real Estate Agent – Tim and Ryan
2025 Best of Zillow Recipient with 123+ 5-star reviews • Nextdoor Favorite Agent Santa Clara • #1 Ranked Santa Clara Agent by Volume by Real Trends • Top 1% awarded by Santa Clara County Association of Realtors®
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Ryan Nickell – Santa Clara’s #1 Real Estate Agent – Tim and Ryan: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Ryan and his team provided top-notch real estate services during the sale of our family property in Santa Clara. Ryan's ability to navigate market conditions, develop effective listing strategies, and respond to buyer feedback made the sales process smooth and successful. Our family is grateful for his thoughtful guidance and professionalism throughout all phases. He kept us informed every step and brought a sense of calm to what can naturally be a stressful process. Highly recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a trustworthy real estate professional who develops and implements effective plans to maximize your home's value.
Trust is a rare thing these days, thankful we could work together and thank you for your trust in me and my team as well!
Fantastic experience: Ryan is very easy going, friendly agent that I can ask any suggestion without hesitation. He had helped with the pricing strategy, and helped us to sell the home timely. Overall the experience is seamless and smooth, and I don't hesitate to recommend him to my friend.
Fantastic experience: We worked with Ryan to sell our house, and he made it very easy. He took the time to understand our goals and then presented the house beautifully. He kept us updated every step of the way with friendly, professional updates.
Fantastic experience: We had an awesome experience working with Ryan and his team to sell our home in Willow Glen, San Jose. They are a truly well-oiled machine! Ryan is incredibly knowledgeable, was always available to answer our questions, and made the entire process remarkably smooth.Thanks to their hard work and strategy, our home was on the market for only 6 days and sold for a great price. We highly recommend Ryan and his team!
Fantastic experience: We’d seen Ryan’s advertisements and were particularly impressed by his track record of being under contract in an average of eight days. Through every stage of the process, Ryan and his team made sure that all details were managed in order to have the house listed on a pretty aggressive timeline. In the sale of our house, he absolutely exceeded our expectations! Not only did he bring us multiple offers, but he had them to us in six days at well above asking price! Ryan is a solid negotiator, a consummate professional and the realtor anyone would want managing the sale of their home. Were we getting back in the market, he would be the first one we would call.
Fantastic experience: Ryan and his team did a fantastic job in helping us sell our house in what is turning into tough market conditions for sellers. They set realistic expectations and were able to help us able to target the best aspects for us to focus on. They were efficient and responsive - exactly what you want in a realtor. I couldn’t imagine having anyone better.
Fantastic experience: Sold single family home in San Jose in 2026. Mom and Dad pass. I assume responsibility of family trust and sale of family home. I live four hundred miles away and have radiation therapy five days a week. So, l meet and choose Ryan Nickell’s as my realtor. Ryan talks me through every step of house sale from options, costs, remodeling, inspections, documentations, bids and closing. Our home, once remodeled, goes on the market and sells within a week ALL thanks to RYAN.
Happy to take care of you and your family for your trust sale.
Fantastic experience: It was awesome working with Ryan and his team. They are incredibly knowledgeable, and fun and easy to work with. As a seller, they helped me get my house in top shape in a short amount of time to be ready to go on market. They are classy and have great taste when it comes to remodeling. They have a winning strategy and a great team that can get things done quickly and efficiently. Ryan is very responsive and helpful. He guided me through some crucial points when I needed to make a decision, and I'm grateful for his guidance, without which my house would have had difficulty selling. I would definitely work with them again if I have the opportunity.
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan are a fantastic duo, vets and very focused and driven. Tim is the number cruncher and Ryan is the go-getter. Our home was sold by this great team and cleanly beat expectations! They are Santa Clara residents and have a clear idea about the market conditions. Very responsive team, and if you can’t get to Ryan anytime you can rest assured he’s out selling your property. I left a vmail for them before I met them and was pleasantly surprised by a video he made from the street frontage. I wished there weee ten stars to give these two super stars.
Fantastic experience: Ryan is truly exceptional! He helped us navigate a complex and challenging situation with professionalism, clear communication, and strong expertise. We really appreciated his dedication and support every step of the way.
Happy to help, and love that we had strong price per square foot too! Lots of navigating the complex transaction but glad it worked out in the end, as it always does!
Fantastic experience: Whoo hooo! We sold our home! Thanks for all the support and great customer service
Fantastic experience: Ryan was knowledgeable, responsive, and always kept us informed every step of the way. We felt confident knowing our home sale was in such capable hands. I would use his services again in the future on the next house I sell. I also got to meet Hero his dog, which was absolutely adorable. My house got a lot more than asking because of his hard work and organization.
This roughly 1,000 square-foot home with one-and-a-half baths (one of which was unpermitted) sold for $1,630,000, attracting more than 90 visitors, receiving seven strong offers, and closing $112,000 above the list price and above the appraisal value — delivering a 3x return on the improvement budget for you, our very happy home seller, thanks again for working with us!
This home, 2546 Amethyst Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95051, illustrates that a costly and time-consuming “full remodel” is rarely necessary to maximize what our market will bear for well-marketed homes in quality Santa Clara neighborhoods. Rather, targeting a few high-ROI upgrades proven to attract the largest group of Santa Clara home shoppers (first or second-time home buyers employed at big tech companies) is often all it takes to get outsized returns. These upgrades can be completed at a reasonable cost, and we are happy to front those costs when needed.
Fantastic experience: I worked with Ryan to sell my San Jose house and it was the best experience I have ever had with a realtor. I have bought and sold many homes and condos and Ryan did the best, smoothest job I have ever had. I wish I could hire him for all of my buys and sells!!! His marketing was top notch (my house got on the "Hot Homes" list and sold in about 10 days, with some negotiating to increase the buy price!! I cannot say enough good things about him and his team. Top Tier!!! I would DEFINITELY hire him again, and again. I highly recommend him and his team.
Yeah and no Buyer commission as well! Great outcome and enjoyed advising on the high return on investment upgrades to make it the home of choice for happy buyers!
Fantastic experience: Ryan did an excellent job helping us get our home sold. Ryan got it sold in just a few days on the market and above asking price. Really appreciate his professionalism and knowledge throughout the process.
This roughly 1,900 square-foot home sold for $2,030,000, attracting more than 120 visitors, receiving a strong pre-emtive offer after only three days on the market, and closing $131,000 above the list price and above the appraisal value, delivering a 2x return on the improvement budget for this seller.
This home, 1128 Morse St, San Jose, CA 95126, illustrates that a costly and time-consuming “full remodel” is rarely necessary to maximize what our market will bear for well-marketed homes in quality neighborhoods. Rather, targeting a few high-ROI upgrades proven to attract the largest group of San Jose and Santa Clara home shoppers (first or second-time home buyers employed at big tech companies) is often all it takes to get outsized returns. These upgrades can be completed at reasonable cost, which we are happy to front when needed.
If you’re considering selling, or simply want clarity on which updates are worth undertaking (and which to avoid) we’re glad to offer a no-BS breakdown. We can also walk you through strategies to significantly reduce capital-gains tax exposure without relying on a 1031 exchange (having recently helped another home seller save over $300k in tax bills.)
You can reach me (Ryan) at 408-857-5153 to learn more.
Fantastic experience: Ryan was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Their ideas for the remodel were excellent and they have their fingers on the pulse of the neighborhood, understanding the demographics who would most likely be buying our house. During the remodel, they provided quick access to excellent resources (builders, landscaping, design, etc) The upgrades done on the house netted us a significantly higher sale price than what we could have expected with an “as is” sale. As far as the sale itself, It was complicated as we were splitting the proceeds into two separate trusts, one of which was a Charitable Remainder Trust to help offset the tax burden. Ryan connected us with great financial and legal people who specialize in this type of work and helped us navigate the entire process successfully. All in all, we were very happy we chose Ryan as our realtor and were thrilled with the results. We would recommend them to anyone who wants to get the most out of the sale of their house.
When we first took this on, the home felt dated and very much like a rental. We moved fast and spent smart, updating it with the exact touches that matter most to Sunnyvale buyers. Nothing flashy, nothing wasted. Then we marketed it aggressively to the largest, most motivated buyer pool in the neighborhood.
The result spoke for itself.
More than 150 buyers through the door.
Seven serious offers.
Over $162,000 above list price.
A 2x return on the remodel investment, which we fronted.
And one very happy seller.
Fantastic experience: From a lender’s perspective, working with Ryan Nickell as the buyer’s agent was a great experience. He was professional, communicative, and always on top of the details, which made the financing process smooth. His collaborative approach kept everything on track and ensured an on-time closing.
Fantastic experience: Ryan is an excellent real estate agent! He helped us buy our home and guided us through every step of the process. He is a great negotiator, always looking out for our best interest, and made everything go smoothly. On top of that, he is very friendly and easy to work with. We highly recommend him!
It’s not every day in the Bay Area market that we can help buyers win a single family home $70,000 under appraisal value and $200,000+ under the original list price, and have buyer contingencies… we did it!
Fantastic experience: I met Ryan at a listing that my girlfriend Michelle told me about I recently inherited my grandparents property after my mother passed away last year. I met with Ryan and I talked about what I was looking for and he gave me a lot of information and then we met over at the property and we went over what he thought we should do and I agreed, and the process started with some simple renovations of Updating the kitchen and the bathrooms and doing some landscaping in the backyard and my handyman jumped in and did the painting of the inside, completely changing the color to a brighter color. Ryan kept me appraised to everything that was going on throughout the whole process. Everything was ready to go we staged it took photos. Open house was complete and offers started coming in. It was more than I expected, and he was so wonderful through the whole process I’ve never sold the property before, so he walked me through everything even the closing And we just sold the property as of 7/18/2025 for 300,000 over the listing I would definitely use Ryan again his knowledge of Santa Clara and his knowledge of selling real estate was perfect for what I was looking for
What fun, especially with Hero kissing you next to your sold sign. So thankful we could get you the most in the neighborhood and $300,000 over list price selling in one week.
Negative experience: We recently purchased a home that had been partially renovated by Ryan, and unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from start to finish. Both our agent and we had a very difficult time dealing with Ryan, who was uncooperative throughout the process. To make matters worse, the seller was equally rude and dismissive. The so-called “renovation” work done by Ryan was superficial at best. The floors were poorly installed with visible gaps, tiles were laid unevenly, and the newly renovated bathroom already had an active leak. The free-standing vanity was awkwardly crammed into a corner and sealed on one side with white cement—a clear indication of cutting corners and ignoring quality craftsmanship. If you’re considering a property renovated by Ryan, be very cautious. The flashy updates may look good at first glance, but beneath the surface, the work is subpar and may lead to costly repairs. Buyer beware when it comes to these cheap, cosmetic flips.
Fantastic experience: Ryan helped us navigate both buying our new home and selling our townhome in Santa Clara. Buying Experience: • Deep local knowledge - provided invaluable insights on safe neighborhoods and areas to avoid • Access to exclusive off-market listings • Thorough attention to detail - carefully reviewed all disclosures and highlighted critical considerations • Patient and responsive to our questions • Strong negotiation skills that helped us secure a great deal Selling Experience: • Strategic recommendations for impactful, cost-effective upgrades • Outstanding marketing materials that showcased our property • Excellent relationships with other agents that helped attract strong offers • Hands-on involvement throughout the entire process What sets Ryan apart is his comprehensive understanding of the Santa Clara market and his ability to leverage his network as a top realtor in the area. His guidance was invaluable in making informed decisions throughout both transactions. We highly recommend Ryan to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the Bay Area. His professionalism, expertise and dedication make him an exceptional choice for your real estate needs.
Fantastic experience: My sisters and I really enjoyed meeting and working with Ryan. We saw a couple of Tim and Ryan's "sold" signs in the neighborhood and met with them as a choice of realtor. We immediately felt confident that Ryan knew our neighborhood, and would get the house sold quickly, and he did. Ryan was always in contact with updates and returned my emails very timely. I would definitely recommend Ryan. He was a delight to work with.
Fantastic experience: “I recently had an experience with Ryan Nickell of Tim and Ryan Realty which significantly exceeded my expectations and wanted to share it so that others might benefit from my firsthand knowledge of working with Ryan Nickell, an expert in selling homes in Santa Clara County. Our property was a “first time on the market” property in need of some TLC. Our family home was ready to be sold for the first time in its 63 years after our Mother’s passing and Ryan Nickell was the perfect partner to have as we moved into the selling phase . With an eye towards contemporary design, stylish appointments and in-dept knowledge of what the buyers desired, Ryan Nickell guided us through the process of a high value return on investment program . We planned out the renovation, selected an appropriate general contractor and made all the room by room decisions with Ryan Nickell by our side, allowing him to handle much of the day to day overview tasks as he is a local and was able to swing by the property often to keep an eye on things. Ryan Nickell knew just when to provide the data the general contractor needed to keep the project moving forward, on time and on budget. In the end, we were able to achieve a sales price for the property well in excess of what was originally thought possible and most importantly, we had a happy buyer who appreciated the great bones of the home with the new, fresh, designer inspired touches to the home. All would be lucky to have Ryan Nickell of Tim and Ryan Realty by their side as they embark on a home sale journey in the Santa Clara County area. “
Fantastic experience: We highly recommend Ryan Nickell (Santa Clara) for all your real estate needs. Working with him has been an absolute pleasure. As a first-time home buyer, we were very new to the entire process, and he has been an incredible support with going through all the details in-depth. He has been great in explaining key points during home tours and showing off-market homes as well. Right from touring a home with us for the very first time to recommending us if any renovations were necessary and to finally placing an offer, he provided excellent client service throughout the process. Apart from being a highly experienced professional, Ryan is also a wonderful human being who has been incredibly patient with us throughout this entire process as we took a long time to buy our first home. What sets Ryan apart from other estate agents is his in-depth knowledge about the current market trends, locations, being an excellent negotiator and having great communication skills. - Kinchit & Janhavi
Fantastic experience: Exceptional Support and Expertise in Closing Process I recently had the pleasure of working with Ryan Nickell, who, while not acting as my personal realtor, played an invaluable role in facilitating the closing process for the purchase of my home. From start to finish, Ryan Nickell demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and expertise that made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Despite not being directly responsible for either party, Ryan Nickell took it upon themselves to ensure that all legal documentation was meticulously prepared and organized. Their attention to detail was truly impressive, and it was evident that they were always on top of every aspect of the process. This proactive approach not only kept things moving smoothly but also instilled a great sense of confidence in both the seller and me. What I appreciated most was Ryan Nickell's ability to clarify each step of the process. Legal jargon and complex paperwork can be overwhelming, but Ryan Nickell took the time to explain everything in a way that was easy to understand. Their patience and willingness to answer all our questions were greatly appreciated and made a world of difference. Overall, Ryan Nickell's support was instrumental in ensuring a successful and timely closing. I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and diligent real estate professional. Thank you, Ryan Nickell, for your outstanding assistance and for making this transition as smooth as possible!
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell was outstanding. I was nervous about selling the property. I rented it for the last 8 years and didn't live local anymore. He took care of everything to the point that I didn't even have to visit the property. What could have been difficult and stressful was actually easy.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell and team helped to sell our townhouse in North San Jose. The process was quick, efficient and effective. Ryan was always responsive, friendly professional and knowledgeable. They provide full service, helping with remodeling if needed. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell is an absolute gem—not just as a neighbor, but also as our Listing Agent. From the very first meeting, Ryan and Tim’s genuine enthusiasm and expertise gave us complete confidence in our decision. Throughout the entire selling process, Ryan’s professionalism, energy, and strategic approach were truly impressive. He guided us every step of the way, making the experience smooth and stress-free. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and skilled real estate agent—whether to sell or buy—I highly recommend Ryan Nickell R.O.I Real Estate!
Fantastic experience: Ryan and Tim waere great to work with and their knowledge of process and local market was a blessing. Ryan was always available and had answers to most of my clarifying questions. Ryan found answers to super complex questions quickly showing experience and resources. Tim was a great grounder and strategist; Tim complemented Ryan for complete service. I was in a tight spot of no-time, out-of-country traveling, house needed work before listing, changes to title before sale - owner->trust->llc->sale transactions to be handled. Lots of complexities from seller cooperation etc. etc. I passed the keys to Ryan and Tim and walked away. They were we always super cooperative, positive and methodical (never made shortcuts). Tim and Ryan went out of their way to support me on another deal (they were not even involved in). Their guidance was really useful and support was very productive. I would always go back to Ryan and Tim for future questions and glad to find great friends during this transaction. 100% recommend the Ryan and Tim team for simple and complex transaction.
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan are truly exceptional realtors who made selling my home in Silicon Valley a seamless and rewarding experience. I chose them because I instantly felt comfortable connecting with them, and their expertise and professionalism were evident from the start. Giving them carte blanche was the best decision I could have made—they are true experts who know how to maximize a home’s value. I was especially impressed by their track record of setting record-high sales for their clients, which gave me confidence I was in the right hands. They even financed the remodel and staging, a lifesaver since I was cash-poor until my home sold, a situation many Silicon Valley homeowners might relate to. What sets Tim and Ryan apart is their full service approach and unwavering dedication. They managed much of the remodel process, bringing in a designer to select colors and finishes that would appeal to buyers, and they kept me informed every step of the way. Throughout the process, they made me feel like I was their main priority, also keeping me updated on the housing market and their other successes. Their ability to balance top-notch service with a personal touch is unmatched. Thanks to their hard work and expertise, my home not only sold quickly but also at a record price. I can’t recommend Tim & Ryan highly enough!
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell is an outstanding realtor. We sold our house with him. He possess great local knowledge of San Jose area. He follows win-win strategy and always put his client priorities on top. He came up with excellent selling as strategy of marketing the home by putting off market while we were getting ready to move out of house. His team of stagers and photographers are amazing. My house was beautifully staged and definitely looked premium which helps in marketing platforms. As a result of his efforts, we could still sell our house in a slow market after just 1 open house. He is easy to communicate and was always available to help us with any queries. We encountered one unusual scenario with our buyer which made us nervous. Buyers had some doubts on property and came up with some terms which were not acceptable to us. Ryan navigated with his excellent negotiations skills and knowledge which helped us closing the deal. I recommend him as a realtor.
Vikas! Sometimes unexpected curveballs are thrown our way by the buyers in real estate, so thank you for trusting me to help navigate and negotiate through to a win-win, appreciate you both and glad you found our marketing, staging, and overall result helpful and a 5-star experience.
Fantastic experience: Ryan and his team are absolutely the best. I first contacted Ryan on a Sunday morning, and we met a couple of hours later. Ryan is incredibly compassionate; he understood how difficult it was for me to sell my brother’s home. Ryan is truly empathetic, patient, and professional. He works around the clock and was always quick to answer my questions. Ryan and his team provided exceptional customer service during this difficult time. Ryan priced my brother’s home based on current market value and negotiated the sale during the holiday season for substantially over the asking price. If you want the best real estate agent in the Bay Area who will do everything for you, choose Ryan Nickell. Ryan is truly a positive, honest, and kind human being. He is someone I will always remember as being exceptional.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell proved to be an absolute powerhouse in selling our Santa Clara home, striking the perfect balance between professionalism and approachability throughout the entire process. His deep knowledge of the Santa Clara market, combined with his down-to-earth personality, made what could have been a stressful experience remarkably smooth. What truly sets Ryan apart is his ability to deliver exceptional results while maintaining genuine connections. Through his extensive professional network, Ryan had our home sold in less than 3 days – and the results were nothing short of extraordinary. He secured an offer $300,000 over our asking price with no contingencies, showcasing his exceptional negotiation skills and market expertise. He never made us feel like just another transaction – he took the time to understand our needs and concerns, always keeping us informed and at ease. If you're looking for a realtor who brings both expertise and authenticity to the table while delivering outstanding results, Ryan is the one to call. His professional yet personable approach, combined with his proven ability to maximize value, made all the difference in our home-selling journey.
Fantastic experience: Ryan and Tim were a god sent when we decided to sell the house. Ryan and his associates were helpful, friendly and professional. Ryan kept us abreast of all things going on with the sell, making sure we were comfortable with how things were going. Ryan went above and beyond with meeting with us, following up on requests or questions, going over tons of paperwork explaining what each paper was for and where to sign. If you ever need an agent to either buy or sell please contract Ryan and his staff, you will not be disappointed
Fantastic experience: Tim & Ryan know what it takes to successfully market and sell a home! After our initial meeting and home review, they recommended a number key updates to attract the maximum number of potential buyers and developed a reasonable timeline to get the work done. Ryan effectively managed all the contractors and provided excellent communication throughout the entire process to ensure that the home was move-in ready with the proper permits and inspections for the new owners. The professional sales brochure he created was outstanding and we received multiple offers after one weekend open house. If you’re looking for a real estate team that has the experience and commitment to get the job done, I highly recommend Tim & Ryan and R.O.I. Real Estate!
All-time neighborhood record in a one mile circle for all homes, not bad...
Fantastic experience: We recently used Ryan Nickell as our seller’s agent for our Santa Clara, CA home. We chose Ryan based on his very responsive communication which began before the listing was signed and continued through closing. Our neighbors reported that Ryan had a great rapport with potential buyers during open house. We are very pleased with the outcome of our home sale and found Ryan to be a good negotiator who closed a sale significantly above the asking price.
Fantastic experience: I am so glad I found Ryan and his business partner Tim. As someone trying to sell CA real estate while residing outside of California, I was amazed by how easy they made the process. Tim & Ryan have an extensive network of contractors, and recommended a number of critical updates in order to attract the maximum number of interested buyers. I was equally impressed by their marketing capabilities and overall strategy, which was bespoke to the bay area. I cannot recommend them highly enough!!
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell, of Tim and Ryan R.O.I Real Estate, was exactly who we needed to sell our home of over 40 years in Santa Clara. Ryan and Hero the dog, took care of everything; helped us step by step through each process with calm, supportive and positive motivation amid the whirlwind of making such a huge life change. He’s knowledgeable in all aspects of the Bay Area Real Estate Market and has a team of professionals that really made a daunting task go so smoothly. We also really liked that he lived in our neighborhood. He was on site during all stages. We felt totally taken care of. Quite remarkable. We had a great experience & We highly recommend Ryan, Tim and Hero. What a great team! Thanks so much!
Fantastic experience: Working with Tim Pasken and Ryan Nickell was truly a blessing! After struggling for a year and a half with another realtor, we finally found success with Tim and Ryan. Within just two months, we were able to purchase our dream home. As first-time buyers, we experienced a rollercoaster of emotions and nearly lost hope, but Tim and Ryan consistently uplifted us, even in the face of a challenging market. They were incredibly responsive to our emails, offering detailed insights on properties we were interested in bidding on. Their expertise in the local area and market trends was truly impressive. What makes them such a remarkable team? Ryan Nickell is incredibly sharp and dedicated. Rain or shine, he was always available to show us houses, demonstrating confidence and competence in his work. He provided strategic advice on bidding, guiding us to success with his recommendations. He knew exactly how much to bid, and we completely trusted him and he truly won it for us :) Tim is exceptionally knowledgeable and talented. He kept our hopes high throughout the process, offering honest feedback from R.O.I perspective, held long phone conversations and was quick to responding to our inquiries, even amidst his travel. His commitment to our journey was unwavering. I highly recommend choosing this dynamic duo for your real estate needs—they do make sure to get you the best R.O.I and you won't be disappointed! We wish the very best to the two best realtors in town and look forward to working with them in the future!!
Fantastic experience: If you are in search of a real estate agent in the Bay Area, look no further. Tim & Ryan are the best agents in town. We were first time home buyers and were pretty clueless in the process. Tim & Ryan held our hands and made this journey a stroll in the park. Right from shortlisting homes in the market on a daily basis, visiting open houses after sunset, placing multiple offers, to signing the deed, they were with us every step of the way. In the Bay Area where the market is cut throat, Tim & Ryan helped us navigate the market seamlessly through the different emotional stages and stress of buying a home. There were times when we wanted to submit bids far exceeding asking price when we got quite excited about some properties, however Tim & Ryan advised and helped placate those emotional bursts. And in hindsight, we made the right call. Working with Tim & Ryan was a very smooth and educational experience for us. Their knowledge of the different neighborhoods in and around South Bay, their pros/cons, helped us save a lot of time in sifting through the many houses we were initially interested in. They have been quite patient with us, and were very responsive and helpful for any questions we had, and they still are, even after 2 months. We wish them good luck in their future endeavors and are excited to see their business grow. We are lucky we found Tim & Ryan as our real estate gurus and happy to call them family now. PS: Even when you want to compromise on certain aesthetic aspects or remodeling ideas, they would not let you :-) It is not easy to get a Tim & Ryan stamp of approval for a house; it needs to be earned. They have laudable spatial reasoning skills. They are able to quickly whip up practical and contemporary remodeling idea, and also cater to minimalist designs: you might sometimes wonder if you have hired an interior designer also.
Fantastic experience: It was such a delight working with Ryan and Tim (we worked mostly with Ryan). TLDR, you should definitely go with Tim&Ryan if: 1. You need a lot of assistance in the process or 2. You want to remodel the house (before you sell or after you buy) or 3. You like to work with someone who can give you peace of mind or 4. You want good return on investment. but TBH, I don't think you can go wrong with them. Full story: This is our first ever home purchase so we were very cautious. After interviewing about 6 agents, we decided to go with Tim&Ryan because they are more responsive and have deeper local knowledge in the area where we want to purchase our first home. More importantly, we were willing to spend the time and effort to remodel and they have lots of resources and experience in remodeling. During the shopping process, Ryan provided guidance every step of the way. He gave us contacts, sent us potentially interesting properties, toured the properties with us and gave us tons of good remodeling ideas. Sometimes we would send properties to them and they would give us their take. When it came to making offers, Ryan would send us the disclosures and comp sales and usually gave us an estimate of how much he thought the property would sell for under the current market condition (which was pretty accurate). We were in a tough market because the inventory was low and it was hard to find an ideal property for the price we were willing to pay. We gave 4 offers but they were all rejected. It was easy to overbid but Ryan never encouraged us to do so. Instead, he gave us assurance that we would be able to find one that we like with the right price and he was right. This property was not on our list originally because it was beautifully remodeled a few years ago and didn't need much work. We would have missed it if Tim&Ryan didn't bring it up. We gave an offer and the next thing you know, we were in contract. The closing didn't go smoothly because our lender messed up, which delayed the process. But Ryan, once again, calmed us down and acted quickly to negotiate with the seller to extend the timeline. Finally, we got the keys!
Finding a home in San Jose and the surrounding area is never easy in this market but I'm thankful our paths crossed and thank you for choosing to work with me after interviewing 6 agents!
Fantastic experience: My husband, myself and my 138 lb Great Pyrenees dog liked Ryan at our first meeting. Ryan is not only a dog lover, but the best real estate agent you will ever find. We should know as we have purchased 5 houses and sold two. Short background is we were selling my mothers 100 year old house in San Francisco. Sadly she left us after a stroke with a whole 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a full basement full of "stuff." We were overwhelmed to say the least. I held onto the home for 14 years, knowing I had to clean it out and sell it. We never rented it, but let friends use it when they wanted to visit the City. I was desperate. Then I met Ryan and he made things seem not so bad. His gentle calming nature and professionalism put me at ease immediately. We toured the packed house together and he acted like "no problem here, nice house". I also had to have a vehicle towed from the residence and deal with a persistent transient person that thought the house was his. Ryan held my hand through the whole ordeal. He either took care of things or had the resources for me to call and take care of any problem. We got the house cleaned out in 3 days with professional help (kind of like hoarders). We then turned the house over to Ryan to sell. That is when the real magic happened. Ryan had the house beautifully staged, gorgeous pictures taken for a brochure, spread the word to his colleagues and MLS. We then decided on a weekend for open house. Ryan got 4 good offers on the first showing. As he says he took the highest and best to us. We wanted to wait and see if any more offers came in and one did, higher than the first. We said yes to that one. So in one weekend the house was essentially sold. There was a minor hiccup during escrow where the buyers could not get insurance. This is a serious problem in California. Ryan called several insurance companies on behalf of the buyer. He worked extremely hard. I felt he worked harder than the buyers agent. Finally we agreed to lower the price slightly and the buyers were able to get insurance. Because of Ryan's magic we got the highest price in the neighborhood during a time when interest rates were at 7-8 percent and insurance almost impossible to get. My husband, myself and Handsome, my Great Pyrenees cannot recommend Ryan and Tim highly enough. Go with ROI!! Don, Victoria and Handsome Archibald San Francisco, Ca.
Fantastic experience: So happy that we met Tim & Ryan. We knew we wanted to sell, but we had no idea how to go about it and were worried that our home my not sell. They put us at ease when they let us know how confident they were that it will sell. They explained that a remodel and upgrades would help sell the home so they redesigned the kitchen and bathrooms. As soon as the condo was remodeled and staged, I could see why they were so confident in their work. On the first weekend of the open house we had 3 offers and our home sold right away. It was so quick, we had an offer that broke the record in our condo complex, San Jose Brickyard! It was such a smooth and quick process. I highly recommend Tim and Ryan to everyone! They were always available to answer any questions we had, they are such personable and pleasant guys to work with. Thanks so much Tim and Ryan! Marisela & Janie Lopez - Sisters
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell and Tim Paskel are absolute professionals. They gave us amazing advice when it came to VA loan financing for a home in San Jose, which is incredibly hard to find. The advice we received previously was to move to a conventional loan but these guys showed us that we can take advantage of the lower interest rate and other benefits a VA loan offers and still stay competitive. They connected us to a lender / broker who was just amazing. It always felt like Ryan was one step ahead and things were taken care of. We also had a lot of challenges with the sale of our other home and Ryan basically acted as a sounding board to our questions and helped us through an anxious difficult time of selling and buying a new home. I have already referred friends to these guys. Highly recommend these guys! The high ratings and great reviews are not just hype!
Fantastic experience: Ryan was an incredible help during the home search and home buying process. He was always available and very knowledgable about the market, tactics, and options for us. He made the home search and purchase process very smooth, was always one step ahead, and was always suggesting ways to save money and get a better return on our house.
Fantastic experience: I was working with another real estate agent to sell my mother’s house in Santa Barbara after she recently passed away when it became very apparent that they were only interested in how they could make the situation work to their advantage. I contacted the real estate agent who recently sold me my home in Madison Wisconsin, and she put me in touch with Ryan and Tim and boy am I glad she did! Our “virtual” introduction included a 4-page Santa Barbara housing market analysis and an offer to meet with me. A 45-minute Zoom meeting ended up lasting almost 90 minutes. Ryan and Tim were so engaging, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable, it was apparent to me that they would have the best interests of me and my family at heart. They seemed caring, ethical, and professional. From their customized analysis of comparable homes, to meeting Ryan in person and doing a walk through, to recommended repairs, inspections, and minor updates, to working with local businesses and our estate sale company to prep for the open house, to having a 3-day open house, to negotiations with potential buyers, to working with the title company for closing, they proved how hard-working and dedicated they were. They sold the house in less than 3 months at well over list price! I initially had some qualms about going with a real estate broker who was not local and more than 4 ½ hours away, especially since I was in Wisconsin, but I sure didn’t need to. Everything was seamless. Whether it was phone calls, video chats, texts, or emails, Ryan kept me informed of everything that was happening, always answering my questions, and providing pros and cons for any decision I needed to make. If you want to work with someone who will listen to you, who you can trust, and who will get the job done right, you don’t need to look any further than Ryan Nickell.
Fantastic experience: Wow, am I glad I stumbled across Ryan Nickell at an Open House! We were very impressed with how he marketed another property, so we chose him to sell our condo in San Jose. He kept us updated every step of the way so we knew exactly what to expect. Ryan is SUPER responsive, which I appreciated so much! He helped us remodel both bathrooms, and they are STUNNING. This gave us huge ROI, setting a new record with our condo selling well above all others in our complex! There were some worrisome moments with buyers and HOA management not responding as fast as we'd like, but Ryan kept us calm and made sure to keep pushing on all parties, so we closed as fast as possible. I would definitely use Ryan again and absolutely recommend him to all my friends and family selling in San Jose. Thanks a million Ryan, you are THE BEST!!!
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell is truly a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him. Throughout the entire process of selling our home, Ryan kept us informed, walked us through the process and kept us on track. By Ryan doing all the little things and doing them to a higher standard than last year with different representation, it added up to make a big tangible difference when selling my home here in Santa Clara. Eager to move to the California Central Coast, we listed our home with different representation last spring, ultimately taking it off the market three months later, frustrated from not finding a buyer to close. Although in a gorgeous neighborhood, the home has a few quirks, including its lack of a garage and its location bordering a memorial cemetery (a substantial concern for many superstitious buyers from last year.) Nevertheless, Ryan was confident and eager to take on the challenge, because he works with so many sellers and buyers, he knew there was much to love in this home. He crafted a marketing campaign targeting those buyers who value these traits and wouldn't be scared away by the cemetery or other quirks, he had to catch their eye online, attract them to visit the home, and then make a compelling first-time impression in person. He provided a few cost-effective targeted cosmetic renovations, professional staging, and the highest quality photography to help. Despite the fact that mortgage rates were several points higher when we brought the home to market compared to when it was listed last year, making it less affordable for homebuyers, his strategy worked. For example: Staging/Photography: The carefully selected furniture, tasteful decor, and immaculate presentation along with the beautiful photography created an inviting atmosphere that stood out among neighboring homes. Digital Reach: Online, the home received more views and saves than any other for-sale home in Santa Clara. The home quickly achieved and maintained "hot home" status online, a title awarded by the search portals only the most popular listings (based off views, saves, tour requests, and web traffic.) Visitor Traffic/Offers: We welcomed 150+ open house visitors. We received 6 offers (after just a week on the market), and we accepted the best, which was $250k over asking price. Networking and Negotiating skills: In summary, Ryan’s excellent marketing, networking and communication skills with Buyer Agents drew incredible interest in our home and his professional negotiating skills resulted in selling our home quickly and at a price beyond our expectations.
Fantastic experience: Ryan is extremely thorough and knowledgeable. He met the rapid pace of progress that we needed on both the sale and purchase, handled all the details that would have taken us countless hours to sort through by ourselves, and explained everything we needed to know in a concise and clear manner. He found us the best return on investment renovations to make!
Fantastic experience: We are first time home buyers. Ryan and Tim walked us through all of the home buying process including the areas to target along with the pros and cons, the general market outlook, what to look for in homes. They also were also extremely informative about which home cosmetics could be improved with less effort. I highly rate their eye for renovation and home improvement along with their knowledge of what each home is worth. Each home tour with them was a learning experience. Finally, they prioritized us and our home search spending a lot of time on home tours. All of this helped us find and buy our perfect home! They also helped us set up home improvements with amazing contractors.
Fantastic experience: Tim & Ryan have been fantastic real estate agents when we looked for our first property in the area. Having worked with several REA’s internationally, they were by far the best. They took the time to understand our needs and were very prompt on answering in a very detailed fashion on any of our request. We got a lot of value out of their opinions when we were considering certain properties, their insight alone is worth a lot. The purchase process was also very smooth. They certainly have the convincing arguments for sellers to pick your offer while providing adequate information to us fairly new to the process at the time. I’d blindly recommend them and truly mean that they are the best agents we’ve worked with by far.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell was extremely helpful, friendly, professional and knowledgeable. He made our first time home buying process easy and simple. He guided us throughout the whole process and answered all of our questions. He was always on time and made house tours possible even few at last minute notice. We ended up buying in west San Jose with his help. He has been extreme helpful and responsive even after closing. In competitive market like bay area, you need agent like Ryan who you can rely on.
Fantastic experience: I could not recommend working with Ryan Nickell enough. He helped us find our home in the incredibly competitive SF Bay Area market in a very short timeline (less than 2 months) and with a level of support that we did not expect at all when we started looking. Throughout the process, despite being our first home purchase, we never felt lost or uncertain, thanks to their constant support. Ryan and Tim met with us initially to give us an overview of the entire process we were looking at, and went above and beyond expectations to answer our questions, describe details and common pitfalls, identify the areas we should look into given our family's priorities. They never took more than a few hours to answer our questions, and were extremely helpful when we sent them some homes we thought were potential options for us. They provided insights we didn't initially think of, and when we found a home that was a real good option for us, guided us in all the nitty gritty of making an offer. We got our first offer accepted, which was a great relief considering the horror stories of up bidding and months of rejections we've heard from others. Ryan didn't stop there, he helped us find a lender that gave us one full percent lower rate than I had found with the 4 other lenders I pre-qualified with, and even put us in touch with contractors for some work we wanted to do on the house, which turned out to be dependable and capable workers.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell of ROI (Return on Investment) Real Estate was real pleasure to work with and exceptional professional. A single-family house I sold in San Jose generated over 30 bids within a short time thanks to Ryan's improvement recommendations. He was friendly, responsive, setup regular on-line briefings and was an excellent choice for an out-of-state owner like me. Thanks Ryan !
Fantastic experience: Cannot say enough great things about working with Ryan. It was white glove service from beginning to end. Got our dream house below appraisal value, and the process was seamless. Even following the sale he had great advice on remodel ideas and contractors. Would absolutely recommend using him in the future. This is the third house I've bought and by far the best experience I've had.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell did an excellent job in exceeding our expectations in selling our Santa Clara Home. His knowledge of what today's buyers want, ability to see the potential in our home, and design upgrades made it a turn-key haven and contributed to the success of the sale. Additionally, his network of reasonably priced, efficient, and quality-driven contractors, as well as his attention to every detail and daily reporting to us, made the process smoother and less stressful for us. The open house event that Ryan organized, with over 200 potential home buyers, and the 23 offers received at the offer deadline are clear indicators of his enthusiasm and negotiation skills. Overall, Ryan's efforts more than paid for the commission and remodel costs, and we are extremely satisfied with his trusted advice and performance. If anyone is looking for a realtor who can hit it out of the ballpark, Ryan Nickell is a great choice.
Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough good things about Tim and Ryan, but I will offer a few key words that fit: honesty, trust, hardworking, ethical, and ability to close a deal. We recently sold a home in San Jose during a very bad turn in the market. Our options were to continue to rent, sell at a loss or take a chance with an auction process that was non-binding. With Ryan’s help, we went the third route. Ryan did a good job explaining the process and then guided us every step of the way. We actually sold before the auction at a good price equivalent to what we saw last, July time frame. I highly recommend Ryan for selling or buying a home. He has a lot of contacts for all areas you might be concerned about. Best of luck guys and keep up the great work. Dave
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell will be a fantastic person to have on your side when navigating a tough bay area housing market. We got our offer accepted in a competitive bidding situation and Ryan Nickell made the difference and tipped the scale in our favor. We saw a lovely home in San Jose, CA. It was a beautiful 4 Bed 2 bath single family home with views of mountains from the backyard. The sellers received five competing offers on the third day of their listing. And the sellers picked us! Thanks to Ryan’s negotiation skills. We got our offer accepted without raising a penny to our initial offer. Since there were four other competing offers, we could have easily gotten sucked into a bidding war. But Ryan worked his magic and convinced the sellers to pick us :) What separates Ryan from other realtors? 1. Ryan’s empathetic nature along with his impeccable communication skills will win over any human being 2. Competency (He is extremely good at what he does. Delivering R.O.I. to his clients seems to be his passion) 3. ‘Tim and Ryan’ is a 'Realtor- Lawyer' team. So, if you come across any legal hassle during your home purchase, you can rest assured that you are going to get an end to end support If you are a newbie in the bay area market, you can rest assured that Ryan Nickell will have your best interest in mind - You can rely on Ryan Nickell to do the due diligence with the disclosures and provide you with comprehensive analysis and point out red flags if any - You can rely on Ryan Nickell to negotiate on your behalf. He is really good at it! - You can rely on Ryan Nickell to line up lenders that will work hard to provide you best mortgage rate possible. One of our lenders once said, “I want to get you the best rate for you because I want to come through for Ryan” - You can rely on Ryan Nickell to line up contractors and negotiate the best quote for any repair work you may need once you’ve bought a house (Ryan’s contractors delivered quality work at the lowest cost from the quotes we received) - You can rely on Ryan Nickell to walk you through every detail about the house (schooling districts, condition of the house, an estimate of how much it would cost to get the house to where you want it to be, you name it) - Ryan Nickell never pressured us to go above our budget to land an offer. His negotiations with the seller’s agent did most of the work Working with Ryan has been an exceptional experience. I highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience: My husband had met Ryan around 2-3 years ago when he was looking for a house. And then his house search fizzled. And right this year when we were looking for houses together, he thought of him. Ryan had left such an impression on him in that 1 meet that 3 years later when we wanted to buy a house, my husband made sure that we connected with him. And before him we did work with few other realtors, but I think Ryan made all the difference for us where we moved from ‘did not buy a house’ to where we are now to “bought a house”. And it was just fantastic working with Ryan. He knew ins and outs of like what to do, what not to do. He had great connections with other realtors. He gave us great advise and strategy for putting the offer. That's what we believe got our offer accepted at that right price point that we wanted. And cherry on top was that the house got an appraisal for much higher than the price we got it for. Ryan’s communication, persuasion and expertise made all the difference for sure. We couldn't be happier.
Fantastic experience: If you are looking for a home in the south bay, look no further than Ryan. It's REAL competitive down here, and Ryan will do whatever it takes to get you into a beautiful home. And it's not necessarily a huge offer that you need. We spent a few months canvassing homes in Sunnyvale, and Ryan would give us estimates of how much he expected them to sell for. Oftentimes his estimates were much different from the Zestimate or the Redfin estimate ... and each and every time his estimate WAS MORE ACCURATE. He’s very experienced, and is such a fair, honest, and reliable person, that you really need to look no further than him. He always has time for you, and is VERY responsive with texts, calls, emails, etc. We're moving into our new home next week. Can't thank Ryan enough!!!
Fantastic experience: I'm one of those people that rarely write reviews, especially for real estate brokers! However, I'm writing this one because Ryan Nickell and his team truly changed my mind about them. At least this one. I have bought 10 houses over the years, and sold 5. I have never had a good experience with an agent, and never wanted to use one again after a transaction. From dishonest to just lazy I have had them all. I was dreading working with another one, but I did a lot of research and decided to list my house in Cupertino with Ryan Nickell at Real Estate Experts. He did everything he promised and more! He had great recommendations on what needed to be done to the property before listing to get maximum value for my investment. One example was his recommendation that doing a bathroom upgrade would provide a great return on investment. Then he found all the skilled trades people to get the work done in a short amount of time, and even managed all of the work. I'm pretty detail oriented and it took me a bit to realize I could relax as Ryan had it all taken care of. He also did a great job negotiating with the buyers. The result of all of this was he got me a top dollar offer on my property. The closest neighboring home sales at the time were a quarter million less than what Ryan negotiated for mine. This was quite an accomplishment given the market is cooling off with the interest rate hike last spring. I have never had an agent work as hard as he did. They usually do the bare minimum to get their commission. So if you want someone to sell your property and get the most value for it, I highly recommend Ryan. I'm sure he is just as great as a buyer's agent if you have him on your side. If I could give him twice the stars I would. He is amazing!
Fantastic experience: As a seller in Sunnyvale, we were apprehensive to enter the market. Ryan eased away all of our anxiety as he walked us through the process. We knew that our house needed updating, and Ryan was the perfect agent who knew the balance of cost vs. return. He led us through the renovation process to make the ideal updates to make our house competitive in this changing market.
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan are excellent realtors. We have moved here from another state couple years ago. Tim and Ryan helped us understand the Bay Area real estate market well. They were very patient with us when they showed us houses and gave excellent advice for possible remodeling options. I enjoyed listening to Tim passionately talk about the Bay Area real estate market and the stock market. Ryan is a genuinely nice person. He puts his heart and soul into his work and helps his clients find a home that is right for them. He is always super mindful of the return on investment for the houses. It was fun touring houses with Ryan. He is always very pleasant. We were looking for a realtor and found a good friend!
Trisha! We are so thankful our paths crossed and always happy to help our Santa Clara neighbors find a good home and help find that good return-on-investment! - Ryan Nickell
Fantastic experience: Ryan is a closer. He knows his business, has a deep set of resources and is one of the most competent agents I know. He held our hands through the entire process, gave great advice and stayed in contact well after the sale. Ryan is a man of service and works hard for his clients. I learned a lot from Ryan and I would wholeheartedly recommend him to represent any of my friends or family.
Fantastic experience: Ryan and Tim guided us through our first home. We started with limited knowledge of Bay Area market and Ryan and Tim were able to give us confidence in taking this big step by sharing their insights and walking us through the home buying process. After each time we met, they were very timely in getting back to us with next steps which is key in this fast pace market. Their communication was very clear, fact driven, yet creative. We had many criterias for our home, something nearly impossible to find in the market. As we discussed each option, Tim and Ryan would go into great detail on potential remodels, costs, timelines, and effort. With their experience, we were able to more strategically filter options. When we landed on the perfect home, Ryan and Tim worked to provide a good target price for the home based on comparable. During the bidding phase, they were able to effectively negotiate and help us have our lower offer accepted and work contingencies to our benefit! After closing, they’re still very invested in our home and connected us with contractors to prepare the house for our move in. Throughout this process, Ryan and Tim has been amazing to work with. They’re both very professional and personable. We are so grateful for finding them and getting to work with them!
Fantastic experience: If I could give more stars I would! Ryan was an amazing agent. Unlike other agents we have WASTED our time with, Ryan actually has strategies for winning the bidding war. Without him and his team, I do not believe we would have gotten our forever home. He and Tim are VERY knowledgeable in all aspects of the real estate market. They've guided us through the financing process to make us a stronger buyer, helped us devise a plan for winning the bid, and even stuck with us after the sale to assist with the remodeling. Do not waste your time (and opportunity cost) with other agents. Go with this team. They truly earned their well-deserved commission.
Fantastic experience: Ryan is a superstar broker. We bought our house in Silicon Valley only after the third bid during these market conditions and the preference of all sellers for the cash offer. Ryan was honest and very strategic with us. We ended up securing an all-cash offer, which turned out to be lower than the competing financing offers. Thank you so much for this Ryan! The coordination and smoothness of the process were superb, and we look forward to working with you again…
We won, without having to be the highest on price! You can make an all-cash offer, even if you're financing your purchase with a loan. All-cash offers are 3x more likely to win. On average, cash offers can get you a 3% savings.
Thankful this cuteness-overload-family won their new home in Los Gatos with good schools for the kiddos… - Ryan Nickell
Fantastic experience: Ryan puts in work! We all know how crazy the Bay Area housing market can be, where buyers put in countless offers just to get rejected. Ryan managed to get me the very FIRST home I looked at and fell in love with. I found the home by myself and toured it but needed a realtor to move fast and make things happen. Within hours, Ryan walked me through the process, including information about the home, and he put in a well reasoned offer within hours. He strategized with me on how to make the offer to get it accepted. And it did! My entire home search process in the Bay Area took less than a week total. He then worked morning, day, night, and even in the middle of the night to answer my questions fast and to make sure the closing process was moving forward. This included texts and emails I sent him well past 10 pm (sometimes past midnight) that he answered immediately, video calls where he postponed boarding an international flight to talk to me, and more. As a first time homebuyer, I was unfamiliar with the whole process but it was great having Ryan by my side educating me and making sure my inexperience didn’t trip anything up. I’m in my new home now, under these awesome 14 foot ceilings in a renovated living room, writing this review after the process from search to closing took only about a month and it feels great! Thank you, Ryan!
Fantastic experience: He's the best realtor I have worked with, incredibly dedicated to his clients. I've known him for many years and working with him was a pleasure. If I'm ever in the market for another home in the Bay Area, he will be the only person I call. I do not think we would have been successful in the home buying process without his efforts to make sure our offer was accepted.
Fantastic experience: Tim & Ryan are an amazing team! They helped us find a great house in a competitive market, for the price we could afford, and having our offer selected using a VA loan. If that wasn’t enough, Tim and Ryan guided us through some renovations before moving in and continue to keep us informed of the market afterwards. True professionals that will work hard for you as a buyer or seller!
Fantastic experience: To buy a house in the South Bay in these times, you need a something special - that could be in the form of lofty positions at tech firms, or you could just work with Ryan and Tim. I was referred to Ryan and Tim by a colleague of mine, who worked with them for his own house. They describe themselves as people-oriented (Ryan) and ROI-oriented (Tim), and while this is absolutely true, the skills aren't mutually exclusive. Tim and Ryan were super helpful for us in our search of buying a house in the south bay, and helped identify the pros and cons of a house, with possible remodeling changes that could be considered. Both of them were extremely helpful and helped walk us through various processes and issues that we weren't familiar with, being prospective first-time home owners. They also shared some tips on how to make successful offer packages, and thanks to their help, we were able to get our house despite multiple offers, with some of them being full cash offers. In summary, absolutely 5/5 stars for an easy and smooth experience.
Fantastic experience: Ryan & Tim are the best: reliable, communicative, easy-going, and super professional. We found the house of our dreams and they made the process quick, easy, and fun!
Fantastic experience: I went with Tim & Ryan on recommendation from my relatives and fortunate enough to buy my first home with very first offer. Ryan reviewed and provided inputs on several of the Zillow listings and ensured it met my requirements. Although I had only one showing, Ryan & his team were diligent throughout the process from setting up showing, to putting in the offer and getting the home closed on time. The home had tenant at time we put in the offer and Ryan followed up to ensures that tenant had vacated before closing. I would certainly recommend working with Tim & Ryan for clear communication and diligent work in real estate projects.
Fantastic experience: Ryan is awesome! He is very professional, and extremely attentive to your likes and dislikes during your home search. He always does his research on the properties you are interested in. At every showing, he arrives before you and makes a list of Pros and cons of each property, and answers all your questions. When it comes to putting an offer, he knows exactly what the seller is looking for, in order to win the bid. We would not have been able to purchase a home this year, if it wasn't for Ryan & Tim. Thanks guys!
Fantastic experience: I stayed in one of their airbnbs. The place was clean, high quality and exactly as advertised. Great response time and very professional.
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Tim and Ryan to anyone who's looking for a buyer's agent in the bay area! They are very knowledgeable about the area, and their pricing strategy also worked really well for us. Very nice people. Definitely easy to work with. Just a little tip, if you reach out to them by scheduling a meeting on their website, be sure to watch your junk mail in case they reach out. That's the only glitch that we had in the entire process.
Fantastic experience: I could not have asked for a better realtor experience than I got working with Ryan and his team! During my initial conversation with Ryan, I explained that my goal was to maximize my ROI on the property and that I was willing to invest in improvements that could help with that goal. Ryan walked me through comps for other houses in my neighborhood and helped level set what he thought the house could command from buyers, given current market conditions. After we entered into a relationship, Ryan's team sprang into action! He did some initial visits to my house with his designer to get a feel for the property and take inventory of the work we would need to do to maximize ROI. With Ryan, you are not just getting a kickass realtor but also an entire network of capable and affordable professionals. Whether I needed contractors, landscapers, or handymen, Ryan always had someone he could call to get the job done! The results were nothing short of amazing! The house sold in record time in just a few days- Ryan kept in on the market long enough for the tons of buyers we attracted to see it. It ultimately received 31 offers and set a neighborhood record by a long shot, commanding a sale price above comparable homes in the neighborhood with more square footage and a record $1,000 per square foot! We had two appraisals before going to market and we got more than a quarter-million higher than both! I was juggling multiple life changes during this time, but Ryan made the whole experience easy and stress-free. He was always available to answer questions and brainstorm, and he felt like a true partner throughout the process. Thanks for everything, Ryan! #ROI
Fantastic experience: I connected with Ryan through my sister who recently bought her house. Ryan helped me to buy my condo. I am very happy with it. He is a professional with strong knowledge of the local market. He guided me through all the details that I need to focus on in the process. Answered all the questions that I had. It was a smooth transaction and pleasant experience. I defiantly will recommend Ryan to my friends and colleges
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing experience! We were lucky to have connected with Ryan and Tim. It's been a great journey working with them. They have always been supportive, available and helpful throughout. We were able to connect very well with them. After initial few meetings, Ryan was able to read our minds in regards to our likes and dislikes :) It was like having another us, helping us decide what we want! We would go to them with the listings we like and they would share their accurately valuable expert advise, helping us save time in choosing. Ryan was always patient and attentive in all our meetings. He ensured our applications were always perfect and on time. Words would probably be less to express our excellent journey with Ryan and Tim! If wasn't for them, we would still not be proud homeowners! But for those reading this, be rest assured that with Ryan and Tim you are with THE best!
Fantastic experience: We worked with Ryan for several months trying to find and purchase our first home. Ryan expertly helped us navigate the difficult process of house hunting even during the pandemic when open houses were not a luxury we had available to us. Ryan is super responsive and jumped through all sorts of hoops to help get us a home we really wanted for a very good price. We will definitely be looking to work with Ryan again in the future, and we will be recommending him to our family and friends.
Fantastic experience: As a first time buyers we were really confused, scared about the whole home buying process but Ryan was extremely helpful, open, transparent, and reliable through the whole process. He was always available to answer our questions and to show us the house any time we asked for. Ryan is absolutely wonderful to work with. It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. He really care about his clients.
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell is legitimately the best realtor I have ever worked with. My family and I aren't entirely new to the real estate game, so we've dealt with a couple real estate agents in the past, but since working with Ryan, I don't see how we could ever work with anyone else again because the bar is now set at an incredible level. Let me just say that buying a house in 2021 is no joke and if you are in the position to be looking, consider yourself extremely lucky. The market is insane! Throughout the whole process though, Ryan put my family and I at ease. In addition to the crazy market conditions, I had planned to use my VA loan for the home purchase. In such a hot market, most realtors try to steer veterans away from using this amazing benefit that they've earned. Ryan and his team are super knowledgeable about the ins and outs of the VA loan process and thanks to his network, we were able to do a 21 DAY CLOSE WITH A VA LOAN on a property that had some section 1 damage. We even got to move up the close date from the initial expectation. Even after closing, Ryan opened up his network to us for one of the best general electricians in the area who rewired the whole house and made modifications and completed it all before our original close date! I have friends who've made offers on almost a dozen houses before finally getting accepted. My wife and I were prepared for the long haul going into this adventure, but thanks to Ryan with his market expertise and negotiation skills, the second house we made an offer on got accepted, and we weren't even the top offer. My family and I can't thank Ryan, our real estate coach (as I like to think of him), enough for helping us to find our forever-home and we want to spread the word through this review so others can benefit as well. Good luck and happy house hunting.
Fantastic experience: Ryan sold my house at the local record price. He handled every details of the process with highly professionalism so that I've been worry-free throughout. His broad local knowledge, extensive experience and outstanding negotiation skills definitely qualify him to be the top agent!
Fantastic experience: Ryan Nickell, my real estate agent who helped me purchase my first home, was a partner who I would recommend to anyone looking to buy a house. If I could give him a higher rating than 5 out of 5 stars, I would do it in a heartbeat. Throughout the entire process, I felt supported in every way I could have asked for; and especially want to highlight the response time/availability Ryan had for me and the genuine desire to help me find the best home for me. Ryan was always readily available for questions and tours, proactively provided listings that matched my search criteria, and making offers on any property I was interested in; but I never felt any pressure to rush a decision, offer on a property I was not in love with, or over offer to boost any commission. Whenever I found a house listing online, Ryan quickly responded and was able to get me into the house at my first availability. Ryan recognizes the competitive and time-sensitive nature of the house market in the Bay Area and made every effort to ensure that I had the opportunities to see and offer on any house that caught my attention. Additionally, throughout this effort, at no point did I ever feel rushed or pressured into anything. Ryan also remained readily in contact and engaged with me all throughout escrow and the closing process; at every point during of my home search and buying process, I felt supported by Ryan and truly felt I had someone on my team representing my best interests. Altogether, Ryan Nickell made my first home purchase as easy and smooth as I could have ever hoped for; and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to buy a new home.
Fantastic experience: Working with Ryan was awesome. I completed my entire search process in a week with Ryan. He went to bat when we hit road bumps in the closing process and made sure we got the deal done! I'll 100% choose Ryan on my next purchase or sale!
Fantastic experience: A friend of ours suggested Tim and Ryan, to help us buy our first home in the crazy SF bay area. We did meet other realtors but were never completely sure with them. We had an excellent experience with Tim and Ryan and would definitely recommend them to friends. Ryan was super responsive, knowledgeable, was always available throughout the process. He is just so passionate, enthusiastic and informed about the real estate market that it definitely shows in his work. They were never pushy, always listened and made sure everything was crystal clear during the entire process and helped us make a good decision. Ryan looked at different neighborhoods all across the bay area with us over 2 weekends and helped us zero in on our desired ones. We were ready to move quickly and Ryan was always on top of things and had an open line of communication with the seller agents of the properties we were interested in. He also made sure our offer had an edge to make us stand apart from other offers. Don't think we would have found our new home within a month, if not for Ryan.
Fantastic experience: I became a client of Tim & Ryan after a colleague referred Ryan and his team. They represented my wife and I in buying our first home in California. But I feel like "client" is a misnomer. Make no mistake about it - the real estate market in the SF Bay is tough, ultra competitive and requires current and ever-evolving skill to stay on top of it. Tim & Ryan make it look easy. There is no better way to say it - they just make it look easy. More so - I never felt like I had an "agent". It was like I had a good friend who happened to be a Real Estate Ninja and helped me out. I could go on, but it's simple - you won't find a better Team. Tim & Ryan's abilities and services extend beyond their personal abilities but also to the relationships and vetted network built and extended to my wife and I. A team you can trust without reservation - and if you are looking for a home, also fantastic realtors. We purchased our house almost 2 years ago now, and I still count on Ryan as my go to for anything Renovation, Market or Real Estate insight related.
Fantastic experience: First and foremost, thank you for helping us buy our first home! Tim and Ryan are experts in the real estate business, and I have no reservations recommending them to anyone looking to purchase a home. Tim and Ryan were flexible in scheduling around our busy work schedules to coordinate various meetings from discussing the buying process in-person, to showing us houses outside of open house hours, to conference calls to answer questions as they came up. Tim and Ryan are a wealth of knowledge that made us feel comfortable every step of the way from seeing houses, to understanding loan paperwork, to closing. Their expertise, professionalism and personability are unmatched in this industry. Even after closing, we still maintain contact as they have a tried and true list of contractors and handymen. They even give us recommendations on leisurely activities around our neighborhood! 5/5 stars, 10/10, A+. Whatever your metric, Tim and Ryan exceeded our expectations and we would not hesitate to recommend them
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan have completely surpassed our expectations for what a real estate agent should be. They spent quality time to walk us through every step of the home buying process. Their endless knowledge and experience were incredibly helpful when negotiating with lenders to negotiating price. They are true professionals, have great frequent communication, and are full of advice which helped navigate the bay area market. We'll be recommending them to everyone we know.
Fantastic experience: I just got new house because of Ryan Nickell He is very professional and very supportive especially, he provide very fast feedback And also he has deep knowledge about this industry and very good negotiator. That's why i was so happy to work with him
Fantastic experience: My husband and I were overwhelmed as we began the homebuying process for our first home in CA. We had met with another realtor team, and although the experience was fine, we just still felt uneasy. All of that changed when we connected with Ryan and Tim. The first time I called, it was unscheduled, and Tim spent an hour on the phone with me out of his busy day going over all of my questions in detail, never rushing me, and offering sound guidance without being pushy. Once we began looking at houses with Ryan, it was the same great experience. His enthusiasm for the real estate industry is evident, and he made sure to share his passion with us. We were ready to move fast, and Ryan made it happen. We saw numerous houses in one weekend - some that we wanted to see, and others that he recommended - and learned so much. He consistently brought house below our budget, and we ended up buying one well below what we expected to spend. Ryan had a clear strategy when it came to making our offer, he was quick to connect with the selling agent, even when we weren't certain were were going to make an offer, and he ensured that offer stood out and was strategically presented to give us the edge. It worked! We found the perfect home after only a week, and we are still amazed at how quickly Ryan brought it all together. He stuck with us through the entire closing process, and made sure everything moved smoothly. Home-buying can be so stressful, but honestly - it was incredibly easy with Ryan and Tim guiding our process. When we are ready for our next home, there is no question that we will ask Ryan and Tim to take care of that one, too. They are both outstanding!
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan are by far the best real estate agents whom I have worked with. They are extremely knowledgeable about the area and very responsive to all my inquiries. Since we were new to the area, they spent a lot of time to show us different neighborhoods and understand my family's preferences. They are not only agents but trusted friends. They talked us out of a few houses when we were about to make some irrational decisions. They helped us win the bidding without overpaying. Ryan even drove 1.5 hours each way to hand deliver the closing documents so we could close on time. They also helped us throughout the remodel process! Look no further when you need an excellent agent in the Santa Clara county!
Fantastic experience: Tim and Ryan, Santa Clara agents, offered valuable help in the purchase of my new home. I found them knowledgeable, sincere and honest. They helped me to prepare a winning offer under a very tight time schedule. We were competing in a multiple offer situation, and our offer was accepted. Everyone was amazed that the house is appraised for $300K over the price I purchased. Tim and Ryan also offer excellent support after we close the transaction. I would highly recommend them
Fantastic experience: My Santa Clara real estate agents, Tim and Ryan, helped me purchase my investment property. They are very helpful, knowledgeable, excellent communicators, and genuine. They helped me find a significantly below market home. We highly recommend Tim and Ryan as your realtor team of choice!
Thank you Ji, you are certainly a pleasure to work with and we enjoy sharing investment advice and negotiating on your behalf!
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