Residential real estate serving buyers and sellers from Richmond to Oakland. My goal is to consistently exceed expectations. I approach my real estate practice with a commitment to tailor my recommendations to each client's specific needs. I will focus on discovering what is critical to you in your transaction, and do whatever it takes to achieve your goals, with the unlikely combination of unwavering calm and unyielding persistence. I will make sure you feel fully informed before making decisions. I will tell you the truth even when it may be difficult to hear. I will ok diligently in your best interests at all time. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you.
Anita and Maria love their careers in Real Estate and take pride in ensuring their clients expectations are exceeded serving Oakland, Berkeley, Albany, Piedmont, El Cerrito and Alameda.
Real estate sales and property management.
The Parker George Team at Compass is a full-service real estate team serving Berkeley, Albany, Kensington, El Cerrito, Oakland, and Piedmont. We help buyers and sellers make confident decisions with clear guidance, local market expertise, and a highly organized process from consultation to closing. We specialize in: - East Bay residential real estate — single-family homes, condos, and neighborhood-specific insights - Buyer representation — first-time buyers, move-up buyers, and clients relocating to the Bay Area - Seller representation — customized pricing strategies, home preparation, staging coordination, and high-quality marketing - Accurate market analysis — data-driven evaluations, neighborhood trends, and strategic positioning - Full transaction management — negotiation, timelines, disclosures, and support through every step What clients appreciate most is our local knowledge, our clear communication, and a process that makes buying or selling feel manageable, even in a competitive market. We partner with trusted inspectors, lenders, stagers, and contractors to ensure a smooth experience from start to finish. If you’re looking for a real estate team that combines neighborhood expertise, personalized service, and a modern approach to East Bay real estate, we’re here to help.
Marilyn Garcia, PhD — REALTOR® (License #01355514). Marilyn Garcia, PhD — REALTOR® (License #01355514). Marilyn helps Berkeley-area homeowners and buyers make smarter decisions — and get better outcomes. For sellers, she combines detailed property evaluation with data-driven pricing to position homes for competitive demand and the strongest possible outcome. She advises on which improvements are worth making, which aren't, and how to achieve the highest credible price with strong, clean terms. From early planning through launch — inspections, preparation, marketing, and coordination — she manages every detail through a trusted professional network so nothing falls through the cracks. She works with buyers by offering candid, analytical assessments of homes, helping them interpret disclosures, evaluate condition, and determine what a property is truly worth — particularly important in Berkeley, where disclosure packages are dense and condition issues are common in older housing stock. Clients often note that her pricing guidance is more reliable than automated estimates, helping buyers set a strong, informed offer strategy without overpaying. She is known for being highly responsive, straightforward, and easy to work with — clients say they feel comfortable asking any question, at any stage. Thinking about buying or selling in the Berkeley area? Reach out to Marilyn for a clear, data-driven perspective on value, condition, and strategy.
Whether you're looking for your family's first home or the one you'll retire in, you need to make sure you've found the right one. Since 1986, Rayne Palmer has been making dream homes a reality in the East Bay and has had experience with just about every kind of residential and residential income real estate transaction there is. Connecting with her clients on a personal level, she takes the time to truly understand her clients' needs, ensures that they're met throughout the process, and uses the latest technology to market homes to the right buyers. It's how she's been forming lasting relationships with her clients, lenders, and contractors for more than three decades. This network may allow you to prepare your home for sale without any upfront costs. Work with Rayne, and save yourself valuable time with expert advice in finding the perfect home.
We understand that when it comes to buying a home, various issues can arise. From economic, emotional, marital, educational, legal, and occasionally moral. With what my clients have called "refreshing candor", my team and I demystify the real estate process and help align a client's goals, dreams and budget. And with our lower commissions, we are sensitive to cost and deliver a great value. We represent buyers and sellers of homes and income properties in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, Kensington, Oakland and Piedmont. We leave "no stone unturned" in providing the most diligent, knowledgeable, friendly, patient and economical service possible. For sellers and buyers, we provide a commitment of service unmatched in the industry.
