Jade Talbot

★★★★★
"After working with them off and on for nearly 3 years, my husband and I finally found a home that fit what we were looking for. Paul negotiated a price that was less than asking (nearly unheard of out here) and helped us through a drawn out escrow (due to the shelter-in-place order). I highly recommend Paul and Jade. " - Mollie

★★★★★
"Jade and Paul helped us find our perfect first home! They are a true dynamic duo - knowledgeable, professional and caring. Understood what we wanted and went above and beyond to make it come true. Grateful to have found their services and highly recommend them to any East Bay home buyers. " - Vincent

★★★★★
"Jade and Paul made our home buying process so enjoyable! As first time home buyers, we were nervous about entering a highly competitive market. But after sharing what we were looking for, they were able to give us greater insight and helped us strategize for our search. They understood our needs and used their expertise to guide us through the process. We were initially prepared to spend 3-6 months searching but with Jade and Paul’s help, we were able to find our house and close escrow in a little over a month! And despite all of the Covid restrictions, Jade created convenient itineraries for our weekend home tours, even adding properties that were not listed yet. When we found our house, they counseled us on the importance of creating a strong, clean offer while keeping in mind our personal and financial needs. They’ve also been available for helping us through our kitchen and bathroom renovation even after we closed with recommendations for contractors and design options. It’s clear they have a deep understanding of the local market and love for this work. We could not be happier with our experience working with them and with our new home! " - Clarissa

★★★★★
"We connected with Jade and Paul through a recommendation from another realtor, we were looking to sell a piece of land and these guys had a some experience working with land. For anyone that doesn’t know, selling a lot of land is a stranger of a process than a home, and it takes far longer to work through it. I can’t say enough good things about the method and mechanics and design of Jade and Paul’s strategy. I can’t say enough great things about their communication. I don’t even have the words for their positivity and drive. They created a clearly laid out plan, with a schedule for consistent updates with us, they communicated clearly about interest and inquiries, and ultimately sorted out an incredibly smooth closing. They’re experts at social media based marketing and create fantastic and interesting content that really does drive views clicks and conversations. Lastly, they’re simply good people. I would be happy and proud to recommend Jade and Paul to anyone looking for a modern realtor! " - Ryan

★★★★★
"At the beginning of 2021, as we began contemplating selling our home, postcards from the Talbot Team started appearing in our mailbox showing a number of successful sales in our San Leandro neighborhood. Many of these listed sale prices that seemed almost too good to be true. Plus, Jade and Paul touted alternative approaches to the standard move out, stage, show for two weeks, and review offers. Since we have a young child, the prospect of minimizing disruption both on the sell-side and the eventual buy-side were very attractive. So we figured we might as well see what the story was behind their listings, and added Talbot Team to the list of realtors we met with before selling our home.Meeting with Jade and Paul in person reinforced our impression that they were attuned to our particular needs and desires, and well-suited to sell our house in this market and in our San Leandro neighborhood in particular. They asked all the right questions to gain the information they needed to set up the sale and market the house, but without being overly intrusive or pushy about anything. They reassured us by repeatedly saying that if things got too hectic, we could always hit pause on the sale and revisit later in the year. Even if real estate agents are ultimately in the business of selling houses, it was nice to hear that we would stay in the driver's seat of the process. After an in-person meeting, a few calls and Zooms, it was clear that Jade and Paul would work hard to get the home sold in the most efficient and fruitful way possible. Jade in particular had an intuitive sense that we wanted to move quickly, and she immediately matched that by laying out a rapid, but entirely doable sale schedule. We signed on with Talbot Team enthusiastically. When the local sales market started to take off as we were prepping the home, Jade and Paul proposed a shift in sale strategy that turned out to be prescient and very sensitive to the micro-movements in the pace of local sales. And even though it required some last-minute changes on our end, the Talbots were very transparent in presenting the potential upsides along with the downsides of going for full market exposure.

In the end, in the space of one month, we had gone from meeting the Talbots for the first time to having over a dozen offers to choose from---really impressive! Don't get me wrong, selling on that timetable required a lot of effort by us as the sellers, but Jade, Paul, and Stevie put tremendous effort of their own to get the house ready to show and securing dozens of showing and a set of multiple strong offers. From consulting on self-staging and design choices, advising on vendors, navigating the complicated sales contracts, and even supplying some last-minute decor, Talbot Team were dedicated to getting us our best outcome throughout. (Also, these guys are all over the little things that make it easier, like an ongoing SMS text thread, shared Google Drive folders, and stopping by to deliver/pick-up keys and so on.) In the end, we were very pleased with the sale process, and highly doubt we would've ended up where we did without the energy and work Talbot Team put into our home. After selling, we turned immediately to the buy-side, working more closely with Paul and Stevie. To be honest, in our experience, most Bay Area buy-side effort is put in by the buyers themselves, but Paul was ready with crucial inside info on what price buyers were looking for on particular properties, what certain restorations costs would be, what the drawbacks and benefits of various neighborhoods were, and helpful suggestions on the appropriate range of offer amounts when a list price was deliberately low. Happily, as buyers, we didn't get as much time to work with the Talbots as we expected, since we had an offer accepted in Oakland in our first week shopping, but the experience of getting under contract was smooth and easy. As a final note, for buyers or sellers in San Leandro: Jade and Paul are members of the community who are invested in the city and its neighborhoods and care about it as a great place to live. If you are buying or selling here, I would put them at the top of your list! " - Andrew

★★★★★
"This is a triple five stars team! Absolutely fantastic execution and smooth transaction. We completely trusted Jade and Paul to run sale of our house and they delivered. We didn't have to move a finger. Everything was organized and coordinated by Talbot Team. Every step of the process was explained and key decisions were talked through. In our chaotic lives - this was unforgettable experience and a reminder on how things should be. An excellent service and execution! Thank you Talbot team!  
" - Jeff & Greg

★★★★★
"Jade and Paul helped us find our perfect first home! They are a true dynamic duo - knowledgeable, professional and caring. Understood what we wanted and went above and beyond to make it come true. Grateful to have found their services and highly recommend them to any East Bay home buyers. " - Vincent

★★★★★
"We reached out to Paul and Jade when we were interested in selling our home in East Richmond Heights. We had previously been working with a different realtor but felt that their communication and marketing strategies were lacking. Working with the Talbot team was a breath of fresh air. They are attentive and happy to answer all questions which was especially helpful for us since it was our first time selling a house. Their marketing strategies are current and specialize in digital/social tactics which is so important in the current real estate market. I would highly recommend Jade and Paul to anyone looking to purchase or sell a home. They go above and beyond for their clients. Most importantly, they are great people that are interested in spreading positivity and doing business the right way. 
" - Sam

★★★★★
"I cannot recommend the Talbot Team enough. They have been so amazing throughout the entire process of selling our house, and they have made something that is inherently stressful and anxiety-inducing easier than I ever could have imagined. We decided to sell our home in Oakland and relocate to Southern California during the very uncertain period of Covid quarantine, and Jade and Paul guided us expertly through the process in a way that made us feel comfortable and safe. They were always available to give us their advice and guidance (they continue to do this even after our sale closed), and it is clear that they both love what they do. On top of all of this, they are wonderful people to be around. If you're looking to buy or sell a home in the Bay Area, do yourself a favor and work with Paul and Jade. " - James R.

★★★★★
"We sold our Oakland home in Dec 2020 with jade and paul and couldn't have been happier with the experience. That's not an overstatement. We have two young kids and I needed to keep working even while we were going through the big process of listing and selling out home. Additionally, we needed the money from the sale of our current home to purchase our new home. Jade and paul took all of that onto account and then recommended what turned out to be a perfect solution for us; we listed out home off market, just among other agents. Jade came over and (in a covid safe way) made recommendations of what tweaks we should make to our home decor and layout. She has great eye; it looked so much better after we implemented her advice! But other than those smal changes we didn't have to do anything; no staging, no moving out. We had only four showings and two of them made offers. So there was very minimal disruption to our crazy lives. We got more than we were asking for (and Paul and Jade had predicted we would and encouraged us to shoot for) and the buyers agreed to our request of a two month rent back. This last part was key as it gave us time to find a new home in southern CA. We couldn't have done any of this without Paul and Jade's expert help. On top of all that, they have continued to be a resource to us as we've looked for our new home. Theyre not officially out agents anymore, but they're such good people and love this work so much, that they continue to be a source of guidance. Seriously if you're looking to buy or sell a home in the east bay, work with these guys! " - Ellie C.

★★★★★
"I can't say enough good things about working with Jade and Paul. I met Paul during a volunteer parent workday at our kids' preschool and he seemed like a real lovely, committed, and generous guy. So when we decided to move, I figured I'd take a meeting. And I'm so glad I did! I've worked with a few realtors over the last decade and I always felt I was being manipulated or ignored or that they just really didn't know what they were doing. Jade and Paul, maybe because they're young, tech savvy, and not yet bored and jaded, were just amazing. They knew everything, from the financing to the inspections to what upgrades to prioritize and why. It was just great. So great. We'll definitely miss you guys. " - Sasha M.

★★★★★
"My wife and I couldn't have asked for better support throughout our housing search. After working with another agent in the area that we felt didn't quite have the time for us, we found working with Paul and Jade to be quite the opposite. They actually care about their clients, and from what we can tell, end up being real friends with most of them. The housing market in the Bay Area is wild, but they know how to navigate it and provide the emotional support and perspective to keep at it while looking out for your best interests. Paul is super knowledgeable about construction and home improvements and Jade has a keen eye for design, and they're both just solid, nice humans. We ended up in a bit of sticky situation (entirely mine and my wife's fault) and Paul walked us through to a resolution like a pro. Feel free to end your search for agents here and hit them up! " - Kevin K.

★★★★★
"AWESOME, EXTRAORDINARY, ETHICAL, GIFTED, EXCELLENT COMMUNICATORS!!!!!! They should be a required role model for the entire industry! With Jade and Paul I felt that I really had advocates who had my very best interests as a very high priority. What more could you want from real estate agents? Not much more, yet they surpassed my wildest expectations with their knowledge and kindness. They worked so hard and made me feel as though I was their only client , they tended to my every question and anxiety, as well as, respecting my input and educating me on the house selling process. All details were attended to and all legalities followed precisely so that the transaction of selling went smoothly for both buyer and seller. As you can see, I can't say enough good things about Jade and Paul and I will remember them always. Thank you Jade and Paul. Don't hesitate to contact them-- You WON'T be sorry. " - Oona A.

★★★★★
"Jade and Paul helped me sell my first home. They guided me through the process and were always quick to respond to all my questions and concerns. They are very knowledgeable in all aspects of selling a home including aesthetics and also how to address any structural issues. They advised me on what parts of the house to focus on to get the most return. They know what appeals to today’s buyers and will help you get top dollar for your home. I would definitely use Paul and Jade again in the future. " - Rachel T.

★★★★★
"When we wanted to take a wild leap and sell our condo and buy a new construction home during a pandemic, we turned to Jade and Paul Talbot. Paul had helped us buy our Oakland condo five years ago, and we'd kept in touch and been impressed with their East Bay real estate expertise and marketing savvy. We were unsure about buying and selling during COVID, but once we spoke to Paul and Jade and saw how nimbly they'd adapted - including following all safety protocols, creating high-quality virtual home tours, and scheduling private showings - we knew we'd be in good hands. When we first decided to move, Paul and Jade helped us understand the tricky market and patiently worked with us as we figured out exactly what we were looking for. When we found the home we wanted to buy, Paul was right there, connecting us with an incredible lender and helping us quickly put in a strong offer, which was accepted! Paul had experience buying new construction and set our expectations so we were not surprised when there were delays. While we waited for the new house to be built, we worked with Jade and Paul to sell the condo we were living in. After extensive strategizing, we decided to put our condo for sale off-market so we could both continue living in it while the new house was under construction and save on staging + property prep costs. Paul and Jade advised us on how to prep our condo for sale, including connecting us with a wonderful handyman who landscaped our front yard and did some cosmetic touch-ups inside for a reasonable price. Jade arranged a lovely photo shoot and marketed the condo as a "private exclusive" with a transparent price through Compass. They leveraged their extensive network to arrange several private showings, and within days we accepted an offer significantly over the list price, which we were thrilled with. Paul and Jade skillfully negotiated a longer rent-back period so we could stay in the condo until our new home was ready. It was a tight timeline to get the condo listed and sold, and Paul and Jade adeptly managed the process from listing to close of escrow without any hiccups. We are so grateful to have worked with Paul and Jade and had such a smooth and successful buying/selling process, including lots of laughs along the way. Paul and Jade are not only knowledgeable and strategic realtors, but also patient, compassionate, and kind humans who care deeply about their community. We highly recommend the Talbot Team! " - Kelsea M.

★★★★★
"We reached out to Paul and Jade when we were interested in selling our home in East Richmond Heights. We had previously been working with a different realtor but felt that their communication and marketing strategies were lacking. Working with the Talbot team was a breath of fresh air. They are attentive and happy to answer all questions which was especially helpful for us since it was our first time selling a house. Their marketing strategies are current and specialize in digital/social tactics which is so important in the current real estate market. I would highly recommend Jade and Paul to anyone looking to purchase or sell a home. They go above and beyond for their clients. Most importantly, they are great people that are interested in spreading positivity and doing business the right way. " - Sam A.

★★★★★
"My partner and I recently purchased our first home with the help of Jade and Paul. As first time home-buyers, we had so many questions about the process. Jade and Paul always welcomed our questions, gave us detailed answers, and were supportive throughout the home-buying process. With their expertise, we went from being curious about buying a home to closing in less than two months! It was a pleasure working with them and we highly recommend them. " - Alyssa P.

★★★★★
"Jade was a pleasure to work with. She is an amazing Real Estate agent. She and her Talbot team did an excellent job for us. They managed to market and sell our house even during these trying Covid19 times which was amazing. Nothing stoped her perseverance to get the job done, which was so appreciated. You are getting a very special agent here. We highly recommend her. " - Barbara M.

★★★★★
"To say that Jade and Paul were integral to our first home purchase would be an understatement. They were the first realtors that we consulted, and we knew right away that they would be reliable, thoughtful, and genuine guides throughout this daunting process. My husband and I were also first-time buyers and had so many questions, but Jade and Paul were patient every step of the way, answering each of our texts and emails with thorough explanation, going above and beyond each time. They are experts in their field, and most importantly, they are incredible individuals/partners/parents. We were so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with them, and we certainly look forward to working with them again. Thank you, guys! " - Aram K.