Arrian@PaytonBinnings.com
415.830.2384
BRE# 01811368
If you’re buying, Arrian Binnings can protect you from overpaying; if you’re selling, he can help you arrive at a price that will bring the best offers in the shortest amount of time.
That’s because Arrian built and operated a successful real estate appraisal business for four years before becoming a licensed Realtor. But it was his passion for people and creative problem solving that led him to switch careers, moving from the appraisal side to the transaction side of real estate.
Arrian prides himself on being what he calls a market scholar—someone who continually studies the macro trends and micro markets unique to San Francisco and Marin so that he can offer his clients meaningful, useful insights. But he also realizes that assessing price—and real estate in general—is as much art as it is science. While he’s known to create detailed spreadsheets for his clients, he’s just as likely to rely on instinct and experience when it comes to advising clients on a given deal’s strategic opportunities and potential pitfalls.
415.586.6003
NMLS ID: 243438
Here is what you need to know about me:
I have been in the mortgage industry for over 25 years. I am a licensed mortgage loan originator and have had intensive training that goes well beyond state and federal requirements. You need to feel confident that you’re working with the best. I have been nationally recognized as one of the top 1% of Mortgage Loan originators in the U.S. I take pride in providing high-quality service and a seamless loan experience.
Getting a mortgage is like putting together a puzzle, and there is never a one-size-fits-all solution. I love pulling all the pieces together, researching the best possible loan program that meets a borrower’s needs, and walking them through the process. I provide my clients the transparency and smart loan options they need to consider in order to make an informed financing decision. As a licensed mortgage banker, I am able to shop the nation’s top lenders to obtain the most competitive loan program in order to save my client’s time and money.
I feel it’s never too early to start the conversation. Whether you are considering purchasing your first home, or a move up home for a growing family, or looking to buy a weekend house or investment property, I can help you craft the game plan needed to achieve your financing goals. Let’s get the conversation started.
415.516.0286
dennis@dennisotto.com
BRE#: 01376767
From single-family homes to multiunit buildings, Dennis has an extensive first-hand understanding of all elements of a successful real estate purchase or sale. The renovation, improvement, and marketing of his own properties have given him the personal experience, knowledge, and insight to ensure that his clients are well-represented. Prior to joining Compass, Dennis was one of Pacific Union’s top-producing real estate professionals. He serves to deepen his experience and broaden his knowledge of the dynamic San Francisco real estate market.
Despite this keen understanding of the economics of a transaction, Dennis also understands that real estate is about much more than that. As a result, he provides homebuyers with the guidance and insight to identify the properties that meet all of their many needs. For sellers, he develops comprehensive, effective, and multidimensional marketing program for properties – appealing to buyers on multiple levels.
Above all, however, Dennis understands the imperative of client service. Your best interests are his best interests – and you can count on him throughout every step of a transaction. His many referrals and references only underscore this exceptional commitment and service to his clients.
415.377.3726
BRE# 01300017
Frank Nolan is the top selling agent and the Vice President of Vanguard Properties, a boutique real estate firm specializing in residential real estate. Frank has established an impressive sales record since joining Vanguard in 2000 with over $750 million in sales. Frank has extensive sales experience in traditional real estate sales, new construction and resale’s throughout the city’s most popular neighborhoods, including Mission Dolores, Castro, Noe Valley, SOMA, NOPA, Hayes Valley, Pacific Heights, Russian Hill and Presidio Heights. Since 2004, Frank has been a top sales producer at Vanguard, and ranks in the top tier of agents citywide.
His experience working with developers has given Frank a strong understanding of design, construction, and how to get things done with the city. Whether it’s a new condominium community, a tenancy in common, or a family house, Frank understands the value of the property and how to guide buyers and sellers through the sales process. Buying a home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make---Frank is keenly aware of this and will help you through every step of the way.
Frank moved to San Francisco after graduating from the University of Chicago, with a degree in East Asian Languages and Civilizations. He spent part of his studies in Japan to learn the language and graduated with honors from an intensive language program at Nanzan University in Nagoya, Japan..
In 2010, Frank developed the Nolan Group, a team of four real estate professionals that have served over 300 clients. This collaborative team ensures that all of Frank’s clients get the care and attention they need as they make the crucial decision of buying their new home.
Frank spends his down time training for triathlons, with his partner, family and their French bull dog, often in Dolores Park.
John@House-SF.com
415.515.9211
BRE# 01335382
John Farnham, owner-broker of houseSF, has more than 16 years' experience as a licensed real estate agent in San Francisco. During that time, he's participated in more than 700 transactions, representing over $750,000,000 in sales of multi-unit, single family, commercial, new construction, condominium, and tenancy-in-common projects. John is consistently recognized as a Top Producer, and is regularly one of the top-ranked San Francisco agents both in number of transactions and total dollar volume.
As one of the hardest working realtors in San Francisco, John is equally enthusiastic whether he's representing buyers or sellers.
A Personal Passion for Redevelopment and Renovation
Property owners, as well as real estate professionals, rely on John as a trusted advisor when considering redevelopment or renovation projects. A creative visionary with a talent for design and layout, John is skilled in seeing the highest and best use of a property - as well as potential for improvement and future value.
Having personally converted multiple apartment buildings into condominiums, John is a respected subject matter expert in TICs. In fact, John ranked #1 in TIC sales for the City from 2005 through 2010. He also specializes in the thoughtful modernization of Edwardian and Victorian homes - and is held in high-esteem for the stunning results of his contribution to vintage renovations.
A Near-encyclopedic Knowledge of San Francisco
There are many people who are passionate about the City by the Bay. But nobody is as enthusiastic about the SF real estate market as John Farnham. For him, houseSF is not about current property values or making the next sale. It's about getting to know everyone involved - the buyers, the sellers, the other agents. Building respectful relationships. Making the right connections. And sharing his near-encyclopedic knowledge of San Francisco with anyone who needs it.
John Kirtland
Coldwell Banker
415-606-9554
BRE# 01346277
A Stanford undergraduate with an MBA from UCLA's Anderson School, John & his first-class support team have the resources and in-depth market knowledge needed to insure that clients successfully reach their real estate goals. He has vast experience representing both buyers & sellers of fine homes throughout San Francisco, including prestigious single family houses in Pacific & Presidio Heights; luxury high-rise condominiums atop Russian Hill & South of Market; new construction condominiums & lofts in the trendy Hayes Valley & Mission neighborhoods; and Marina-style homes in family-friendly Noe Valley. His clients include prominent San Francisco families; Silicon Valley tech titans; members of the Bay Area venture capital, private equity & hedge fund communities; overseas investors; as well as young families, newlyweds & recent college graduates.
John has particular expertise in crafting creative solutions for unique real estate challenges, such as:
Selling homes confidentially for publicity-shy clients
Structuring home "trades" for two parties interested in each other's properties
Helping buyers visualize the possibilities of homes in disrepair, or those with expansion opportunities
Advising clients on the best use of funds in remodeling homes for future resale
John's market scope is not just limited to San Francisco. He also represents buyers & sellers successfully throughout Marin County, the East Bay & Silicon Valley.
Prior to becoming a realtor, John spent 18 successful years in international television & internet marketing, working in senior management positions with CNN/Turner Broadcasting, Walt Disney & Home Box Office. Raised in Atlanta, GA, he has also lived & worked in London, Tokyo, New York & Los Angeles, and has traveled to more than 45 countries.
lamisse@droubiteam.com
415.531.213
BRE#01257759
Lamisse grew up in Noe Valley among a family of real estate professionals. Her deep understanding of the San Francisco market springs from this early exposure. Since 1998, Lamisse has consistently distinguished herself as exactly the sort of agent a busy professional seeks: charismatic, efficient, and unflinching in negotiations without sacrificing her smile. Lamisse is easy to work with and is widely liked and respected throughout the real estate community.
Phone- 415-437-4509
BRE#01292676
A native born San Franciscan from Cole Valley, I was educated in the city, went to UC Berkeley as an undergraduate psychology major and then returned to San Francisco to obtain my master’s in Education at SF State University. I enjoyed a successful career with Merrill Lynch and developed programs for adults with special needs before joining my business partner Jim in Real Estate in 2000.
I know San Francisco and have an uncanny ability to work with a variety of personalities with finesse and sincerity. My people skills, competent and caring nature make me ideally suited for navigating clients through the twists and turns of a real estate transaction. My philosophy entails keeping your needs and desires aligned to create a seamless and rewarding real estate experience for all involved.
In addition to Real Estate, I am the President of the Board of Directors of Social Development Centers, Inc. which oversees the management and direction of the program I founded. I also enjoy working out at the Koret Center at USF and am actively involved in bettering the welfare of stray and abandoned animals.
mollie@molliepoe.com
declan@declansf.com
BRE#s 01239280, 01356209
Mollie and Declan’s vast knowledge spanning over 20 years in selling residential real estate, combined with valued industry relationships and methodical market analysis, brings a high success ratio for their valued clientele in our City’s competitive marketplace. Prior to their exciting journey as founding members of COMPASS' San Francisco office, Mollie and Declan’s track record as trusted real estate advisors speaks for itself. Known for streamlining the buying and selling process with trust, transparency, and a straightforward approach, this dynamic team quickly rose to the top, maintaining a stellar track record, having been consistently recognized in the top .05% of San Francisco Agents Citywide through varied market conditions.
When purchasing or selling a home in our challenging local marketplace, you need to work with a team who understands your needs and can offer creative ideas every step of the way, from identifying the right property, on or off-market, to pushing a complicated transaction over the finish line. Powered with COMPASS’ industry leading platform, a solutions-driven mindset, and unparalleled marketing tools, Mollie and Declan are on the front line of every transaction, putting their adroit negotiation skills and extensive contractual knowledge to work. With charismatic dispositions and a keen sense for collaboration, Mollie and Declan navigate the world of Real Estate as a dynamic team with a well-earned reputation amongst their industry peers, and with their repeat and referred client base. Easy to work with yet aggressive, creative, and driven: agents that can make things happen.
Visit www.molliepoe.com for further insight as to how we work.
Payton@PaytonBinnings.com
415.401.9966
BRE# 01342081
An art collector and former VP of business development for three successful Internet startups, Payton Stiewe revels in packaging homes so that they communicate to a particular buyer. For sellers, that often means a pre-sale home makeover—and must-see open houses.
Whether it’s throwing a barbecue for brokers or folding a listing into an architect association’s tour of the city, Payton is known for presenting homes in unique and sometimes unexpected ways. He partners with the best—from interior decorators to painters and florists—and will even knock down a few walls to get a house ready for sale. “I’m a big believer that if you package something well, you’ll get a higher price for it,” he says.
As a result, Payton+Binnings’ open houses have a reputation among brokers as not-to-be-missed events. For Payton, packaging a house—prepping it, staging it, and creatively getting the word out about it—is as much about understanding people as it is about understanding the market. “One of the critical steps in packaging a house is communicating to a particular buyer’s profile,” explains Payton. “Buyers have to feel enticed to come to the house, spend time at the house, and envision themselves living in the house.”
Payton, who was raised in Germany before relocating to the U.S., started his career as a Realtor representing Sotheby’s International Real Estate in 2002 after helping launch three successful high-tech startups. As a business development strategist and general manager for When.com, Evite.com, and Expertcity (GoToMyPC.com), Payton sharpened his innate sales, marketing, and negotiation skills.
Today, Payton and his wife, Bettina, are active members of the Headlands Center for the Arts, and Payton is on the American Institute of Architects committee for selecting homes for its annual AIA tour of San Francisco and Marin. Passionate about improving education in the U.S., Payton is also a Marin Montessori Trustee. “I know what it’s like to be young and single, then married, and then married with kids, so I can personally relate to my clients’ real estate needs from experience—no matter what their demographic.”
Sejal@PaytonBinnings.com
415.515.5266
BRE# 01837866
Known to her friends and family as “the planner,” Sejal Binnings orchestrates the flow of information involved in every real estate transaction at Payton+Binnings. Her objective is to lead clients step by step through the complex, document-intensive process of buying and selling a home. “The idea is to make the process as stress-free as possible for the client, so they never have to ask us what needs to happen next.”
Whether it’s writing offers, completing disclosure packages, or preparing contracts, Sejal makes sure the necessary paperwork is put together correctly, professionally, and on time. Once a home is under contract, she stays in constant communication with the specialists required to close the deal—escrow and title companies, inspectors, lenders, and agents. Her persistence, patience, and consistency are reflected in Payton+Binnings’ reputation for excellence in the San Francisco real estate market. “Ours is very much a true partnership,” says Sejal of the team. “It’s really very collaborative.”
Sejal is often an invaluable resource for buyers too, helping them to narrow overwhelming lists of home buying options and to tour prospective neighborhoods while intuitively gathering information that often leads to finding just the right property.
Sejal gets her eye for detail from her background of working in nonprofit fundraising and environmental law. Sejal worked as part of the fundraising team responsible for rebuilding the California Academy of Sciences before becoming a licensed Realtor for Sotheby’s International Realty and then Christie’s International Real Estate.
She met her husband, Arrian Binnings, while earning a master’s degree in political management (which Sejal has found to be surprisingly helpful in negotiating transaction terms) from George Washington University. The two lived in Atlanta before moving back to San Francisco. Sejal, who grew up in Los Gatos, loves the City’s urban energy, diversity, and natural beauty. In her free time, Sejal enjoys running, scuba diving, and watching college football. She also volunteers with the Junior League and the USC Alumni Club of San Francisco.
415-903-0307
BRE#1344368
Tal's sharp sense of the San Francisco real estate market is only one of the many reasons her clients feel safe entrusting her with the biggest sale of their lives. She brings a thorough knowledge of economics, a strong eye for value, and creative approach to remodeling opportunities. But most importantly, Tal uses her keen instincts for discerning her clients' needs to take what can be a stressful and overwhelming process and make it exciting and rewarding.
Prior to building a career in real estate, Tal worked in sports marketing for many years, and in 1997, moved to the Bay Area to work as a technology start up executive in Silicon Valley. Her true passion however, is real estate.Tal uses her broad industry experience, skill and reputation to produce the kind of result her clients expect and deserve. Having bought and remodeled several homes of her own, Tal's ongoing relationships with architects, contractors and developers continue to direct her work developing and marketing unique properties throughout San Francisco. In 2016, Tal started her own boutique Real Estate Brokerage in order to better deliver honest, hyper-local, hands-on real-estate services.
Originally from Israel, Tal moved to New York City with her family as a teen. She graduated from Williams College with a degree in history. While earning her Masters Degree in Business (MBA) from the University of Colorado, Tal also nurtured her passion for architecture and design at the University of Colorado Architecture School.
Tal can often be found biking, kite surfing, running, skiing and enjoying every glorious day outdoors. She lives in the Sunset District with her husband Matt and 13 year old son, Ocean.