Marian Bennett

"“My wife and I recently relocated from the east coast to the Bay Area in a corporate relocation. I can’t say enough about Marian’s performance as our real estate agent–she was fantastic! While real estate transactions can be stressful, emotionally charged, and full of challenges, Marian kept us calm and focused on the objectives. In the end, we were able to close on a beautiful home without any issues (and it was a short sale which can be fraught with complexities). Marian’s great service started long before any house-hunting trip. She spent hours on the phone with my wife and I to understand our situation, needs, preferences, concerns and feedback to on-line listings she provided. This prework led to highly productive days looking at homes in the city, on the peninsula and on the coast. Her personality and listening skills allowed us to quickly align on expectations and communicate effectively. We did not waste time and zeroed in on what we wanted very quickly. Marian led us through all aspects of the buying process including a complete battery of home inspections. She even found experts to complete obscure inspections (such as EIFS stucco inspection) to address obscure provisions in the relocation agreement. She coordinated everything, including the closing process which I was able to do remotely and made sure all aspects and all stakeholders where on track. This was the best real estate transaction I have ever been involved with – in one of the most challenging situations, all 100% attributable to Marian’s efforts. Marian is my new benchmark for real estate agents for delivering absolute excellence in service and results. I’m happy to recommend her to any prospective client!” "
Chris N. Tue Mar 8, 2011

"We highly recommend Marian for all your real estate agent needs. She represented us when we sold and bought homes in 2009. We selected her as best fit for us and she exceeded our expectations. She's a consummate professional who keeps current on the constantly changing local and national market and laws, utilizes the full scope of expertise available through her company Coldwell Banker, and devotes the time and attention required to develop and implement effective sale and purchase strategies. Marian helped us sell our house in a niche market just 5 days into the MLS, before an open house, and for more than market rate. We thought we had a great house and she effectively showcased it and the locale. She suggested our staging, used smart technology for marketing, and was always available to discuss CMAs and strategies. She suggested resources to choose from in our time of need - house cleaners, movers, mortgage brokers, etc. - and rolled up her sleeves to help with whatever needed doing. Marian worked closely with us for 8 months to find our new house. This was a challenge due to our high expectations and limited budget in a niche market where the 'good' houses sold fast. She partnered with us through many viewings, email, calls, CMAs, and a few offers. She was a good listener, distilled information, and let us make our own decisions. She went the extra mile when we encountered challenges with sellers, their realtors, or unusual scenarios in this unpredictable market. Marian remains available as a resource and is genuinely interested in our progress settling into our wonderful new home."
Bonnie M. Sun May 9, 2010

"I'm a relatively new agent and I had the good fortune to have a buyer for a home listed by Marian Bennett. While protecting the interests of her client, she helped me through the intricacies of helping a client buy a home. Although the deal fell through, I learned a great deal. She gave me new business contacts. And I came away from the experience with a feeling that I made a friend who is eager and willing to help me in the future."
Phil A. Sat Jan 26, 2008

"I highly recommend Ms. Marian Bennett. Marian represented the buyer and I represented the seller and on a San Francisco transaction. Marian was consistently professional, fast, efficient and remained friendly and fair throughout. John Kirkpatrick TRI Coldwell Banker San Francisco"
John K. Mon Jan 28, 2008