Alidad G.

Ali Govahi managed our property at 182 Scale in Irvine for more than seven years before we ever talked about selling it. In that time, he handled every tenant issue that came up, kept the place occupied and cared for, and never once made it our problem. We live our lives and he ran the asset. That alone earned our trust. When we finally decided to sell, the timing looked terrible. Four other homes were for sale on our same street, a couple of them heading into preforeclosure, and comparable properties in the area were sitting on the market for the past 150 days. We assumed we were in for a long, painful stretch with a price cut at the end of it. That is not what happened. Ali had the property prepared and presented so well that it stood out immediately against everything else on the street. We received an offer on the very first day of open house showings, and it came in above the number we thought was realistic. Getting to closing was not simple. The solar company on the property had gone bankrupt, which created a mess most agents would not have known how to unwind, and there were other issues along the way. Ali worked through all of it without drama and without ever putting the burden back on us. He understood the legal side; he knew who to call, and he kept the deal moving when it could easily have fallen apart. Seven years of management and a sale like this one told us the same thing. We do not believe another agent would have gotten this result for us. If you are choosing someone to sell a property in Orange County, choose Ali.

As first-time homebuyers, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience working with Ali. What made it even more impressive was that he was also one of the listing agents on the property, and he still represented us with complete professionalism and care every step of the way. From the very beginning, he kept everything clear, organized, and stress-free. He was in constant communication with us, which gave us a lot of confidence throughout the entire process. What really stood out was his ability to negotiate credits beyond what we expected. That alone made a big difference for us. On top of that, he went above and beyond by helping line up vendors and making sure everything from the inspection report was handled before we even moved in. Walking into our new town home in Placentia, knowing everything was already taken care of, was an incredible feeling. Ali made what could have been an overwhelming process feel smooth and seamless. We truly felt like he had our best interests in mind the entire time. We’ll absolutely be referring him to our friends and family. Jennifer Roxanne Martinez & Edgar Martinez

Ali did an excellent job selling our property in Huntington Beach. The property was tied up in a myriad of legal complexities, which involved multiple attorneys and the courts. Communication between all parties was of paramount importance and required patience, clarity, and professionalism, of which Ali navigated extremely well. Not only were there legal challenges, the  property was a presentational challenge in and of itself. The downstairs had been remodeled years earlier due to flooding, while the upstairs was untouched since 1971. Ali understood immediately that this required a very strategic approach. Every dollar spent needed to produce a strong return on investment, and he was laser focused on delivering this return. Through years of experience, Ali has prescient judgment on where to spend to make the most of each dollar.  He personally coordinated and managed every vendor needed to bring the home to market, including painters, handymen, termite work, landscaping, electrical, plumbing, and staging.  He launched a comprehensive marketing strategy including Zillow Showcase and other platforms to highlight the best aspects of the property.  Within one week we had three offers in a market where homes were averaging forty-five days on market. The property was listed at $1,758,000 and closed at $1,725,000.  The showing of the property reached a broad market online with over 8,000 hits, with the first open house bringing in over thirty-five groups including the winning offer from the one day event. Ali went beyond the scope of his duties and worked hand-in-hand with the buyer’s agent to proactively resolve insurance concerns and lender conditions, making sure there were no surprises or delays. His attention to detail and ability to remove obstacles before they became problems was invaluable. Given the myriad of legal issues involved, the condition of the property, and the emotional dynamics of all parties, the sale of this property could have fallen through, instead, it was handled with professionalism, strategy, and care from start to finish.  Ali exceeded expectations in every step of the way. If you want an agent who can handle difficult situations, protect your interests, and deliver real results, Ali is the one you want in your corner. We would highly recommend without  reservation.