Richard Powell

I must say Richard has to be the best real estate agent in the country. His professionalism and work ethic is unmatched. The man eats, breathes, sleeps real estate and he makes you feel like you're the only person he thinks about. On top of it all his integrity is what really makes him the best. He doesn't care about the sale or commission. His only priority is to find a home for you that you will love. Whatever your budget, he will find you the best home for your price range. My wife and I are first time home buyers petrified and totally clueless to the home buying process. I've heard stories from friends and family of their agents rushing them to buy as soon as they can no matter the location or condition of the home. Richard is the complete opposite. We looked at over a hundred homes online on his customized portal and probably over 30 homes in person during a span of 6 months. He was extremely patient with us and never made us feel pressure when deciding which home to buy. He taught us so much about real estate that I feel like I can become an agent. There were homes that I liked and was willing to put an offer on but he pointed out something about the roof or the neighborhood or the foundation that was bad so we ended up passing on the house. We were looking at homes after the housing bottom in early 2013. Houses were selling so quickly a lot of times with multiple bids. So we needed to look at houses right when they were on the market. He was willing to work around our schedule to look at homes. My wife and I both work 5 days a week and sometimes a good home would come up during the weekday. He would show us homes at night time. When we found the home that we absolutely love, Richard was able to secure us the home. The house had 6 other bidders and we were only able to offer 10% down for the home. Richard talked to the seller's agent all night and I believe he was able to convince the seller's agent that we were the right buyers for the house. Richard used a very careful home inspector who pointed out every little detail to make sure our home was in good condition. Richard was there during the escrow process and met with us to sign escrow papers. That isn't even his job but that's the type of agent he is, willing to go above and beyond. We wanted renovations done to our house before we moved in and Richard recommended us painters, floor guys and a kitchen contractor for the different jobs. We can't be more happy with Richard as our agent and I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to buy a home.

I believe that Mr. Richard Powell is one of the best realtors out there. I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Powell from March 2009 to July 2009, and have had the honor of his friendship to date. When I was interested in buying a house, I spoke with my close friend Michael and he sang praises about his realtor. Impressed with my friend's recommendation, I called Rick.The house buying experience was smooth as silk, thanks to Rick. He would meet with me and my fiance (now wife) whenever we wanted. He met with us as often as we wanted and as long as we wanted. I was impressed that he was able to handle our tight schedules. He gave us a binder with the MLS listings, a map of the houses were we going to see that meeting, and house pro and con list. While looking at houses, he would inspect the house with us. I knew that he was an honest man when he would point out his concerns with certain houses. He was looking out for our benefit and not just trying to make a fast sell. Rick would always welcome questions and would answer them to the best of his knowledge.When my sister wanted to buy a house, I gave them Rick's number with my full recommendation. She was having a hard time working with her realtor, so I told her to give Rick a call. After speaking with him, she decided against working with her former realtor, and decided to work with Rick. My sister could not thank me enough for recommending Rick to her. I would recommend Mr. Richard Powell to anyone with no hesitation. I believe that you will be in good hands when you work with him

We were very fortunate to have found Richard when searching for our home. We worked with Richard for well over a year. Like most couples my husband and I did not have the same priorities when it came to a home. Richard was extremely patient with us! Even though it took us a long time to find the perfect place we never felt any pressure from him. In fact there were many times he would actually talk us OUT of a home we liked if he thought it might turn into a money pit or would not have good resale value. For that reason we trusted his opinions and never felt like he was just there to collect a commission check. He is extremely knowledgeable of the area and all things real estate. Any questions we had was answered confidently and without hesitation. Even though our price point was probably on the lower end, he never made us feel like we were less important than his million dollar clients. He also works hard to build excellent rapport with other brokers and home owners to ensure the deal goes as smooth as possible. He almost always answers his phone or would get back to us ASAP. When we finally found the right home he walked us through every step of the escrow process. We hit a few unexpected bumps during escrow and we were so glad that he was there help us through it all. I cannot recommend him enough! When we are ready to sell he will be our first call and we will continue to tell all our friends and family about him.

Following up on the review that my wife Barbara wrote 2 years ago ... we bought our house in Santa Rosa Valley with Richards help and expert advice and it was the best purchase we could have made. Richard never pushed us to purchase something. in fact he was usually the one advising us NOT to buy if he did not think that the property was up to his and our standards and requirements. Just wanted to say that now, two years later, we can still count on Richard to help us with our property. We needed some information about the purchase process the other day and he responded within the hour as if he had the information sitting on his desk waiting for us to ask for it !! Even two years after our transactions ended still awesome service Richard and Kirsten. Thanks!!! Barbara and Marc

5 stars for Rick Powell. 10 if possible. Buying now our 9th home over the last 10 years, I can say the caliber of service and knowledge does not get any higher. Really challenging buyers, we started to buy in 2011, and decided then not to move to California, only to come back a year later to the purchase discussion. It was easy for us to contact Richard again in 2012 bc the professionalism and ease of and with Richard in 2011 was top notch. Just to reiterate that we were difficult clients. Moving from Europe to US, we were not often available for him to show us homes, and any day and time we asked, even on a holiday, he would make himself available. Further, there is no pressure to choose a home. In fact, he willingly offered to show my husband and I homes, even though he knew we would not be buying seriously for another two months. This alone was impressive, as prior to this, I spoke with someone who said that he could show me homes 'when i am ready to buy'. Of course, it's understandable that an agent's time is money, but Richard NEVER makes you feel this way. He will also always be on time, often leading to MY apologies for being late which he was NEVER agitated about! Rick will show you as many homes as you want to see. He is also the first to point out structural problems, road noise, etc to insure you do not fall in love with the wrong house, making only his job take more time. With that, Richard took his time & his experience to ensure that we bought the house we really wanted. He held our hand through the escrow process, worked with us as we sold a home in Europe and had currency exchange delays, which he is familiar with and insured we were safe as buyers for this (hugely important!).... and really just went above and beyond his normal duties as our agent. I really appreciate Richard as a professional, an agent, and quite frankly, a really intelligent/ down-to-earth guy, that we would be happy to have over to a BBQ amongst friends... and recommend to our closest friends to use as a realtor, any day!

Known them and worked with them on multiple transactions in the past 6 years from renting, to buying and selling. In 30 yrs of experience with Realtors all over the country, I have not had better ones! Trusting your agent is a must and that's on the top of the list with them. Service and response time unsurpassed- and continues long after the deal is done. They don't forget. Finally when it comes to financial results, that's what it's all about in the end. They protect and maximize your end regardless of situation. Before you go to anyone else talked to the Powells and then me if your still not convinced.

Richard and Kirsten not only helped us find our current home in Conejo Valley but were instrumental in getting our previous home rented quickly and efficiently. They both took the time to really get to know us - our likes and dislikes, our wants and our needs. Rick was always available and I could count on a return phone call within minutes. We decided to relocate from Woodland Hills to the Oak Park area due to our kids' school location. Not knowing the area we turned to Rick and Kirsten because of their expertise with this type of relocation. They showed us at least a dozen properties in our price range and we're always present and involved with our search. When we finally decided on our home we did so with the confidence of knowing that our Realtor had performed due diligence, making sure that we were receiving value for our money. In terms of our rental property, Rick, using state of the art technology and proven marketing techniques, presented our home in the way it deserved. We have always taken pride in our home and his work made it show. We had a suitable renter, at a price that was completely acceptable, within a week. We will certainly seek Rick and Kirsten's services for our next real estate transaction

Richard and Kirsten not only helped us find our current home in Conejo Valley but were instrumental in getting our previous home rented quickly and efficiently. They both took the time to really get to know us - our likes and dislikes, our wants and our needs. Rick was always available and I could count on a return phone call within minutes. We decided to relocate from Woodland Hills to the Oak Park area due to our kids' school location. Not knowing the area we turned to Rick and Kirsten because of their expertise with this type of relocation. They showed us at least a dozen properties in our price range and we're always present and involved with our search. When we finally decided on our home we did so with the confidence of knowing that our Realtor had performed due diligence, making sure that we were receiving value for our money. In terms of our rental property, Rick, using state of the art technology and proven marketing techniques, presented our home in the way it deserved. We have always taken pride in our home and his work made it show. We had a suitable renter, at a price that was completely acceptable, within a week. We will certainly seek Rick and Kirsten's services for our next real estate transaction

Let's just start with the bottom line: If you are at all interested in purchasing a home, just go ahead and call Richard Powell right now. You won't regret it and it is simply the best decision you can make as you begin the process of buying (or selling, I imagine!) a home. Following an incredibly long and less than satisfactory experience with another realtor, we were desperate to find new representation. Fortunately, we found Richard here on Yelp, read through all of his 5-star reviews, and gave him a call right away. We met with him for the first time a few days later and we knew instantly that we were in good hands. Richard's goal is not simply to sell you a home but rather to build a long-term trust and friendship with you. He acts as your partner and will work tirelessly to find the home that is right for you no matter how long it takes. You will not hear typical real estate agent comments or questions like "So, can you see yourself living here?" or "So, did you want to make an offer?" from Richard. Instead, he will honestly evaluate each property with you as if he were the buyer, letting you know the pros and cons of each, and what the potential advantages or challenges would be when reselling down the line. The detailed observations Richard made each time we looked at a property amazed us and, to be honest, we probably would have ended up buying a less than ideal place if he had not been there alongside us. Richard made us feel like we were his only clients (although I know that was not the case; he was actually working on closing a much larger sale at the same time, but you'd never know it from the way he treated us and the time he made to take care of us). We spent many weekends over a few months out looking at various properties and there were several times when he picked me up at work during the week to show me some new places that had just come on the market. Richard was always willing to show us any place that we were interested in seeing, even if he knew that they wouldn't be right for us (he was ALWAYS right about that too). He was always incredibly responsive and available, whether via text, email, or telephone call. As I mentioned, Richard is most interested in building a long-term relationship with you, one that extends beyond the sale. I remember him saying several times, "Just because I got a check doesn't mean we're done. If you need anything, just call me." We kept this in mind and Richard was absolutely there to assist us with a few issues that came up as we were settling into our new home. He also referred us to a couple of contractors that he uses for his own properties as we prepared to move in (we chose to repaint and to redo the flooring and carpeting) and he made sure that we were well taken care of. He even connected us with his washer/dryer repair person and his plumber, both of whom came all the way out to our new place to help, even though it was far outside of their normal areas of operation. I should have written this review many months ago, as we actually closed on our home back in August 2014, but I am glad I waited as I was able to include these post-sale experiences with Richard, which, while they may not seem like much, were incredibly helpful to us. To close this review, I will leave you with this: When it is time for us to start looking for a new place, our first call will be to Richard Powell.

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I don't even know where to begin with how amazing Richard and Kirsten are. From the minute we met them, they were professional, knowledgeable and had already done their due-diligence on our property that we were ready to sell prior to our first meeting. My wife and I were instantly impressed. They arrived with an entire packet detailing the process of the sale of our home and net sheets to give us a variety of scenarios detailing estimates of our net proceeds. Their communication is bar-none the best we have ever experienced. We received instant text replies, email updates and even personalized video messages when we hit major milestones. They got us 11 very real, solid offers after only 2 hours of a private showing. The truly understood what our needs were as sellers and delivered huge. Selling our home never felt like just a business transaction. They are wonderful people who we can call our friends. If you are thinking about selling your home, look no further. Update: Rick and Kirsten not only sold our home, but helped us immensely on the purchase of our dream home. Having both of them by your side while you survey a new property for purchase is invaluable. They point out any issues that can be easily missed. They sent mailing campaigns and "walk & knocked" neighborhoods that we were interested in. They understand what you are looking for in a home and put a HUGE amount of work in. The listing agent on the home we purchased was pretty bad. Rick & Kirsten handled all the things that could have been very stressful and made it a pleasant experience for us. They got us in a position to be the strongest buyers and we beat out multiple counters, all without being the highest offer. Their communication is incredible, we were always informed during every part of escrow. They really, really care about your family and needs. They don't just want to sell you a home, they want to find you the right home. We cannot recommend them enough. They are outstanding realtors and good people. You won't be disappointed

What a fantastic experience we had with Richard Powell and Powell fine homes! Richard helped us find our previous home as well so when we started thinking about buying a new place, there was no doubt on who to call. We wanted Richard to take us out and show us what was happening in the market with the plan that we would buy sometime in the next 6-12 months. We had absolutely no plans to fall in love with the 2nd place he showed us! We looked at probably a dozen others, but we kept coming back to the 2nd one. It had almost everything we had wanted, plus some bonuses (like an amazing tropical backyard!) Richard never pressured us in any way, but always was there for great advice and recommendations. Before we knew it, we had made an offer and it was accepted! Richard made the process so smooth and easy that it almost felt like something was wrong! He was there day and night for our many questions and even after we closed the deal and had the keys, he has still been here for us for advice and follow up. He will always be here for us and has been both a friend and the utmost professional in all aspects of this important life experience. We have now been in our house for 2 months and could not be happier. I would HIGHLY recommend Richard Powell and Powell Fine homes to anyone looking for a professional, experienced, honest and genuine realtor. Thanks Richard!

We have worked with Rick and Kirsten on two properties over the past 11 years, on both the buying and selling end, and they are, hands down, the best realtor team out there. They know the business inside and out, and are there every step of the way, from that first sit-down to handing over the keys. Communication is constant--always quick, efficient and informative. No detail is left uncovered, which is extremely reassuring when selling/buying a home. They don't just go the extra mile--they run the whole marathon! I trust them implicitly, and would not put my real estate needs in any other hands. And to top it off, they are really cool people!

Richard has been my property manager for a few years, and I decided to sell my rental property he has been managing. Richard & Kirsten not only helped me sell the condo before the deadline I was up against, but also it was the easiest experience Ive ever had with selling a property. Richard took care of most of repairs himself during the sale. He negotiated with the Escrow for a discounted Escrow fee for me, which I didnt even ask for, and he resolved every concerns and issues in best way possible.He has orchestrated the transaction so well, I didnt have to do much other than signing papers and wait. It was the easiest thing I could have done. He truly went above and beyond. As long as I work with Richard, I know Im in good hands.

If you want THE BEST real estate experience EVER call Richard and Kirsten Powell!!! In 2017 we decided to purchase our first home. After speaking to several co-workers they all highly recommended husband and wife team Richard and Kirsten Powell. We met at their office and they spent 2 hours talking to us about what we wanted in our first home. As first time home buyers we had countless questions and they patiently answered every single one of them until we were satisfied. After they had a complete understanding of our dream home they put together an organized list of homes that we began to visit on April 1 (1 year ago today!). For 8 weeks we visited 33 different homes with them until we finally found "the one". Those 8 weeks weren't always easy for us. Everyone told us buying a home (especially the first) is one of the most stressful things you can do. Richard and Kirsten made that process as smooth as possible for us. This particular home was managed by an agent that was "difficult" to say the least. Richard and Kirsten managed this "personality" in a way that shielded us from the challenges that they faced. Richard and Kirsten were always there for us by phone call, text message and email whenever we needed them. Their responses were immediate and on point. We knew we had experienced agents working for us, but they developed into more that just agents. They truly were friends before during AND after the closing on our first home. Here we are 9 months later and they have been readily available to us for lots of big and little situations that came up with the house. The relationship they built with us will last years beyond the purchase of our first home. They truly care about us and want to be there for us whenever we need them. How many agents do you know that will be so engaged with your needs AFTER they collect their commission? We are truly grateful for Richard and Kirsten being there for us throughout the entire process before, during and after the purchase of our dream home. If you're looking for attentive, caring, responsive, professional, thorough, precise and experienced agents please call Richard and Kirsten Powell. You will NOT be disappointed!