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I have over 50 years experience in real estate. I have earned the CRB, CRS, SRES, e-Pro designations and earned the Century 21 President's Award for sales volume and Quality Service year after year. I work to get the highest possible sale amount with the least possible hassle to my clients. I love real estate!

Ernest Berghof is a recognized leader in Wine Country real estate specializing in fine wine country homes & vineyard properties. Ernest Berghof specializes in matching discerning buyers with fine wine country homes. As Broker/CEOfor Berghof Realty, Ernest uses his deep market knowledge and industry connections to help his clients fulfill their real estate dreams in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Mr. Berghof ranks among the top 3% of agents nationally. He is a certified Luxury Property Specialist with Previews International.

It is always a good idea to know something about the people you work with so below you will find a short biography on me, and why I am a great choice to help you in your real estate needs. I was born and raised in Santa Rosa, CA and attended all local schools which has helped me to become very knowledgeable about Santa Rosa and its neighboring cities. After graduating from Santa Rosa High School, I went on to San Diego State University and received a Bachelors degree in International Business with an emphasis in Management, Latin America and Spanish. After graduating I returned back home to Santa Rosa and worked for Hruby Mechanical which engineered and installed wine tanks, refrigeration systems, wine lines and offered many other services for food and beverage companies. This position allowed me to travel to local wineries in Sonoma and Napa County experiencing and helping in the wine process and seeing many of these beautiful wineries that our region is so famous for. Sonoma County is a beautiful place and encourages everyone to consider it home. Not only is it a great place to live, it also has great schools, friendly people and good restaurants. So whether you are long time resident or moving here from out of town, my goal is to make your buying or selling process an enjoyable experience. I definitely bring a lot of energy to the table which allows me to make your Real Estate transaction fun. The selling or buying of Real Estate is a very important matter in everyone's life which is why I take pride in providing exceptional customer service to my clients. I will listen to your needs and desires, and find your home whether it be an investment or your dream home. In addition, I am equipped with sophisticated marketing tools that consist of offline and online programs which will give you the edge you need to sell your home and receive top dollar in our current market. I look forward to helping you and your families in this very important matter.

"Fermin worked with us for a long time in order to get what we wanted, he was very resourceful and kn..."

Top agents account for approximately 80% of all sales, and David & Deirdre are part of the top. With over 45 years combined of successful experience in sales they bring enormous knowledge and insight to every transaction. They are a top producing team and belong to the Top Agent Network and Marin Platinum Group, granting access to off market and pre market listings and a network of other brokers. In addition they are members of the Marin Realtor Business Group and Marin Group- they each meet once a month to discuss up coming listings and buyer needs and one group tours up coming properties before they come on the market. All of this means more information on an earlier timeline, which directly benefits their clients. For David, real estate is about finding solutions and creating opportunities. His career began on the financial side of things, and that experience has served him well towards his success. He enjoys working closely with clients to help them realize their real estate goals, and relies on a strong network of professionals in varying fields to help pull it off. As David’s career in real estate has grown, he has stay committed to furthering his education so he always has that extra insight and expertise to set him apart and to best serve his clients. In addition to being a real estate broker his professional designations include the Graduate Realtor designation, the Accredited Buyer’s Representative designation, the Senior Real Estate Specialist designation, and he is endorsed by the Charfen Institute as a Certified Distressed Property Expert. With vast knowledge and experience, David serves all kinds of clients – from first time buyers, to sellers looking to retire, to seasoned investors. Deirdre is a Marin Native growing up in Mill Valley. A Bay Area native, David has called Marin home for over 17 years. Deirdre and David currently live in San Rafael with their two children. When not working in real estate, David enjoys spending time with this family, playing soccer and volunteering, including coaching soccer. Deirdre likes to garden and is also a volunteer at Marin County helping less fortunate people get back on their feet.

~ Licensed since 1992 ~ Coldwell Banker Diamond and Sterling Award Winner ~ Coldwell Banker Previews Property Specialist ~2007 President of the Sebastopol Chapter of Realtors ~2007 Realtor of the Year for the Sebastopol Chapter ~2008-2009 Sebastopol Representative for the Northbay Association of Realtors ~2010 Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource ~2011 Certified Distressed Property Expert ~2012 CTA Certified Tourism Ambassador Professional Affiliations Northbay Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors. Professional Philosophy My clients are my number one priority. My goal is to help them successfully get their property sold and/or help them find their "home". I take pride at the end of the transaction knowing, and feeling how excited and happy my clients are about the entire experience. Personal Background Prior to my real estate career I worked as a Professional Photographer while raising two children. I studied real estate in 1991 after purchasing my first home, and received my license in 1992.

Haley has been a licensed real estate agent in California for 11 years and is currently with W Pacific Union Real Estate in Santa Rosa. Haley's coverage area includes Santa Rosa, Windsor, Rohnert Park, Petaluma, Larkfield-Wikiup, Sebastopol, and Forestville. HomeLight ranks Haley as one of the top 6% of agents in Santa Rosa for successfully selling homes and as one of the top agents for selling homes fast. Our database shows that Haley has completed 157 transactions since 2009, representing the buyer in 29% of those transactions and the seller in 71% of them. Haley has transacted in Santa Rosa more than any other area helping to buy or sell 35 homes including a 5 bedroom, 4.0 bathroom single family home on July 05, 2012 which sold for $850,000 and a 3 bedroom, 2.0 bathroom single family home at 3555 Foxwood Ct, Santa Rosa, Ca 95405-8739 on July 25, 2016 which sold for $889,000.

Steven is a real estate agent with Westgate Realty in Petaluma, California and has been in the real estate business for 30 years. Steven's coverage area includes Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, Penngrove, Cotati and Novato. Steven ranks as one of the top 1% of agents in Petaluma for successfully selling homes and as one of the top agents for selling homes fast. Steven has transacted in Petaluma more than any other area. He has served two terms as president of the Petaluma Chapter of Realtors, 12 years on the board of directors of BAREIS MLS, and over 14 years, including chairmanship, on the Professional Standards Committee of the North Bay Association of Realtors.

Logan and Yvonne are real estate brokers with Coldwell Banker and have been in the real estate business for 36 years (Logan) and 26 years (Yvonne). Their coverage areas includes Santa Rosa, Windsor, Sebastopol, Healdsburg, Cotati, Petaluma, and Calistoga. HomeLight ranks Logan as one of the top 1% of agents in Santa Rosa for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 1% of agents for single family homes. Our database shows that Logan has completed (386) transactions since 2009, representing the buyer in 39% of those transactions and the seller in 61% of them. Logan has been most prolific in Santa Rosa including representing the seller of a single family home at 3955 Skyfarm Dr, Santa Rosa, Ca 95403-0935 that sold for $2,275,000 in one transaction and a buyer of a single family home at 5940 Erland Rd, Santa Rosa, Ca 95404-9620 that sold for $1,200,000 in another.

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Daniel Casabonne has a proven track record only a handful of real estate professionals have attained worldwide. He has been long recognized as one of both Sonoma Valley and Sonoma County’s Top Producing agents. Part of his success is that he represents all price points within the market and quite often represents as many buyers as sellers. Along with Daniel being ranked as the #11 individual agent associated with Sotheby's International Realty, Inc., the company-owned brokerages, he ranked #21 for individual agents within the entire brand. NRT ranks Daniel in the top half of 1% of over 42,000 esteemed sales associates since joining Sotheby's International Realty. The Wall Street Journal named Casabonne as #123 of the "Top 250 Agents" in the United States in 2018. In this same year, Real Trends named him "#40 in the State of California" and the Luxury Marketing Council named him one of the "Top 50 Agents" in the Bay Area. Most of Daniel’s new clients are referrals from past clients. He treats his clients like family because he sees the relationship as long term…it is not just about the current transaction, it is about future business. Since becoming a real estate agent, he has had the opportunity to help many buyers and sellers and this has lead to many industry awards and designation. Recent Accomplishments: Nearly $1 Billion in Sales. "Ranked #123 of all agents in the United States" by the Wall Street Journal. "Ranked #40 of all agents in the State of California" according to Real Trends. "Ranked #11 of all Sotheby's International Realty agents worldwide". "Ranked #26 by Sales Volume" in The Leading 100 featured in Real Trends. “Top half of 1% of All Real Estate Agents Nationwide” according to “The Thousand” ranking by the Wall Street Journal. “Most Homes Sold in Sonoma Valley” every year since 2002. Sonoma County’s Highest producing agent in dollar volume since 2010. “Best Realtor in Sonoma Valley” KVON 1440 AM & 99.3 FM The Vine Annual Survey. Voted Best Realtor in the People's Choice Awards every year since the award was created. 2018 Neighborhood Favorite winner on nextdoor.com for favorite Real Estate Agent. Along with the dedication to his clients, Daniel is wholeheartedly generous to Sonoma Valley and beyond in his philanthropy donating and sponsoring programs such as Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance, Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, Friends in Sonoma Helping (F.I.S.H.), LaLuz, Greenbelt Alliance, Home for a Home, Sonoma International Film Festival, Sonoma Valley Youth Soccer Association, Presentation School Scholarships, Education Scholarships, Sonoma Community Center, Quarry Hill Botanical and more. Our homes are our most valuable and cherished assets. That's why it's important to partner with a trusted advisor who has a deep understanding of the real estate market and who can expertly price a property to help the seller find the highest possible offer in a timely manner. The best agents put their sellers first. They inform the seller of marketplace realities and can help market a home so that it attracts the greatest number of qualified buyers.

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A lifetime resident of both Marin and Sonoma counties with over 30 years of Professional Sales, Service and Support Experience. Serving clients and friends in both counties since 1996 with their real estate needs. The 2006 Petaluma Chapter of Realtors Realtor of the Year award recipient. I give back to the community as well, delivering meals to seniors for over 15 years and supporting local charities like Hospice and the Petaluma People Services through financial contributions. The 2017 Petaluma Community Award of Excellence recipient for Service to Seniors. My years of experience in dealing with negotiations, challenges, and even the adversity of poor economic times, have helped me acquire the knowledge needed to be an excellent problem solver, and the relationships to assist with finding the right buyers and sellers for my clients. After spending over 20 years in the service sector prior to my real estate career, going above and beyond for my clients is ingrained in my DNA. My marketing, negotiating and communication skills will give you peace of mind throughout the buying and selling process. When you are looking for someone who will be your strongest advocate during your real estate transaction, give me a call. Let my experience work for you! HomeLight ranks me as one of the top 2% of agents in Petaluma for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 3% of agents for condos. HomeLight has information on 132 of my transactions since 2009, 38 of which were in the past two years. I typically represent the seller (51% of the time), but have also completed 65 buyer transactions during this period. Some of the 41 homes I've sold in Petaluma alone include a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single family home at 14 Sugarloaf Ct, Petaluma, Ca 94954-5860 which sold for $722,500 and a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom single family home at 2096 Falcon Ridge Dr, Petaluma, Ca 94954-5880 which sold for $825,000.