Mary Ann Montano

About Mary AnnA little about me and the value I bring to my clients...I understand the needs of the modern urbanite and my drive and experience will guide our collaborative effort of achieving your Real Estate goals. Ranking in the top 15% of real estate agents in San Francisco (2015) establishes that you have an experienced partner with a proven track record on your side. My success formula is simple, I am passionate about representing my clients, I take great pride in my work ethic and I value the trust my clients build with me.A key guiding principle is to ground my clients in data and provide valuable insights that enable you to make the most informed decisions.  Real estate is likely one of your largest investments and carries both financial and emotional weight that I help you balance. My goal is to develop a solid strategy using data as the foundation and guide you to stay focused on your real estate goals.My experience is your advantage, I leverage my business acumen to deliver optimal results for my residential, investor and developer clients. For sellers, data will guide the right pricing strategy and my expertise in experiential marketing will ensure your home is presented properly to attract the desired target audience through digital and traditional marketing.  For buyers, data will guide the right offer strategy and my diligence will ensure an understanding of the complexities of a purchase.  Collaboration will bring impactful dialogue and strong negotiations will create a solid ROI or investment.My expertise covers all corners of the market, including 1st time buyers, upscaling, downsizing, and investment properties. My clients are guided through the process and kept fully engaged and aware at all times. I act as your top notch consultant, making the process seamless with meticulous attention to detail. I offer a unique and well-rounded perspective to help you realize your real estate goals.My StoryGrowing up in the backyard of Silicon Valley, Milpitas, I dreamed of living in the city. I made that dream a reality when I moved 45 minutes north to San Francisco in 1999. I became a homeowner in 2004 and followed that with investing in a rental property. As a local, I have an intimate knowledge and understanding of the many micro-neighborhoods. I earned a BS in Business Administration with an emphasis on marketing and later obtained a Real Estate Broker License. I enjoy learning and expanding my knowledge base which ultimately helps me provide better service to my client. My latest courses focus on construction and construction management. Any free time is spent out exploring our beautiful and diverse city with my fiancé Chris, friends and our two spoiled mutts!Education and TrainingBachelor of Science, Business Administration @ California State University ChicoCertificate of Real Estate, SFCCReal Estate Broker LicenseAreas of ExpertiseFirst Time Home BuyersFirst Time SF BuyersRelocationIncome PropertyCommunities I ServeSan FranciscoOaklandAlamedaPeninsula