Philippe Properties — Local services in Santa Monica

Rinde was a fantastic guide in my journey to purchase a multi-unit property in Santa Monica. Her knowledge about the intricacies of the Los Angeles County real estate market, especially regarding FHA loans, was invaluable. I was new to the concept of FHA loans, but Rinde made it simple to understand. She explained how with just a 3.5% down payment, I could qualify for a property up to $2.2 M, which could include up to four units. This strategy was a game-changer for me. I initially thought about buying a condo, but with Rinde's advice, I ended up purchasing a multi-unit property. Now, I live in one of the units and the rent from the other units helps cover my mortgage. It's a smart financial move I wouldn't have made without her expertise. For anyone looking to step into the world of real estate investment, Rinde's guidance is both practical and insightful. She recommended lenders who helped me with the preapproval process, educating me on critical factors such as cap rate, property appreciation potential, and the importance of separate meters and tenant histories. This comprehensive understanding was crucial, as my initial aim was a condo purchase, but under Rinde's guidance, I now own a multi-unit property, living in one unit while gaining equity through tenant contributions. For those seeking a commercial real estate agent with a profound understanding of multi-unit properties, Rinde is the ideal choice. Her ability to demystify complex real estate concepts and present viable investment opportunities is exceptional. I highly recommend her services for anyone looking to sell or purchase...

Rinde is the best real estate agent out there. Kind, personable, and understanding, she is really trying to help you find your ideal home. We found Rinde by chance from one of the listings we had been interested in, but her responsiveness and dedication were a clear indication that we should choose her as an agent. I feel like she has a subtly therapeutic way of figuring out which homes are actually best suited for her clients' needs. In a tough market, it took us well over a year to finally get a place, but Rinde patiently stuck by us, and was genuinely on our side every step of the way. I did not expect to have a real estate agent who put integrity and compassion before all else, but you can really tell that Rinde puts her clients first instead of just trying to get ahead herself. She was always on our side and gave us great advice when we put in multiple offers on multiple homes. She is really knowledgeable about west side real estate market, but she never pushed us into making any offers we were not completely satisfied with. It is truly rare to find an agent who is trying to fully understand her clients' needs and help them find the perfect home for themselves. Her honesty and commitment make her truly special. I'm so glad we had Rinde on our side; we couldn't have done it...

Rinde is a wonderful real estate agent. She helped my husband and I though our first home purchase this year. I imagine that there are agents that work at a different speed and might say very little throughout the process in the way of negative coomments. Neither of us had any idea what to look for in a home, what questions to ask when we were there, or what was a red flag. Rinde is incredibly organized and was able to coordinate multiple showings in a logical order on short notice any day of the week. She didn't mind going back twice on days that we worked conflicting shifts, or that we tended to communicate in bursts after work. She told us when renovations to a home where we showed interest would be difficult, or easy, she herded us away from properties with poor resale value on moderately busy streets or too close to freeways. She connected us with all the right people for obtaining the loans, who in turn helped us figure out what a comfortable budget would be; and again with inspectors during the escrow process. We cannot have hoped for a more thorough and...