An expert on design, repair and presentation
“Craig has represented us on the sale of one home and the purchase of another. He exceeded our expectations with both transactions. He is the consummate professional, is easy to work with, consistently delivers on his commitments, is reachable/responsive and is most certainly an expert on the entire buying and selling process, including design/repair/presentation of your home.
And where Craig is not an expert, he has a full cadre of equally capable people that he calls on for construction/renovation, interior design, mortgage assistance, moving, etc. His ‘virtual team’ structure allows him to always select best-in-class providers for his clients. We recommend Craig very highly.”
Graham E.
Potrero Hill home sold
San Francisco, 2010
He put his sweat and care into marketing our loft
“Craig is not only a trusted advisor, but a great mentor. He was so generous in knowledge sharing, and is more than willing to give his candid and helpful opinion. It took us over 6 months to find our ideal home, and Craig strategized and negotiated with us tirelessly and creatively.
He also put in his sweat and care in helping us marketing our loft. He is capable, knowledgeable, authentic and creative.”
Liyuan W.
South of Market condo sold
San Francisco, 2010
Appreciate your optimism in dealing with difficulty
“Thank you for finding the right buyer for my apartment on Parsons Street. I appreciate your energetic, optimistic manner of dealing with, what I feel was a difficult situation. Your perseverance and willingness to adapt to difficult circumstances was admirable.”
Candice Y.
TIC unit sold in Lone Mountain
San Francisco, 2011
We received 4 offers in 10 days
“My wife and I believed in Craig’s vision and process to deliver a market-ready home, but we did not want to pay retail prices for the level of improvements he recommended we make prior to marketing our home.
Craig’s team took care of all of our concerns and we found that his team was professional, deliberate and dependable, all at a price that even surpassed our tight budget. Craig was a very effective project manager, director and negotiator on our behalf. He has great working relationships with everyone.
We received four offers in 10 days! With Craig’s help we countered all the offers and the house sold for $1,480,000, a lot more than even the buyer’s appraisal.
We are so delighted with the way that Craig and his team handled the details. We were able to focus on our very busy work and family lives.”
Jeff M.
San Francisco in 2009
Home sold in Anza Vista neighborhood
10 day closing, all cash, $126K over asking
“I can honestly say that Craig exceeded my already high expectations, and I am absolutely delighted with the results.
His team took over every aspect of preparing my San Francisco home – from inspections, to painting, to floor refinishing to major plumbing and roof work. The results were nothing less than fantastic:
- 71 brokers visited during broker’s tour
- 11 offers within a week
- 10 day closing, with no appraisal contingency
- an all-cash sale at $126,000 over asking!
I am thrilled. Craig and his team are passionate about what they do and they really strived to satisfy me. I cannot recommend Craig highly enough.”
Carolyn R.
Bernal Heights home sold
San Francisco, 2009
Multiple offers above the listing price
“Yes, Craig is passionate about real estate! He also has a keen eye for what will make a property sell for top dollar. We asked Craig to sell our Cole Valley condo, and he suggested a few steps to improve how our condo would show.
He selected the right asking price and after two open houses obtained multiple offers above the listing price. Because Craig prepared and marketed our property so well, during escrow the appraisal came in below the contract price. Undeterred, Craig kept the deal together at a price that was still well above the appraisal. Working with Craig was a great experience, he has our highest recommendation.”
Al and Julie S.
Condo sold in Cole Valley
San Francisco, 2009
Accepts bull from no one
“I’ve known Craig for over 10 years. The guy has a knack for marketing homes. His renovations are unreal, yet cost-effective and tasteful. He’s been around interiors, the building trades and home remodeling since he was a kid.
As a real estate broker, when I’ve needed advice on my rental properties, or, when I’ve sold my own homes, Craig is the one I hire. He has the right mix of integrity, knowledge and confidence and he accepts bull from no one. He’s solid – understands how deals work and is a bulldog of a negotiator. If you don’t hire Craig, you’ve made a sub-optimum decision. Period.”
John G.
Home sold in San Rafael, 2009
Introduced a stager, moving company and more
“Craig delivered above and beyond our expectations by thinking two steps ahead of us on every step of the process. He found us a stager, a moving company, window cleaners and more. He was a friend and partner the whole way, and we were very pleased with the final results. I recommend Craig Ackerman unreservedly!”
Sharon S.
Mission District home sold
San Francisco, 2008
Wish I had listed with Craig first
“After my listing agreement expired with another Realtor® I was desperate to try a new perspective. After interviewing Craig and another guy from TRI/Coldwell, I chose Craig because of his knowledge about the market, responsiveness and attention to detail.
Craig revamped my staging, made it spotless (never met anyone more anal than me) and priced my condo in accordance with market conditions. I received three offers within 6 weeks. Having practiced law for 12 years, I value time and results. I only wish I had met Craig when I first listed my condo and saved three months of mortgage payments!”
Hanh P.
Pacific Heights condo sold
San Francisco, 2009
Licensed contractor with interior design experience
“Congratulations — you found him! You can finally stop searching for a real estate broker who doesn’t live under a rock and talk with a forked tongue. Craig Ackerman and Ackerman Realty are the real deal. Anybody who has ever bought or sold real estate (or even thought about it) quickly learns that all their friends “know somebody” in real estate.
For me, dealing with real estate brokers was always right up there with going to the dentist or the used car dealer. Yuck! Dealing with Craig Ackerman and Ackerman Realty, however, has been completely different and a welcome surprise.
Craig is a licensed general contractor in addition to being a real estate broker, and he also offers some very useful interior design experience. Whether you are buying, selling, evaluating a home improvement project, or just considering testing the waters of the Bay Area real estate market, you will be well served to give Ackerman Realty a call. I can confidently say you won’t be sorry…”
Andy C.
Mission District home managed
San Francisco, 2007 – Present
Craig truly cares about people
“I have done all my mortgage and real estate transactions with Craig and never been disappointed. Craig is a real professional, one of the few who truly cares about people. I have also seen Craig with his hard hat on (as a contractor), turning average homes into real mansions. His attention to details and his vision enables him to do miracles. For all your real estate needs, you should give him a try.”
Thierry H.
San Rafael condo sold, 2007
Always available when I needed him
“Craig is an excellent Realtor®. He rolled up his sleeves to help prep my condo for sale. He and his assistant Mandy are charismatic, creative and results-oriented. During my condo sale (and a later purchase) Craig ensured that I was always updated with the latest information on the deal, and he was always available if I needed him. I wouldn’t look elsewhere for a Realtor®.”
Tara M.
Mission District condo sold
San Francisco, 2006
Was skeptical of niche company, now very pleased
“We are a very private family that lives a busy life. While I was initially skeptical of his niche company, we have completed several multi-million dollar transactions and have found Craig and his team to be very focused and true professionals. We are very pleased.”
Nicholas W.
Nob Hill condo sold
San Francisco, 2006
Craig achieved a sale in 3 days
“We hired Craig and his time for this project because his professionalism and thoroughness stood out. Craig and his team transformed the property into a showcase home. We achieved a sale in three days because, among other factors, Craig phoned agents in the neighborhood and found one that had a willing buyer.
Meanwhile, an identical home was for sale that lingered on the market for 243 days before it sold and it was for less money than ours. I could not be more delighted with the results and passion that Craig and his team put forth… They did everything they promised and more!”
Vivian H.
Pacific Heights, several homes sold
San Francisco
A force of nature
“I’ve worked with Craig a number of times when I referred clients to him. He is a tireless and dedicated real estate professional who will do whatever it takes to get his client the best real estate deal.
He worked with clients to both buy and sell real estate and each said he was a force of nature when it came to getting the job done. Further, Craig Ackerman and his group specialize in assisting estate planning attorneys sell real estate from a probate or trust administration.
He will provide several immediate complimentary services, including a copy of the latest deed and drive-by appraisal. He really takes control over the situation and the attorney knows the job will get done without a lot of supervision.”
Kevin U.
Several properties sold in San Francisco
Gave Craig the keys, signed a month later
“Best decision to have Craig sell my property! With a nine-month-old, I have very little time to spare and Craig went out of his way to make everything happen when it’s most convenient for me. I gave him the keys to the property and a month later, signed on the dotted line. Couldn’t have been easier!!”
Gina S.
San Francisco, 2010
Hayes Valley condo sold
Totally prepared, extreme work ethic
“Craig Ackerman is simply the best realtor for residential properties in San Francisco. He comes totally prepared with a marketing plan, and proceeds to great results.
In my view, the key to his success is his constant effort to improve his knowledge of the real estate market, and his extreme work ethic. Once he is on the job he does not rest – the property will be sold.
His construction background gives him a huge advantage in identifying any problems with a building, and how that will or will not affect the sales price.
I have known Craig for several years, and I have never experienced such an effective real estate agent. He has handled several difficult transactions for me with complete competence.”
James M.
Mission District, several homes sold
San Francisco, 2007
Thrilled at the price we got for the house
“Although I thought my Bernal Heights house was adorable, it was small and had some marketing challenges. Craig handled it beautifully.
He came up with a punch list for things that needed to be done before we got on the market. They were all inexpensive things that really made my house more attractive to buyers. (I love his window washers!)
What I appreciated most about Craig were his negotiation skills and his energy and enthusiasm. He’s smart, knowledgeable and experienced. I look back and am thrilled at the price we got for the house, especially in this market, and know that Craig was the major part of that. He’s my Realtor® of record from now on!”
Mollie F.
Bernal Heights home sold
San Francisco, 2007
Aggressive in a good way
“Simply put, without Craig, my wife and I would still be trying to sell our home. He saw the market correctly and helped us price things just right. He got us to move much quicker than we were planning on because he knew, given the tough economy, we needed to complete the sale before the holidays. He lined us up with good movers and stagers and got the house ready for sale in a flash. Can’t image another agent being as aggressive in a positive way.”
Daniel K.
Mission district condo sold
San Francisco, 2007
Wish I had met Craig earlier
“I had my San Francisco Mission condo on the market for nearly nine months with another broker. It was frustrating, given that my move back to Texas (to care for my aging parents) hinged on the sale of my home. I was stuck.
A friend referred me to Craig Ackerman. Well, Craig and his team of five made several cost-effective repairs in the home, changed out fixtures, repainted, replaced the carpeting, staged and did a beautiful job of photographing my home – it never looked so good!
Craig took a leadership role in contacting the HOA, dealt with an insurance-related matter on the building and was present for each and every open house – it was a very assertive and commanding schedule! Craig even found leased parking in the neighborhood which made the unit instantly more attractive to a large pool of buyers … something my last agent never thought of.
In a matter of days we had more interest than in the previous nine months and my unit sold soon afterwards for what I am sure was the best price possible. I wish I had met Craig earlier and did not have to deal with nine months of inactivity and non-responsiveness. I joyfully recommend Craig and his team at Ackerman Realty Group to anyone seeking professional, friendly, cost-effective help!”
Teresa P.
Condo sold in Mission District
San Francisco, 2008