As a second-generation real estate agent specializing in Oakland, Berkeley and Piedmont real estate and career sales in excess of $200 million, Dana knows what it takes to be successful in today’s market. In 2007, 2008 and 2010 she was the Top Producer in the Piedmont/Oakland office. Consistently recognized by her clients as providing superior service, Dana has been voted “Favorite East Bay Realtor” in J. Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Awards every year from 2007 through 2011.
It is no accident that Dana’s sales volume is among the highest in the company year after year. In large part, it comes down to her philosophy: high touch with high tech. Dana finds that selling high value/unique assets is largely a people business because every transaction is unique. She believes that her clients deserve to be treated with her personal attention on every matter that is important to them.
Yet, from a marketing perspective, the ways of reaching potential buyers and sellers of properties has evolved at an unprecedented pace. With over 90% of home buyers now starting their process on the web, Dana believes that to truly be successful in this market, an internet based marketing strategy must be central to a property’s presentation. She retains a full time internet marketing manager who ensures that her properties receive maximum exposure and that she embraces the latest tools available for the benefit of her clients. It’s hard to argue with her results; her listings consistently sell almost twice as fast as the local market.
Beyond her philosophy, Dana is both passionate and savvy about residential real estate and truly cares about her client’s success. Her outstanding follow-through, meticulous attention to detail, excellent negotiating and communication skills enable her to successfully represent her clients in today’s increasingly competitive residential real estate marketplace.
For sellers, Dana expertly guides her clients through the process, from selecting the ideal time for their property to go on the market to helping decide which improvements or maintenance items are necessary, and in determining a strategic price to maximize their sale. Dana then manages the whole process with her team of painters, handymen, gardeners and stagers to ensure that her clients present an attractive opportunity to prospective buyers. Her comprehensive marketing plan encompasses multiple types of media including the all important internet, print media and her personal networking within the real estate community.
For buyers, Dana succeeds because she has an in-depth knowledge of the local neighborhoods and school districts that one only gets from living in the various neighborhoods for almost 30 years. She is the type of agent who listens intently to her clients’ goals. She is experienced at writing offers that win the deal. Once escrow opens, Dana follows the process closely, taking care of all the details so that her clients can focus on other important issues such as financing their purchase, moving, and preparing to enjoy their new home.
Dana truly becomes your partner in every residential transaction.
What Dana’s clients have to say:
Adam and I cannot thank you enough for all your work in selling our house and helping our family buy a new home in Piedmont. You were the “dream” agent we had hoped to find: organized, attentive to every detail, and always available and responsive to our many questions. (Plus, you’re a lot of fun to talk to!) We really came to trust your advice on all aspects of these transactions. With so many details to be considered and so much money at stake, it’s comforting to feel you have someone who is totally competent and trustworthy on your side. It was wonderful working with you, and we would recommend you to anyone in need of your services.
- Jennifer
Thank you for all your help and support as we put my home on the market. I appreciate your steady hand and no-nonsense approach. The outcome was fantastic –I couldn’t be more pleased.
- Ellen
I want to thank you so very much for your unbelievable patience in the face of this nightmare of a deal. Your calmness and good advice always have been a refuge and support.
- Kate
Thank you for walking us through our first home purchase and being there for us every step of the way (over two years too!) We would only have wanted to share this exciting feat with you and we very much appreciate your counsel, insight, support and very hard work. We love our home and are thrilled.
- Amy Jo and Aaron
Thanks for everything – you are top notch. Cannot believe you hung in there with us for so long!
- Kate and Michael
We wanted to say “thanks” again for your help and support in selling our home. In this uncertain market, it was reassuring to have someone with your knowledge and experience helping us through the process. You made things much easier for us.
- Steve and Marcella
I ….wanted to thank you for everything you have done for us – helping us find our first home, getting us connected to our neighborhood, giving us excellent referrals to home related services….. I knew when I first met you at an open house a couple of years ago that I wanted to work with you. Boy did I get that right!
- Debbie and Mike
Thank you for all your help finding our perfect first home. There is no way we could have done it without you. We so appreciate all of your advice and expertise guiding us through the whole process
- Dana and Lee
My house was part of an estate, and it needed a large amount of preparation for sale. Dana let me know what needed to be done to maximize the appeal of the house at the lowest cost. Dana then contacted her team of pre-screened contractors that she knew would get the job done well and on time. She arranged for painters, hardwood floor restoration, new kitchen flooring, handyman, gardeners, window cleaners, and stagers. She also shopped for many supplies herself, on her own time, to save money, expedite the process, and ensure success. In short, she made it easy! Then Dana put in lots of marketing and advertising for the house, including a great website. The end result was excellent – the house had multiple offers and sold for over ask.
Finally, throughout the selling process, Dana was very professional, listened well, and responded quickly to my questions and concerns. Having had this experience, I understand why Dana is a top producing agent.
-Dan
Thank you so much for helping us buy our 1st home! You were great. We really appreciate your patience, encouragement and tutoring. -Thank you!
- Sue and Mark
We feel truly lucky to have found you. Thank you for all your hard work, perseverance and good humor.
- John and Bonnie
To the Best Realtor Ever! Thanks for selling our house for us. You did a great job representing us.
- Best, Heidi, Bob & Lena
It’s over. It’s time to thank you for all the help you’ve given us. Your extraordinary energy directed us to focus on the tasks we had to accomplish to get our home to “show ” its best. All your hard work (and Jeff’s) made it possible for us to buy our “next chapter” home – but we will sincerely miss our true house.
- Fondly, Ricky and Gerry
If we were wonderful sellers it was because we had a dynamic agent! We can’t begin to tell you how lucky we feel to have had you as our agent. You were a tremendous help and were always there when we needed you. You have a great career ahead of you and we wish you all the best.
Our love and good wishes,
- Eva & Frank Curatto
Thank You! Dana,
Thank you for all your help during the homebuying process. You made it very easy for me!
- Anthony
I want to thank you for doing such a great job in marketing the house and representing us in the sale. You were very through, professional and reliable. You are truly a great realtor!
On a personal level, I want to thank you for myself for being always available, responsible, reliable and helpful to me in getting things taken care of at the house. I really appreciate your extra efforts.
- Kim
What other agents have to say:
Thank you for your patience and all your efforts in helping complete this transaction successfully. Your reputation is definitely based on fact!
- Nancy H.
Just a quick note to acknowledge all the incredible hard work that went into the preparation of your offer. Inspectors, loan brokers, appraiser, neighbors and more, all were consulted – it was clear. I think few in the world can imagine the amount of due diligence that has to go into a non-contingent offer like yours. I do! As I said in my phone call – it’s wonderful working with a real pro!
- Barry P.
Thanks again for a very pleasant transaction and your lovely buyers….. Let’s play together again soon!
- Stan H.
Thanks for being such a joy to work with.
- Regina J.
Dana Cohen
The Grubb Company Realtors
510-339-0400 x348
DRE#01317652
www.danacohen.com