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GEORGE FOTION'S ENDORSEMENTS (CALDRE#785373)
Broker, Call Realty Company
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I have been living in the South Bay for 30 years and I can assure you that no one is more attentive, friendly and helpful than George Fotion! If you are looking for a home, feel lucky that you have George in this area - nobody does it better!
George “The-magic-potion” Fotion was great to work with. He helped us to acquire a home in Hermosa Beach. We look forward to creating more family memories in the beautiful community.
Having known George for many years, I knew he would do a fantastic job for us. Not only was he the consummate professional, he also go us multiple terrific offers. He was able to work through the challenges of juggling multiple offers and the outcome was excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend George wholeheartedly.
Mr. George Fotion is one of the best Real Estate Agents I have ever known. His knowledge of the market, his expertise in the area, his promptness, and his willingness to help are all you need to make the purchase process simple. I’ve already recommended him to one of my good friends. When I am looking to buy again I will not hesitate to call him.
George Fotion is a great agent. He knows the southern California neighborhoods and the real estate dynamics exceptionally well. We were searching for homes in either the Long Beach or Palos Verdes area and he was extremely helpful in listening to our goals and narrowing the selections down to the perfect properties.
George Fotion is hands down the best realtor we have ever used in a home search. He was extremely organized and thorough in the properties he showed us. His professionalism was off the chart but he was also very personable. I didn’t feel like I had to be guarded expressing my likes and dislikes. If you need a realtor who is willing to g the extra mile do not hesitate to call him.
George was an absolute delight to work with. His deep understanding of the Rancho Palos Verdes area was unparalleled, providing us with invaluable insights about the local market and recommendations of great inspectors. On top of this, his infectious humor made the process not just informative, but also highly enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend him for anyone seeking a knowledgeable real estate experience in the south bay area.
George is a true professional who is passionate about his work. He has extensive knowledge of both real estate and the PV Peninsula. Always a pleasure to work with!
George Fotion has been my go-to person for all of the buying, selling, and research I've done in the greater PV area. As a professional real estate investor, I can easily say there is no one more knowledgeable in this business than George. He brings an incredible amount of expertise, personal knowledge, and care and attention for his clients to each and every transaction he's involved in. Not to mention he has a fabulous sense of humor and ability to pinpoint exactly what you're looking for. Look no further than this man for any of your real estate needs. Thanks for everything George!!!
George made this entire process so easy. As an assistant, helping with purchasing and selling a home is such a pain, and agents don't always make it simple for assistants to get their jobs done. George was incredibly responsive and made the process on both the selling and buying side as easy as it could have been. I could not recommend him more highly!!
We've been working with George Fotion for over a year and, despite the housing market being an absolute fustercluck thanks to COVID, he has been with us every step of the way. George has a unique style for getting things done with his passionate gungho-ness and that was exactly the type of real estate agent we needed to navigate this temperamental housing market. Thanks to him and his hard work and steadfast dedication, we are now first time homeowners! Absolutely recommend George as the go-to guy if you're in the market to buy a house!
Encyclopedia knowledge of the industry and always at the ready with helpful answers and suggestions. super professional and a pleasure to work with!
When it comes time to select a real estate agent in the South Bay, George Fotion should be your first choice. Throughout the process George was friendly, knowledgeable, and hands-on, meeting with us when needed and openly communicating at each step. His ability to analyze the area housing “Comps” and strategize on how set the list price were spot-on. Together we determined that listing “as-is” was the best approach for this specific property. George provided terrific resources to handle property photography, property clean-out and even a moving crew. Having dealt with many agents on numerous properties in the past, integrity and responsiveness are key traits we look for . . . George possesses both of these. George’s efforts yielded multiple offers within a few days. Clearly the best real estate professional we have ever worked with.
Call Realty w George Fotion went above and beyond all expectations. We never met George in person but his quiet, unpretentious efficiency and professionalism was the reason we picked him, and boy are we glad we did!!! We took his advice, allowed him to strategize, and sold the house for 200K above the listing price in 2 days. George knows Palos Verdes, he knows the market, and he knows what he’s doing. Thankyou Call Realty and George Fotion for making everything so smooth and profitable.
George did a wonderful job selling our home. It was well marketed and we experienced a steady flow of potential buyers. We had great communication throughout the entire process. He is a nice and is very easy to work with. Highly recommended.
My brothers and I have been involved in wheeling and dealing in real estate all our adult lives. We hardly ever use realtors, but we hired George to sell a house in Palos Verdes because none of us were around. It turns out that George was the best realtor any of us have ever run into! And, his clients got the house because of his novel and very interesting way he wrote up the offer; it put them first among multiple bidders. He is the only realtor that I would recommend to a friend!
I am writing this review to communicate how amazing of a job George did for my parents in helping them sell their house in Rancho Palos Verdes. I researched a lot of brokers/agents for my parents, but what drew me to contact George was the significant number of reviews from people in the same situation as me-elderly parents that were selling their home on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Those reviews were glowing and after working with George I can definitely see why. From day one, George has been the knowledgeable, ethical professional my parents needed to help them with their sale. His deep history of living and working on the Palos Verdes Peninsula provides him with a depth of understanding of the local housing market I did not find in any of the multiple other agents/Brokers that I interviewed. In addition, his understanding of the broader economic trends, the psychology of buyers and sellers, and his ability to communicate this information in a way and everyday person can understand were huge plusses. I can’t say this enough, George’s communication skills are amazing-we always felt informed every step of the way, and he truly forms a partnership with his clients, ensuring they always feel heard. To top it off, his marketing strategy was amazing, producing a huge volume of showings and multiple offers to buy my parent’s property. This review wouldn’t be complete without talking about how great of a negotiator George is. Throughout this process George’s ability to negotiate with Agents and their buyers is something that really wowed my parents and I. To sum it up, from the day my parents signed their listing agreement to the day their escrow closed George had our best interests in heart and delivered amazing service. I would highly recommend George Fotion as a real estate broker for all your real estate needs.
George is a remarkable, hard working and brilliant realtor.
I asked several questions regarding value, marketability and the market himself. His responses allowed me to make a reasoned, other than emotional, decision. I recommend Mr. George Fotion enthusiastically and fully.
We couldn't have been happier with George's services. His responsiveness was unbelievable. He not only answered all of our questions lightening quick, but he was always 3 steps ahead of us, seeing and addressing things before we even thought of them. He is eminently knowledgeable about not only the process, but the market too. That said, he also was willing to listen to us and talk through approach on things. He also worked extremely hard to get us a great deal. And he DID! Highest recommendation possible!
I have been interacting with Mr. George Fotion to find suitable home for us in the Palace Verdes region. We are very impressed with his detailed knowledge of the region and market. He is truly a professional and I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending him as a realtor broker.
George is absolutely AMAZING!!! He helped us find and secure our dream home. We are so lucky to have found him, and to be able to work with him, because his level of customer service and communication is off the charts. I recommend using his services if you are serious about buying a home and want to enjoy the process along the way.
George Fotion is professional, but also down to earth, friendly and on top of his game. It has been a pleasure to work with him on the sale of our property. He exceeded our expectations and would highly recommend! Thanks, George! : )
George Fotion is a realtor that is on top of things during the entire transaction. It really makes a transaction a lot easier because of how diligent he is.
George Fotion is a GOLD star realtor! I've been in the position of thinking of down-sizing , and George has been super nformatoive and so helpful:
George has gone out of his way to get added information for me.
I feel with George, that, of course, he'd benefit from selling my home, but, more importantly, he wants to do a admirable job for me and wants me to be happy with my decision.
*One super quality of George is if you email him a question you have an answer pronto- be it good or bad. If he hasn't an answer to your question he contacts someone who does.
Can't say enough good things about George!!!!!
George is one of the most knowlegable and astute brokers that I have come across in the Palos Verdes Peninsula. His understanding and knowledge of the market is unmatched. George has a strong handle on what properties are coming on the market, what is fair market vaue and being able to structure a deal that is beneficial to both buyer and seller. I highly recommend George to anyone interested in buying or selling within Palos Verdes and for that matter within the Southbay area.
George Fotion was able to find a buyer for our vacant land in RPV. He's a very knowledgeable realtor in the South Bay. Knows the history of the area. Great communication, quick to respond and a real problem solver. Selling raw land anywhere is challenging but George was able to get the deal done. He put together a strong marketing plan and hit the ground running to find us a buyer. If you're looking for someone who has the years of experience in the industry and area....George Fotion is your man.
I highly recommend George Fotion for anyone looking for a real estate agent. He was professional, always responsive to calls and emails, and extremely knowledgeable of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. We had an issue that arose from the inspection. He took the reins and expertly guided us through a challenging escrow. He went above and beyond to keep the buyer alive and get the property sold.
George Fotion has a soul. His advice, guidance, expertise is driven solely by what is in the best interest of his client, and never his own. He is a man who can be trusted, who honors his every word, and who is willing to dig in and go the extra distance. I never intended to sell my once in a lifetime luxury estate on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, but George approached me with an opportunity i could not refuse, and it played out exactly as he thought it would- while making the process seamless, painless, and effortless on my part- all while i was living on the east coast. On a scale of 1-10, George Fotion crushes the scale, sets the new standard, and exceeds all expectation. thank you George for everything you did for me.
We reached out to various agents in the South Bay (Palos Verdes) in our search for a home in the area. George was the most responsive, energetic and passionate. So, we hit it off. He patiently educated us the market conditions in the area, and it did not take long before he understood our parameters as he showed us various homes we were interested in. Of course, he was responsive via texts, calls and emails as we discussed the homes visited. At no point during the process that we felt pressured to enter into contract. He even advised us against a home that we liked because he felt obligated in letting us know the lack of comps to support the listed price in the specific neighborhood.
Fast forward a month or so later, we regrouped with George
once we identified a target. He was quick in providing a very candid assessment of the pros and cons, and gave us his gut valuation of the home. He also used web analytics from an in-house database of unique user views of the property, and incorporated that into his negotiation tool on our behalf during the contract process. He consistently pushed the bank and appraiser to meet the deadlines for closing. It is worth emphasizing that we came out of the process trusting George ever more in his integrity and diligence.
I can't say enough nice things about George and his efforts to help us sell our parent's home. He was the consummate professional and worked hard to make sure our needs were taken care of quickly and efficiently. He was very patient with all of our questions and timely in his responses to even the most novice of questions. His advice was spot on and he worked incredibly hard to make sure everything was completed in the end. We trusted him completely and were well-rewarded in the end. I thank him so much and most highly recommend him.
Excellent service , quick response ,Very professional , explained all steps in detail , and we sold successfully , I will recommend George to all My friends
I've worked with George Fotion on 2 real estate transactions, both buying my home and selling my home. Both times he made the process as easy and seamless as possible. When selling my home, his professional marketing skills attracted multiple offers within the first 2 days of listing, which greatly reduced the stresses of selling. I will definitely use his service again and I encourage anyone looking for an agent to do the same.
I would highly recommend George for all of your real estate needs and encourage you to get in touch with him. Absolutely the best! Professional, knowledgeable, efficient, but most importantly always there for his clients!
We were lucky enough to accidentally run into George as he was representing the seller of the 1st home that we looked at in the RPV neighborhood. My wife and I felt an instant connection with George and we were immediately impressed with his knowledge of the area and his ability to guide us through the process of home buying. He was always there to answer our questions and stayed on top of all involved in the sale the whole way through.
5 stars George!!
George represented us in the purchase of a home in Palos Verdes, and we highly recommend him. From our initial interaction through closing, he was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, patient, and trustworthy. He gave thoughtful, accurate, and timely responses to our many questions. The depth of his experience in the local market and skill as a realtor proved to be a tremendous value as we navigated a hot market with limited inventory. We never doubted his integrity—he steered us away from problematic properties and cautioned us against overbidding.
From talking to us on Christmas Day about making an offer to putting us in touch with vendors, George has consistently gone above and beyond for us as clients. His insight was invaluable in negotiating and ultimately making the right to decision for our family. You can’t go wrong with engaging George as your agent.
To my surprise, George was able to sell my house! My husband found George through recommendations and I reluctantly agreed to put our house on the market thinking it was never going to sell. He was able to sell our house without any open houses and we even stopped showing the inside after the first two weeks. He was able to make the process as non-intrusive as possible. He was very professional and kept us informed. The whole process was very easy and it speaks to his expertise and experience in the local real estate market. Thank you George for taking such great care of us.
As a trusted broker with invaluable experience in the South Bay, George guided us every step of the way with his knowledge and feedback while always keeping our interests at heart. The sale of our home really could not have gone any smoother thanks to George!
My wife and I recently purchased a house is Rancho Palos Verdes. Our realtor was George Fotion. We had a very complicated purchase process and George was there with us every step of the way. George’s knowledge of the Palos Verdes Peninsula is unrivaled. If you’re looking for an honest, knowledgeable realtor that will truly work for you, then George is your guy.
George helped me purchased my beautiful home in RPV. He provided exceptional service and expertise from making a very informed decision in the beginning to financing and explaining meticulous details about the home. He is very knowable about the housing market, extremely patient in explaining even the smallest details, very responsive in answering phone calls, texts, and emails. And most of all, just nice to talk with. I would definitely recommend George if you are hunting for a house, considering investing in the real estate market, or making a decision to sell.
We sold our parents’ home thru George Fotion, who’d provided a market valuation estimate of the house for our mother a couple of years earlier. George is a truly warm and caring individual with an uncanny understanding of the Palos Verdes real estate market (locations, home values, buyers, and sellers), a rock-solid process for producing successful sales, and a Rolodex full of great support people. George helped us understand the strengths of the house, advised us on how to address its weaknesses, and provided names for landscape services, repair and inspection contractors, and staging as an integrated team. He provided us with a well-reasoned sale price, two dozen would-be buyers, and five offers. Despite a challenging environment, we sold the house at its suggested list price. Even so, beyond simply doing the job of “selling” the house, George was always ready to answer questions, provide information, insight, and advice, and support the emotional side of this challenging transaction. Palos Verdes is blessed to have George there, and we have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who’s selling a home or looking to find one in the area.
George Fotion provided an invaluable service in the sale of my parent's home in Palos Verdes Estates. He helped me navigate through a seemingly endless list of issues that arose in preparing an older property for sale, including trust issues, permits, water damage and reconstruction, etc. He was always available to tackle the issues as the came up. He has a deep understanding of the real estate market in Palos Verdes and a unique ability to get things done efficiently and effectively. I could not have been more satisfied with the experience and the outcome.
If you are looking to buy a home in the Palos Verdes area, look no further! My family and I worked with George Fotion for several months as we searched for a new home. He is the consummate professional and you will be hard-pressed to find an agent that is more knowledgeable about Palos Verdes homes. Not only is he familiar with every street and neighborhood on the hill, but he is also well known by property owners and agents alike. George is very responsive and took the time to make sure he answered all of our questions. George is simply the BEST and is one of the most honest and straightforward people I have ever dealt with. He is not only a great real estate agent, but most importantly a terrific human being. We look forward to working with George again in the future.
It is a pleasure and a privilege to post this 5 star review and publicly thank George Fotion at Call Realty for the outstanding job he has done for our family with the completed sale of our inherited home , and to express my gratitude on-line for his assistance in so many ways with the responsibilities for managing this aspect of our parents' legacy
At the very outset, George laid out a brilliant strategy consistent with our request for an ambitious timeline, and at every step of the way, he has provided hands-on assistance and participation with expert team members to achieve stellar results. The process included inspections, preparations of the house for showing, online marketing exposure, open houses, interactions with buyers agents, and more.
The pricing model he developed helped us list with a competitive price to motivate potential buyers, and paired with a powerful marketing strategy combined with integrity and transparency allowed us to realize the true value of the property at time of sale and peace of mind throughout the escrow process.
George's professionalism and hard work has culminated in a smooth sales process and has rewarded our family's confidence in him. I give him my highest recommendation him as a listing agent for your home in Palos Verdes or elsewhere in the South Bay.
Great folks.
Very helpful, professional and knowledgeable.
We have nothing but high praise for George Fotion of Call Realty. Our intention was to interview multiple realtors in preparation for selling a home in Palos Verdes Estates. George impressed us with his command of the local market, attention to detail and plan to showcase the home. We immediately realized that he needed be our realtor. George is the king of contingency planning and he will forecast every bump in the road and have a corresponding solution. By advising us to take proactive measures, George engineered a smooth and successful transaction. George Fotion is a consummate professional, who far exceeded our expectations. Highest recommendation. Chrysa and Craig Brothers
Our family chose George Fotion to help us sell our parents' home of 52 years in Rancho Palos Verdes and he did a brilliant job. From start to finish, George was thorough, thoughtful and impressively responsive. We especially appreciated his accurate assessment of local market conditions and his honest and sincere approach. His use of clever and unique internet-based material was also impressive. George articulated a simple yet cohesive strategy from the beginning and was extremely organized and helpful throughout the process. He kept his finger on the pulse at every stage, and had creative and effective solutions to situations as they arose. He kept our stress level to a minimum and made this potentially difficult process as smooth as is could be. We would strongly recommend George to be your real estate resource.
If you are looking to buy or sell a home in Palos Verdes, you would be doing yourself a great service to make George Fotion of Call Realty Palos Verdes homes your first call! I’ve worked with George to sell two homes in Palos Verdes in the past two years, and I wouldn’t have used him the second time if he didn’t exceed all expectations on the first.
He is by far the most knowledgeable person I’ve come across on the hill, very well connected, extremely easy to work with, and a genuine pleasure to know. Both homes that George sold with me had significant challenges associated with them. George navigated these with ease by setting the proper expectations, keeping us informed and staying in constant communication through the entire process, sharing his honest and realistic views, and in the end he was able to sell our homes above what we originally thought we would get.
I highly recommend contacting George if you are looking for or selling a home in Palos Verdes, and if I ever need real estate services in PV again I would go with George in a second.
UPDATE: George just closed another transaction for us (9/19) and has delivered excellent service once again. After selling our home, we spent months looking for another one and despite the extended time period he remained patient and persistent. When we finally located our home, George helped negotiate a favourable outcome despite some issues. We are always grateful for his help and guidance. He's a great realtor and a great guy.
(3/19) George came through for us once again! After purchasing our home last year with George, we were surprised with a 4th baby and needed to turn around and sell the home quickly. George handled the transaction smoothly, along our proposed timeline and without a hitch. He's a true professional and gets the job done. Thanks again, George!
We stumbled across George’s website as we started our search for Palos Verdes homes. Though the website doesn’t always display quite right depending on the device you’re using to view it, it was one of the most informative local real estate sites we’ve used. If you’re looking for a home on the Palos Verdes peninsula, it can’t be beat. Based on the quantity and quality of the data on the website, we decided to give George a call and we’re happy we did. He was even more informative in person. At our initial meeting, he gave us even more relevant insight into market conditions and homes in the area. We engaged George as our buyer’s agent and he helped us find and purchase the perfect home.
The previous reviews say it all....George is a top notch professional. He covered so much more than what we expected from a RE agent during our recent home purchase. Any concerns we had due to the fact that we were out of state were addressed and put to ease with the help of George's guidance. He's extremely pro-active and has an incredible network on the Peninsula. We couldn't have been more pleased with the end result and will not hesitate to recommend George to any and everyone.
George Fotion of Call Realty Best Palos Verdes Homes is a consummate professional and true gentleman. His distinguished tenure on “the hill” provides him with a deep historical market perspective that is unrivaled. George’s effective communication skills coupled with a rare ability to assess both buyers and sellers needs enables him to craft an agreement that is a win-win and positive experience for all involved.
Our transaction was a more challenging one as it was conducted long distance and George went above and beyond in handling myriad complicated logistics issues beyond the scope of the the normal real estate transaction process. His patient, reassuring, and friendly personality made him a delight to work with and I can’t thank him enough for his assistance in making our transition to the lovely Palos Verdes Peninsula such a pleasant and rewarding experience.
George Fotion receives my strongest personal recommendation for all of your real estate needs in the South Bay.
George came recommended to my mother by family friends who were impressed with his honesty and professionalism on the seller’s side during their own home purchase transaction. In our experience with George, he equaled and even surpassed their assessment, going to great lengths to assure my mother of a low-stress, positive home-selling experience. In helping my mother through the process of selling her home, George maintained a positive, patient and professional manner at all times, leading to a smooth transaction and closing. George negotiated strongly on my mother’s behalf, anticipated problems before they occurred, and consistently worked in her best interest. We are absolutely pleased with the outcome of the sale. His brochures and virtual tour for my mother’s house were outstanding.
George not only knows the Palos Verdes market, but is completely trustworthy and honest and a pleasure to work with. I feel truly lucky to have had George as my mother’s realtor.
Sincerely,
Alison Cocotis
For all things Real Estate and community affairs, I count on George Fotion. I have known George for nine years. He has answered so many questions and contributed information for so many projects like trails preservation and a neighborhood directory that I was delighted to finally get to pay him a commission. He more than earned every penny of it.
A good life is a matter of teamwork. Even if you are not in the "market" this minute, things change. Having George on my team has gotten me through some challenging situations. If you live on the Palos Verdes Peninsula or think you would like to live here, George is the person to befriend, NOW.
George sold our house in less then 24hrs at a good price that we were very happy with. He is very professional and knowledgeable. We look forward to working with him the future and would recommend his services.
George is fantastic! He is a highly experienced realtor that has worked with our family for over a decade in Palos Verdes. He is a true professional and if that's not enough he is also just a wonderful human being. We're so very grateful for all of his help and hard work! Thanks again George :)
Words aren’t really sufficient to describe George Fotion....honesty, integrity, enthusiasm, a great personality, attention to detail and proficient in every aspect of real estate are just a few of his many positive qualities .
As trustee for my parents estate, I was faced with the daunting task of selling our family home of 68 years. I had 3 siblings to consult with, had never sold a house or dealt with a realtor before, and I live on the other side of the country. Thankfully one of my moms dearest friends happens to be George's wife...and that is how George became our realtor. It was definitely Divine direction.
George kindly and patiently walked me through the whole process of house selling, from beginning to end, with an added measure of emotional support to help with ‘letting go’ of our beloved home.
His immense knowledge and expertise in real estate in the Rancho Palos Verdes area, including Portuguese Bend, played a huge part in making the process as smooth and easy as possible for us. From our first meeting together, and all the way through listing and closing, George was always available and was in constant contact via text, phone and email. His marketing skills are unsurpassed, as can be seen from his excellent use of media....featuring the house with high quality pictures, an expertly produced video, and of course his descriptive writing skills.
George took care of everything that needed to be done, including providing qualified and skilled trades people to prepare the house, all of whom were top notch in their respective fields. The house sold quickly and Escrow closed early. Many, many thanks to you George!
If you are selling or buying a house in the area, you need look no further...George Fotion is the man!
This is going to be a very easy endorsement of George Fotion. To say he is an expert in the Palos Verdes market is an understatement. He definitely exceeded all our expectations. From start to finish, George was extremely professional and hard-working. He always kept us informed of the process and was always available to us 24/7. We were lucky enough to have received multiple offers on our Palos Verdes home and George was able to work with all the other realtors in order to achieve the best possible price for our home. We highly recommend George!
I interviewed multiple realtors before choosing George to sell my parents' home in RPV. I chose George because he has both tremendous local expertise and a genial manner. As an out-of-state seller, I appreciated the fact that George took care of everything that needed to be done, including a lot of little details that I wouldn't have thought of. We ended up with multiple offers and George handled everything very fairly and ethically. The process was smooth and the outcome was beyond our expectations. I highly recommend him!
I "met" George on Facebook a few years ago. I always enjoyed his posts, adding a bit of levity to what could be an otherwise dry topic. I have asked him questions over the years about real estate, and he has always answered them, even though he was under no obligation to do so. Fast forward to today, and I am thrilled to say he accomplished exactly what he said he would in an extremely timely manner, 22 days to be exact! He sold the house we've been living in for 27 years, and he did it without any problems at all. In fact, he has this business down to a science! Every time I bring up his name, it is met with accolades of one type or another. He has a reputation on the Hill that rivals no other. I would highly recommend him for any of your real estate needs!
After doing some research, I choose George to sell our family home in Palos Verdes that we had lived in since 1964. The best possible choice I could have made. I thought we knew Palos Verdes after 50 years of residency. He knew the community, the city, the neighborhood and even our street from his own vast experience on the hill. He is extremely tech savvy. His marketing plan was perfect. He was amazingly responsive. He consistently went the extra mile and the results were fabulous.
I have done 4 transactions with George. He really knows Palos Verdes Estates, but he also really understands buyers/sellers/the market/negotiation and is very resourceful. In our most recent transaction, i was very controlling, and he not only accommodated me, but we collaborated frequently on how to make this the best possible experience for everyone. It was a near perfect transaction. I am a happy seller, and my buyers are super happy, too.
I took my time finding a good realtor to represent my parent’s property for sale. Several agents came through the house and I found them all knowledgeable and agreeable. However, George Fotion, along with decades of sales history in the Palos Verdes homes market, had the best grasp of computer technology and I knew he was the man for the job as so many use the web in their search for a home. George guided the sale smoothly from needed (but not superfluous) repairs through a well paced negotiation that resulted in a speedy and very satisfying sale of the property. George knows his stuff!
George is a very knowledgeable real estate agent for the Palos Verdes homes area. He has connections to many resources to help make the process smoother due to his experience in the industry. He provides market data and other tools that were not used by other agents which are very helpful such as: market trends and value metrics for Palos Verdes homes. George guided us through with his expertise and also added his brilliant sense of humor, which is well needed in this competitive market landscape.
Working with George Fotion of Call Realty is a dream. His attention to detail is superb and devotion to his customers is just legendary. He helped me understand the Palos Verdes marketplace right from the get go.
George did an amazing job selling our home. He projected a timeline for the sale of the property, and everything came together exactly as he predicted. George's knowledge about achieving the best outcome gave us a great deal of confidence throughout the selling process. My husband and I could not be more pleased at the results we received. We highly recommend George to anyone needing a real estate expert. And he's a really nice guy, too!
We are more than pleased with the complete process of selling our home of 52 years, in Rancho Palos Verdes with George Fotion at the helm. From start to finish George listened to our requirements and made them happen. From our point of view, the sale was flawless, and smooth as glass. He had numerous good offers within a few days of listing, we chose our buyer, and every deadline was met. This man worked harder for us than we expected and went beyond anything we could have imagined. We recommend, George Fotion with complete and total confidence when you need any real estate tasks done on your Palos Verdes home.
My family had an old house in Rancho Palos Verdes. It was owned by four family members. We lived far away from each other and one lived overseas. We decided to sell the house in the summer of 2016. In our meeting with George Fotion, he listened attentively to our family situation, understood our needs, then he gave us information how we could start the process.
George is the agent who has all aspects knowledge of real estate. Knowing what buyers are looking for, he suggested cost-effective ways of remodeling. As the result, the house was attractive to buyers but didn’t cost us a fortune to remodel. We all lived far from the property. He took care of the house so that it stayed in a good condition. Setting a realistic sale price is critical for a seller; George's market analysis and suggested pricing range were very important to make sure we would not lose money but also to make sure we could get the highest market price possible. With his marketing expertise, he managed to have the house under a contract in four days. He was good at negotiating and the house sold higher than its list price.
Getting the tremendous amount of paperwork done on time for escrow can be stressful. Because owned by four owners, the complexity of this transaction was far beyond most residential real estate transactions. George guided us through the entire escrow process step by step. He was very organized and detail oriented in dealing with paperwork, coordinated with the escrow office resulting in closing the escrow in two weeks.
George is easy to contact, always prompt at returning our calls/ emails/ text or answering questions. He is resourceful on real estate related issues, such as contractors, legal, accounting, etc. It was a great experience to have Mr. George Fotion as our agent. His professional knowledge and personalized service made the entire selling process smooth and worry-free. I will recommend Mr. George Fotion to anyone who wants to buy/sell houses in southwest ocean side of Los Angeles area. My words are not just enough to describe his excellent service.
Sincerely,
Grace Hu
George has been our go to realtor for about 10 years now . He has helped our family buy and sell several properties during this time. He is the ultimate professional , and his knowledge of the market is outstanding. We highly recommend him to anyone interested in the real estate market
I've been working for George Fotion as a marketing vendor for about four years now with with two different ventures. He's always on top of his game meaning on top of me and my work. George has an amazing ability to grasp even the most advanced concepts I throw at him, and execute on deploying an array of complex technical products. I'm writing this review to say thanks for years of great work together. :)
My siblings and I decided to sell our family home in PVE. First thing, find a realtor we all agree on, yikes! Turned out not to be a problem. We spoke to several agents. George had, by far, the best marketing strategy and overall knowledge of the market not to mention a very well thought out and informative presentation. So that, along with his honesty, enthusiasm and positive attitude, impressed us all and we quickly decided he was the one for the job. That was a very good decision on our part as it turned out. From beginning to close of escrow George worked really hard for us. He kept us informed throughout and answered our questions as they arose. For every offer he laid out the ups and downs and waited for our instruction. When we accepted an offer was when we discovered that George was a master negotiator. How lucky for us! Turns out you need that ability to secure the right deal. He not only had to negotiate with the buyer but with all of us as well. We all had our own ideas so he had to unite us which he did by presenting the facts for all of us to see and keeping us focused, not an easy task at times :-) We received top dollar for the home and are all very happy. Thank you George for you hard work and dedication! We give George Fotion the highest of recommendations!
I would highly recommend George Fotion with Call Realty for your home real estate transaction needs. George recently represented my wife and I in the successful sale of our townhouse and is now assisting us in the purchase of a single family home. In representing us on the seller side, George did a wonderful job of marketing the property and getting the word out, first with a professional photo shoot and drone video flyover, then posting this information extensively on various RE web sites as well as the MLS. We believe George’s impressive marketing strategy and connections with the local realty community were the main reasons we received and accepted a competitive offer so soon after listing. The escrow process went smoothly and we closed the sale basically on time without any significant issues.
On the buyer side, George has provided us with prompt, notifications as properties have been listed on the market, allowing us to quickly review the information and determine if the property met our needs. This is important in today’s “seller” market, where desirable properties receive quick attention and multiple offers. With George’s help in crafting and presenting a competitive offer, we are now we are now in the escrow process and anticipate a successful closing soon.
Thank you George!!
I don’t usually write recommendations online, but George Photion needs to be highly suggested for your home buying needs. George was billed as “top notch”. Never once did he stray from that reputation. From our first meeting to assess my needs, to every Saturday diligently showing me properties, George was knowledgable and honest on every house we saw. He was never pushy, and he was ALWAYS patient. He gave me his outstanding opinion when I needed it, and was very clear, honest and professional in every interaction.
I found what I wanted, it was a great deal, and I am extremely happy! Thanks George!
George Fotion of Call realty did an outstanding job. I am an attorney. The seller was the trustee of a trust. Such a sale is different than a standard sale of residential realty. George did all of his homework, did everything correctly, and involved me as necessary so that I could do my job properly. I was very impressed with his marketing strategy and organization in approaching the sale. I am sure that we received the highest possible price through his efforts.
My experience with George was fantastic from start to finish. George has a deep understanding of the market and gave me great advice throughout the buying and selling process. I would strongly recommend George.
George exemplifies the full measure of professionalism. His thoughtful and masterful approach recently helped our family secure our dream home in Palos Verdes. His guidance, coaching and advice has truly made it an incredibly rewarding, enjoyable, and happy memory for us. He will always hold a special place in our hearts and in our home. Do yourself a favor and give him a call without hesitation.
George is what I would describe as a consummate professional. He really knows his local real estate market and has great knowledge of the entire real estate transaction. This expertise really comes into play when negotiating on behalf of his clients. If you are looking to buy/sell real estate in southern California, I would strongly recommend giving George a call if you are wanting the best terms with the least red tape. He loves going the extra mile to create a client for life. I always look forward to doing business with George!
We are home buyers who have known George Fotion for 3+ years. He recently helped us purchase “the condo of our dreams.” His sound advice and knowledge of the market allowed us to win a short, intense bidding war. George is a man of integrity and we highly recommend him for any real estate transactions in the Palos Verdes - coastal cities area. Here is a list of some of his best attributes.
AVAILABLE. By text or email, George seems to be available 24/7, with prompt and insightful replies. He has even composed a short video to clearly illustrate his points.
PATIENT. We looked at many properties with George during a multi-year search. He was extremely patient and happy to work with us. His motto is always, “At your service!”
PROFESSIONAL. George has worked in the Palos Verdes - coastal cities market for decades. Other realtors all seem to know, respect, and like him. He inspires confidence during complicated closing transactions. This is extremely helpful to new and seasoned home buyers and sellers alike. GREAT EYE FOR DETAIL. George really notices things that other realtors, buyers, and sellers could easily miss. If there are subtle cracks or water marks in the walls or ceilings, a few termite droppings, or outdated or incorrect finishings, he will see them. This provides a timely cautionary heads up for prospective buyers. MARKET AWARENESS. George posts helpful online videos that discuss market conditions and trends. He maintains a statistical database to support his reasoning. He protects clients from spam associated with big search engines like Trulia, Zillow, and Realtor.com. PERSONAL. George takes a keen personal interest in all of his clients, and he tailors home searches to them. In one instance, he provided the listing to a home he previously sold—he knew that home would be ideal for us. He was correct! Even after the sale, he continues to provide helpful connections to craftsmen and vendors who can help with renovations.
My family and I are very grateful to George. Our family home in Rancho Palos Verdes was to be sold following the death of our Dad who lived in the house forever. George helped us with all sorts of details—and we were all many miles away. The sale of the house went seamlessly—he and his support operation took care of everything and we couldn’t be more pleased with the entire transaction and would strongly recommend him for those considering selling their Palos Verdes homes. Chief Operating Officer at Tucker Ellis, LLP
George Fotion is passionate, kind-hearted, has honest integrity; along with being loyal to his clients in the selling process! He got us the best offer, because of his excellent negotiation skills. His office staff as well are very efficient. George is a very special Real Estate extraordinaire. We aren't forgotten even after a sale. He always sends us his Christmas Family greetings which are very fun to read; along with a lovely calendar every year. He IS the best EVER Agent! Sheila and Peter Compton
