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CLIENT REVIEWS
5 stars on Google. In their words.
“Dan truly went above and beyond for me and my husband throughout our first home-buying experience.”
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We’re out-of-state buyers unfamiliar with the area, so it was important to us to have a realtor we trusted to make house-hunting recommendations based on our preferences and lifestyle. Dan was that person for us and quickly picked up on exactly what we were looking for. He was always willing to help coordinate appointments, provide trusted recommendations, answer our many questions, and advocate for us when needed.
On top of it all, Dan has the best attitude. He’s positive, patient, responsive, and a joy to work with. We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor to guide us through buying our first home and would recommend him without hesitation!
“As a fellow real estate professional from another state, I can confidently say that Dan is an exceptional real estate agent.”
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I was fortunate to be introduced to him earlier this year to help my husband and me sell our condo while upgrading to a larger home.
From the start, we were managing two major transactions at once—listing our condo while actively searching for a new home. Although we had a budget and a general area in mind, like many buyers we were both geographically and philosophically all over the place. Dan was incredibly patient and a fantastic listener as we threw him more than a few curveballs along the way. He had an impressive ability to cut through the noise, understand what truly mattered to us, and guide us toward the best course of action.
Once we found the right home, Dan clearly communicated expectations and walked us through every step of the due diligence process. I especially appreciated his strong network of trusted professionals—any time we needed an inspection or expert opinion, Dan truly “had a guy for that,” which gave us great confidence in our decision-making.
On the selling side, Dan expertly navigated multiple showings and offers on our condo. He worked tirelessly behind the scenes to keep the process moving smoothly, advocated for our interests, and ensured that all parties felt heard and respected. Thanks to his professionalism, experience, and steady guidance, both transactions were handled seamlessly.
I would highly recommend Dan to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, patient, and well-connected real estate professional.
“He never missed an opportunity to fight for us.”
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We met Dan at an open house and immediately hit it off. From the very beginning, it was clear that he was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the specific neighborhood we hoped to end up in. He took the time to truly understand what we wanted and needed in a home, and once he did, he hit the ground running.
We ended up finding the house of our dreams just one week before we were scheduled to leave for a two-week trip to Japan. Somehow, Dan made the entire process feel seamless despite our being overseas. He handled the inspection and appraisal from start to finish and kept us informed every step of the way while we were abroad.
This was our first time buying a home, and Dan was an absolute pro. He educated us throughout the process while consistently advocating for our best interests. During the inspection, two significant issues came up: a structural concern and necessary repairs to the pool pump. Dan negotiated on our behalf and successfully got the seller to fix all of it, along with several other items. When the appraisal came in slightly below the agreed-upon purchase price, Dan once again stepped in and negotiated with the seller to reduce the price so we didn’t have to pay anything out of pocket.
To top it off, when a seller issue caused our closing date to be pushed back, Dan used that inconvenience as leverage to have the seller address additional items for us. He never missed an opportunity to fight for us.
As an attorney, I have high expectations when it comes to professionalism, advocacy, and attention to detail, and Dan exceeded every single one. We truly feel that he went above and beyond for us at every stage of the process.
We now consider Dan a friend and absolutely look forward to working with him again when we purchase our second home down the road. We would recommend him without hesitation to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and trustworthy real estate agent.
MEET DAN
Investors first, agents second.
We buy, renovate and hold property in the Valley ourselves, so we price, negotiate and inspect like owners. My wife Shaina leads our investment side, and together we run a vacation rental cabin in northern Arizona with close to 200 5-star guest reviews. We bought it partly for the tax benefits, and we walk our investor clients through how that strategy works. $100M+ closed across Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and North Phoenix, with every contract managed by our transaction team.
BOOK A CALL WITH DAN →Questions buyers ask me
Which Scottsdale neighborhood is the best value?
On my short list, McDowell Mountain Ranch: a single-family median around $1.05M and about $475 per square foot over the last 12 months of MLS sales, with parks, pools and trailheads built in. See McDowell Mountain Ranch.
Is 85254 Phoenix or Scottsdale?
Both. 85254 crosses the city line, so part of it sits in the City of Phoenix and part in the City of Scottsdale, and the mailing address does not always match the city limits. That affects city services and tax rates, so check the city on the tax record, not just the address. Most of the ZIP is served by Paradise Valley Unified schools; confirm the assignment for any specific home. See 85254 homes and sales.
How fast are Scottsdale homes selling?
It depends on the community. Across the neighborhoods I track, median days on market over the last 12 months ran from about 34 in McDowell Mountain Ranch to about 65 in Grayhawk. Priced right, the best homes still go fast.
Do you work with buyers moving from out of state?
Yes, it is a big part of my business. Most of my relocation clients start with my free Scottsdale Relocation Guide and a 20-minute call, so we can narrow the map before you fly in.
What does investors first mean for my purchase or sale?
We own and renovate property here, so we look at every home the way an owner would: condition, what the fixes really cost, resale and rent. You get that read before you write an offer or set a list price.