Kathy Samuel

"Kathy is a pleasure to work with. She is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and best of all, sold our home very quickly! I highly recommend working with her."

"Kathy Samuel was a delight to work with and very professional. She knows the market quite well and helped us sell our property quite promptly. I would recommend Kathy for your home-selling needs."

"I have worked with Kathy multiple times on properties in Dana Point. She is the utmost professional and her deep level of experience made working with her seamless as well as a pleasure. She represents her clients with the utmost integrity and her savvy business approach serves them well. I always look forward to the opportunity to work with her she is an outstanding realtor!"

"Kathy sold our home 5 days above the asking price with multiple offers. What else is there to say? She is very knowledgeable of the market in Orange County and had a great marketing strategy, complimented by an excellent photographer and home stager. Kathy stayed involved the entire time from start to finish and her communication was excellent. We highly recommend Kathy and would use her again."

"Kathy helped us purchase our forever home and we couldn't be happier. She sent and showed us listings for months until we found the right property. Once we found the right property she negotiated a great deal on our behalf. Her local knowledge helped us find the best house for our needs. Kathy was proactive throughout the process and exceeded all of our expectations. We absolutely would recommend Kathy."

"We met Kathy at an open house, and she has since helped us purchase property and also sell the property. Kathy is highly professional, very responsive, and in all honestly a delight to work with. Kathy has helped us out with so many little things which went far above and beyond her remit- for which we are very grateful. When the time comes again we won't look anywhere else for professional assistance and I won't hesitate to recommend her to our local friends/contacts. Thanks, Kathy!"

"I would recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a realtor. As a newly divorced woman, I had a lot of fears and questions and Kathy was so kind and would always respond to my calls and texts immediately and helped me navigate the entire process. She quickly figured out exactly the type of home I wanted and did everything she could to make sure I was able to buy the perfect home. Kathy was so professional and such a great realtor. She went above and beyond to help me. I would work with her again."

"Kathy has her finger on the pulse of the Niguel Shores community. She helped me get our family home prepared for sale with a team of professionals that she coordinated seamlessly. The home photographs and marketing materials were beautiful. Kathy had buyers ready to go once the house was listed and we were able to accept an offer above the list price. Kathy made the whole process so easy for me. From start to finish concierge service. Not only is Kathy an expert professional, but she is a lovely and kind person to work with."

"Kathy Samuel is an excellent realtor, and she's an easy person to work with during what can sometimes be a very stressful time. She is always available by phone, text, or email. When our home was in escrow, she followed up with us daily, and she found a solution for every problem that came up. I'm not gonna lie we had quite a few problems! The sign of a great agent is the ability to get past the problems and move forward with the sale! I would highly recommend Kathy Samuel to anyone who wants an agent with extensive knowledge and great customer service!"

"This is our third time in five years utilizing Kathy to help us with our real estate transactions. There are many realtors that will list your home, Kathy will sell it! We decided to sell our house in early December and we were going to wait till the first of the year to list it. However, after speaking with Kathy she helped us understand that we were in a desirable area and should consider listing right away. We made the decision to list and in a week she had our home staged, had photos taken, and a home brochure produced. conducted three broker open houses and a public open house. Within that week we had two offers with one being a cash offer very near our asking price. We accepted the cash offer and closed on the sale of our house on December 31st. We trust Kathy's advice and guidance and she has never let us down. We highly recommend Kathy not only because of her knowledge and expertise but because of her high integrity and ability to produce results for us."

"Kathy is your go-to realtor for all of your real estate needs. She is professional, attentive, and her knowledge of local market trends is beyond impressive. She is an excellent negotiator and keeps your best interest in mind throughout the entire escrow process. Kathy is a pleasure to work with and will go above and beyond to meet your needs. She is a true industry professional and meets all expectations- I recommend her to anyone without hesitation!"

"Kathy is the Ultimate Professional. If you want results- call Kathy!"

"We loved working with Kathy for the sale of a house of ours. She was communicative and the sale exceeded our expectations in timing and price achieved. We look forward to working with Kathy again."

"This is the third real estate transaction we have done with Kathy. She is the consummate professional and very knowledgeable in the OC beach city markets (Dana Point, Laguna Niguel, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, etc.). Kathy goes above and beyond to ensure a successful real estate transaction and we will not hesitate to use her again on our next real estate transaction."

"Kathy Samuel is an amazing realtor! She knows the market, the trends, and the inventory. Kathy is trustworthy and a well respected agent. She is extremely responsive to our calls and texts, and will help navigate you during the process of making an offer and closing the deal. It has been a real pleasure to work with Kathy and I highly recommend using her for your real estate needs."

"Working with Kathy made the entire process easy and efficient. She is professional, honest, responsive at all hours, and a joy to work with. Her knowledge of the market and local properties is exceptional. Always on top of everything. I would recommend her 110% to anyone with a home to sell."

"Kathy Samuel delivers! We had the perfect home in mind. Kathy worked with us - patiently showed us many different houses- she found us exactly what we were loking for- the home that checked all of the boxes. Then she sold our property in one weekend! Kathy is the best realtor in South Orange County. Highly Recommend."

"Kathy is absolutely wonderful to work with. It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. In past 30+ years we have done more than 10+ real estate transactions with several different agents and Kathy is by far the best! My wife and I live & work in bay area and we were looking for a vacation place with an ocean view in Southern California. Kathy found our dream vacation house with an awesome ocean view. She is thorough and professional and great to work with. She kept us apprised and always let us know as soon as something new came on the market. She is very honest, upfront, and was able to find us our dream vacation house with unbelievable ocean view that fit right in our price range! She is extremely communicative and easy to reach to answer any of our questions at all times. Thank you, Kathy! We are not only pleased to have you as our agent but now humbled to have you as a friend."

"Kathy is an amazing realtor and found us our dream house! She knows the local market and provided expert guidance all the way through our search and purchase. I would recommend Kathy to anyone looking for a home!"

"Kathy offers a truly professional and enjoyable experience for your real estate needs. It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. She truly cares about hers clients and keeps their interests and needs in sharp focus. You can always trust that she is on top of every detail, big and small, which brings great peace of mind in any real estate transaction."

"Kathy is in a league of her own! Professional, knowledgeable, streetwise, decent, caring, attentive, super efficient and backed up by her outstanding team. She is outstanding and would highly recommend her wether you are buying or selling. This medium does not do justice for what we have to say about Kathy. My wife and I are quite happy to give a verbal recommendation on why you should look no further than her."

"Kathy is everything you would want in a realtor; she is knowledgeable, professional and well-connected. There is an ease about the way in which she conducts herself. She comes across as someone that truly loves what she does and enjoys all there is about real estate as a whole. She definitely “has your back" in all negotiations and will work to satisfy your needs and expectations."

"Kathy is amazing to work with and always delivers! She is a consummate professional and very knowledgeable about real estate markets and processes. She makes buying and selling real estate easy! Great work, Kathy!"

"Kathy sold our condo and helped us by a terrific house in Monarch Beach. She was endlessly patient with my wife and I. After showing us 40 or so places over 3-4 months we found our dream house thanks to Kathy. She is a consummate professional, easy to work with, a great listener, empathetic, sincere, always available and has an in depth knowledge of the South Orange County market. In short, she’s a terrific person and the best realtor we’ve ever worked with. We would highly recommend her."

"If you are looking for an expert in the Dana Point coastal market, call Kathy Samuel. She helped us find the perfect listing for our needs, in the right location, with the qualities that worked for us. She knows the right price to offer, how to make an offer stand out as top choice, and always secured the best property for us. She will go above and beyond to make sure your transaction goes smoothly and you are happy with your purchase or sale. We highly recommend Kathy."

"Kathy Samuel is extremely knowledgeable and hardworking, she will do her best for you! I highly recommend Kathy Samuel."

"When it comes to real estate transaction in Dana Point and its surrounding area, be sure to contact Kathy even if you know other people. Kathy has been residing and working in real estate as long as I can remember (and that means decades!) which, to me, is the first most important factor: knowledge and mastery of the area. Then she’s been a professional realtor for a long long time, real estate work must be a routine by now. Once you pin point exactly what you are looking for, she will be dead focused “only” that criteria, and she will do all her best to bring that to a fruition (regardless of the situation and circumstance) all professionally!"

"Going with the right real estate agent makes all the difference, and with Kathy Samuel, I made the perfect decision. If it wasn't for Kathy, I would still be searching for my dream home today. Thank you, Kathy, you made it happen! My family had been searching for our dream home in the Dana Point area for over a year, and as with many of us, no luck. I was so frustrated at missing out on so many homes over the past year and a half. I realized it was time to make a change. That was when I met Kathy and decided to trust my instincts and let her take over the reins. It was the best business decision I made. Kathy is a very knowledgeable agent in the Orange County area and is very well connected. I am so impressed with how many people are in her network. That makes all the difference when it comes to real estate. Kathy is a true professional and was dedicated in reaching out to her contacts to find the right home for us. It is unbelievable, but she did it. No one could have pulled this off and I hope you will let her prove herself to you, because in the end you won't be disappointed. Once again, thank you, Kathy, for all you have done, my entire family is very excited to now call Dana Point home!"

"Kathy made our out-of-state sale incredibly easy and hassle free. We had a early 70s patio home that needed work but we wanted to sell as-is. Her wealth of knowledge and honestly lead us to select a price that resulted in a relatively quick sale. She has an incredible arsenal of contractors and service providers who were able to get the property spruced up quickly and at a reasonable price. Communicating with Kathy was easy and I never felt like I was "left in the dark" through the various steps of listing and selling our property. I could not recommend Kathy enough!"

"I had the pleasure of working with Kathy Samuels to purchase my dream home in Nigel Shores, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. From start to finish, my experience with Kathy was nothing short of exceptional. Her in-depth knowledge of the real estate market and keen sense of strategy were instrumental in landing my "forever home." What stood out most was her extraordinary responsiveness. No matter the time zone or how busy my global work schedule was, Kathy was always just a phone call or text away. She made the entire process seamless, adapting her schedule to fit mine, which was crucial given that I am based out-of-town and frequently work across different time zones. Kathy isn't just an agent; she's your advocate in the home-buying process. She goes above and beyond to ensure that not only are you getting the best deal, but also that you're making a choice you'll be happy with for years to come. If you're seeking a stress-free and highly efficient home-buying experience, Kathy Samuels is unequivocally the best choice."

"Relocating from Northern California could have been an overwhelming experience, but Kathy turned it into a seamless transition that far exceeded our expectations. Her level of support went well beyond the traditional responsibilities of a real estate agent. When we found ourselves questioning a deal just three days before the scheduled closing, Kathy was remarkable in her ability to pivot and refocus her efforts to protect our best interests. Once we identified the perfect home for our family in our desired neighborhood, Kathy was quick to expedite the sale. She recognized the urgency of our situation, as we were already staying nearby with relatives, and ensured the process moved forward without a hitch. Her dependability and responsiveness—no matter the time or the question—were simply unparalleled. We can't thank Kathy enough for her unwavering dedication and meticulous attention to detail throughout this journey. Her invaluable assistance has had a lasting impact on our lives, and for that, we are truly grateful."

"Kathy Samuel represented us in the purchase of our Dana Point property. Her follow through, professionalism, and knowledge of the local real estate market was exceptional. She made the whole process run smooth, and we would 100% use her services again for any future real estate transaction. She’s truly the best!"

"Kathy Samuel is a consummate professional. She is local, knows the market extremely well, and was able to help us navigate a very quick, opportunistic transaction. Her positive relationships with other agents was critical to our success. We have bought and sold many homes and Kathy is at the top. I cannot recommend her highly enough."

"From beginning to end Kathy was a gift to our family, seamlessly handling the sale of our family home. Kathy and her team were there for us from RE support, to escrow, to services needed to prepare the house for sale. A wonderful experience. The word "Thanks" sums it up. T The Best Experience H Handled with Ease and Honesty, A Awesome Marketing, N No limit to her expertise in the RE field, K Kindness and Patience, S Sound Advice."

"I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Kathy. She has sold and helped us buy two homes within the last 5 years. Kathy will work hard for you and listen to your needs. She is intelligent, very personable, patient, genuine and honest. Kathy has gone out of way, above and beyond to help us with assessing what's needed to get the best price for the house while connecting us with responsible painters, movers, packers, in preparation for selling, She is skillful in helping with negotiating prices for selling and buying and has an excellent feel for the market. I have no hesitation recommending her."

"Kathy did an amazing job for our family! She helped get the property ready for market & coordinated a contractor and stager. She also helped get the last bit of personal belongings donated since we were remote sellers. Couldn’t have done it without her!"

"Kathy Samuel is a fantastic realtor. I highly recommend her. She will go above and beyond for you. Kathy is a delight to work with and very professional. Her knowledge of the market and local properties is exceptional. She comes across as someone who truly loves what she does and enjoys her profession. It is truly a pleasure working with her. Kathy Samuel is the very best!"

"Add us to the long list of clients who have had the good fortune of working with Kathy Samuel. Throughout the entire process of selling our home–from preparing the property to closing-Kathy made our experience positive in every way. She has assembled an experienced professional team -Torey, Brad, Tara, Ismael, KC and Lisa - who are creative and knowledgeable in their individual fields and share Kathy’s commitment to excellence. Kathy kept us informed, answered questions quickly and clearly and followed through when needed. Our home sold in days with multiple offers. We couldn’t be more pleased. If you’re considering renting, buying or selling a property, talk to Kathy. You’ll be glad you did."

"Kathy was extremely professional and always available when we needed her 24/7! She brought us a perfect buyer at a great selling price! We would definitely recommend her and her team for a listing or purchase."

"I highly recommend using Kathy Samuel as your real estate agent. I followed her recommendations on marketing, staging the property and making minor improvements in landscaping. The property sold in two days with multiple offers at a final sales price that exceeded my expectations. She seamlessly handled the post offer demands of the purchaser and the sale closed in 9 days. The best thing I did was follow her recommendations and stay out of the way of the entire sales and closing process."

"Working with Kathy Samuel at Compass was an exceptional experience from start to finish. Kathy is highly professional, knowledgeable, and truly dedicated to helping her clients achieve their real estate goals. She made the entire process smooth, efficient, and completely stress-free. Her communication was outstanding—always responsive, clear, and supportive every step of the way. Kathy paid close attention to every detail and consistently went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled seamlessly. Her expertise and commitment gave me complete confidence throughout the transaction. I highly recommend Kathy Samuel to anyone looking for a reliable and results-driven real estate professional. A truly five-star experience!"