This was my first time selling and Heather absolutely crushed it. Right from the start, she asked how involved I wanted to be or if she should just "make the house pretty and get it sold" - I went with the latter and she totally ran with it. The communication was top-notch the whole way through. She kept me updated on everything, drove the entire process, and honestly just handled it all like a pro. The whole thing moved pretty fast and she got us a great deal. She really went above and beyond in every possible way. If you're looking to sell in Oakland or the East Bay, I can't recommend Heather enough.
When I first met Rebecca at an open house I was immediately struck by her generous spirit, her approachable style, and professionalism. I knew right away she was an agent I could deeply rely on with such a stressful, personal transaction. She approached each phase of the purchase with timely and responsive feedback, attending not only to my needs, but the demands placed on us by everyone involved in the process. I was particularly impressed at her ability to manage the complex coordination of escrow for a less traditional coop purchase. At close, she and her team made me feel like I was their best and only client and the celebration of the sale made me feel welcomed and accomplished. I am truly grateful for the expertise Rebecca provided, so much so I trusted her with the sale of my condo as well! As my listing agent now also, I can see where her gifts truly shine. Thank you Becca, …
When I first met Rebecca at an open house I was immediately struck by her generous spirit, her approachable style, and professionalism. I knew right away she was an agent I could deeply rely on with such a stressful, personal transaction. She approached each phase of the purchase with timely and responsive feedback, attending not only to my needs, but the demands placed on us by everyone involved in the process. I was particularly impressed at her ability to manage the complex coordination of escrow for a less traditional coop purchase. At close, she and her team made me feel like I was their best and only client and the celebration of the sale made me feel welcomed and accomplished. I am truly grateful for the expertise Rebecca provided, so much so I trusted her with the sale of my condo as well! As my listing agent now also, I can see where her gifts truly shine. Thank you Becca, Jeff, Heather, and the Goodman Group for everything you have done.
I cannot say enough positive about the knowledge of Alameda real estate market by Heather Duke. She answered every question, many times before I knew to ask. If I could give a 10 star review I would. She is professional, friendly and truly looks out for her clients best interests. My home sold and closed prior to the first scheduled open house due to the skills and vast network Heather has. The sale price far exceeded expectations and was a smooth transaction. I believe this sale was the result of Heather being honest with me about what must be done to attract the best buyers while not recommending things that would not add specific value to the property. I put my full trust in Heather Duke and she did not disappoint. I believe she will represent a buyer or a seller with knowledge and a true desire to have the best outcome for her clients.
Sometimes in life you come across people who feel like guardian angels—and when that person is your real estate agent during a Bay Area house hunt, it can mean the difference between stress and frustration vs. landing your dream home. We feel incredibly lucky a friend referred us to Heather Duke, who I now call the patron saint of Alameda real estate. A few years ago, we weren’t sure we’d ever afford a home in the Bay Area. We even considered leaving California. Fast forward to today—we’re in a home we love, in a community we’re thrilled to be part of, and we’re so grateful we chose to work with Heather. As first-time buyers, we were often overwhelmed, but Heather guided us with patience, empathy, and deep knowledge. She helped us balance realistic expectations with hope and confidence, which made all the difference. Heather truly acted in our best interest, offering honest advice and ne…
Sometimes in life you come across people who feel like guardian angels—and when that person is your real estate agent during a Bay Area house hunt, it can mean the difference between stress and frustration vs. landing your dream home. We feel incredibly lucky a friend referred us to Heather Duke, who I now call the patron saint of Alameda real estate. A few years ago, we weren’t sure we’d ever afford a home in the Bay Area. We even considered leaving California. Fast forward to today—we’re in a home we love, in a community we’re thrilled to be part of, and we’re so grateful we chose to work with Heather. As first-time buyers, we were often overwhelmed, but Heather guided us with patience, empathy, and deep knowledge. She helped us balance realistic expectations with hope and confidence, which made all the difference. Heather truly acted in our best interest, offering honest advice and never pressuring us. She respected that this was the biggest purchase of our lives, and gave us space to make the right decisions. Her expertise in the Alameda market—and strong relationships with agents, lenders, and contractors—gave us a real edge. She went above and beyond: available outside normal hours, moving fast on offers, and helping us evaluate disclosures with care. She could shift seamlessly from high-level strategy to small details—like whether to worry about an electrical issue mentioned in the disclosures. She offered invaluable emotional support and expert guidance during complex, high-stakes decisions. Amazingly, less than a month after meeting Heather, we were under contract on our dream home—within budget and never feeling rushed. She even made us feel truly welcome in the Alameda community. We can’t recommend Heather highly enough—especially for fellow first-time buyers. She’s the real deal. Thank you, Heather!