Kit and Jim Shaw, PV Seller, Menlo Park Buyer and Seller
“Tory helped us sell our home in Portola Valley and buy three properties in downtown Menlo Park. She did an exceptional job in each case. To sell our home in Portola Valley, she created marketing pieces which were beautifully done. The ultimate buyer never saw the home in person, was living overseas, and relied only on the photos and web photos and video. In addition, our home was sold quickly with multiple competing offers. We believe Tory’s pricing strategy was largely responsible for this. She was professional throughout the negotiations. We were proud to have her representing us and valued her advice throughout the process. Tory found the three townhomes that we bought in downtown Menlo Park, all “off market.” Her deep knowledge of the local neighborhoods and homes and her extensive network of friends and colleagues in the community generated leads to two of the homes wow owners turned out to be willing to sell to us when presented with unsolicited offers. The third townhome was a new construction still in progress, not yet being marketed. Tory really goes the extra mile and knows how to make it happen in her clients’ best interests. Nothing is too much trouble. One example from many; she asked us to leave a broom at the PV property so she could sweep oak leaves from the deck prior to showings! We have greatly enjoyed working with Tory. She is a phenomenal realtor and a very nice person. We highly recommend her, and we would be happy to speak to anyone with further questions."
S. Zarghami, and R. Hawkins, Vintage Oaks, Menlo Park
“Tory is absolutely amazing to work with! We met her at an open house, and she was so warm and helpful right away. My husband and I were house hunting for about a year and when we were ready to purchase a home, we reached out to Tory to help us. She was always available to view homes with us, helped us ask the right questions, suggested houses based on our preferences and needs, and was just a joy to work with. When we found a house we loved, {which was not in the MLS at the time}, Tory went above and beyond. She set up all the proper inspections for the home, talked to multiple vendors and was incredibly thorough throughout the process of inspections, making an offer and closing the deal. We couldn’t have done it without her! Tory not only has a lot of experience in real estate, but she is also a very kind person that we now consider a friend. Thank you, Tory, for helping us buy our home!"
Seller, Trust, Menlo Park
“Thanks for all your work, Tory! We are super appreciative of the guidance, flexibility and professionalism all along the way.” “Thank you, Tory, for all the good work, advice, shopping, and lugging stuff. Much appreciated.” “Wonderful news! Thank you for all your hard work, Tory.”
Susan G. Bird, Atherton Seller and Menlo Park Buyer
“Dear Prospective Buyer/Seller;
I am writing this letter of recommendation for Tory Fratt from Coldwell Banker Realty. It would be hard to envision someone doing a better job than Tory or being anything but happy in choosing to work with her. Tory not only sold my Atherton home in less than a week, but she also negotiated a good price and put together a win-win agreement that enabled me and my family to stay in the house for 6 months. Tory’s work ethic, keen negotiation skills, connections and knowledge of the area also enabled me to purchase the beautiful Menlo Park home I currently live in. A business connection of Tory’s from another firm told her about the property before it came on the market. I was the first one to see it and bought it on the spot. Tory’s knowledge of the neighborhoods, home construction, and attention to my other needs (inspectors, insurance providers, and mortgage companies), was also extremely valuable. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.”
The Estes Family, Menlo Park Seller
“Tory is an incredible realtor and helped us sell our Menlo Park home at the height of the pandemic. If you are looking to successfully buy or sell a home in the Bay Area, Tory is absolutely the person to have on your side. She is smart, kind, creative, efficient, and extremely thorough in her work, as well as a pleasure to work with as a person!”
C and S. Bowsher, Menlo Park Buyer
“Want to buy a home that is not yet on the market? Call Tory! She has an amazing network of friends who let her know they are considering selling before anything hits the MLS. Tory is delightful. She makes a stressful process positive and fun.”