Mike Galieote, Encino Real Estate Expert

Bruce and Teri Baggot, Tribune St. Granada Hills – 09/2011

We appreciate your expertise in selling our home. Because of you and your team everything went smoothly. You kept us informed of each step and we were treated with the up most respect. THANK YOU all for everything.

Joan Porkola, Odessa St. North Hills West – 07/2011

I wanted to THANK YOU for all your help during the sale of my house! I would never have made it without your support! When I get ready to buy a home here in Las Vegas, I just wish you would be here to work with me again.
I will surely give you a GREAT recommendation should I know anyone planning to sell (or buy) a home in your area! Take care and much love to you.

Margaret Owens, Carol & Grant Davis, Haskell Ave. North Hills West – 08/2011

We want to THANK YOU for successfully selling the Haskell property. We greatly appreciated your professionalism, advice, attention to all the legalism, counter documents and especially your persistence. It would have in-possible for us to accomplish this sale from Oregon. THANK YOU SO MUCH. If any of our friends have need of your experience, we will be sure to make the referral.

Alice Yates and Laura Teel, Frankirst Ave. North Hills West – 07/2011

THANK YOU for all the work you did to help us sell the house. It is a real relief to not have to deal with it anymore. It was nice knowing you, and we will recommend you if we get a chance.

Peter Meister, Aqueduct Ave. Lake Balboa – 05/2011

We were extremely pleased with all your help and knowledge on the sale of our property at Aqueduct Ave. You knew the market and exactly what we should expect on listing the house and receiving multiple offers. Your insight and expertise on what we needed to do with the house to prepare it for sale did in fact bring in additional offers and extra proceeds for the estate.
Again, we are THANK YOU for all great work on the sale of our house. You will definitely be at the top of our list for referrals in the Valley. You made this great experience and a profitable experience at the same time.

Susan & Jerry Fox, Malden St. North Hills West – 01/2011

Thanks for the wonderful job you did in guiding us on how to prepare our home to be listed and shepherding us through the entire process – including your conscientious post-closing follow-up. Our home was on the market for less than two weeks before it was under full-price offer is due to your excellent reputation and extremely thorough marketing. We chose you as our broker in the first place because of your well-deserved reputation, which we have seen first-hand in our area and neighborhood over the last fifteen years. Are we glad we did! After we entered escrow, you and your team, ensured that every single detail of the process was expedited professionally. Thank you for all your help. All of our friends are suitably impressed with how you helped us so quickly sell our home in this challenging real estate market and will use your services when they are ready to move.

Tom Handler, Swinton Ave. North Hills West– 10/2010

I am writing this note to thank you for going above and beyond the call of duty to help me accomplish the successful sale of my home. In a difficult real estate market you were able to navigate me through the obstacles we were faced with. Your recommendations were able to save me thousands of dollars and get me where I wanted to go on time. You and your team were very professional, courteous, funny, and always returned my calls in a timely manner. I would recommend you to all my family, friends, and business associates.

Tracy and Randy Perras, Forbes Avenue, Northridge -- 09/2010

I just wanted to thank you all for everything that you’ve done to close the sale of the Forbes house. Although this was a very difficult decision to SHORT SALE our house I believe it was the right one and that we went with the right team. We are grateful for your efforts and perseverance during the last 9 months, I know this was not an easy deal. Randy and I look forward to the opportunity to be on the other side of the sale in the next few years (hopefully). If I hear of anyone looking for an agent I know where to send them, thanks again.

Tom Souther, Gloria Ave. North Hills – 01/2010

I want to thank you for the great way you handled the sale of my house. The response was unbelievable and the exposure fantastic. Your professionalism is very impressive. Having observed your tenacity and hard work over the years I always knew if the time ever came for me to sell my home you would definitely be my realtor. I now reside in Florida, and believe me, they could really use your expertise here. Thanks again.

The Fox Family, Nordhoff Street, North Hills West -- 6/2010

Just wanted to THANK YOU and YOUR TEAM for terrific work during the sale of the Fox Family property in North Hills. Both you, Victoria and Janice took pains to keep us informed, offer valuable advice, and more then ones, go "above and beyond" our expectations on a variety of occasions. We're very pleased with the results of your efforts, as well as your and your group's very friendly and considerate approach. Please know that we hope we'll have an opportunity to work with you again, or at the very least, to say hello on occasion. Thanks again and all the best.

Marilyn Burgess and Steve Thomsen, Gothic Avenue, North Hills West -- 7/2010

My brother and I would like to THANK Mike Galieote, Victoria Lipa and the other workers at Pinnacle Realtors for the excellent service we received with the sale of our parents’ house. Neither one of us had any prior knowledge of real estate procedures and we were quite happy to have such good educators in the selling process. All of our questions were answered so that we were able to understand the process; and someone was always available to help us if we needed to be assisted. It was a pleasure to work with your company, and we would wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone needing a home. Thanks again.

Bess Burns, Tuba Street, North Hills West -- 05/2010

A big Thank you to Mike and his team for the professional handling of the sale of my home at 16452 Tuba St. North Hills. You answered my calls in a timely manner and I felt confident in your handling of the negotiation during the escrow process. Not only did it sell within the first week it was listed but well over the asking price.

Kimberly Curriston, Memory Park. Mission Hills – 6/2010

Thank YOU, Mike! You made our first experience at selling a home easy and painless. We decided on you as our Realtor because of your knowledge of the community our home was in, as well as your successful selling of other homes in the area. You helped us make sound decisions as far as price and marketing. Our home sold quickly and everything that entails...appraisal, inspection, etc. went smoothly. I would definitely recommend you!

Martin and Veronica Orozco, Itasca St. North Hills – 1/22/2010

We felt really good knowing we were supported by a professional, responsible and reliable agent. We appreciate the time, energy and undivided attention to our needs. Thanks for helping us find a home for us and our kids. Your dedication and professionalism was the key in making the purchase of our home possible.

Nima and Rachel Haghighi, Emelita St. Encino – 1/2010

Thank you for wonderful service! We absolutely love our new home and neighborhood. You were personal and professional. You treated us with respect and honored the fact that buying a house is a big deal. You handled the problems of a real estate transaction smoothly and thoughtfully. You always returned our call promptly and had great advice during difficult time. We are pleased and very thankful.

Kent & Michelle Smathers, Flanders St. Granada Hills – 1/2010

You did a great job for us under admittedly trying circumstances. You fulfilled our expectations in helping us complete our long distance relocation with efficiency and enthusiasm. You helped us sell our home quickly even though we had already moved to Charlotte NC. It was nice to know we were being taking care of while our home here in California had not closed escrow yet. You were always going by the home to make sure it was safe and kept us informed every step of the way through the transaction. You always called us before we could call you. We always knew you were looking for our best interest. Also, a big thank you for all the recommendations on contractors and all work that had been done in the house throughout the long escrow process.

Tami Tirgrath & Andy Walker, Vincennes Ave. North Hills – 01/15/2010

I have recommended Mike highly to all my friends. Mike always returned phone calls and we respected his business sense throughout the sale of our home. Not only is he dedicated and very experienced, he has an understanding of people and goes above and beyond what is expected. Our home sold very quickly for top dollar and Mike guided us through every step of the escrow process.

Steven Smith, Chase St. North Hills – 12/01/2009

Our biggest issue was to resolve the sale of our dad’s residence in North Hills after he past away on August, 2009. Over the years I knew that my dad trusted Mike Galieote to give him advice regarding his home’s value and marketability.
Mike was truly compassionate and helpful. He immediately mobilized his team to begin the steps needed to get the best value we could for the house. Not only Mike fulfilled all the responsibilities, he went above and beyond by helping me throughout the process of preparing the house, aggressively marketing the home, organizing showings and negotiating the sale. I always felt that Mike really had my best interest in mind. He was easy to reach and he was upfront about issues and always resolved obstacles in a timely manner. Mike took us from start to finish in an efficient, professional, friendly and understanding manner.
I will always be grateful for Mike and all his team’s help during this difficult time for my family. His work for us truly stands as an example of true real estate professional.

Tom Souther, Gloria Ave. North Hills – 11/2009

I was extremely pleased with the service & outcome. Moving to a new state is tough but I did not have to worry about anything on this end. Mike took care of everything. I felt like I could trust your judgment during the negotiation process. Thank you for everything you did.

Glen & Suzanne Hazlett, Wood Ranch Rd, Granada Hills – 06/2009

We appreciate your patience. After doing a great job in selling our home a few years ago we were ready to buy a new home. You did it again and provided us with knowledge of the area and great ability to communicate with other brokers in the area. You were really great at getting to know what we were looking for in a home and putting the right price, and terms in our offers. Thank you for taking us step by step, and for all the extra stuff you did. It was a pleasure working with you again.

Dan & Denise Balcazar, Darby Ave. NR & Sophia Ave. NOH:

“Mike, you and your team were an invaluable source of information and help in representing us for both the sale and purchase of our homes. Selling our home in North Hills in less than one week at our price point caught us a little by surprise in a real estate market that was losing value weekly. It took several months for us to find our new home in Northridge, but you showed patience, availability and knowledge when we ventured into short sales and foreclosures. You were able to navigate the way for us through the crazy real estate market with the experience of a true professional. Above all else, you made the stressful process fun for us, too! We would highly recommend you to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”

Stephanie & Carlos Torres, Gothic Ave. NOH:

“Thanks for the exemplary service you provided to Stephanie and me. In addition to the fact that you sold our house, what impressed me most was your ability to display the utmost professionalism while making us feel we were working with a friend and not just a broker. We appreciate your vast base of knowledge and the way you explained our options allowing us to make informed decisions. We always felt you did your best to keep us informed without trying to steer us in a given direction. We always believed we were working with the best. That sort of assurance is priceless. The bottom line is that you worked through every situation, cleared every hurdle and made us feel comfortable during a normally stressful process. Working with you has allowed us to improve the quality of life for us and our boys. Thanks.”

Rita Frischer, Gerald Ave. NR:

“Even before we made the final decision to sell, the materials you prepared f us showed us clearly how efficient and thorough you were. We had been in our home for a very long time and you know we had qualms about selling, especially in a housing market on the down slope. You not only sold our home within a week after listing it, you walked us through all the details long distance. We left Seattle the day before the multiple listing and you phone us a good offer just four days later. We could not come back to the Valley until three weeks before escrow closed, which could have been pretty nerve racking. But by regular communication you made the whole process unbelievable painless. Packing and moving went well, even that was because of you indirectly.
We have already made you into a household word among our neighbors and friends in the Valley area. They have seen for themselves that you made it possible for us to get there with a minimum of upheaval and a maximum of confidence in our realtor.”

Alan & Barbara Miscon, Collett Ave. North Hills West:

“I want to let you know how pleased I am with your handling of the sale of my home at 8626 Collett Ave, North Hills. You are a real estate professional in every sense of the phrase. I was impressed with the way you kept me informed during the period of time the house was listed and also in escrow phrase of the sale, you made me feel that you were working diligently for me, and this was born out in the final sales result. I have no hesitations in recommending you to anyone who wishes to buy or sell a home…”

Joe & Annette Tedrow, Osborne. North Hills West:

“We’d like to thank you for the terrific job you did selling our home at 15900 Osborne in North Hills. Your professionalism and integrity were outstanding. You always answered phone call and responded to any of our questions promptly. We appreciate all the time and effort you put into this sale. We would not hesitate to recommend you to any of our friends or former neighbors.
We’d like to compliment the Pinnacle Escrow. Their professionalism is also very high quality. We have been involved in half-dozen escrows in California, and have never had one go as smoothly as this one. Every date was met and every promise kept! Thanks again for your recommendation that we use Pinnacle Escrow Company…”

Ruth & Joe Haley, North Hills West:

“From our very first meeting you seemed to understand what we were going through and were there with just the right words, explaining every step of the way and offering advice, humor and expertise to make the process so much easier. Your guidance through the listing, sale and escrow was invaluable.
All of the people at Pinnacle were so professional and the follow up was awesome. We want to thank you and your staff for all of the kindness shown to us – it made a difficult time a whole lot easier!”

Mr. & Mrs. H. Dolabson, Odessa Ave. North Hills West:

“My husband & I want to let you know how pleased we are with the sale of our house at 8939 Odessa Ave. in North Hills. With your help, the sale went so smooth and efficiently it was perfect. You always answered our questions and always returned our phone calls. Thank you again for your entire professional input…”

Ed & Delight Spayed, Citronia St. Northridge:

“We want to take an opportunity to thank you for terrific job you did in selling my house at 16838 Citronia St. in Northridge. You did such a wonderful job of looking after our interest to be sure I got the best offer and easing all my fear and stress in not only selling it but buying another one within a very short period of time…”

Jeanette Campbell, Liggett St. North Hills West:

“It was certainly a pleasure having you handle the sale of my house at 15908 Liggett St. NOH.
I especially appreciate your friendliness and professionalism. My calls were returned promptly and any questions answered in full detail. You made the process of selling my house a very comfortable experience and I would not hesitate recommending you to family and friends. Thank you to everyone at Pinnacle.”

Michelle & Bernard Pichereau, Septo St. North Hills West:

“When we took on Mike Galieote as our real estate agent, we gave him quite a challenging task—to sell our house within three months, at a price we would be comfortable with, amidst a weak and sluggish housing market.
Mike not only sold our house within the first week, but he and his team at Pinnacle Estate Properties also demonstrated the patience, sincerity and willingness to help that made the whole process flow more smoothly than we had originally expected.
Overall, it had been a thru partnership and a really satisfying experience, and we highly recommend Mike’s services to anyone considering buying and selling a property in the future.”

Phyllis Fossen, Collett Ave. North Hills West

"We are very appreciative of your handling the sell of my home at 9315 Collett Ave. in North Hills. Your dedication & concerns wer very important to the success in selling of the home at that time. Your expertise in conveying the necessary requirements and papers for an expedient transfer of the title was very much appreciated. The level fo service that you provided and your knowledge of Real Estate Property Sales should be recognized and deserving to enhance your career in today's market..."

Min and Jong Lee, Petit Ave. Northridge

I want to thank you so much for your hard work during this past month. I know it wasn't easy dealing with me across the country and the fact my parents are elderly and didn't really know what was going on. You were right. The market is changing quickly. You gave me great advice, accurate pricing and always returned my calls. I appreciate the way you handled the negotiations of the contract and the home inspection. I don't anything about selling a home, but I can definitely imagine what it is like after this process. I really apprecaite the effort you made and the fact that you were able to do what you promised. I will definitely think of you if I or anyone I know needs any real estate services in the future.

Take care and good luck with everything else.

Karl and Rosamaria Denham, Petit Ave. Northridge

We want to thank you for the hardwork and advice throughout the sale of our home. You were able to overcome all the obstacles we were faced with in today's market place. We were very comfortable with you from the moment we began to discuss the sale and your sense of humor always was apprecaited.

We look forward to refering our friends and relatives.

Gary and Gina Marshall, Donmetz St. Granada Hills

We want to drop you a quick note to thank you for all your guidence in selling our existing home and finding us our new home. You made the transition for us very easy. We appreciate your prompt attention in returning calls and savvy negotiating skills.

We promise to refer you to our friends and relatives.