Reviews

I just purchased a large apartment building through Will Tiao, and was thoroughly impressed with his and his team's professionalism throughout the deal. Will did an incredible job marketing the property, and because of that, I knew this was going to be an extremely competitive situation (which it was)…. read moreI just purchased a large apartment building through Will Tiao, and was thoroughly impressed with his and his team's professionalism throughout the deal. Will did an incredible job marketing the property, and because of that, I knew this was going to be an extremely competitive situation (which it was). Will represented me on the deal, and was straightforward in telling me that he was representing other parties. I was impressed with how open and fair he was with the whole process. He communicated clearly, letting me know exactly where my offer stood, and eventually with his guidance was able to land the deal. Once we opened escrow, he made sure everything was smooth for myself and the Seller. Whenever there were potential hiccups, Will anticipated them and dealt with them ahead of time so they wouldn't become real obstacles.

In these uncertain economic times, it's more important than ever to find a commercial broker that you like, trust and can refer. I would wholeheartedly recommend Will Tiao and Tiao Properties for any multifamily apartment deals you may be considering. read less

I interviewed so many realtors before finally deciding on Will and Ken to help me with my purchase of my first multi family property. I chose them because they seemed the most experienced in the space, and I liked that they also had a property management company in case I… read moreI interviewed so many realtors before finally deciding on Will and Ken to help me with my purchase of my first multi family property. I chose them because they seemed the most experienced in the space, and I liked that they also had a property management company in case I ever needed those services in the future.Ken was my main point of contact throughout the buying process and it was a great experience. My favorite parts about working with this team were:1. They truly work in your best interest. Some other agents may push you to close on a deal purely because it will get them paid faster. Ken was absolutely not like that. He was not afraid to say “I don’t recommend moving forward with this deal.” He wanted to make sure you felt comfortable in your decision and felt good about moving forward. Even after we entered escrow, he made sure to check in with me that I am still feeling good about the transaction, and reiterated that we can cancel escrow if we needed to. We ended up cancelling escrow on a property where we found major issues, and Ken was very supportive throughout the whole process.2. They really know their stuff. If you are looking for a team that knows all of the little nuances about buying multi family and property management in LA, this is the team for you. There were so many small details, like rent freezes, permits, inspections, etc. that I would have never known if not for this team. Even though I was working with Ken and Will on the real estate side, Diana on the property management side went out of her way to answer my questions about property management. They are some of the most knowledgeable people in the space, especially for the LA market.3. They are well connected. The property I ended up purchasing was an off-market deal brought to me by their team. This helped because there was no competition for the offer, and it expedited a lot of the process. Especially in this competitive market, off market deals are where you can still find a lot of value, so you need a well-connected agent. This team is that and more. In addition, because of their property management business, they are very well connected to plumbers, handymen, contractors. inspectors, etc. I will definitely continue to lean on them as I manage my first property.The three points above were the highlights of my experience, but overall it was such a pleasant experience working with them. The cherry on top was they even sent me a gift basket and Lowe’s gift card after I closed! Small detail, but was a great end cap to a long buying process. I’m very happy with my decision and will continue to work with them for future purchases. read less

Very happy to be writing this review as Will, Mary Jo, and the team at Tiao went above and beyond to sell our property in Silver Lake! We came to them after a bad experience with another local agent. To complicate matters even more we were in the process of… read moreVery happy to be writing this review as Will, Mary Jo, and the team at Tiao went above and beyond to sell our property in Silver Lake! We came to them after a bad experience with another local agent. To complicate matters even more we were in the process of moving from LA to Sydney, Australia. Not only did Will and team reassure us that they would be able to get the job done, they actually coordinated repairs, landscaping, and made sure that the house looked its best when potential buyers came through during each open house! All the while they kept us updated on what was going on. We’re happy to say that where other agents failed, Tiao Properties succeeded! I would highly recommend them for all your real estate needs! In addition to being good, competent agents, they’re also nice people. Thank you! read less

Will is not merely a real estate broker, he’s a real estate coach. The bottom line is that I would not have a closed deal right now had Will not been involved with our purchase. We were faced with inordinate challenges on this project but working with Will allowed us… read moreWill is not merely a real estate broker, he’s a real estate coach. The bottom line is that I would not have a closed deal right now had Will not been involved with our purchase. We were faced with inordinate challenges on this project but working with Will allowed us to finalize it without the stress that could have unfolded had he not navigated the waters as thoughtfully as he did. Not only is Will a skilled negotiator with a knack for reading business situations and social dynamics extremely well, he’s so incredibly knowledgeable about the real estate industry and how it works, I felt like I received a graduate level course on complex real estate matters at the same time I got a difficult deal closed. If you are the type of person who cares about working with a professional who prioritizes their quality of work, values a deep knowledge of the real estate market, and cares to be exceptional at what they do, you will love working with Will. He’s EQ + IQ meets real estate. His monthly seminars on real estate are also excellent — it’s how I came to know his team and I’m very grateful I did. We are basically counting the days until we can work with him again! read less

Broker Will Tiao and his wife Diana are a wonderful Real Estate team! I'm a Real Estate investor and was relocating back to Los Angeles earlier this Spring after a decade and Will was able to get me a great deal in a very tough LA market. Will… read moreBroker Will Tiao and his wife Diana are a wonderful Real Estate team! I'm a Real Estate investor and was relocating back to Los Angeles earlier this Spring after a decade and Will was able to get me a great deal in a very tough LA market. Will is extremely bright, professional, hard-working, adept, personable and FAST and has a great knack for negotiating and getting offers accepted (so important for buyers in this very competitive LA Market.) I had a fairly complex financing scenario, a very challenging schedule and considered MANY possibilities before landing on the right one. Will was very flexible and adaptable, able to keep up with it all and worked diligently to get me the right deal. I was dealing with him remotely a lot of the time – which was not a problem at all – Will often works with international buyers and he was fully equipped to do everything virtually which was an absolute lifesaver for me! I often buy fixers for renovation but was new to the area and Will has a great extended team of folks who can mobilize quickly to help with inspections, property evaluations, repairs, etc. which helped immensely in making decisions and speeding along what was already a very aggressive closing timeline. Every referral he made was excellent. The day after closing, the electrician was in the door!

Will has a great network within Los Angeles and a wealth of Real Estate experience including property management, residential RE and what I consider to be his specialty: the ins and outs everything to do with investment properties. I have often made referrals to him for friends from legal questions, leasing and property management and everyone comments how great he is. Will and Diana currently manage a property for friends of mine and they are so pleased to know their place is in good hands!

These folks are true gems and I highly recommend checking out their brand new office on the border of Silver Lake and Echo Park at 2146 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles.

Cheers Will and Diana! Thanks again! read less

Will and his team at Tiao Properties helped me do the impossible — buy a four-plex investment property in Los Angeles for under $1 million! We all know how expensive investment real estate is in LA. Once we identified the property, we knew it was going to be… read moreWill and his team at Tiao Properties helped me do the impossible — buy a four-plex investment property in Los Angeles for under $1 million! We all know how expensive investment real estate is in LA. Once we identified the property, we knew it was going to be very competitive with multiple offers. Even though mine was not the highest offer, we were able to get it accepted because of Will's expertise in the area and his experience in managing and selling hundreds of multifamily units. Once in escrow, Will and his team helped me pull together the financing, the physical inspections, and handle difficult situations with the other side of the transaction. Now that we have closed (with a significant discount due to Will's superb negotiating skills!), I'm still leaning on Will and his team for referrals for ongoing issues. If you're thinking of buying or selling a multifamily property is Los Angeles, I highly recommend using Will and Tiao Properties. read less

Very happy to be writing this review as Will, Mary Jo, and the team at Tiao went above and beyond to sell our property in Silver Lake! We came to them after a bad experience with another local agent. To complicate matters even more we were in the process of… read moreVery happy to be writing this review as Will, Mary Jo, and the team at Tiao went above and beyond to sell our property in Silver Lake! We came to them after a bad experience with another local agent. To complicate matters even more we were in the process of moving from LA to Sydney, Australia. Not only did Will and team reassure us that they would be able to get the job done, they actually coordinated repairs, landscaping, and made sure that the house looked its best when potential buyers came through during each open house! All the while they kept us updated on what was going on. We’re happy to say that where other agents failed, Tiao Properties succeeded! I would highly recommend them for all your real estate needs! In addition to being good, competent agents, they’re also nice people. Thank you! read less

In all my experience with property managers, it does not get better than Tiao Properties. They managed an investment property for a mutual client. They were always extremely professional, took full responsibility for overseeing all matters with the property, and all had the best team attitude. I look forward to… read moreIn all my experience with property managers, it does not get better than Tiao Properties. They managed an investment property for a mutual client. They were always extremely professional, took full responsibility for overseeing all matters with the property, and all had the best team attitude. I look forward to working with them again. Would recommend them to anyone seeking property management or looking to list. Thank you, Will & Co.! read less

A couple expecting in three months, two teenagers and a grandpa needed just the right home, fast. With the sale of grandpa's house, the end of the couple's lease and the due date looming, I recommended one realtor from the dozens of top L.A. agents I know–actually a team with… read moreA couple expecting in three months, two teenagers and a grandpa needed just the right home, fast. With the sale of grandpa's house, the end of the couple's lease and the due date looming, I recommended one realtor from the dozens of top L.A. agents I know–actually a team with high ethics, knowledge of the market and the ability to close win-win deals, even in tough circumstances. Will Tiao, who heads the Tiao Properties team at the collective realty and teaches real estate for novices to advanced students, managed the project…for months. While touring homes, the family kept adding to the wish list. Ken Dennis never ran out of patience or hand sanitizer. Kyra Wasmundt made sure forms were completed properly by multiple parties, online. Diana Tiao and the girls even delivered lunch on moving day. Without the savings from the below-asking offer and credits they negotiated for us, the purchase and repairs might have been impossible. I'd recommend my family use the Tiao team again in a heartbeat, except for one thing. Ken got this family a forever home. read less

I interviewed so many realtors before finally deciding on Will and Ken to help me with my purchase of my first multi family property. I chose them because they seemed the most experienced in the space, and I liked that they also had a property management company in case I… read moreI interviewed so many realtors before finally deciding on Will and Ken to help me with my purchase of my first multi family property. I chose them because they seemed the most experienced in the space, and I liked that they also had a property management company in case I ever needed those services in the future.
Ken was my main point of contact throughout the buying process and it was a great experience. My favorite parts about working with this team were:
1. They truly work in your best interest. Some other agents may push you to close on a deal purely because it will get them paid faster. Ken was absolutely not like that. He was not afraid to say “I don’t recommend moving forward with this deal.” He wanted to make sure you felt comfortable in your decision and felt good about moving forward. Even after we entered escrow, he made sure to check in with me that I am still feeling good about the transaction, and reiterated that we can cancel escrow if we needed to. We ended up cancelling escrow on a property where we found major issues, and Ken was very supportive throughout the whole process.
2. They really know their stuff. If you are looking for a team that knows all of the little nuances about buying multi family and property management in LA, this is the team for you. There were so many small details, like rent freezes, permits, inspections, etc. that I would have never known if not for this team. Even though I was working with Ken and Will on the real estate side, Diana on the property management side went out of her way to answer my questions about property management. They are some of the most knowledgeable people in the space, especially for the LA market.
3. They are well connected. The property I ended up purchasing was an off-market deal brought to me by their team. This helped because there was no competition for the offer, and it expedited a lot of the process. Especially in this competitive market, off market deals are where you can still find a lot of value, so you need a well-connected agent. This team is that and more. In addition, because of their property management business, they are very well connected to plumbers, handymen, contractors. inspectors, etc. I will definitely continue to lean on them as I manage my first property.

The three points above were the highlights of my experience, but overall it was such a pleasant experience working with them. The cherry on top was they even sent me a gift basket and Lowe’s gift card after I closed! Small detail, but was a great end cap to a long buying process. I’m very happy with my decision and will continue to work with them for future purchases. read less

I was looking for a reliable and trustworthy service during a difficult time. Although Tiao Properties did not offer the amenities I was looking for, they still took the time to answer questions and referred me to the proper channels. I'm certainly keeping their info for future reference.

Will and his wife Diana manage a property we are partial investors in. They are trustworthy, honest and work hard for their clients. We have referred them to other property owners and will continue to do so. I love their attitude and energy and they have a good instinct for… read moreWill and his wife Diana manage a property we are partial investors in. They are trustworthy, honest and work hard for their clients. We have referred them to other property owners and will continue to do so. I love their attitude and energy and they have a good instinct for how to work with the market. Will worked on Capitol Hill as a lobbyist for a non profit and he also worked in the Senate and the House as a staffer and frankly, his strength as an agent comes from this experience. He is able to strategize, business plan and manage unexpected challenges with a level head. Pretty amazing in my book. read less

If you are SERIOUS about selling your home (or duplex in our case) and get the best price for it and service, then I wholeheartedly recommend you to contact and sign a contract with Will Tiao and his highly efficient team. Or just get a no-frills consultation from him! We… read moreIf you are SERIOUS about selling your home (or duplex in our case) and get the best price for it and service, then I wholeheartedly recommend you to contact and sign a contract with Will Tiao and his highly efficient team. Or just get a no-frills consultation from him! We made the mistake of listing with another real estate agent, without doing due diligence, and she sat on our properties wasting a whole year without even bringing one offer–any offer as we told her! Then we found Will (on Yelp!) and we have never looked back. We got the best personal service and several offers and our property was sold at an excellent price and way over what was listed with the previous agent. I was originally skeptical after our bitter experience with the previous agent and was hesitant with Will, but he pleasantly proved me wrong. He also gave us a commission break as he also found the buyer (no third party). Please get moving with Will, who has many potential investors, if you are serious about selling, buying, getting the best service, flexibility and an expert! Mark my word, you will not regret it. read less

I worked with Will and his team to purchase my first apartment building (which they are now managing as well). The process was really great and from the beginning I felt like Will really understood what I was looking for in a property. It wasn't long before we… read moreI worked with Will and his team to purchase my first apartment building (which they are now managing as well). The process was really great and from the beginning I felt like Will really understood what I was looking for in a property. It wasn't long before we identified a building I loved with the right cash flow and price.

As I was on the other side of the country through most of escrow, the team at Tiao Properties managed the inspections and kept me up to speed on what was going on. Overall I've been really happy with their services as a buyer's agent. I'll update when I have a bit more experience with the property management side. read less

Will and Diana at Tiao Properties have been my guides through the real estate puzzle that is Los Angeles multi-unit housing. They helped me find the property that fit my budget, they managed the property during the time I owned it and also helped me sell in record time and… read moreWill and Diana at Tiao Properties have been my guides through the real estate puzzle that is Los Angeles multi-unit housing. They helped me find the property that fit my budget, they managed the property during the time I owned it and also helped me sell in record time and over asking when it came time to sell. I appreciate their market smarts and their kind demeanors. They are on speed dial for the next time I get back into the market. read less

Worked with Ken and Will on my last duplex purchase. First off, market conditions are pretty rough right now and finding an investment property in the SoCal area proves to be near impossible. After months of searching, we finally identified a great deal. Got accepted on the first offer. Ken… read moreWorked with Ken and Will on my last duplex purchase. First off, market conditions are pretty rough right now and finding an investment property in the SoCal area proves to be near impossible. After months of searching, we finally identified a great deal. Got accepted on the first offer. Ken helped negotiate a very favorable deal in my favor. It was one of the more difficult transactions as the seller did not perform to no fault of ours. Despite that, these two calmly guided me through the turmoil and helped negotiate our way through it to get the deal done. Honestly, I lost my cool a few times and these two professionally kept my eyes on the prize. In the end, it all worked out and I pocketed an extra chunk of change to work on the property. read less

There are not enough stars for how satisfies I am as a client of Tiao Properties. Will, my broker and his fabulous team sold my building in Boyle Heights at over asking that more than covered his commission. Tiao Properties is great at marketing and my building sold… read moreThere are not enough stars for how satisfies I am as a client of Tiao Properties. Will, my broker and his fabulous team sold my building in Boyle Heights at over asking that more than covered his commission. Tiao Properties is great at marketing and my building sold in less than 2 months with multiple offers at the height of the Covid crisis. read less

The team at Tiao Properties, led by the amazing Will Tiao, did a wonderful job. We were first-time buyers and they clearly & calmly walked us through the nuances of the process. It's a very competitive market, but we felt like we had some of the most savvy people in… read moreThe team at Tiao Properties, led by the amazing Will Tiao, did a wonderful job. We were first-time buyers and they clearly & calmly walked us through the nuances of the process. It's a very competitive market, but we felt like we had some of the most savvy people in the Los Angeles real estate game fighting for us. In the bidding process, Will and his team put their years of experience toward helping us strategize. And after our bid was accepted, they could have taken their foot off the gas but instead did a great job negotiating to get us the best deal possible. Will also seems to know the right person for every type of issue that could come up and we are continuing to rely on him for these recommendations. We strongly recommend Tiao Properties, particularly for first-time buyers. read less

Will and his team were awesome. First off, just an unbelievably nice guy, who made the whole rental process pleasant and seamless. A consummate professional, Will was a great communicator, and always made himself available for questions, etc.

Definitely recommend.

The Tiao's were excellent in helping my family find the perfect home for us on the westside. Whereas we've had issues in the past w/other agents that prevented us from closing on several homes, the Tiao's and their team were a well-oiled machine and made things easy for us. Even… read moreThe Tiao's were excellent in helping my family find the perfect home for us on the westside. Whereas we've had issues in the past w/other agents that prevented us from closing on several homes, the Tiao's and their team were a well-oiled machine and made things easy for us. Even better was that they had their own team of inspectors and vendors on speed-dial who immediately addressed all issues during the escrow period. If I have any properties to buy or sell in the future, I'll be sure to call them first. read less

Will Tiao did a phenomenal job helping us sell a multi-family apartment building we inherited and had not personally managed. Not having any real estate experience ourselves, the thought of trying to sell a very old building with long-term tenants and low rents was daunting. But Will’s in-depth knowledge of… read moreWill Tiao did a phenomenal job helping us sell a multi-family apartment building we inherited and had not personally managed. Not having any real estate experience ourselves, the thought of trying to sell a very old building with long-term tenants and low rents was daunting. But Will’s in-depth knowledge of our area and the market, and his personal as well as professional experience in dealing with properties such as ours, inspired our confidence. But before we decided to list with Will we wanted to talk with a few other agents and Will graciously encouraged us to do just that. He was never pushy but was always ready to talk with us and offer his help.As a seller I wanted an agent that I felt comfortable working with but also one that I thought would represent us well to potential buyers. Will was personable and professional and demonstrated solid media and marketing skills. Having interviewed other agents we felt that some wanted to list high because they thought that’s what we wanted; others wanted to list low because they saw all the downsides of the property. We felt Will’s recommended listing price was the most honest and realistic and based on a strategy which resulted in our final sales price being $200,000 over the listing price. We couldn’t have been more pleased.During a crazy seller’s market, Will handled the onslaught of calls and offers with ease. He was patient and coached us through the process of selling and doing a 1031 exchange. Will worked diligently to keep the sale moving forward smoothly despite some unexpected glitches. Will has a ready laugh that kept things light when I started to get stressed. Will was definitely a godsend and we highly recommend him and Tiao Properties. read less

Will Tiao did a phenomenal job helping us sell a multi-family apartment building we inherited and had not personally managed. Not having any real estate experience ourselves, the thought of trying to sell a very old building with long-term tenants and low rents was daunting. But Will’s in-depth knowledge of… read moreWill Tiao did a phenomenal job helping us sell a multi-family apartment building we inherited and had not personally managed. Not having any real estate experience ourselves, the thought of trying to sell a very old building with long-term tenants and low rents was daunting. But Will’s in-depth knowledge of our area and the market, and his personal as well as professional experience in dealing with properties such as ours, inspired our confidence. But before we decided to list with Will we wanted to talk with a few other agents and Will graciously encouraged us to do just that. He was never pushy but was always ready to talk with us and offer his help.

As a seller I wanted an agent that I felt comfortable working with but also one that I thought would represent us well to potential buyers. Will was personable and professional and demonstrated solid media and marketing skills. Having interviewed other agents we felt that some wanted to list high because they thought that’s what we wanted; others wanted to list low because they saw all the downsides of the property. We felt Will’s recommended listing price was the most honest and realistic and based on a strategy which resulted in our final sales price being $200,000 over the listing price. We couldn’t have been more pleased.

During a crazy seller’s market, Will handled the onslaught of calls and offers with ease. He was patient and coached us through the process of selling and doing a 1031 exchange. Will worked diligently to keep the sale moving forward smoothly despite some unexpected glitches. Will has a ready laugh that kept things light when I started to get stressed. Will was definitely a godsend and we highly recommend him and Tiao Properties. read less

Worked with Ken and Will on my last duplex purchase. First off, market conditions are pretty rough right now and finding an investment property in the SoCal area proves to be near impossible. After months of searching, we finally identified a great deal. Got accepted on the first offer. Ken… read moreWorked with Ken and Will on my last duplex purchase. First off, market conditions are pretty rough right now and finding an investment property in the SoCal area proves to be near impossible. After months of searching, we finally identified a great deal. Got accepted on the first offer. Ken helped negotiate a very favorable deal in my favor. It was one of the more difficult transactions as the seller did not perform to no fault of ours. Despite that, these two calmly guided me through the turmoil and helped negotiate our way through it to get the deal done. Honestly, I lost my cool a few times and these two professionally kept my eyes on the prize. In the end, it all worked out and I pocketed an extra chunk of change to work on the property. read less

I worked with Will and his team to purchase my first apartment building (which they are now managing as well). The process was really great and from the beginning I felt like Will really understood what I was looking for in a property. It wasn’t long before we… read moreI worked with Will and his team to purchase my first apartment building (which they are now managing as well). The process was really great and from the beginning I felt like Will really understood what I was looking for in a property. It wasn’t long before we identified a building I loved with the right cash flow and price.As I was on the other side of the country through most of escrow, the team at Tiao Properties managed the inspections and kept me up to speed on what was going on. Overall I’ve been really happy with their services as a buyer’s agent. I’ll update when I have a bit more experience with the property management side. read less