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Yashaswy G.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDThis was our first home purchase, and Haleem made the entire process so much easier for us. He was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and always very responsive and present whenever we had questions. We really appreciated his guidance and support throughout the whole process. Highly recommend!
Boktor C.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHad a great experience working with Haleem. He was super easy to work with, always responsive, and really went out of his way to make the entire process as smooth as possible. What I appreciated most was that he never made us feel pressured and was always straightforward with us. He was available whenever we had questions, stayed on top of everything, and genuinely looked out for us throughout the entire process. Would definitely recommend Haleem to anyone looking for an agent. Great guy, easy to work with, and someone you can trust to have your best interest in mind.
Elva R.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem Ballou from the Ballou Real Estate Team is truly in a league of his own. I can say without hesitation, if you want someone who will go all in for you, who will fight like its his own home on the line, Haleem is that person! From the very start, I just knew: if I had any chance of getting this house, I needed a fierce, relentless negotiator who actually cared. Not just about closing a deal, but about me, my future, and what this home meant to me. Haleem didnt just meet that expectation, he blew it out of the water. There were moments in the process where things could have easily fallen apart, but Haleem never wavered. He stayed sharp, strategic, and completely committed. He kept me grounded when I needed it, confident when it mattered most, and he never stopped pushing until we won. And thats exactly what it felt like, a win. What makes Haleem so special isnt just his skill (which is incredible), its his heart. You can feel how much he cares in every conversation, every update, every move he makes on your behalf. He shows up 100%, every single time. Because of Haleem, I didnt just get a house, I got my home. And Ill never forget the incredible role he played in making that happen. Hands down, the best of the best. If youre thinking about working with him, dont even hesitate, you want Haleem in your corner.
Noel B.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDI had a fantastic experience working with Haleem Ballou. From day one, it was clear that he was determined to get the deal done quickly and efficiently. Haleem is incredibly knowledgeable about the market and paid attention to every single detail, ensuring nothing fell through the cracks. He guided me through the entire process and was always available to answer questions, no matter the time. If you want an agent who is proactive and truly cares about the outcome, I highly recommend Haleem
Amelia H.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem helped us purchase our first condo and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. As first-time home buyers, we really appreciated his guidance, patience, and responsiveness. Highly recommend!
Marissaparker1987
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem and his team have helped us sell two homes and buy one over the last 5 years and have never been disappointed. He and his team go above and beyond to meet and exceed his clients needs/wants. Hes honest, transparent and sets realistic expectations that have always been exceeded. If you are in the greater Bay Area and looking to buy and or sell Haleem is the agent youre looking for!
Lexi M.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWe've worked with Haleem twice now - once for buying our home and then again, years later for selling our home. He and his team have been phenomenal to work with each time and ensured that we had reasonable expectations and that those expectations were met and exceeded. We don't live in the area anymore but would work with him again in a heartbeat if we ever return.
Ashwinxnathan
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem has been incredibly helpful and attentive throughout the entire buying process. He was always ready to help for anything confusing me as a first time buyer and made the process almost too easy, there was no stress and nothing complicated for me to handle. He's very quick to respond and regularly checked in in the weeks after closing to make sure everything was still going smoothly and made sure I felt taken care of. Haleem knows what hes doing and is well connected, and I highly recommend him for anyone on the fence.
Roberto M.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWorking with Haleem was amazing to work with! He made the whole home-buying process smooth and stress-free. He was always available to answer questions, kept us informed every step of the way, and really listened to what I was looking for. His knowledge and professionalism gave us confidence throughout the process, and we couldnt be happier with my new home. He works really fast and you can tell he loves what he does and he is there to help I highly recommend Haleem to anyone looking to buy or sell!
Janelle W.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWeve worked with Haleem for years, and hes our go-to for all things real estate! Hes incredibly knowledgeable about the market, quick to respond, and always goes the extra mile to make sure were informed and confident in every decision. Hes thorough, professional, and most importantlyaEUR"trustworthy. Whether youre buying, selling, or just have questions, you wont find anyone better. Highly recommend!
Carol M.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem did an outstanding job in selling my home. It was nice not having to do anything, Haleem handled it all and in a timely manner. Communication was spot on, he did a job well done. I put my trust in him to sell my house and he did not disappoint! I highly recommend Haleem if you're looking for a Realtor to sell your home. I've worked with a few other realtors, and Haleem by far is the best. Highly recommend!!!
Zuser20170424114153082
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem literally made our dream house happen within 10 days (also kudos to the loan officer team). In a competitive market that we were in, we were not unfamiliar with losing bids which created a lot of stress and anxiety for us. That's why a knowledgable and skillful agent is so important in the house-buying process - and Haleem is a great example of that! Although he's a busy man, he's always on top of all our (big and small) questions. And I would also like to mention that Haleem is so patient with our toddler daughter who immediately opens up to him - spiritually I think that's saying a lot about his character. We cannot thank Haleem and his team enough for making our dream house happen; and we will definitely recommend him to our family and friends!
Mica J.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem is extremely knowledgeable and has quite the way with negotiations. He responses quickly and always gives excellent advice. We had been looking for a home for several years and within a few months of working with Haleem, we were able to find a wonderful home. We appreciated when finding a "good potential" home, he would review certain things that we could not change about the place (location, noise levels, etc.). We appreciated his honesty and abilities to work with our own home lender. He has a variety of resources and people to reference (contractors, home lenders, etc.). We would recommend him in a heartbeat to anyone as an amazing realtor.
Shanevanexel
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had great assistance from Haleem Ballou in finding our ideal house. The procedure went smoothly with no problem thanks to his professionalism, expertise, and devotion. Haleem consistently met our expectations and was attentive to our needs. He is an excellent and trustworthy real estate agent, and we heartily recommend him to anyone looking. An ideal 10/10
Cramagoo
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem actually worked predominantly with my sister on the sale of our Dad's home following his death. My contact with Haleem was limited, but in every event, he was very professional, available, present and responsive. He returned calls promptly, delivered on commitments and managed an array of services in preparing the house for sale. I was stunned at the pace and quality of the work Haleem had completed. I was especially pleased that he effectively removed so much of the complication and stress that might well have fallen on my sister and family generally. Haleem's can-do, positive attitude and his expertise navigating around and thru pitfalls additionally impressed me. I had another kind of experience in 2018 with a realtor who spent no where near the time or effort to justify their substantial commission - by comparison, Haleem more than earned his payday on this sale. I will always be grateful to him for his services in our time of need.
Kayldye
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem was the best realtor I have ever had the privilege of working with! He took so much stress away, after my dad died, trying to figure out how I was going to manage getting his house cleaned out, updated, many things fixedaEUR"when I live 350 miles away! He has a crew that can do anything! He found deals on very expensive things like a new furnace, and already has people he trusts to install. He always returned my calls within minutes, and kept me up to date on any work being done. Totally trustworthy, great guy! If you don't have Haleem coordinating and selling your home, I feel sorry for you. Other realtors tell you all the things they demand you accomplish so they can sell your house and get a commission without lifting a finger. Haleem does it all!
Digital500
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem is just a really amazing realtor. Super hard working and just goes above and beyond to make sure that he takes care of you. I was extremely happy with the entire process. He got the job done and did it better than anyone else. Highly highly recommend him. Thank you Haleem it was a pleasure to work with you.
Shefali K.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem and Elva was instrumental in finding us the perfect home. They provided us with a great selection of listings that matched our preferences. They were excellent at guiding us through the offer process, ensuring we made a strong offer and successfully secured our dream home. We're grateful for their guidance and support.
Hamed S.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem helped me but my first home and I had a very good experience working with him. He was super flexible in accommodating my schedule when showing houses and always came prepared with a list of comparable sales, and the competitive landscape.
DanielCandelario7
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had a great experience as first time home buyers with Haleem. He was very knowledgeable and was there to walk us through every step of the process. He also made him himself readily available any time we had qrecommend. Would definitely recommend.
LitonDey
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had an excellent experience working with Haleem for our first home. As a first timer, we knew nothing and he made sure to explain each and every step in detail at the beginning of the home search. He is very knowledgeable about the market the process, we always felt that we are in good hands. Due to very competitive market, we often felt stressed and demotivated. However, he was not and he constantly helped and guide up to look for right properties only and how we should not compromise with our requirements because we were outbid multiple times. He gave us such great advice along the way and never made us feel like we were putting ourselves in A bad spot. Finally we found our dream home and he ensured that the whole closing process is seamless for us on time. He is very responsive and on top of everything you need your realtor for. What stuck me most , his quick adaption of situation and modify strategy. I will refer him to any friends and family without any doubt. Thank you.
Zuser20150501105727416
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem was absolutely amazing in helping me sell my condo in San Jose. Not only did he cover all the stress of clean up, staging, and clear communication - he did so while I was out of town. Ended up selling for $50k over asking too! Highly recommend Haleem to represent you in buying OR selling. -Alex
SanJoseCA408
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDI had an excellent experience with Haleem from first call to closing. The buying process was smooth and efficient. Not only is Haleem knowledgeable of the local market and neighborhoods, he was also highly responsive to all my questions and concerns. He is an honest and up-front communicator which I greatly appreciate. I was highly satisfied with Haleem as my realtor.
Rickyn92
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem and his team drove us to the finish line on our first home. He is well-communicated and constantly provided us updates and information regarding any news. Pairing up with Haleem, you'll find he is a very driven and straight shot individual. We combed through homes with pros and cons always giving us his 110% attention and feedback. My wife and I were impressed with the different outlooks he provided, i.e. house layout impacting baby planning. He's a good man who takes pride and ownership in his work and clientele. I would definitely recommend him to any person looking for an agent.
John S.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem did a great job. We managed to sell 2 houses, and buy another in a little over 6 weeks. This is the second time in a little over a year we managed in a tight market to get the houses we made an offer on.
Ashley H.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDOur experience with Haleem was absolutely seamless! We were first time home buyers so we knew absolutely nothing about purchasing a home, searching for a home making offers, etc. While working with Haleem we felt we were in great hands because he knew so much about the market, the process and really took our needs into consideration. He gave us such great advice along the way and never made us feel like we were putting ourselves in A bad spot. He was quick to find us our dream home and when it came to making offers, Haleem truly dropped everything and made us feel like we were the only people he was working with. Although, we know he was busy and had so many other clients at the same time. We know being a realtor is hard work and requires long hours and we truly experienced that from Haleem and his team. Didnt matter if it was late evenings. Haleem made sure to get things done for us and throughout our closing process literally made it so smooth that we never had to follow up or question where we were in the process. We couldnt have asked for a better experience! Even now that we have moved in, he has made sure to check in on us to make sure we have everything we need. Thank you!
Shyamflipflops
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem is very professional, friendly, and very understanding of client requirements. He helped us buy our 1st townhome. Since it was Pandemic, all house showings were with Haleem present, and we had seen a lot of houses. He had been very patient and not very pushy on putting offers. After moving in, he checked on any issues in the home and also paid us a visit later to address some minor appliance issues. We highly recommend him!
Deva D.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDIt was a fantastic experience working with Haleem in every aspect. We were very impressed with Haleem's knowledge when to comes to the housing market. He is a very good listener and responds to each and every query of yours with utmost patience and detail. He provides clear and honest guidance/feedback on which areas/zip codes are likely to see higher house inflation and will give you better returns and also explains why. Haleem took the time to learn about our requirements and believes in establishing relationships. He works tirelessly to come up with listings based on your requirements. Not just that, he goes above and beyond in using his resources and experience to run the comparables for each house that we are scheduled to tour on any given day. He analyzes multiple factors in the comparables and also uses his experience to determine the best offer price for each property you tour with him. Generally agents wait for you to finalize the property and then they run the comparables and come up with the offer price which is already too late for me as house offer price is a key factor in finalizing the house. He is very upfront and will reject the property even before you reject it - that shows he is not out there to make his commission. He wants to make sure his clients get what they are looking for. All in all Haleem is very knowledgeable, polite and easy to work with person and I highly recommend Haleem to any and every one looking for houses in bay area.
Raman L.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem was helpful throughout the whole process and totally transparent. He was able to get our house sold quickly and over asking price! He will be my agent forever.
John S.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem is very responsive, and did an excellent job to help me bid and buy my new home. In the future, if I want to buy or sell again, Haleem will be the only person I will call to be my real estate agent.
Sphani G.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem was our buyer's agent when we bought our first home. Our home search was during the COVID pandemic which made home buying a bit more unpredictable from a market and seller psychology standpoint. However, working with Haleem was smooth and seamless and we were able to find our dream home within 6 weeks without compromising on anything we care about! He is a very good listener and communicator. If we expressed an opinion or a choice at any time, we could be sure that he not only grasps it but also remembers that and applies it during the home search. He is always reachable by text and responds promptly even when he is in the middle of something else, assuring that hell be reaching out to us right after that. Haleems preparedness before a home visit with the comps and highlights from seller disclosures made it very easy to understand each home. His expertise in house appraisal was very clear and he was able to spot the non-obvious issues with homes which is what we needed help with. You can also ask him about how much any remodeling costs, which is very handy. In all the offers we made Haleem was spot on about the price the house might go for, ahead of time, based on comps and the current market trends. He seems to work 48 hours a day and always gives his fullest, to the whole process! Above all, it was very clear that he treats clients as family and approaches each home offer like he was buying it for family! We thoroughly enjoyed working with him and it never felt like he was an outsider.
Marissa L.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem and his team are nothing short of EXCEPTIONAL! From the very beginning Haleem made my Husband and I feel like we were his family and that he'd do everything in his power to get us the results we wanted. His attention to detail and commitment to his clients is unmatched! He sold our first home far above what we paid which allowed us to purchase our dream home! I cannot say enough good things about this reality group. If you want a relator you can trust with the knowledge and drive to get you more than what you thought was possible, look no further! My husband and I are clients for life!
Zuser20190306134708349
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem is very knowledgable and very helpful. Me and my wife recently sold our home. Which we thought we wouldn't be able to because of all the mobile park regulations. However Haleem went above and beyond, gave us contacts of contractors to repair our home. He was always checking in on us and giving us update's. What impressed me the most was how he helped after it got sold and we moved out. Me and my wife moved pretty far away so didn't have time to go back and touch up the place. So Haleem went there him self cleaned and painted area's that needed touch up very committed!!
ALICIABLUE717
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDIt is great pleasure working with Haleem Ballou and his real estate team. Having owned and sold my property in NY and dealing with various agents in searching for our new home in Bay Area, I met with several real estate agents at different capacities. I personally have not seen any real estate agent that can even be a close match to Haleem. As a buyer, I know him as an extremely experienced buyer's agent, that critically goes through the property selection for the good of the buyer and seek their satisfaction in a property. He takes their word as final and never ever compel or misguide his clients. His assistant, Alicia is a very efficient professional responding to our queries from time to time, and kept us well informed of the whole process of the real estate transaction until closing. At his young age, that kind of maturity and commitment is a great sign of his bright future in Real Estate business and my wife and I greatly admire and wish him a great continued success.
Leonleo1
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDIf I had to describe Haleem in one word, I would have to say passionate. Haleem treats his clients like family and really loves what he does. During our home buying process Haleem personally ...
Elva R.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaving interviewed countless of agents, I could not have been happier to have chosen Haleem as our real estate agent! He followed through with every promise he made from start to finish and even after closing the deal. His great negotiation skills made it possible for me and my family to get the house of our dreams BELOW our budget. He made sure to keep our best interest at the core of every decision and kept us well-informed every step of the way. I would highly recommend Haleem as your real estate agent if you are looking to have a strong yet caring negotiator on your side!
Waseem B.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWorking with Haleem was a real pleasure, he really helped me in the difficult process of finding a home and made the process fun and easy! Would surely recommend Haleem to my closest friends and family! Haleem went above & beyond for me, and I'm certain he will do the same for you!
Zuser20150826093048579
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaving interviewed countless of agents, I could not have been happier to have chosen Haleem as our real estate agent! He followed through with every promise he made from start to finish and even after ...
Waseemo91
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWorking with Haleem was a real pleasure, he really helped me in the difficult process of finding a home and made the process fun and easy! Would surely recommend Haleem to my closest friends and family!Haleem ...
Corkyfulton0
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWe had to sell the home we had been living in for the past 40 plus years. The house needed extensive repairs and I don't know how we could have done it without Haleem. He guided us through the maze ...
Pauline K.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWow! We had an extremely wonderful experience working with Haleem! Not only was Haleem super easy to work with, he is knowledgeable, approachable, personable, endlessly patient, and incredibly generous with his time (including mornings, evenings, and weekends). His expertise is apparent in all aspects of the buying and selling process. In working with us, he offered valuable advice, answered every question and provided reassurance through every step of the process. Buying a home is both challenging and stressful but working with Haleem made it as painless and positive as possible! I am still amazed how smooth the whole process was. I totally recommend Haleem to my own friends and family and should the time come to buy/sell again, we will be going to him in the future. He's the BEST!
Mayra H.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem has been such a huge help me since I moved to San Jose 1 year ago. When I first moved here from Gilroy, I didnt know the area too well and I was searching for my first home. I thought I was going to have to live further out to afford what I wanted, but Haleem found me an amazing house within walking distance of my daughters school. I fell in love with that house, so he helped me with getting an amazing deal on the new house, and he SOLD my Parents home in Gilroy for a great price within just a few days. YES, you read that correctly - My parents home was under contract in less than a week and it sold for much more than any other within a mile. This was my first time buying a house, yet he made it extremely easy for me. He gave my parents simple suggestions for getting the house ready to sell, and took beautiful photographs for the home listing. He also printed out really nice little booklets, with lots of photos and a brief description of my home, for people who looked at the house to take home with them. I still cant believe how WELL everything worked out with BOTH buying and selling. YOU are HANDS DOWN the BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT , and I will definitely be recommending you to my friends and peers. Thanks again Haleem!
Zuser20170824112629646
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDWow! We had an extremely wonderful experience working with Haleem! Not only was Haleem super easy to work with, he is knowledgeable, approachable, personable, endlessly patient, and incredibly generous ...
Mayra
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem has been such a huge help me since I moved to San Jose 1 year ago. When I first moved here from Gilroy, I didnt know the area too well and I was searching for my first home. I thought I was going ...
Nick
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem have helped me close on a house in this very competitive market. We've worked together for the past four months and I find him to be a dependable and hardworking realtor. What really stood out ...
Limayeashwin123
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem helped us get our dream home in Sunnyvale in a very competitive market. We had been looking up listing websites and attending open houses ourselves, and had also submitted a couple of unsuccessful ...
Kishan G.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDIf you are truly ready to get into a home then just call Haleem. My wife and I had been looking at homes for over 5months - doing the usual open houses and getting in touch with agents to show us something around our price range. That was not working out too well as whenever we did find something there were 10 offers well above our price point. We would go through the roller coaster ride of emotions and then get back at looking at homes again. It just happened by chance that Haleem got a hold of us from a Zillow inquiry we had done on a home and boy am I glad we ended up going with him as our agent. Within a couples of weeks of seeing homes that he filtered (all of which interested us) we were able to make two bids and ended up getting one. In this market to be able to get the house you feel is just right for you is very hard. But don't worry Haleem has you covered. He is able to gather up just the right type of homes you would be interested in and then putting up an offer and getting the home is a breeze with him on board. Also, once you are over the hump of getting your offer accepted he has a good team of people / support to ensure your transition into your home goes smoothly.
KishanGoundar
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDIf you are truly ready to get into a home then just call Haleem. My wife and I had been looking at homes for over 5months - doing the usual open houses and getting in touch with agents to show us something ...
Jlear5000
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDHaleem was very responsive to our inquiries and listened to our questions in order to find the best option for our family. As the deal progressed, he was able to negotiate solutions that worked for both ...
Isaacs A.
Review for Member: Haleem Ballou
ZillowVERIFIEDYou wont find a better advocate for you and your family...Haleem works tirelessly to make sure you are extremely satisfied first and foremost. He is a great conduit between buyers and sellers, and can represent either side well. I was impressed with his attention to detail in the paperwork which is so important for those of us that dont do this regularly to know the subtleties in the language and How it will affect the sale. I found it so refreshing that he didnt just answer to quickly dismiss our questions, but instead he took the time to research and confirm answers as well as finding solutions. Haleem works closely with a team that share a breadth of experience stemming from decades in the field. Haleem took the time to really learn about the needs of my family and believes in establishing relationships, not treating people as a business transaction. He personally went above and beyond, using his time and resources to make sure the home closed on time. When he's not tending to his clients, you will find him devoting time to those less fortunate. It is truly wonderful to see a person with such a great heart and work ethic achieve his level of success. We are extremely grateful to Haleem and would highly recommend him to You wont find a better advocate for you and your family...Haleem works tirelessly to make sure you are extremely satisfied first and foremost. He is a great conduit between buyers and sellers, and can represent either side well. I was impressed with his attention to detail in the paperwork which is so important for those of us that dont do this regularly to know the subtleties in the language and How it will affect the sale. I found it so refreshing that he didnt just answer to quickly dismiss our questions, but instead he took the time to research and confirm answers as well as finding solutions. Haleem works closely with a team that share a breadth of experience stemming from decades in the field. Haleem took the time to really learn about the needs of my family and believes in establishing relationships, not treating people as a business transaction. He personally went above and beyond, using his time and resources to make sure the home closed on time. When he's not tending to his clients, you will find him devoting time to those less fortunate. It is truly wonderful to see a person with such a great heart and work ethic achieve his level of success. We are extremely grateful to Haleem and highly recommend him to everyone.