Dorothy Liu

Dorothy Liu

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Specialties

• Residential Sales & Purchase
• Buyers Moving Up
• First Time Buyers
• Sellers Downsizing
• Investment Properties
• 1031 Exchange
• Relocation Services



Professional Affiliations
• National Association of REALTORS®
• California Association of REALTORS®
• Silicon Valley Association of REALTORS®

Education

BA, UC Berkeley with continuing education at Stanford University
About Dorothy
Dorothy provides outstanding service beyond the expectations of her buyers and sellers with her energy, enthusiasm, passion and professionalism working as a full time REALTORS® for Compass for over 15 years. She provides expert service in Los Altos, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Palo Alto and the rest of Silicon Valley. Dorothy is a Bay Area native with exceptional marketing, negotiation and creative strategy skills gained from her work in real estate and previously with tech companies. Dorothy is committed to providing her clients with the best information possible about buying and selling real estate. Her clients experience the trust and respect as well as the detail oriented care and responsiveness of a true professional.

Dorothy is a licensed Broker Associate, a distinction held by less than 15% of REALTORS®. As Dorothy is committed to protecting our environment, Dorothy has the National Association of REALTORS® GREEN building designation and acts as an excellent resource for GREEN building and energy efficiency for her buyers and sellers.

Dorothy is a registered Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) able to serve unique seniors with their real estate needs. To help her clients prepare homes to get top dollar, she is an Accredited Staging Professional (ASP). With the Quality Service Certification (QSC), Dorothy guarantees excellent service which has been proven with her consistent PLATINUM ratings from her clients. Because people do move and smooth transitions are important, Dorothy is a Relocation & Global Specialist. In our diverse world, Dorothy is prepared to help with her Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) certification. Also Dorothy is prepared to help with people needing to handle probate properties, Dorothy is a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES). She'll be able to guide those in charge to handle properties smoothly for her clients.

Dorothy has thrived in Los Altos for 26 years with her two wonderful children. She is actively involved in the community doing volunteer work. She is married to Alex who was born in Hong Kong and graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Stanford University, where they met.

Alex is a licensed contractor in the bay area and provides Dorothy's clients with a wide network of professionals and service providers to recommend. Dorothy was born in San Francisco and has always lived in the Bay Area. She graduated from UC Berkeley and has continuing education at Stanford and Santa Clara University. Dorothy has over 30 years as a real estate investor herself so she knows both the buyer and seller perspectives. Her expertise in marketing, negotiation, communication, strategies, and finance and over 15 years real estate experience is positioned to meet all her buyer and seller needs.

Comprehensive Real Estate Website (tools for sellers and buyers, market trends, off-markets and more)
My Housing Blog with Valuable Tips for Buyers/Sellers




Seller Testimonials

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SELLERS

"We really appreciated the integrity Dorothy showed during the whole sales transaction. She was also very prompt and thorough in executing what she promised. The contractors she recommended to help us prepare our home for sale were easy to work with and did excellent work. Dorothy's preparations and guidance through the bid opening process was much appreciated. Looking back at the experience, we especially appreciated all the little things that Dorothy did to help us get our home vacated that she really was not expected to do. GREAT job overall!"
- W. Iimura, Cupertino Seller

"This is the third home-sale we’ve been fortunate to have Dorothy Liu as our real estate agent. Dorothy is a great real estate agent and I think you will be very fortunate if you get her to be your agent. Dorothy makes good things happen!

I’m not talking about magic. I’m talking about the following:

· Expertise
· Hard Work
· Commitment to Her Clients
· Strong Listening Skills
· Strong Communication Skills
· Attention to Details while Keeping the Big Picture Clearly in Focus
· An Always Pleasant while Professional Demeanor and
· A Readiness to Solve Problems and Seize Opportunities.

Most recently Dorothy brought this armamentum of characteristics to what I’ll call a nightmare situation.

A little over a week before the expected closing of the sale the buyer sent us a cancellation notice. The buyer refused to close.

So, how did Dorothy deal with this? Being Dorothy, she had not simply ignored other potential buyers, but was able to contact another potential buyer who had emerged late in the purchase process. The net net of what transpired was a new sale that brought us the same price offer as the previous buyer for our home and we closed quickly with no contingencies.

We give the highest recommendation of Dorothy without reservation!!!"

- Ted & Risa

" We had the pleasure of working with Dorothy for both the purchase and sale of our home in San Jose. We couldn't imagine having done either transaction without her help, guidance and expertise. Dorothy stayed extremely close to all the details throughout the process and was very proactive in addressing issues before they would arise. She consistently communicated to ensure we stayed informed along the way. When we came up against a roadblock, she would find a way around it. When the house listed and the flood of offers came in, Dorothy helped us navigate the sea of different considerations in each offer until we arrived at the one that met all of our needs. She was truly fantastic.

Beyond being a great partner on these transactions, she is a great person. We consider her (and her family) as part of our extended family. We hope you have the opportunity to work with Dorothy on the purchase or sale of your home. You will be very happy with your choice."

- Ryan & Christy

"I have purchased 2 homes and recently sold one - all with Dorothy Liu. She's an exceptional agent who goes above and beyond to ensure her clients are 110% satisfied. In my recent home sale experience with Dorothy, she provided me with a complete list and schedule of everything that would be done for my home to go to market. Dorothy communicated with me daily on progress. If I had a question or concern, she replied immediately day or night with thorough responses. There is no detail large or small that goes unnoticed with Dorothy. She made sure anything related to the sale (eg paperwork, house painting, gardening, handyman work) was done correctly and in a timely manner. In fact when the appraisal of the home came in, Dorothy immediately flagged multiple issues with the assessment. She noticed many large mistakes and carefully documented all of them. Dorothy sent this documentation right away to the buyer agent who forwarded along to the appraising bank. This resulted in a significant increase in the appraised value of the home! I honestly feel so fortunate to be a client of Dorothy's and can't imagine working with anyone else. If you are lucky enough to become her client, you can trust things will get done and done correctly. You will receive the best service you can imagine."
- JL

"Dorothy Liu Gets Results!

March 2020 was the second time we hired Dorothy Liu to be our real estate agent. The first time was in 2007 when we sold our home of 24 years. With Dorothy’s expertise we were able to sell our house quickly and for over asking price.

When it came time to sell our townhouse, we did not hesitate to hire Dorothy again. Our house sold quickly, and we are delighted with the price.

Dorothy has a breadth and depth of knowledge that is hard to find. She knows the market. She knows how to price your home so that it can sell quickly and at the best price. And she knows how to prepare your home so that it can shine and be at its best.

We find Dorothy honest and extremely hard working. We give her our very highest recommendation!"

- T & R

"Dorothy helped me update and sell my home. It was a stressful time made better by her support and advice. Her knowledge of selling real estate made the entire process easier than I expected. Dorothy was attentive to my needs and guided me through the many decisions I needed to make. It's her caring nature and experience with the housing market that makes her tops in my book! I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation!"
- Sabrina Robbins, New Home Seller in Sunnyvale

"Dorothy went above and beyond for us, and really became a part of our family. She consulted and guided through our home renovation, connecting us with the talented contractors in her network. Once our home was ready for sale, she worked her magic to stage the home. We received a ton of traffic, and multiple offers way above asking. She even ended up negotiating rent-back for us while we searched for our next home, but ended up not needing it because of her dedication - we were able to purchase the home of our dreams after only 2 weeks. As stressful as selling/buying a home can be, Dorothy made it a pleasure. You'd be lucky to work with her!"
- Alena & Jesse J.

"Dorothy sets a very high bar for excellence and exceeds it every time. I have availed her services for few years now. In the past 4 months, she has helped me sell 2 condos in San Jose area. I am delighted with every step of the process she supported me. She goes out of her way to make sure all details are planned and executed in time. I couldn't be happier! Dorothy rocks!"
- Ramesh & Tarni D

"Dorothy is dedicated, professional, and really knows the market well. She was able to get my home looking its best and on the market very quickly. She kept me informed throughout the process and was always available for any questions. My home sale was very successful, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend working with Dorothy Liu!"
- Sandy G.

"I never would have imagined that the sale would have been as quick and as successful as it turned out. Both Cindy and I were very impressed by how Dorothy quarterbacked the entire process from start to finish with terrific attention to detail. We recently sold our home in Los Altos. After reviewing a number of agents, we decided that Dorothy Liu was, hands-down, the best choice. We were impressed by her deep understanding of the market, incredible attention to detail, pragmatic perspective, and high level of enthusiasm and energy.

" We ended up selling our house in record time! Dorothy was instrumental in helping us prepare the house for market in record time. She had a terrific rolodex of various service professionals (cleaners, painters, etc.) that helped our house show well. Dorothy provided valuable help in reviewing the offers submitted and getting us into contract with a buyer. Her diligent efforts and follow-through continued through Closing. We were delighted to work with Dorothy on this transaction and would look forward to working with her again in the future."
- Steve & Cindy G.

"My parents had purchased our home in 1957, so when I decided to sell it 55 years later, it was difficult and emotional. What was special about Dorothy was she turned an old worn-out house into a beautiful model home! She got us top brands after tirelessly shopping for the best prices. She was always easily accessible and extremely friendly. I felt like I was working with my best friend. Dorothy is an amazing real estate professional but an even better person! I would recommend Dorothy to anyone!"
- Kathy J.

"Dorothy has been very proactive and helpful in selling my home. She provides comparisons, analysis and recommendations as an expert agent in helping us make decisions and guiding through the process. She is honest and always looking out for us without being overbearing. Dorothy has very effective communication skills, which helps her connect to all types of personalities. I’d like to recommend her for your real estate needs."
- Ramesh D.

"Dorothy amazes us by her energy, hard work, and experience. Dorothy is an en excellent communicator, and has a positive, understanding attitude that makes it a joy to work with her. She sold our house more smoothly than we ever could have imagined.

We would absolutely want to use Dorothy when it comes time to sell again. Dorothy simply took care of things and made things happen, while being unbelievably responsive to our suggestions as well. She’s also innovative and creative, and has great contacts. She got our home in stunning condition in just a few days and took just a few more days to generate multiple offers and sell above asking despite a relatively cool market. We couldn’t imagine anyone putting in more time and heart into it as Dorothy, and give her our highest recommendation."

- Joel & Maria

"As the executor of my Mom’s estate, I was obligated to fairly distribute my Mom’s home and furniture to my siblings. Lots of family emotions were involved. Dorothy’s comprehensive presentation coupled with her enthusiasm sold me on engaging her services. Although the general real estate market was struggling, Dorothy proposed a strategy to quickly prepare the home for sale and at a very favorable price. Dorothy helped by obtaining multiple quotes from licensed contractors. Dorothy prepared a schedule and worked closely to ensure timely completions of the tasks.

Why select Dorothy as a REALTOR®? Simply put – Dorothy is an excellent communicator in person, on the cell phone and email. What sets her apart from the rest? Dorothy is the most involved REALTOR® I have ever met. She meets the family and helped us all through the transition process.

Dorothy is absolutely undaunted in solving scheduling problems. She is totally committed to every step in the process in the sale. In conclusion, I received offers better than asking with no contingencies. I was extremely happy with Dorothy’s real estate skills and would highly recommend her to anyone interested in selling their home."

- Jack G.

"We used Dorothy to sell our property and she was an excellent agent. Her expertise, dedication and sheer energy truly came across in selling our property: she was incredibly thorough in helping us prepare the property for sale, going far beyond what was expected, and then very supportive and diligent throughout the whole process. I can't imagine working with a better agent."
- Tanya & Jeffrey

"Hard working, responsive, and resourceful are some of the qualities that describe Dorothy Liu as my real estate agent. Her proactive response to resolve issues instill confidence that you are in good hands and that the transaction will proceed smoothly.

I felt relieved that there was someone that I can count on throughout to reduce the daunting task of organizing, preparing and selling the house to something that was not only manageable but was done efficiently and in a timely manner. I recommend Dorothy Liu as a real estate agent – she will make sure that your home looks its best and will be professionally marketed. She listens to make sure that your concerns are addressed."

- Irene H.

"Dorothy is the hardest working agent I have met. She consistently performed above and beyond our expectation. Anybody can do paperwork. Dorothy was always willing to handle the surprises that inevitably arise.

The sale with Dorothy was much smoother and less stressful than our other transactions I’ve had. This was almost totally attributable to Dorothy’s hard work. I will strongly recommend her to anyone buying or selling a home."

- Mike & Patty

"We interviewed several REALTORS®, and when the process was over it was obvious to us that Dorothy stood head and shoulders above the others. She laid out a thorough, time phased plan to get our home ready and to provide maximum exposure to potential buyers. Dorothy’s helpful spirit, coupled with her incredible energy level made the whole effort for us seem so much more manageable. She was there for us at every turn, offering her help and dutifully checking details. Our house sold in just ten days and most of the credit for that goes to the professionalism and capability demonstrated by Dorothy Liu.

Dorothy has earned our respect and admiration. We are proud to call her our friend and recommend her professionally without reservation."

- Joseph & Joan

" "Superlative, outstanding, responsive, proactive – these are just some of the qualities that come to mind when we think of Dorothy Liu as our real estate agent. Perhaps most important, she delivers. Dorothy brings new meaning to the phrase “problem solving.” She is tireless, resourceful, honest, and the consummate professional.

Dorothy’s marketing savvy really paid off! Her thorough analysis of the market enabled us to exceed our expectations. We wouldn’t hesitate to hire her again! We recommend her most highly to anyone selling or buying a home."

- Ted & Risa.

"Dorothy is professional, energetic and dedicated to her job. She works very hard to meet our expectation. She takes care of almost everything: overseeing the complete remodeling job, staging the house, and doing massive marketing for the house. We’re glad that we didn’t need to worry much once we put the job in Dorothy’s hand. And most of all, she helps to resolve all the problems that comes up and she enjoys her work.

It’s a good experience working with Dorothy, and we’ll recommend her to anyone selling or buying a home"

- Doris L.

"We would recommend Dorothy without reservation. Our family and neighbors were also very impressed with the beautiful remodel, as the home was not improved in any way since it was built 30 years ago. It looked like a completely different place.

We were able to have our property listed about two weeks before Thanksgiving. Dorothy and Alex went the extra mile and scheduled open houses even during the holidays. We were very pleased with the appearance of the property and the number of potential buyers who visited during the open houses.

There was a very substantial level of interest in our place even though it was on the market very late in the year. All of Dorothy’s hard work and professional advice paid dividends. We were in contract within two weeks. The buyer’s offer was above our initial listing price. We closed without incident within six weeks of our home being listed. The entire experience exceeded our most optimistic expectations"

- Paul & Stephanie

"Real Estate Agent Extraordinaire – We asked our friends who had recently completed a move from Sunnyvale for a recommendation of a Real Estate agent. Based on their glowing accounts of Dorothy Liu we also chose Dorothy to represent us – smartest decision we could have made.

In preparing our house for sale, she provided very professional services, brochures, staging and contacts for us to utilize in getting the house ready for sale. Even in a “down market” Dorothy was able to show our house and within just 3 days we were in receipt of an offer over our asking price. We couldn’t have been more pleased!

Dorothy’s follow-up is exemplary too. In closing the deal she was there whenever we needed her, reviewing paperwork, making sure everything was in order and just plain looking out for our welfare in every way possible. In short, she is the consummate professional. We are both pleased to unconditionally recommend Dorothy with the highest commendation. The decision to use her services as your representative in any real estate transaction will be one of the smartest things you can do."

- Mike & Linda

"Thank you for the excellent service you’ve provided us. As full-time IT professionals, we were stressed on the move to a better school district until we met Dorothy. We were selling while we were living there… You can imagine how challenging it was with two young children. The house was gorgeous when it was put on the market. There were about 400 people visiting during the two weekend open houses and was sold after only two weeks - with a price much higher than we listed.

We were so impressed by Dorothy’s professionalism, integrity, hard working, enthusiasm, attention to detail and always going one step beyond! We love her! Our two kids love her. She’s not only our agent, but we consider her our lifetime friend."

- Marian, John, Edward & Marissa

"Dorothy has been very proactive and helpful in selling my home. She provides comparisons, analysis and recommendations as an expert agent in helping us make decisions and guiding through the process. She is honest and always looking out for us without being overbearing. Dorothy has very effective communication skills, which helps her connect to all types of personalities. I’d like to recommend her for your real estate needs."
- Ramesh D.

"I’m writing to thank you for the amazing job you did selling my mom’s house. My sister and I interviewed several real estate agents but your thoughtfulness, knowledge base, enthusiasm, professionalism, and analytical abilities were clearly superior. But that was just the beginning! The fact that my sister and I live over an hour away made it crucial that we pick someone who could go the extra mile because we just didn’t have the time to be there during so many of the required steps in getting the house ready for sale.

Well, you delivered! I’m still in amazement how you managed it all. The transformation of my mom’s house, in which my family lived for over 50 years, was incredible. You spent countless hours doing so much work and always maintained your enthusiasm and humor. We were on a pretty tight schedule and you managed it all perfectly. It all came together and your “team” did an excellent job at very reasonable prices. I could go on and on about the myriad of details and decisions that needed our attention and how you helped us step by step while always keeping us informed and in the loop; it was quite a job.

Finally, your expertise in negotiating during the sale was invaluable. The sale went so smoothly and we ended up receiving substantially more than the asking price. Our hopes and expectations were clearly exceeded.

Whoever may be reading this and thinking of hiring Dorothy as a real estate agent, all I can say is don’t hesitate. Get Dorothy working with you and you will most definitely not regret it. Dorothy Liu is the best."

- Jeff T.

"Very organized during the entire process. Very efficient in accomplishing task list. Insightful about the business and gave very appropriate suggestions to greatly improve the chance of winning business. Always willing and take the extra effort to satisfy me as her client."
- Todd C.
"Dorothy goes beyond the call of duty to help clients and facilitate the clients throughout the sales process. I am highly impressed by her dedication, hard work, and expertise in every aspect of the selling process. I highly recommend her services to anyone interested in buying or selling a property. I am so fortunate to have Dorothy around for real-estate professional needs."
- R. Dewangan


Buyer Testimonials
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BUYERS

"Thanks for everything; without you, I would have never found this hidden gem of a house.I give Dorothy Liu the highest recommendation for a real estate agent and am deeply grateful for her services and our ongoing relationship. Thanks to her deep resources, she was able to help me find an off-market steal that met every one of my conditions for a dream home. Dorothy went above and beyond in all aspects of the transaction. Her negotiation expertise allowed me to out-compete other offers while staying well within my budget. She made the closing process so easy by ensuring I knew exactly what to do and by when. She even expertly mediated small conflicts with other parties leaving me stress-free throughout. I greatly benefited from Dorothy’s vast connections during the whole process. Her recommended lender gave me a rock-bottom rate despite rocketing interest rates at the time. Even after closing, Dorothy introduced me to half a dozen contractors to assist with renovations. She personally created the list of work to be done and met them in-person over many days to ensure a smooth hand-off—I can’t thank her enough! Dorothy Liu is the most experienced, dependable, and hard-working real estate agent I could have ever asked for; I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again."
- Anshuman, Very Happy First-Time Buyer

"Dorothy helped us find the perfect house for our family. We’ve worked with several real estate agents in the past and she is the best agent we have worked with. We had so many questions and she kindly answered all the questions and concerns. She toured so many houses when we weren’t available. She is very detail-oriented, hard working, very knowledgeable about the area and even the renovating process. She understands our needs and has our best interest in mind. Even after closing the house, she helped us find contractors to renovate our house. She went out of her way to help us so many times before and after the purchase. Our family is so lucky to have Dorothy as our agent and we highly recommend her. We couldn't be happier about the whole experience with her. Thank you so much Dorothy for everything!"
- Ezra & Heather

"I have purchased 2 homes and recently sold one - all with Dorothy Liu. She's an exceptional agent who goes above and beyond to ensure her clients are 110% satisfied. In my recent home sale experience with Dorothy, she provided me with a complete list and schedule of everything that would be done for my home to go to market. Dorothy communicated with me daily on progress. If I had a question or concern, she replied immediately day or night with thorough responses. There is no detail large or small that goes unnoticed with Dorothy. She made sure anything related to the sale (eg paperwork, house painting, gardening, handyman work) was done correctly and in a timely manner. In fact when the appraisal of the home came in, Dorothy immediately flagged multiple issues with the assessment. She noticed many large mistakes and carefully documented all of them. Dorothy sent this documentation right away to the buyer agent who forwarded along to the appraising bank. This resulted in a significant increase in the appraised value of the home! I honestly feel so fortunate to be a client of Dorothy's and can't imagine working with anyone else. If you are lucky enough to become her client, you can trust things will get done and done correctly. You will receive the best service you can imagine."
- JL

"We've worked with several real estate agents in the past and Dorothy is by far the best we’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. We were looking to relocate from Washington to California and found Dorothy as a referral from a friend in the area. Being that we weren’t from the area, Dorothy went above and beyond to calm our fears about low inventory and financing. She not only helped us find our family home, but she also referred us to a great lender. Dorothy seemed to work around the clock. She answered our phone calls and text messages right away, responding late at night and on the weekends. Since much of our home search was done remotely, Dorothy did all the ground work and research and provided a ton of data to help us make our decisions. She pays close attention to the details in the contracts and there were never any surprises when it came time to close. All in all, Dorothy truly cares about her clients and it shows. We highly recommend Dorothy and think anyone would be lucky to have the chance to work with her.
-Chase & Randi, Buyer relocated to Bay Area "My husband and I were looking to buy a house and we met Dorothy at an open house and immediately took a liking to her. Dorothy agreed to help us and she has been amazing. The Bay area market is a tough market for buyers but Dorothy helped us close on our dream house. Her knowledge about the area we were looking in is exceptional and goes to show that she has been working in the market and has a deep understanding and important information about the area.

Dorothy is a skilled market researcher. She is also very flexible and accommodating. Dorothy is extremely responsive. Whenever we had questions or needed information, Dorothy was quick to respond and address our needs. Dorothy is a good relationship builder and works well with all parties including, the seller’s agent, appraiser, loan agents etc. Dorothy also is a great resource with any construction work that you might need to get done in your new house.

I would not hesitate to recommend Dorothy for all your real estate needs."

- MK

"I'm happy to write this recommendation for Dorothy Liu.

I met Dorothy at an open house and liked her right away. Her passion for her work and professionalism were evident. She helped me purchase that home and then helped me update and sell my home. It was a stressful time made better by her support and advice. Her knowledge of buying and selling real estate made the entire process easier than I expected. Dorothy was attentive to my needs and guided me through the many decisions I needed to make. It's her caring nature and experience with the housing market that makes her tops in my book!

I would recommend her to anyone without hesitation!

- Sabrina Robbins, New Home Buyer in Cupertino

"We had a busy schedule, but Dorothy was able to accommodate us at nearly any time. She is an excellent researcher and always provided a wealth of additional comps and information about every house we expressed interest in. When we were finally ready to make an offer on a house, she was able to help us through a very competitive bid to win the contract and close on the house.

This is the 5th house I've bought and have worked with many REALTORS® for both buying and selling. Dorothy is by far the best I've worked with. She is knowledgeable, efficient, detail oriented, thorough, and kind. She listens and adapts to what you need and makes sure you get it."

- John P.

"Having read many stories about how hard it can be to buy a place in bay area, I prepared for a tough battle. However, I was lucky enough to meet Dorothy. She guided me hand by hand throughout my buying process. She is professional, knowledgeable, proactive, responsive and warm hearted. With her help, I won on the very first offer I ever put. As a first time buyer, this was way beyond my expectation. Dorothy is very compassionate. She always thinks from my stand point. She's really concerned about what I'm concerned about. This makes me feel that she's not just an agent but someone who is part of my family. I would recommend her in a heartbeat."
- Lei Z.

"First is to help us set up right market expectation. We were experiencing frustration in house hunting for a while, partially due to the gap between our pricing model and the (crazy) bay area market. She encouraged us and mentally prepared us during our first meeting. She is very knowledgeable about the south bay area, and is very good at finding right comparative properties and performing market analysis. We felt much more comfortable after discussing with her. It turned out that we finally got our dream house, I can’t image this being accomplished without her!

We were so much impressed by her superior communication skills. She proactively connected with the listing agent and our loan agent to make sure everything was secured. And kept us involved throughout the bidding process. She always makes her available to us from early morning to evening, all our questions were taken care of in a timely manner. Many clients of Dorothy highlighted her willingness and effort to go the extra miles, which I would definitely agree with. Her service does not end with the completion of deal. She is continuously providing us great suggestion on remodeling, landscaping, and giving referrals. All these are extremely helpful."

- Y. Xu

"We worked with Dorothy Liu to purchase our home in Los Altos Hills, California. Dorothy was a tenacious advocate for us throughout the buying process. We retained Dorothy after finding a home that was perfect for us but priced too high. Dorothy advised us on how to approach the offer and negotiated for us over the course of weeks to ultimately close the deal over $500K under the original asking price. Despite the deal almost falling apart numerous times, Dorothy’s commitment and dedication made it happen. We are very thankful for her work!"
- S.W. & S.W.

"Dorothy made the process extremely easy and took extra steps many other REALTORS® don’t. On the night before we made the offer, she stayed up for 2 hours explaining each portion of the paperwork to me. She even spoke with our mortgage consultant and directly managed the handoff of paperwork from him. When our offer was accepted we were blown away. Her hard work and knowledge of what it takes to buy a home really paid off. I will be recommending Dorothy Liu to everyone I know. She is a true professional and a genuinely nice person. The process of buying a new home is not easy, but there won’t be anyone so dedicated to making it better than Dorothy Liu."
- Apoorva D.

"Dorothy is a very knowledgeable and responsible agent. Actually she is the best agent I have ever worked together. I would highly recommend her to others."
- A. Young

"Dorothy was extremely detail oriented in assisting me with my home purchase. I really didn't know what was involved with buying a house but she walked me through it step by step, pointing out the things we needed to look for and what we should be careful of. By the time it came to making the purchase, I had a lot of confidence that I understood the issues that the house had. She helped me put together a well calculated offer based on the prices of homes in the area. After the offer was accepted she continued to be very detail oriented spotting extra fees that were being mistakenly applied by the title company and helping to negotiate fair compensation for a few things that a build inspection revealed.

Throughout the entire process her communication was excellent with frequent calls and emails to me and with the other parties. She also gave a lot of good tips for a first time home owner to make what I expected to be a big overwhelming step in life into a fairly simple transaction."

- Ian C.

"We were incredibly lucky to have Dorothy Liu represent us as a buying agent when searching for a new home in the peninsula. Dorothy is experienced, professional, and anticipates bottlenecks during the transaction process to ensure everything goes smoothly. With her assistance, we were able to move into our home three days before an already aggressive close date.

Additionally, Dorothy handled the changing parameters of our home search with patience. She guided us through the options at each price range, helped us settle on acceptable property specifications, and then searched with us to find suitable properties. Moreover, Dorothy put up with many late-night emails and phone calls to answer every question we had. We were pleased with the level of service and would seek out Dorothy for subsequent real estate transactions. Likewise, we would recommend her to other potential homebuyers."

- Tim J.

"Dorothy helped us buy a home in Los Gatos. In the red hot bay area real estate market, it would not have been possible if it weren't for Dorothy's help. She is the best real estate agent we have worked with. She is not only hard working, very knowledgeable about the area and the buying/selling processes, she absolutely has our best interest in mind. She went out of her way to help us so many times before and after we bought. She just cared so much about our purchase and wanted to make sure we did everything right and got the right outcomes. Thank you so much Dorothy for doing all you did for us."
- Jean W.

"Absolutely great agent. With her help, I got a property with a very good price. What's more, it's my first time placing an offer!"
- Yuhao Z.

"Dorothy provided excellent information regarding local real estate market condition and valuation for comparable properties. She was extremely knowledgeable and attentive to my needs. She was a tireless negotiator with great attention to detail. I could not have purchased a house so smoothly in such a competitive market without her amazing expertise and effort."
- Dave H.

"I am very luck to have Dorothy as my agent (buyer). Her expertise is extremely valuable in finding a house, negotiate a contract and on closing in this real estate market. The buying process has its surprise, complication and tough situations. Dorothy is always a step ahead to be prepared to deal with situation and to solve problems. One other benefit is that she is very comfortable and takes advantage of technology to make the process fast, accurate and painless. She also goes out her way in making sure my moving in is fast and smooth by helping me plan out the remodeling work ahead of closing date. Overall, she has helped me in getting a place that I am very very happy with."
- Y.R.W.

"Dorothy could not have been more knowledgeable about fulfilling our housing needs and more accommodating at helping us get into the perfect home. It was a real pleasure to work with someone whose primary interest was to find us what we wanted, rather than trying to get us into something that was easy for her. We really appreciated Dorothy’s help in navigating the myriad of paperwork needed to close the deal within our short timeframe."
- Thomas T & Jessie L.

"Dorothy did an incredible job of helping me find the perfect first home. She worked late into the night answering my questions and helping me even after the sale was concluded. Her advice and market analysis were perfect and she is incredibly dedicated. I am very glad to have had Dorothy during my home search."
- Leonidas L.

"My family has worked with Dorothy on several real estate deals in the last five years (buying and selling). We will continue to work with her if we need to do any additional buying or selling. She is very knowledgeable, dependable and trustworthy--all things you want from someone to help you out with one of life's big decisions. On top of it all she is a super nice person who wants to make sure you are happy with your decisions. I would recommend her highly to anyone in need of real estate services."
- Bill K.

"We have worked with Dorothy four times, both as buyers and sellers, and she always amazes us by her energy, hard work, and experience. Dorothy is an excellent communicator, and has a positive, understanding attitude that makes it a joy to work with her. And the bottom line is that Dorothy persevered through challenging and changing circumstances to help us purchase the perfect house, and also sold our previous house more smoothly than we ever could have imagined."
- Joel Y.

"I cannot recommend Dorothy highly enough for her work! Dorothy is one of the best real estate specialists in the bay area. She is extremely knowledgeable in this field and truly cares for her clients. As a first time buyer, I had very little idea about buying a house and didn't know what to expect, Dorothy was very patient and walked me through every step and made me feel at ease. In short, Dorothy always goes the extra mile to help her clients. While working with Dorothy, I see that she is passionate about her work and has put a lot of hard work into making sure every little detail is taken care of. I highly recommend Dorothy to anyone who is looking for a real estate agent and I know for sure that I'll keep working with her in the future."
- Oliver S.

"Dorothy has been very proactive and helpful in search for a home. She provides comparisons, analysis and recommendations as an expert agent in helping us make decisions and guiding through the process. She is honest and always looking out for us without being overbearing. Dorothy has very effective communication skills, which helps her connect to all types of personalities. I’d like to recommend her for your real estate needs."
- Ramesh D.

"We used Dorothy to buy property and she was an excellent agent. Her expertise, dedication and sheer energy truly came across. She was incredibly thorough in helping us and going far beyond what was expected. I can't imagine working with a better agent."
- Tanya J. & Jeff M.

"Dorothy helped us to purchase a home. She was very patient and provided us lots of information for us to make decision. She was not pushy to make a sale, instead she treated us like friends and wanted us to be comfortable with our decision. Dorothy is a honest, friendly and reliable person to work with. We could reach her anytime and she responded timely in all matters. I would work with Dorothy in any future real estate projects."
- Messalina & Simon W.

"Dorothy was my agent for buying and selling my property. Dorothy is a very knowledgeable and dedicated agent. She is always there for me when I needed help. I would definitely recommend her. Dorothy will be my agent for life."
- Vanessa Y.

"We’re so impressed by Dorothy’s professionalism, integrity, hard working, enthusiasm, attention to details and always going one step beyond! She is superlative, outstanding, responsive and proactive. She defines ‘problem solving’ to a new level! We could not say more… We love her! Our two kids love her. She’s not only our agent, but our life time friend."
- Marian W.

"The day we met Dorothy was the day our search for a home took a sharp turn for the better. Dorothy helped us find our new home, and we purchased it at an excellent price. Throughout the long and arduous search for our dream home, Dorothy took us on tours, showed us homes, ran comps, market analysis, helped research schools and neighborhoods… the list goes on.

Dorothy always goes the extra mile, she was always available to take our calls and answer our questions. She took care of every little detail throughout the entire process. You name it, she did it and did it well. If you think buying a house is a complicated ordeal – think again. Buying a house is a snap! … but only with Dorothy."

- Ken & Keren D.

"Dorothy was there every step, going the extra mile…no, many extra miles, in helping us in our search. My wife and I were astounded by the amount of effort that Dorothy put into our transaction both professionally and personally. She is a very energetic person and applied that energy and then some to our situation. She took us on tours, gathered our input and searched for just the right neighborhood, house design, price we were looking for. And within just a couple of weeks, she found just the right home for us at a more than reasonable price. We would unconditionally recommend Dorothy with the highest commendation."
- Mike & Linda W.

"Dorothy guided us through the entire process, from searching for houses and developing strategies for placing offers, to making the offer and closing the deal. Despite the competitive market in the Lynbrook area before the summer, we successfully purchased our home within two months from the start. We credit Dorothy with a smooth, pleasurable home-buying experience. In addition to her professional knowledge, Dorothy is a pleasant and helpful person to work with. She did everything possible in order to accommodate our needs and was extremely responsive to our questions and needs. Particularly remarkable were those long meetings where we stayed up until midnight discussing the market, and reviewing and going over the paperwork.

Dorothy is savvy, personable, and professional. We highly recommend Dorothy Liu and will undoubtedly use her services again in the future."

- Daniel & Daisy L.

"Dorothy is an efficient, tireless and resourceful professional. We learned from her the spirit of “I serve”. We certainly highly recommend anyone to hire Dorothy’s service."
- Dean C.

"Honest, professional, tireless and flexible are just a few of the words that describe Dorothy Liu as she helped us find the purchase our new home. And, perhaps most important of all, Dorothy delivers! We always knew we could count on her expertise and advice as we made our way through the complicated business of first finding the right home and then making and negotiating the right offer. Dorothy stood by us and supported us at every turn. We are thrilled with our new home and know that we could never have done it without her!"
- Ted & Risa F.

"We appreciated your patience, guidance and good spirits throughout our long search. While we were frustrated and sick of looking, you were steady and encouraging, though never pushy. I am sure you thought we were a bit crazy but you were even kind enough to not tell us!

Today I meet so few people that are in business and that worry about taking good care of their clients. You are one that does for sure. Someday we will be ready to get another house, or maybe to sell this one, and when we do I know we will definitely look you up. You can be our REALTOR® for Life."

- Bill & Nancy K.

"We worked with many other REALTORS® in the past, but nobody came closer to her when it comes to offering services. She offered services that were clearly above and beyond the norm. We strongly recommend her as a REALTOR® for your real estate needs."
- Mathew T. & Sheena J.

" I would like to shout out to Dorothy's professionalism and excellent service for helping my family find our dream homes! We actually knew Dorothy for more than a decade and she helped us get our very first home in 2008. We have become friends ever since and she always provides us with her best opinion, whether it's house market related or just generally life related subjects. At the beginning of 2022, when we felt that we should upgrade our home to accommodate the bigger family, she is again our best choice because we know how difficult it is to win the bidding war! Throughout the entire process, Dorothy provided her most honest opinions and insights to the local market. She also has great connections with most of the listing agents and demonstrates excellent communication with the listing agent so both sides are always on the same page! In the end, she helped us win the offer in one of the most competitive areas and closed the mortgage in time. Overall, I will highly recommend Dorothy to anyone who is in the real estate market, whether it's buying or selling. Her service and professionalism will be the key for your success.
- From Brian C. - Happy Buyer