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Kevin+Jonathan: Partners in Business and Life
Who are Kevin Ho, Jonathan McNarry, and Raffi McNarry-Ho?
Apart from being your agents, we are partners in life and in business. One of us is from Iowa, the other is from the UK. One has been an ICU nurse, respiratory therapist and paramedic among more. The other, an attorney, mediator and reporter who grew up in the family’s Chinese restaurant. (We’ll let you guess who did what). But in addition to being licensed real estate professionals, we’re dog dads to Mr. Raffi, a former Guide Dog for the Blind dog from Marin County, we’ve been renters who are now San Francisco homeowners in who did that massive down-to-the-studs, dream home renovation. We know and live our craft deeply every day and are very happy and excited to continue growing our business, client base and community involvement.
The Latest on the Site
Lots is going on but here is what the latest is on Kevin+Jonathan
We explore the new Buyer Agent Fee landscape in light of settlement of the class action suit against the National Association of Realtors
Track the results of our recent listings at:
234 Eureka (A Eureka Valley Beauty Queen Anne)
927 Dwight (The humble Portola District house that could — selling for more than $300,000 over list price)
85 Valparaiso (The rare, Russian Hill-North Beach, vacant 2-unit building that is in contract a good amount over its list price)
And be sure to check out our latest YouTube Walkthrough tours (now number more than 600).
#ClientLove
See what our sellers at 927 Dwight said about their experience and outcome via Yelp.
Read Kit R.'s review of Kevin Ho + Jonathan McNarry - Vanguard Properties on Yelp
You’ve found Kevin Ho and Jonathan McNarry (and Raffi McNarry-Ho), top producers and realtors who have been guiding an ever-expanding base of successful and loyal clients through San Francisco real estate for over 14 years. We offer both buyer and seller services, with a focus on high-value, highly analytical strategies that ensure better buying and smarter selling. Our team’s expertise extends beyond real estate, incorporating legal acumen and design skills that add significant value to every transaction. As part of Vanguard Properties, the largest locally owned luxury boutique brokerage in the San Francisco Bay Area, we deliver outcomes that are not only rewarding but also tailored to achieve the best possible results for you.
We’re Kevin Ho and Jonathan McNarry, a dynamic duo in San Francisco real estate. We’re not your typical real estate agents; we’re top producers with Vanguard Properties. In both life and business, we’re partners—proud San Francisco homeowners (we bought our house at a garage sale, really!) and devoted dog dads to our trusty black lab, Raffi McNarry-Ho, who’s over 14 years old. Raffi is a career change Guide Dog for the Blind who’s probably attended more open houses and closings than most agents.
Our expertise spans the spectrum—we work with buyers and sellers, from first-timers to seasoned homeowners and everyone in between. We’re genuinely passionate about what we do, and our track record, with nearly half a billion dollars in real estate sales (and growing), places us firmly in the top 50 San Francisco agents.
We’re known for our energy, friendly nature, and depth of knowledge, which have helped us build a thriving business, a loyal client base, and a solid reputation. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. Here’s how that core value translates into what we offer you:
Strong Client Relationships: We pride ourselves on becoming close with our clients, getting to know them better with each transaction. Our deep ties with the San Francisco agent community also enhance our ability to serve you effectively—after all, we’re all repeat actors in this market. See what our clients have said about us on the Yelps.
YouTube Presence: We’re known for our YouTube channel, boasting over 2,800 subscribers. We showcase our listings and conduct walkthroughs of homes on the market, providing valuable insights for our viewers. Watch some of the 600+ videos here.
Comprehensive Resources: This website and our extensive insider PDF guides are part of our larger knowledge base. We put this experience to work for you, offering considered advice based on data, intuition, and observation.
Exceptional Property Listings: Our clients’ property listings consistently stand out, thanks to our detailed, focused preparation. We make sure they show better and perform better in the market.
Thorough Documentation: We provide incredibly thorough property disclosure documentation that’s organized, approachable, and informative. These documents offer buyers valuable lessons and advice about the property and the market.
Home Functionality Expertise: We have a great working knowledge of home functionality, systems, and home improvement aspects, helping you understand what’s easy and what’s more challenging to tackle.
Superior Property Presentation: We excel in property presentation, offering onsite signage, interactive videos, social media presence, and campaigns. Fresh-cut flowers are always included because we know that the details add up and truly matter.
Design Savvy: Our visual, graphic, and web design skills are another way we stand out. We’re also lighting mavens, ensuring fixtures and finishes are perfect for the properties our clients buy and sell.
That’s enough from us for now. Take some time to explore the site we’ve been building over the past 14+ years. There’s a lot of content here, and while some things have changed since they were first posted, the value remains. If you have any questions or are ready to take the next step, we’re here for you.
Thank you for stopping by! We look forward to working with you and getting to know you better.
— Kevin, Jonathan, and Raffi McNarry-Ho
Late Summer 2024
PROOF IN THE PUDDING
Why Folks Pick Kevin+Jonathan
There are a number of reasons of why so many successful folks have hired Kevin+ Jonathan to buy and sell their properties in San Francisco. From dedication, experience, reputation, skill, expertise, trustworthiness, competence, knowledge, and loyalty among more. Here is just some of what we do:
Better Buying
Informed Buying with Heart: Gain the advantage with our deep knowledge of market conditions, neighborhoods, and property types. We help you navigate potential pitfalls and explore possibilities with empathy and warmth. Discover why so many choose us to guide them through one of life’s most important decisions.
Successful Selling
Maximizing Sale Prices with Strategic Preparation: We excel at maximizing sale prices by honing in on preparation, presentation, and targeted marketing while staying ahead of market trends. Our strong relationships and risk management ensure our approach consistently outperforms market expectations and comps, all while keeping preparation costs in check. Discover how we deliver exceptional results for our clients.
Sold by K+J
Confidence Earned: Explore our comprehensive list of properties we’ve successfully listed and sold, complete with context and insights. See what we currently have on the market and our recent successes. Discover why our track record speaks volumes.
Market Intel
Ever Dynamic, Highly Valued — Live Market Stats and Data: San Francisco’s housing market demands constant attention and expert analysis—something we do every day to keep you ahead in this ever-changing landscape.
Knowledge is at the Root of What We Do For Our Clients — So Let’s Get to Know Each Other...
This is some pretty intense life-altering business you have embarked upon. This is why you need to well-experienced, never-afraid-to-tell-you-what-they-think perspective that can come from two successful real estate professionals and their dog (who has been to so many closings that would put many agents to shame).
Let’s go over a quick overview of our core team members:
Kevin
Lawyer. Realtor. Trained Mediator. Former Reporter. Homeowner. Co-Dog Dad.
- After finding their house at a garage sale, oversaw an 11-month full renovation of it; still tinkers around the house to perfect it.
- Native Iowan, San Franciscan since 2004 via Berkeley, London, Oxford and St. Louis.
- Cantonese ability
- Design abilities (see this site, graphics, etc)
- The chatty one with the vision thing.
- BA, MA, JD
415.297.7462
Jonathan
Realtor. Notary Public. ICU/Critical Care Nurse. Respiratory Therapist/EMT, Paramedic. Banking. Real Estate Development. Homeowner. Co-Dog Dad.
- Top producer, who supported and endured that 11-month SF home reno and subsequent fine-tuning that still goes on to this day.
- Native Briton, San Franciscan since 2008 via Atlanta, Brighton and Belfast.
- The direct one who is always watching out for us, our clients and market changes.
- BSN
415.215.4393
Raffi
Real Estate Dog Extraordinaire. Conversation Starter. Listing, Calendar and Video Model. An Actual Dog.
- Now enjoying the many spaces in the renovated home with yard perfect for playing catch and catching some sun.
- Marin County Native (Guide Dogs for the Blind, San Rafael), San Franciscan since 2010.
- The handsome, super soft and furry, four-legged one who is always watching out for comfort and treats.
Sorry, Raffi does not email, but you can see his work here
You
Buyer. Seller. First-timer. Seasoned Consumer of Real Estate. Natives. New-to-the-City. Transplants. Singles. Friends. More-than-Friends. Families. Companies. Trusts. Trustees. Developers. Owner-Occupiers. Portfolio Builders/Managers.
- Our clients come from all walks to life with a variety of professionals, circumstances, and experience.
We’ve created a helpful form that can let you tell us more about yourself and what your needs are; you can tell us as much or as little as you want. Access it here.
What Better Buying Means
It’s hard to summarize what services our clients get from us as our approach is wide-ranging, comprehensive and committed. Not many agents we know of delve as deeply as we do while making it as seamless as possible. This necessarily means that there’s more than meets the eye.
We know that buying a home is something that’s life-changing for sure. That’s why we’re here to help you get to there from, well, here.
Whether it’s a condominium, single-family home, TIC, mansion, mini-mansion, or a two- to four-unit building, we’ve got you covered. From starter homes to forever homes, pied-à-terres, or even vacant parcels, our buyer clients know they’re in expert hands. With Kevin and Jonathan, you’re working with approachable, continually engaged, and authoritative top-producing professionals, all with the help of Raffi, our happy, mellow, and friendly big black dog.
Our track record speaks for itself—we know how to win and deliver outcomes that positively impact our clients’ lives. We use a smarter, more-detailed approach that helps our clients succeed, even if they’re not the highest offer. But don’t worry, being the highest offer certainly helps too!
Popular Destinations on Kevin+Jonathan.com (Buyers)
Our metrics tell us that these are among the most requested pages on our site that aren’t related to a specific property listing we’ve had or to any Raffi-related pages, which would understandably have appeal. But after you look at these pages, you may have a better idea why they are sought out and why folks seek Kevin+Jonathan out to help them with real estate.
About Our Neighborhoods
One of the few places where beach-front property is unlikely the priciest, a lot can fit in 7 x 7 miles and we bring you on a tour of San Francisco’s neighborhoods from a realtor p.o.v.
About Condos
The most traded and varied property type in San Francisco, we discuss some of the distinguishing features that set them apart from each other. About 2,500-3,000 condos sell every year (although that number hit nearly 4,000 in 2021 but landed at just under 1,800 sold).
On Disclosures
Buyer or seller, these documents and information about properties for sale are key; here’s our take on what to look for and what should be included.
About Financing the Purchase
Not everyone pays for their house in cash just as a 30-year fixed rate mortgage may not be the best loan for everyone. We explore the ins and outs of applying for mortgages in San Francisco and offer tips and strategies, especially in the age of rising (and falling) mortgage interest rates. Fun!
About Tenancy in Common Units (TICs)
Not a nervous tick or something you can catch Lyme Disease from, but the bizarre quasi-condominium like property class that emerged in response to limitations placed that keep the number of condominiums artificially low intended to favor tenants. Some may convert into condos, but are they a good investment?
About Buildings + Building in SF
What to look for in a San Francisco property where houses can date from the 1880s, 1980s or from 2018 (nice save there, right? You thought we’d have to get to homes from 2080, right?) Plus we also look at if you should consider flipped homes or whether you should flip a home yourself. We will tell you as much as we can and also explain why every old house isn’t from 1900 in San Francisco.
Are you paying for someone else’s decisions about colors, finishes and the like? Or, do you want to do it yourself? And if so, what does this really entail in the most expensive place to build in the world?
Property Walk-Through Videos
While technically not part of the site but made by us, the more than 780+ YouTube (1080 HD - 4K quality usually) walk-through tours Kevin has made over the many years of doing real estate in San Francisco. While you see a property from his P.O.V. these are a candid, real-world view of these properties that become our homes. So why not see it from every angle?
Invaluable Feedback As You Consider Your Most Valuable Purchase
There’s nothing more rewarding than knowing we’ve not only done our job well but have also positively impacted lives. What makes this even more satisfying is the diversity of our client base. From an architect and a retired civil servant to young parents, a retired tech innovator and grandparent, a developer, and a would-be real estate mogul, our clients come from all walks of life. They are young, older, middle-aged, and represent a rich tapestry of backgrounds, races, and circumstances. Yet, they all share one thing in common: the successful results Kevin and Jonathan were able to deliver.
“Kevin and Jonathan are a fantastic team. I found them via Yelp and, for once, the superlative reviews were accurate.”
“Step by step they guided us through the process and advised us on how best to proceed. Most of all their encouragement is probably what kept us in the game that otherwise I thought we could not have won.”
“Thank you for bringing decency to an otherwise shoddy industry.”
“It’s hard to describe how good of an experience it was to work with Kevin and Jonathan — they’ve completely changed our opinion of how great real estate can be.”
“We had a wonderful experience working with Kevin, Jonathan, and Raffi. We have and will continue to recommend them to anyone who is looking to buy or sell a home in the Bay area. We were first-time buyers and because of their expertise and support, we’re able to get our dream first home!”
“If I could give more stars I would.”
“Having Kevin and Jonathan as guides through the SF real estate market is a true win. Their expertise and knowledge in navigating housing and neighborhood options, complex processes and paperwork is bar none.”
“They are so positive, energetic and fun, that the whole experience working with them is a joy! ”
Our Instagram Feed
Raffi reminds you to vote today! (As if you needed a reminder) #kevinandjonathan
This is a video about Client Wins and Closes! Sold at 29th Street, San Francisco
Congratulations to our buyers who got this fantastically renewed Noe Valley home on 29th Street. We moved decisively and preemptively… twice! Our patience, strategy and preparation won this rare, essentially new, home. #kevinandjonathan #sanfranciscorealestate #noevalley #buyerrepresentation #buyeragent #renovation #fixerupper #flippedhome #skylights #airconditioning #uppernoe @vanguardproperties
Great quote of the day.
Exciting - A Castro Night Market TONIGHT - fr 5-9pm #castro #kevinandjonathan @vanguardproperties
The Latest YouTube Walk-Through Tour
We’ve done more than 775 of these walk-through video property previews for you. Watch them here.
A Newsletter You Actually Want: In the Know
What do an average of 700 private subscribers know you don’t know about San Fransisco’s housing market? A lot.
Learn the behind-the-scenes stories of how properties actually sell — were there multiple offers? Why did one offer win against the other? That and our perspective on trends, recent real estate data and exclusive ‘coming soon’ listings by subscribing now.
“I love the style of your newsletter! It is so informative and fun. I love to see what’s happening in my neighborhood too.”
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What Smarter Selling Means to Kevin+Jonathan and their Seller Clients
When you hire Kevin+Jonathan, you get the real deal—two co-equal, top-producing agents who are directly involved in every aspect of your transaction (no junior team members here). Our business has grown exponentially every year since we started, and it continues to thrive through market cycles, the pandemic, and beyond.
Our listings are unlike any other, with meticulous attention to detail, context, and strategies designed to attract the best buyers. We create memorable property experiences using a range of tools, including stunning photography, engaging property videos, and vital 3-D/virtual tours—all featuring our beloved Mr. Raffi. Combine this with excellent design, bespoke signage, and mastery of both in-person and online marketing channels, and it’s clear why we regularly achieve record sale prices for our clients.
Ready to Meet A Changing Market
Having honed our skills during the lean years following the Great Recession, we’re uniquely positioned to guide you through these challenging times. With enthusiasm, perspective, and empathy, we’re committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcomes in today’s evolving market.
“Nobody in the business works harder than you guys.”
“From the beginning stages of brainstorming ideas, to the execution and final sale, Kevin and Jonathan were with us every step of the way. They knew exactly what needed to be done and who to talk to, whether it be design, painting, hiring contractors or staging. They had a wealth of resources, all extremely skilled and competitively priced.”
“We were floored at the result you got us. We had an idea but this is something else. Where do I sign?”
“You guys are just first-class agents, which made the difference. I knew we could trust you and your disclosures were so thorough and right-on.”
“You guys always prepare and present your listings so well it’s not fair to other agents. Your clients are so lucky to have you because you so do so much for them.”
“I must say that your entire property from stem to stern, showed Spectacular! Everything was extremely well balanced — the pictures, art work, mirrors, window treatments, lighting fixtures, interior & exterior paint jobs, back yard, and the total ambiance that the two of you created in your presence with your cordiality & friendly personalities, made this one of the best open house presentations that I have ever experienced in 40 years as a Realtor!”
“Kevin brought his natural talent for home improvement to modernize the unit and emphasize its unique features (within our budget!). We were also impressed with the staging, photos, and other marketing materials they prepared for the sale. Even hit with some turbulent roadblocks (stay-at-home order and market disruptions), the duo stayed on top of events and adjusted their workflow as needed. They updated us regularly on any interested buyer and market updates, and there were responsive with our questions or concerns (even outside business hours). In the end, Kevin and Jonathan helped us reach a great offer despite the unprecedented global circumstances.”
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THE FULL SPREAD
Success Pinpointed
While it may be hard to pinpoint where success originates in a place like San Francisco, it is easier to pin point where our clients have been successful as these places tend to have addresses. Take a look at where our clients have succeeded in our years of practice.
What Will Your Story Look Like?
Start this significant life change by contacting Kevin+Jonathan now. We are committed to getting you the right outcome at the right time, but we should get started sooner rather than later.
