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Throughout the years, Chicago Title Insurance Company has grown in stature with a solid reputation for integrity and standing the test of time. Much has changed in 160-plus years, but the fundamental principles upon which the Company was founded are steadfast. They are outstanding customer service, untarnished reputation for integrity and a rock solid, enduring identity that is synonymous with the necessary expertise to insure your most prized asset: your home.
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Shelly Sutter
VP|Assistant County ManagerDirector of Sales|Alameda & Contra Costa
Kate Goldmann
Escrow OfficerCoulette Darbo
Branch Manager/Sr. Escrow OfficerJoanne Stellini
Escrow OfficerKristine Carter
Branch Manager | Escrow OfficerJacki Magalhaes
Escrow Officer
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Coulette Darbo
Mar 25, 2025
I have known and worked with Coulette for well over 30 years now. Having been in the business since 1977, and being recognized as one of the top real estate brokers in the East Bay area, I’ve dealt with every personality and style you can think of when it comes to Title and Escrow companies and their people.
Without a doubt, Coulette is One of the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Always on top of things, stays between the emotional lines, and seeks solutions rather than focusing on problems.
I would highly recommend Coulette to the most experienced agents in the business, and especially to the beginners. Surround yourself with great people and your clients rave about your service.
Without a doubt, Coulette is One of the best I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. Always on top of things, stays between the emotional lines, and seeks solutions rather than focusing on problems.
I would highly recommend Coulette to the most experienced agents in the business, and especially to the beginners. Surround yourself with great people and your clients rave about your service.
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Coulette Darbo
Feb 19, 2025
Coulette and her team were absolutely fabulous! Keep me inform at all times. Ahead of the game with preparation regarding upcoming task. Strong communicators! I had the pleasure of meeting the staff while pre-opening escrow and they all greeted me with smiles and professionalism. Looking forward to dropping in on the whole team next week. Jan-ette
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Joanne Stellini
Feb 10, 2025
Joanne Stellini is our Escrow Officer and she and her co-workers are amazing. Joanne actually takes calls after normal hours and in the case of our last escrow she took calls. We had an agent who we weren't sure was going to put his EMD in and Joanne made sure to keep on top of it. He never did and we immediately went into contact again and it was a 7 day close. There were no glitches and closed perfectly. Joanne is amazing.
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Coulette Darbo
Jan 24, 2025
Coulette is one of the best escrow officers around. Coulette attention to detail is what makes her stand out from others. All of our clients says she makes it easy for them with all the paperwork that needs to be done when selling or buying a house. I have to give Jackie her assistant a shout out. Jackie is great too!!!
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Joanne Stellini
Jan 15, 2025
Professional and excellent service .
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Coulette Darbo
Jan 7, 2025
Coulette is awesome. She is always cheerful and helpful. Her knowledge of all typoes of transactions is vast. I love working with someone who pays attention to every detail and communicates well.
Keep up the good work and hopefully we will have many escrows in 2025!
Keep up the good work and hopefully we will have many escrows in 2025!
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Coulette Darbo
Jan 3, 2025
Great experience!!
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Joanne Stellini
Dec 19, 2024
Joanne was on task, closed the transaction easily, smoothly and on time! I would recommend.
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Coulette Darbo
Dec 17, 2024
Simply the best! You have other items to take care of in the sale and you can rest assured that Coulette and her team always take care of the title issues that may come up. Always a smooth professional sale when using Chicago Title Hayward. Thank you,
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Kate Goldmann
Dec 12, 2024
Kate is truly the best escrow officer I�ve worked with! Her communication is outstanding, and she consistently makes me feel like I�m her only client. The attention to detail and care she puts into every step of the process is exceptional. Thank you, Kate, for your hard work and dedication � it never goes unnoticed!
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Joanne Stellini
Nov 21, 2024
Excellent service. She follows through with promptness, efficiency and positive attitude.
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Kate Goldmann
Nov 19, 2024
Kate Goldmann is amazing. Great with communication and is always available to answer any questions I may have. I will only use Chicago title if I can help it.
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Joanne Stellini
Nov 4, 2024
She is great and she replies fast! Love to work with her again!
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Coulette Darbo
Oct 29, 2024
I have known Coulette Darbo for many years as she has always been one of the most intelligent, caring, and organized people I’ve ever met in the Title insurance business. She stays on top of things and anytime it looks like I’m not as on top of something as I should be, she gives me a friendly nudge to take care of my end. Her great work causes me to be able to do even better work for myself and more importantly, all of the family, friends, and clients who put their trust in me to handle their real estate business.
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Coulette Darbo
Oct 22, 2024
During the middle of our transaction, our original escrow officer unexpectedly moved to another office, which naturally caused some anxiety given the complexity of the deal. However, Coulette Darbo stepped in seamlessly and managed everything with professionalism and expertise. It felt as though she had been with us from the very beginning, keeping the process on track without missing a beat. Her attention to detail and ability to handle the file smoothly truly put our minds at ease. We couldn�t have asked for a better experience.
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Joanne Stellini
Oct 18, 2024
Joanne Stellini was terrific to work with! She handle my seller's transaction with great communication and patience for rudimentary questions from the estate Executor. When my clients are happy, I'm happy. Joanne is my "go-to" escrow officer for any transactions in Hayward and the surrounding cities.
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Coulette Darbo
Oct 17, 2024
Coulette - is Awesome. She always has your best interests at hand and your clients' as well. She is dependable and goes the extra mile to be sure everyone is on the same page.
Jacki is truly always available and is accountable. They are a tremendous team. I would recommend them on any transaction!
Jacki is truly always available and is accountable. They are a tremendous team. I would recommend them on any transaction!
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Kate Goldmann
Oct 14, 2024
Working with Kate Goldman was a great experience
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Coulette Darbo
Oct 5, 2024
Coulette & Jackie are great. Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. They go out of their way to make sure you're completely taken care of.
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Coulette Darbo
Sep 28, 2024
Coulette has been my escrow officer for many years! Excellent service and professionalism and most importunely very kind and knowledgeable.
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Coulette Darbo
Sep 16, 2024
This transaction was extremely challenging. There was a cloud on title. Coulette and her team went above and beyond in assisting with the removal of said cloud. I would highly recommend Coulette Darbo, her team and Chicago Title and for any escrow and title needs.
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Kate Goldmann
Sep 9, 2024
Kate was amazing. She kept us updated along the way and was always available to talk to.
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Kate Goldmann
Sep 5, 2024
Kate Goldmann is great, and I always highly recommend her to everyone. She seems to always be working for our success I get updates even as late as 8:00pm. That is rare quality.
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Chicago Title Hayward
Aug 21, 2024
Mikayla, you are missed already and it's not even your last day yet.
Mikayla is absolutely the best, very personable, and made her visits bringing us goodies always enjoyable. I never not once saw her without a smile on her face.
Whoever takes over her position definitely has some big shoes to fill.
Thank you Mikayla for EVERYTHING.
Mikayla is absolutely the best, very personable, and made her visits bringing us goodies always enjoyable. I never not once saw her without a smile on her face.
Whoever takes over her position definitely has some big shoes to fill.
Thank you Mikayla for EVERYTHING.
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Kristine Carter
Aug 14, 2024
Kristine and her team are always a pleasure to work with. they do an amazing job from start to finish and provide plenty of updates.