Before Silicon Valley was duly named, its history as the hotbed of innovation was well noted. Our catchy moniker reflects the giants of technology who line the corridors of Cupertino, Mountain View, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and Sunnyvale; the wave of progressive firms that have shaped electronics, e-commerce and social interaction all call this place home.
In its truest form, innovation knows no boundaries. It isn’t contained by market or economic trends. Silicon Valley is where everyone gathers at the water cooler of progress, questioning why things can’t be better.
It’s from that fountain that the founders of Intero drank.
It was 2002. Silicon Valley was mired in the dot-com bust affecting all corners of the technology sector. As a result the local real estate market grinded to a halt. In true Silicon Valley spirit, that was the exact, perfect moment to launch a startup real estate brokerage.
Intero’s desire wasn’t to be like all other brokerages. Not only were we committed to providing our residents and neighbors a service that heralded the very nature of where we live, we owed it to our new neighbors, recruited from all over the world to come and work for many of the most creative, progressive companies on the planet.
Powered by an entirely new technology platform, backed by a solid investment, led by a team of real estate veterans who were all born, raised, and weaned right here in the Silicon Valley, Intero Real Estate Services was born.
While the dot-com bust remedied, in 2007, the real estate bubble burst and its subsequent effects on the market and economy were well documented. For us, this signaled a moment in time to do what we do best - invest in our company and innovate further.
Over the past seven years, against the pressures of a challenging market, we continued to advance our training programs, update all of our technology, grow our brand into other markets, and build a luxury sub brand.
We did all this because this is who we are.
In 2014,
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Pia De Castro
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Margaret Lin
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Cara Milgate
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Candida Palega
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Mukesh Kumar
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Jayanta Samanta
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Pia De Castro
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Pia is a consumate professional. Even working outside of her usual geography she managed to get us to see all the properties we asked for as well as a few additional. When we decided to move forward, she managed the offer and contract issues magnificently, as well as handling all the inspections. With both buyer (us) and seller being "difficult" in various ways, Pia pulled everything through all roadblocks, and we got our new home!
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Pia is the partner that you want on your side. She has a knack for the market and has the network to prove it. Our house was sold very quickly. She is the consumate professional of her trade and well respected in her industry. We could not have asked for a better agent to help us through a difficult process. You have our vote. Thanks, Pia
I've worked at three different brokerages, and it looks like I've finally found my forever home. Cara, my sales manager, is everything I have been searching for. She is not only skilled and knowledgeable but also incredibly attentive to my specific needs and goals. Cara has helped me tailor my business plan to suit my lifestyle, building my confidence along the way. Thanks to her guidance, I am set to have my best year in real estate yet. I am so grateful to have found Cara. 💜
RS
Need to buy a home, need to sell your home. You need to call Candida Palega immediately. She is the best. She helped me sell my home and I got it sold quickly and got the best deal for my home. Candida works with you throughout the whole process with respect and maximum effort. She is a great communicator and will represent you exceptionally well. Candida goes above and beyond to make sure you are informed and prepared when selling your home. I highly recommend her. Don’t look any further.
JC
As a loan officer, I've had the privilege of working alongside many realtors, but none have impressed me quite like Candida Palega. She is professional, and her dedication to her clients TRULY sets her apart. From our initial collaboration to the closing, Candida displayed impeccable communication skills, and a genuine commitment to ensuring a smooth transaction for all parties involved. Working with Candida was not only efficient but also enjoyable, as she always went above and beyond to exceed expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend Candida to anyone in search of a top-notch real estate professional. She is TRULY outstanding!
WP
Very professional and attentive realtor firm. She was able to provide multiple listings that were based on a very particular and long wish/criteria list.
SB
Purchased my first home with Candida. Super responsive, beyond helpful, and gets the job done. Highly recommend.
SF
Raising 4 kids on my own since my youngest (twins) was 3, they're 27 now...Working for 25 years and not having anything to show for it.
I searched homes online for years, than I went to some on my own and no one took me serious. .why? Because I didn't know what to ask them all the questions were in my head...How old is this house, is the plumbing pipes working, is the roof gonna cave in after I buy it. My approach was always a negative one because I didnt know....UNTIL (drumrolls)
I got with Candida Palega, The best decision I made in 27 years. I can say she will be my Forever Friend.
She wasted no time..she asked the 3 questions and BOOM..We were out searching for my home. She came with all the information about the homes you would want to know and more before we went to see them.. all you have to do is pick it and she pulled it. I picked a home and she pulled the information and all my questions in my head and more were at my finger tips. So my advise to anyone looking to buy...Go to Candida Palega with Palega & Palega why...because there's ALOT of things we don't kmow that only a Realstate Agent has knowledge and experience and has access to all the information you would want to know about a home before buying it.. Candida thank you for taking me under your wing and help making me a proud 1st time home owner to a brand new built Home by De Nova. Your Forever Friend and Soul Sister....Situa
I searched homes online for years, than I went to some on my own and no one took me serious. .why? Because I didn't know what to ask them all the questions were in my head...How old is this house, is the plumbing pipes working, is the roof gonna cave in after I buy it. My approach was always a negative one because I didnt know....UNTIL (drumrolls)
I got with Candida Palega, The best decision I made in 27 years. I can say she will be my Forever Friend.
She wasted no time..she asked the 3 questions and BOOM..We were out searching for my home. She came with all the information about the homes you would want to know and more before we went to see them.. all you have to do is pick it and she pulled it. I picked a home and she pulled the information and all my questions in my head and more were at my finger tips. So my advise to anyone looking to buy...Go to Candida Palega with Palega & Palega why...because there's ALOT of things we don't kmow that only a Realstate Agent has knowledge and experience and has access to all the information you would want to know about a home before buying it.. Candida thank you for taking me under your wing and help making me a proud 1st time home owner to a brand new built Home by De Nova. Your Forever Friend and Soul Sister....Situa
PB
PALEGA & PALEGA Reality is a local family business and treats you like your part of the family. Easy to talk to a out what kind of home your family needs. Candida is very knowledgeable on all of the 1st time buyers programs, she will look high and low in California for you. It is so stressful trying to get a offer excepted, but she gets the job done. You are in the beat hands at PALEGA and PALEGA Reality . Where your more than a client your family. Your new home is just a phone call away. We did it and the home owners dream can be yours too. Tha k you so much for all your hard work.
E
PALEGA & PALEGA Reality is by far a great company. I just purchased my 3rd home and have been using PALEGA & PALEGA Reality since my 1st home. Candida is the best she genuinely cares about her clients and is a overall good person. She always made us feel like were her top priority and is extremely responsive. Her overall knowledge in real estate and homes were crucial and made every process smoother. I would highly recommend her on your home buying journey.
RA
Great realtor! Candida went above & beyond to meet our needs and find us the perfect house.
MM
Candida goes above and beyond for her clients, and is very knowledgeable in navigating the complexities for a real estate transaction.I would highly recommend her.
RS
Candida Palega has went above and beyond helping myself market properties and helping with the whole process of selling them. She is very knowledgeable and has great communication skills. She is top tier amongst her piers. Broker Bob Sutherland
NA
Candida was amazing to work with. She made the whole experience a smooth process. She was always available to answer any questions we had. Thank you Candida!
P
Working With Palega & Palega has been the most wonderful and smoothest experience ever. We were super nervous going into buying our first home, using our VA Loan, and all the fine details that come along with it. Our credit wasn’t perfect and needed to up our credit score a tad. They helped to link us up with the right people to get our credit score squared away. Finding a home was actually really simple with Jazmin and Candida. All the homes in all the zip codes that my wife and I were interested in- they already had print outs with contacts and viewing times: so we knew they were doing their homework way ahead of schedule. With all that being said, it’s no surprise we made an offer on the house we wanted, it was accepted (along with the conditions we requested) and do to work they even did the final walk through for us. We’re super grateful for the experience, help, and Everything the Palega’s did for our Family. Forever grateful from the Tab Ohana!
MR
Candida is AMAZING! She helped us buy both of our properties and thru out the whole process she was very patient with us. She answered all the questions we had and also guided us thru out the whole process. Thank you Candida
TM
We have had a great experience with Candida Palega she a great and loyal landlord and has been answering all our requests when it comes to anything that needs to be fixed around our house. We are going on 2 years in our home. We appreciate her a lot.
CM
I've worked with Candida on a few transactions and she is the best! Her attention to detail, love for her clients, and work ethic makes it the perfect experience when purchasing a home! A++
AA
Candida helped us find homes and she was very attentive, proactive and informative. During the process we felt she was looking out for our best interest. We were extremely satisfied with the experience we had with her!
JG
We met Candida on a school trip to Costa Rica with our nieces. She is one of the most genuine people we have met. Throughout the trip she shared she was a real estate agent, and within a month of our return we had already bought a house with her help. She never pressured us or tried to rush us. She gave us time and knowledge of the market without asking for anything in return. She is our go to person for our next property as well as a life long friend.
NP
I’ve had the fortunate pleasure of watching Candida give every one of her clients her full attention and effort sparing nothing to get them the best deal or find the house of their dreams. In a few cases, the deal seemed to be dead in the water but she always fights for her clients. Candida is not one to be pushed around by another agent or agency, and if you are in the market for a new home, that’s exactly the kind of realtor you want in your corner. Highly recommend seeking her out if you’re in the market of buying or selling, especially if you’ve felt like a current agent isn’t giving you their all.
EL
Candida will go above and beyond to help with real estate needs. Her patience and professionalism are unmatched! It has been 3 years since she helped me get a house for my mom, and to this day she always makes time for my real estate needs and questions. Her Customer service is exemplary. Her honesty is refreshing. She’s not just out to make a buck but is always looking out for her clients best interests. Thank you will never be enough!
JB
As a loan officer, I've had the privilege of working alongside many realtors, but none have impressed me quite like Candida Palega. She is professional, and her dedication to her clients TRULY sets her apart. From our initial collaboration to the closing, Candida displayed impeccable communication skills, and a genuine commitment to ensuring a smooth transaction for all parties involved. Working with Candida was not only efficient but also enjoyable, as she always went above and beyond to exceed expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend Candida to anyone in search of a top-notch real estate professional. She is TRULY outstanding!
MT
As a Polynesian looking to purchase their first home it’s super stressful and scary. Candida made this process so much easier and made sure I felt comfortable with my decision. She is very knowledgeable and always available to answer any question anytime of the day/night. The customer always comes first and she made sure of that. I highly recommend she will not disappoint. I was referred from a coworker Sam Iosia and I’m so glad he did that because I was able to purchase my first townhouse in the Bay Area and it’s just so surreal. As a Polynesian Single Father the odds are against us with purchasing property and I’m just really glad I was able to purchase a townhouse. Without the help of Candida this would have not been possible. Candida THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙏🏾
SR
Candida Palega was a charm to work with when purchasing our home! She listened and understood what we were looking for for our family. We understood we might not get everything we wanted on our list but she helped us prioritize what was most important and what worked within our budget. Although we fell in love with a particular house we did not get, Candida steered us into a home with great potential that only an experienced agent could see. In less than a year we had immediate equity and years later she was right on the money. Like literally, we almost doubled what we bought the house for by just living in it.
Thanks so much Candida!
Thanks so much Candida!
