Business Details
Your Real Estate Partner in California
Prosper Real Estate operates as a family-oriented real estate agency with a mission to help clients achieve generational wealth through homeownership. With over $150 million in sales and nearly 400 transactions completed, we prioritize client relationships over numbers. Our team approaches every deal with professionalism, combining extensive market knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and strong negotiation skills to serve both buyers and sellers. We specialize in guiding first-time homebuyers and supporting non-traditional families, offering personalized support throughout the buying and selling processes.Our agents provide local expertise for Northern and Southern California markets, emphasizing transparency, education, and long-term client success. By maintaining a balance of warmth and tenacity, we ensure clients receive both compassionate service and vigorous representation during transactions. Our track record reflects our commitment to delivering results while maintaining ethical standards and community-focused values.
Services
Home Buying
Property Selling
Mortgage Assistance
Home Valuation
Market Analysis
Highlights and features
- We've completed nearly 400 real estate transactions with $150M+ in sales.
- Our team provides local market expertise for Northern and Southern California communities.
- We specialize in guiding first-time homebuyers through the purchasing process.
- Our agents combine 20+ years of experience with innovative real estate technology.
- We maintain a proven track record of successful negotiations and client satisfaction.
What people say
Experienced negotiators
Patient with first-time buyers
Deep local market knowledge
Personalized support throughout process
Successful transaction outcomes
Services
Home Buying
Our home buying service guides clients through every step of purchasing property. We help create personalized wish lists, analyze market data, and negotiate optimal deals. Our team provides mortgage pre-approval assistance and coordinates property inspections to ensure informed decisions. With local expertise in Northern and Southern California markets, we help buyers find homes matching their specific needs and budget.
Property Selling
Our property selling service maximizes home value through strategic marketing and professional presentation. We conduct comprehensive market analyses to determine competitive pricing, coordinate home staging and photography, and implement targeted marketing campaigns. Our negotiation expertise ensures favorable terms while managing all transaction details from listing to closing for a seamless selling experience.
Market Analysis
We provide detailed market analysis services to determine accurate property valuations. Our comparative market analysis (CMA) considers recent sales data, property features, and current market conditions. This service helps buyers make competitive offers and sellers set realistic pricing strategies while understanding their property's position within the local real estate market.
Mortgage Assistance
Our mortgage assistance service connects clients with trusted lending professionals to secure financing options. We help buyers understand pre-approval requirements, explain different loan programs, and navigate the application process. Our network of financial experts ensures clients receive personalized mortgage solutions that align with their financial capabilities and homeownership goals.
Home Valuation
We offer comprehensive home valuation services to determine current market worth. Our valuation process considers property condition, location, recent comparable sales, and market trends. This service benefits sellers preparing to list properties and buyers evaluating potential purchases, providing accurate insights to support informed real estate decisions.
People
Mark Schweller
Founder / Broker Associate
With extensive real estate experience, Mark Schweller specializes in Northern California properties. He focuses on client education and community knowledge, helping buyers understand local markets. His negotiation skills and commitment to client success have earned strong client testimonials.
Heather Winham
Co-Founder/Realtor
Heather Winham provides attentive real estate service with focus on first-time homebuyers. She excels at explaining complex processes and connecting clients with financing resources. Her negotiation expertise has secured favorable deals for clients in competitive markets.
Kevin Methvin
Realtor
Kevin Methvin specializes in assisting first-time homebuyers with patient guidance through the purchasing process. He provides detailed explanations of property features and local area information, ensuring clients make informed decisions about their new homes.
Hilary Saunders
Broker of Record
As Broker of Record, Hilary Saunders oversees transaction compliance and professional standards. With California real estate license #1834648, she ensures all operations maintain regulatory compliance while supporting team members in delivering quality client service.
Jessica Airola
Director of Operations
Jessica Airola manages operational efficiency for Prosper Real Estate. She coordinates team activities and transaction processes, ensuring smooth operations that support agents in delivering exceptional client experiences during real estate transactions.
Questions
What areas does Prosper Real Estate serve?
We serve Northern California communities including Brentwood, Discovery Bay, Antioch, and Oakley, as well as Southern California locations like San Diego, Temecula, and Orange County.
Do you work with first-time homebuyers?
Yes, we specialize in guiding first-time buyers through the process, providing mortgage assistance, market education, and personalized support to make homeownership accessible and successful.
How do you determine home listing prices?
We conduct comprehensive comparative market analyses considering recent sales, property features, and current market conditions to recommend competitive, data-driven listing prices.
What sets your team apart from other realtors?
Our combination of local expertise, proven negotiation skills, and personalized service approach creates successful outcomes while maintaining ethical standards and client-focused priorities.
Can you help with selling homes in competitive markets?
Yes, our strategic marketing plans, professional staging services, and targeted exposure techniques help homes stand out and achieve optimal results in competitive market conditions.
Do you offer mortgage pre-approval assistance?
We connect clients with trusted lending professionals to help obtain mortgage pre-approvals, ensuring buyers understand their budget and are competitive in bidding situations.
Reviews (3)
Montram Home Tours
Oct 28, 2021
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Prosper Real Estate is always a pleasure to work with. The prosper team is full of extremely experienced and professional Realtors. Highly recommend.
Madeline Parada
Sep 08, 2019
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Mark was an absolute dream to work with! He made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. When we had questions whether it was something he could help with or not, he always made sure we were satisfied or got the appropriate person to call us back and help. Our loan closed in 30 days exactly, and we are happily in our new home thanks to Mark Schweller!
Svetlana Isayeva
Dec 03, 2016
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Mark is absolutely amazing! He's honest, compassionate and knowledgeable. We were new to the area and looking to get into a house of our own on a very tight deadline. Mark responded on time and worked hard to come up with various options. Even while on vacation Mark made sure we were exploring options and even worked on an offer remotely. Mark worked under pressure and got us into our dream home in under 2 weeks until our deadline. His team is amazing and his Funding references get the job done. A huge THANK YOU to everyone.
