Your Home.
Your Vision.
Our Priority.
You deserve a home that feels warm, comfortable, and truly yours. Whether you're buying or selling, you deserve honest guidance, clear communication, and someone who cares about your goals every step of the way. With experience in real estate, interior design, and home renovations, you'll gain valuable insight into a home's potential, value, and possibilities. Inspired by nature and focused on what matters most — helping you feel at home.
Where Real Estate
Meets Design
Realtor® DRE# 02188562 · Interior Design SJSU BFA '06 · Selling · Buying · Flip · Design · Invest
Looking back, I wasn't just renovating homes—I was building a career rooted in integrity, creativity, and a genuine love for helping people.
I began my career after graduating from San Jose State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design and a minor in Music. As the wife of a successful vice president and the busy mother of two wonderful daughters, a traditional 9-to-5 career wasn't the right fit for our family's schedule.
My education in interior design and my passion for creating beautiful, functional spaces naturally led me into renovating and flipping homes. I love designing homes inspired by nature—spaces that feel bright, airy, peaceful, and uniquely yours. Later, because my husband's work required him to live in different states, I had the unique opportunity to buy, renovate, manage, and flip homes in several housing markets. Those experiences gave me valuable insight into how real estate differs from one community to another and strengthened my knowledge of home design, construction, renovation, and investment.
One of the greatest blessings of that journey was being able to include my daughters along the way. They often came with me to job sites, watching homes transform from neglected properties into beautiful places where families could create lasting memories. Those experiences taught them the value of hard work, creativity, and perseverance while allowing me to continue pursuing my dream without sacrificing precious time with my family.
In December 2022, I proudly earned my California Real Estate license, turning my lifelong passion into a professional career.
My background in interior design, buying, selling, flipping, and managing properties gives me a unique perspective that benefits both homeowners and investors. I enjoy seeing possibilities that others may overlook. Whether it's helping a family find a home that fits their lifestyle, preparing a property to maximize its value, or helping an investor recognize a property's hidden potential, I bring creativity, experience, and practical knowledge to every transaction.
Today, as a Realtor® and Interior Designer, my goal is to guide every client with honesty, dedication, and care. I don't just help people buy or sell a house—I help them recognize the potential in every property and create spaces where they can truly feel at home.
DRE#
02188562
SJSU
BFA Interior Design
Minor in Music · 2006
20+
Yrs Design · Invest · Flip
Buying · Selling · Renovating
2022
Realtor Since
Real Estate
Beyond the Transaction
Buying · Selling · Investing · Managing · Designing
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Buy with Vision.
Design with Purpose.
Build Wealth with Patience.
Buy with a long-term vision, not short-term emotions.
Great real estate builds wealth through appreciation and rental income over time.
When the market slows, rental income can help support your investment while you wait for the right time to sell.
I love finding homes with untapped potential.
My favorite strategy is to buy well, rent for a few years, thoughtfully remodel, and then sell when the timing is right.
This approach allows me to collect rental income while increasing the home's value through quality renovations.
As an interior designer, I see possibilities where others see limitations.
As a Realtor, I help my clients make thoughtful, value-driven real estate decisions that support their long-term goals.
Smart Moves for
Sellers & Buyers
Whether you're selling your home or searching for the perfect one, preparation and strategy make all the difference.
Whether you're selling your home or searching for the perfect one, the right guidance makes all the difference. Browse the guides below to learn what you need at every stage — from preparing to sell, to finding and winning your dream home, to designing a space you'll love.
Tips to List, Prepare & Maximize Your Sale
Everything you need to know when listing your home for sale
For Sellers
Maximize Your Sale
Prepare Your Home
I assess your property's potential and recommend cost-effective improvements to maximize value before listing.
Strategic Pricing
A comparative market analysis ensures your home is priced to sell quickly while maximizing your return.
Marketing & Staging
Professional photography, targeted marketing, and design-savvy staging attract qualified buyers fast.
Close with Confidence
I negotiate the best terms and guide you through every step — from offer to closing day.
Seller's Checklist
Tips to Find, Finance & Win Your Dream Home
Roadmaps, timelines, and guidance to help you buy with confidence
For Buyers
Find Your Home
Find the Right Home
I identify properties that match your vision and budget, including off-market and upcoming listings.
Neighborhood Expertise
Deep Bay Area knowledge helps you choose a community that fits your lifestyle and long-term goals.
See the Potential
My design eye spots possibilities others miss — helping you envision what a home could become.
Win the Offer
I craft competitive offers and negotiate skillfully to secure your dream home on the best terms.
Buyer's Checklist
Design Tips for a Beautiful Home
Timeless principles, nature-inspired spaces, and budget-friendly decor
For Design
Create Your Space
Discover Your Style
We explore your aesthetic preferences, lifestyle, and the feeling you want your home to evoke.
Space Planning
Thoughtful layouts maximize flow, function, and natural light in every room of your home.
Smart Budgeting
I prioritize improvements that deliver the most impact — beautiful results without overspending.
Styling & Finishing
From color palettes to final decor touches, I bring your vision to life with timeless elegance.
Design Checklist
Selling Your Home — Tips to List, Prepare & Maximize Your Sale
Everything you need to know when listing your home for sale
Buying a Home — Tips to Find, Finance & Win Your Dream Home
Roadmaps, timelines, and guidance to help you buy with confidence
What Realtors Really Do Behind the Scenes
Discover the work that happens behind every successful transaction
Design & Decor — Tips for a Beautiful Home
Timeless design principles, nature-inspired spaces, and budget-friendly decor
"My goal is simple: To help you make confident decisions and love the place you call home."
— Negar Tawakoli
Words from
Happy Clients
"Negar didn't just find us a house—she helped us see it as a home before we even made an offer. Her eye for design made all the difference in our negotiation."
Sarah & Michael R.
Los Altos Hills
"The staging and redesign Negar did on our home before listing it resulted in multiple offers above asking price. She is truly one of a kind."
James T.
Palo Alto
"Working with Negar felt effortless. She understood exactly what we wanted, and delivered a space that exceeded every expectation."
Leila & David K.
San Francisco
Smart Steps.
Strong Decisions.
Most agents sell houses. I create homes. My dual expertise means every real estate transaction is an opportunity for total transformation.
Acquisition
Find the Right Home
I identify and secure exceptional properties aligned with your vision—navigating the Bay Area market with discretion, precision, and deep local expertise. Prepare. Plan. Position. Win.
Vision
See the Potential
My designer's eye sees what others miss—potential in a dated kitchen, opportunity in an awkward layout. I develop a comprehensive design narrative before a single offer is made.
Transformation
Realize the Dream
From concept to completion, I manage renovation and design, delivering spaces that exceed expectations. Whether staging to sell or designing to live—your home becomes exactly what it should be.
Start the
Conversation
Whether you're searching for the perfect Bay Area property or envisioning a new chapter for your current space—I'm here to listen, strategize, and deliver.
Negar Tawakoli
Realtor® · Interior Designer
DRE# 02188562 · Pacific Wide Realty
