“I relocated to California and started my home search in the San Fernando Valley, looking at Chatsworth, Porter Ranch, and Granada Hills. Before we even toured a single home, Dominique sat down with me for a full buyer consultation and walked me through my finances, what I could actually afford, how the numbers worked, what to expect at every step. Coming from out of state, that alone took so much stress off the move. I ended up having to pause my search because of a job change, but she made such a strong impression that I already know exactly who I'm calling when I'm ready to start looking again!”
Real Estate, Property Management, and Interior Design
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Dominique Duncan-Nelson is a Chatsworth-based REALTOR® with The Rise Team at Real Brokerage, guiding clients through every step of buying, selling, leasing, and managing property across the San Fernando Valley.
Dominique helps buyers, sellers, renters, and investors navigate the Valley's real estate market and specializes in leasing and furnished property management for Airbnb and short-term rental owners. Backed by 7+ years of property management experience and a background in interior design, she brings the same eye for detail to every home, listing, and investment property she touches.
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“First and foremost, Dominique is absolutely amazing!! She helped us find the perfect home and represented us completely and professionally throughout the entire process. She explained every step and answered all our questions completely. In the entire process, she went above and beyond, and exceeded all of our expectations. Before we selected our home, we asked her to take us to several others, and she arranged viewings and took us to each, reviewing the pros and cons with us. When we settled on this home, she explained every step and communicated to make sure everything was correct and on time. Dominique answered each of our questions and the purchase process and if there was something she wasn't sure of, she researched it in order to give us the best, and the correct, answer. I have made many home purchases in my lifetime, but this was the easiest I have ever experienced, due to Dominique. Dominique helped us determine what to offer, what sort of contingencies, escrow time, etc., to give us the best chance of acquiring this house. She was so thorough that our first offer was accepted! It made everything easy for us. I highly recommend Dominique! I will use her again if I sell or buy another property.”
“We recently had the pleasure of working with Dominique to purchase our first home, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, their responsiveness, deep market knowledge, and strong negotiation skills made an incredibly stressful process feel manageable and even enjoyable. Their understanding of the local market was invaluable. Dominique helped us refine our search, educated us on neighborhood trends and pricing, and provided honest, data-driven insights on how to make a competitive yet sensible offer. We felt confident in every decision we made because we knew it was grounded in their expertise. Where Dominique truly shines is at the negotiation table. She advocated for us at every turn, helping us secure favorable terms and navigate some tricky back-and-forth with the sellers. Thanks to their persistence and strategic approach, we were able to close on a home we love, at a price and with conditions that worked for us. We’re incredibly grateful to Dominique for helping us close on our first home and would enthusiastically recommend them to anyone looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and highly effective real estate agent.”
“Dominique takes great pride in providing quality service to her clients and it was evident in my experience with her when buying a house. She was patient and supportive during the search, which eventually led to finding the perfect home. She demonstrated expertise and creativity when it came to making a compelling offer that would be accepted by the seller in an extremely competitive market/neighborhood, while not compromising our budget. She was also attentive to details during the escrow process, which made me feel reassured. Her clear communication between all parties involved was excellent and appreciated. These are qualities that I do not overlook and I am certain contributed to the relative ease in the process of buying a house.”
“Managing multiple rental homes from out of state was becoming overwhelming, and bringing in the right help made a huge difference. Communication was clear and consistent, which gave me real peace of mind. Dom handled both short-term and long-term rentals smoothly, from tenant coordination and turnovers to ongoing maintenance. Each property was managed with the right strategy, and everything ran efficiently.”
“We worked together for several years managing multiple rental properties, and the experience was consistently smooth and well organized. The portfolio included a mix of short-term and mid-term leasing, and everything from tenant coordination to operational details was handled thoughtfully. What we appreciated most was the ability to adapt the rental strategy depending on what made the most sense for each property. Whether it was preparing a unit for new guests, managing turnovers, or keeping the financial side of things organized, the properties stayed occupied and performing well. It made owning and managing several rentals much easier than trying to do it ourselves.”
“I travel often and was having a hard time keeping up with my rental property, and I was honestly hesitant about using a property manager. That hesitation quickly went away — the entire experience was organized, responsive, and far easier than I expected. Tenant placement, maintenance, and service were handled smoothly, and I never felt out of the loop. The property stayed in great shape and consistently occupied, which gave me real peace of mind. I highly recommend Dominique’s property management services. She’s incredibly professional and always goes above and beyond.”
“Dominique has done an excellent job managing my four-plex in Los Angeles, particularly with sourcing and screening high-quality tenants. We’ve utilized a mix of short-term, mid-term, and long-term rental strategies, and she has handled each seamlessly and strategically. She is thorough in reviewing applications and documentation, communicates promptly, and stays on top of the building’s operational needs. I would confidently recommend her for any property management or real estate services.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Dominique for over five years while she managed multiple rental properties for me. Throughout that time, everything ran incredibly smoothly. Her communication was always clear, timely, and proactive, and she consistently followed up without needing to be reminded. What truly sets her apart is her ability to anticipate potential issues before they become major problems. If anything significant ever came up, she handled it swiftly and with great care, always keeping my best interest at the forefront. I had complete peace of mind knowing my properties were in her hands. I would highly recommend Dominique to anyone looking to work with a knowledgeable and dependable real estate professional in any capacity.”

