A Boutique Approach to Residential Real Estate
Discover how a boutique brokerage approach to purchasing or selling your home can make a difference in the journey of achieving your goals.
Founded in 2003 by Robert Hernandez, PCVI Residential is a boutique real estate brokerage proudly serving individual homeowners and 1–4 unit residential investors throughout California, including all nine Bay Area counties. At PCVI Residential, we do more than just facilitate real estate transactions—we build relationships founded on trust, integrity, and personalized attention.
What Sets Us Apart
PCVI Residential clients work directly with the Broker and Founder, Robert Hernandez. Unlike large brokerages where your needs may be handed off to various agents, at PCVI Residential, your experience is tailored and handled exclusively by Mr. Hernandez himself. He carefully manages only a few clients at a time to deliver personalized services at the highest levels.
No Dual Agency Policy
Another core value at PCVI Residential is the strict no-dual-agency policy. Many brokerages allow the same office—or even the same agent—to represent both the buyer and seller in a transaction, creating a potential conflict of interest. At PCVI Residential, we believe our clients deserve undivided loyalty, leaving no doubt ever regarding representation. Mr. Hernandez will represent only one party in any transaction, ensuring your best interests are always protected.
Neighborhood Local Experts
While many agents emphasize being a “local expert,” PCVI Residential challenges that notion (see Buyer page for more details). With a career that includes underwriting over $6.0 billion in hospitality real estate across the U.S., Mexico, Russia, and the Caribbean, Mr. Hernandez brings a level of understanding of neighborhood insights that transcends that of “local experts”. In today’s data-driven world, valuable neighborhood information is easily accessible. What truly makes the difference is a deep understanding of the client’s goals and needs and a disciplined approach to meeting them.
No Annual Brokerage Fees / No Pressure to Meet Quotas
Due to the fact that PCVI Residential buyers and sellers work directly with Mr. Hernandez, Broker and Founder, they never feel pressured to close a transaction due to fees charged in addition to the normal costs of doing business or quotas that need to be met to maintain employment. Average fees charged by major regional and national brokerages are reflected below.
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Monthly Desk/Technology Fees - Average Annual Amount: $2,400
(Estimated monthly range: $145–$350/month)
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Franchise Fees (Percentage of Commission) - Average Annual Amount: $3,000
(Based on 5%–8% per transaction, depending on sales volume)
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Transaction Fees - Average Annual Amount: $1,200
(Estimated at $300 per transaction with ~4 transactions/year)
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Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance - Average Annual Amount: $750
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Startup/Onboarding Fees (One-time or amortized) - Average Annual Amount: $150
(Typically a one-time fee of $149–$249)
At PCVI Residential, we believe real estate is about more than just closing deals—it's about helping people achieve their dreams with confidence and clarity. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, experience the power of a boutique brokerage committed to your success.