Rick Talmage

Rick Talmage is a highly skilled and experienced real estate agent at Compass, specializing in serving clients in Silicon Valley and the cities from the San Francisco Peninsula to San Jose, California. With over two decades of experience, Rick takes pride in building long-term relationships with his clients, working with them every step of the way to achieve their goals and realize their dreams.

Rick's extensive knowledge of the local real estate market, exceptional negotiation skills, and attention to detail make him an asset to all his clients. He provides personalized attention, creating a customized plan to help each client achieve success. Rick specializes in being a buyer's agent, listing agent, relocation, consulting, property management, and landlord.

Prior to his real estate career, Rick was a senior executive in the global luxury fashion industry, holding top leadership positions for prominent retail brands such as Giorgio Armani, Hugo Boss, Faconnable, and Nordstrom. His international business experience has given him invaluable skills relating to cultural relationships and design.

Rick is intimately familiar with the Silicon Valley area, having spent over thirty years in the Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Altos, Mountain View, and Sunnyvale areas. He brings a wealth of knowledge about local neighborhoods, schools, services, and businesses. As an active community member, Rick sits on the board of It's From The Sole, a non-profit organization that distributes shoes and clothing to the less fortunate in the United States and around the world. He is also committed and passionate about the environment, quality of life, health, and nutrition.

Rick holds a BS in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from California State University. 

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, Rick Talmage is a respected and accomplished real estate professional who can help you navigate the complexities of the real estate market with confidence.