About Us.
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Discover why successful San Franciscans work with Kevin Ho and Jonathan McNarry, top producers and realtors with Vanguard Properties.
Distinctive and dedicated, all-encompassing and comprehensive home buying and selling, advocacy and counsel for your most important asset is just the start...
Who Are Kevin Ho, Jonathan McNarry and Raffi McNarry-Ho?
Kevin+Jonathan: Partners in Business and Life
We’re not your typical agents. As partners in both life and business, we bring together unique backgrounds and a shared passion for San Francisco real estate. One of us, originally from Iowa, is an attorney, mediator, and former reporter who grew up in the family’s Chinese restaurant. The other, from the UK, has a background as an ICU nurse, respiratory therapist, and paramedic. Together, we’ve gone from renters to proud San Francisco homeowners, taking on a down-to-the-studs renovation of the house we bought at a garage sale. It’s now a home with two dishwashers (luxurious and practical!), over 100 yards of LED strips, and countless carefully considered upgrades—all achieved through our design eye, trade discounts, and resourcefulness. We bring this same passion and expertise to our clients.
As top-producing real estate professionals with Vanguard Properties, we’re also devoted dog dads to Raffi, our 14-year-old black lab and career-change Guide Dog for the Blind. With more open houses and closings under his collar than most agents, Raffi is an integral part of our team.
With hundreds of successful sales, a loyal client network, and the respect of the agent community, our expertise spans all types of buyers and sellers—from first-timers to seasoned investors. Known for our energy, warmth, and deep market knowledge, we’re proud to be among San Francisco’s top 50 agents. At the heart of our work is a commitment to our clients, building lasting relationships and delivering outstanding results every step of the way.
If You Want to Know About Us, You Should Know Our Clients Too.
We understand that what we do really is life-changing and impactful. Our focus goes beyond the immediate transaction at hand and tries to achieve what we like to call optimal outcomes. Our track record speaks to the fact that we must be doing something right as the sampling of our client successes shows.
Who We Are
And Some Of What We’ve Done
Kevin K. Ho, Esq.
Kevin, originally from Iowa City, Iowa, brings a rich and diverse background to his thriving real estate practice. As a long-time commentator and expert on San Francisco’s housing market, Kevin regularly contributes to the San Francisco Chronicle Sunday Real Estate section and appears on local television news to share insights on real estate trends. During its run, Kevin+Jonathan were also regular contributors to Curbed SF.
As the designer of the team, Kevin provides expert advice on property refinements that enhance value and well-being, often exceeding client expectations. His passion for design—encompassing interior, graphic, and home design—is central to the team’s branding and presentation. This creative flair is showcased in one of the 1,000+ YouTube property walk-through video that appear on Kevin+Jonathan’s popular YouTube Channel.
Kevin’s journey began in his family’s Chinese restaurant in Iowa, which later expanded into real estate holdings. He holds a BA from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master’s in Diplomacy, International Law, and Economics from the University of London’s School of Oriental and African Studies. After returning to the U.S., he earned his law degree from U.C. Berkeley’s School of Law (formerly Boalt Hall).
Fluent in spoken Cantonese, Kevin practiced as a business attorney and mediator in San Francisco before fully transitioning to real estate. He spent five years with the City’s Office of Citizen Complaints, mediating over 100 disputes between citizens and the SFPD. Before embarking on his real estate journey, Kevin also worked as a reporter, blogger, and legal writer. In 2010, Jonathan encouraged Kevin to pursue real estate—a decision that launched their partnership into over 14 years of success. Today, Kevin+Jonathan are consistently among the top producers at Vanguard Properties (10+ consecutive years) and rank among San Francisco’s top 50 real estate teams.
Kevin’s approachable and chatty nature, paired with his visionary mindset, makes him a favorite among clients—though Kevin+Jonathan’s 14-year-old Labrador, Mr. Raffi, often steals the spotlight.
Beyond real estate, Kevin’s experiences are as diverse as his skill set. He has trained hundreds of cyclists for the San Francisco AIDS Foundation’s AIDS LifeCycle ride, was invited to write as a columnist for CNET, worked in the U.S. Senate, and interned with Universal Music in London. Whether exploring the city with Raffi or connecting with clients, Kevin’s passion for design, people, and the unique charm of San Francisco shines through in everything he does.
Cal. DRE: 01875957 (Broker) SBN: 233408 Office: Vanguard Properties, 2501 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 | 555 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Jonathan B. McNarry
First licensed at age 19, Jonathan brings a wealth of experience in sales, service, and real estate to the Kevin+Jonathan team. Born in the U.K. and raised in Atlanta, Jonathan grew up immersed in real estate development—his family’s profession. By the age of six, he was already putting up open house signs for his family’s home and running a small candy shop in the backyard, showcasing an entrepreneurial spirit from an early age.
Jonathan’s real estate experience spans selling everything from vacant parcels to completed luxury homes in master-planned communities of 2,000+ residences across the Southeast, including Callaway Gardens, Hilton Head, and Tybee Island. In Atlanta’s affluent Buckhead and Chastain Park districts, he handled transactions for custom 6,000+ square-foot homes and played a pivotal role in selecting design and finish options to attract discerning buyers and maximize property appeal.
Known as the “details man” of the Kevin+Jonathan team, Jonathan excels at handling negotiations with precision and focus, ensuring clients achieve the best possible outcomes. His sharp perspective and ability to strategize during high-stakes deals make him an invaluable partner in the real estate process.
Jonathan also has a diverse professional background in banking and healthcare. For 10 years, he served as a Board-certified critical care and rapid-response ICU nurse at UCSF, one of the world’s leading healthcare providers and teaching hospitals. He is also a certified EMT/Paramedic and was a Notary Public.
In 2010, Jonathan recognized Kevin’s potential for success in real estate and encouraged him to transition from law into the field. That decision sparked the formation of their powerhouse team, which has since grown to become one of San Francisco’s most trusted and successful real estate partnerships.
Whether managing intricate deals, refining property appeal, or guiding clients with wit and professionalism, Jonathan’s expertise and dedication ensure exceptional results for every client.
Cal. DRE: 01747295 (Salesperson) Office: Vanguard Properties, 2501 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 | 555 Castro Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Raffi T. McNarry-Ho
Born in Marin County, Raffi attended the prestigious Guide Dogs for the Blind school, where he excelled in his training. However, his teachers quickly realized that while he had exceptional skills, Raffi’s true passion lay in meeting new people and dogs—an enthusiasm that didn’t quite align with the focused role of a seeing-eye dog. Through the Career Change Adoption Program, Raffi found his perfect match in Kevin and Jonathan, joining their family in May 2012.
Since then, Raffi has become an integral part of their real estate practice. He has assisted with everything from negotiated tenant buyouts to exploring new properties. Raffi loves visiting dog parks and enjoys accompanying Kevin and Jonathan on their many adventures throughout San Francisco.
With more escrow signings and closings under his collar than most agents—or people—experience in a lifetime, Raffi brings a special charm and warmth to every interaction. Whether making a client smile or scouting a new property, Raffi has proven to be not just the team’s mascot, but also their secret weapon in making real estate a little more joyful.
Check out some of his Listing videos here on his YouTube playlist.
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Who Are Our Clients?
Buyer, seller, both, new, repeat real estate enthusiasts, developers, 1st timers, property collectors and more. We have been privileged to work with folks from so many walks of life.
50% Buyers
Represented
50% Sellers
Represented
$450,000,000
Sales Volume (And counting)
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