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About Smith McWherter

The Builder’s Edge

In a market defined by speed, Smith McWherter is defined by clarity and technical depth. We believe a real estate advisor should understand a home as a tangible product - not just a sales listing.

The partnership unites Daniel Smith, a recognized market leader known for calm negotiation and client advocacy, with Jordan McWherter, a licensed California General Contractor with 25+ years of experience who has built over 30 homes from the ground up and completed dozens of personal acquisitions, renovations, and sales.

Jordan brings a development-minded lens - evaluating hundreds of properties for feasibility and upside, with practical awareness of zoning, codes, ADUs/SB9 considerations, and where money is often wasted. He also brings real-world familiarity with lending and construction financing, helping clients think through the financial implications behind major decisions.

Together, they offer the Builder’s Edge - advisory that goes beyond curb appeal:

  • For sellers: smart, ROI-focused prep guidance that avoids overspending.

  • For buyers: an expert eye for long-term value, true cost, and potential red flags.

  • For everyone: steady guidance that respects the emotional weight of a move - because Jordan has lived it personally, not just advised it.

Rooted on the Coastside. Jordan was born and raised here and brings a deep local perspective and relationships throughout Pacifica and San Mateo County. Daniel brings seasoned market strategy and leadership built through years of advising clients at a high level. Together, Smith McWherter offers calm authority, practical insight, and transparent guidance so clients can move with confidence.

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Real estate expertise meets hands-on building knowledge. We offer unmatched insight into what makes a home valuable, livable, and smart to invest in. Whether buying, selling, or renovating, clients get a smarter path to their goals.

Daniel is known throughout the Coastside for disciplined strategy, steady guidance, and a calm, client-first approach.

  • Ranked #1 in Pacifica with top 1.5% national standing
  • Avid surfer and deeply embedded Coastside local guide
  • Neighborhood FAVE recognized for community trust
  • Calm negotiation and premium client advocacy from strategy to close

As a builder-realtor, licensed General Contractor, and founder of Taylor-Make Development, Jordan offers a rare combination of real estate guidance and construction expertise. Over the past 25+ years, he has built more than 30 homes from the ground up, giving clients a deeper understanding of how to evaluate value, condition, and potential. His Peninsula market focus makes him a strong fit for thoughtful buyers who want practical clarity at every step.

  • Founder of Taylor-Make Development
  • 25+ years as a licensed CA General Contractor
  • 30+ custom homes built from the ground up
  • Peninsula and Menlo Park anchored market presence
  • Built for tech-savvy and international buyers who want certainty
Testimonials
I can't say enough about how amazing the team has been. There's no doubt that buying a house is one of the most stressful experiences a person can ever go through. B...
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We worked with Daniel for about a year to look for our first home. As first-time homebuyers, we changed our mind a number of times about what we wanted and which are...
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Smith McWherter successfully helped us to purchase a house and property in a smooth, professional manner. Daniel was our buyer's agent on a recent purchase in Decemb...
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Daniel’s market expertise and skilled negotiation, combined with Jordan’s builder insight and practical evaluation experience, make Smith McWherter uniquely qualified to guide both buyers and sellers with honesty, clarity, and respect.
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