Research & Reservations ยท Marin, Sonoma & Contra Costa
Answers and reservations, handled.
Handled Personal Assistant's research and reservations service has your dedicated assistant compare vendors, find options and book restaurants and appointments, then hand you a short list so you can decide quickly.
What your assistant takes care of
What a research assistant handles.
Handled Personal Assistant's research and reservations service has your dedicated assistant compare vendors, find options and book restaurants and appointments, then hand you a short list so you can decide quickly.
Vendor and contractor research
Providers compared on price, availability and reviews, with a short list for you.
Restaurant reservations
Tables found and booked for dinners, occasions and groups.
Product and service comparisons
The research behind a decision, summarized.
Finding local providers
Tutors, trainers, handypeople and specialists in your area.
Quotes and follow-ups
Requests sent and responses organized side by side.
Booking and confirming
Once you choose, your assistant books and confirms.
How it works
Simple to start, seamless to keep.
Getting started takes one conversation. After that, your assistant works in the background.
Book a free call
A quick 20-minute call to understand your life, your schedule and what would make the biggest difference. No commitment.
Meet your assistant
We match you with a dedicated, background-checked assistant who works in person in your county and fits your style.
Hand things off
Send requests whenever you like. Pay by the hour, or choose a monthly retainer with a lower rate. No long-term contracts.
Pricing
Start with what you need.
No long-term contracts. No surprise fees. Pricing is the same in every county we serve.
Occasional
A La Carte
For one-off tasks or seasonal support. No retainer required.
- On-demand availability
- Billed by card at booking
- Any task type
Most Popular
Monthly Retainer
A dedicated block of hours: 10, 20, 30 or 40 per month.
- Same assistant every time
- Priority response within 2 hours
- Unused hours roll over one month
- End anytime with 30 days’ notice
Full Coverage
Executive & Family
Daily, multi-area coordination for households and executives.
- Near full-time availability
- Multiple locations supported
- Weekly reporting sessions
Full details on the pricing page. Last reviewed October 26, 2026.
Research & Reservations questions
Questions, answered.
What does research and reservations help include?
Can you find a restaurant for a special occasion?
How much does research help cost?
Where we work
In person across three counties.
Handled Personal Assistant provides research help in person in Marin, Sonoma and Contra Costa Counties.
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Ready to hand it off?
Book a free 20-minute call. We will learn what you need and match you with a dedicated assistant.
Schedule a Free CallOr call 925-332-4450