The right real estate agent can make all the difference whether buying or selling a home.
Orange Coast has commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) to conduct a survey of all Orange County brokers and agents to determine the top agents in the area. Real estate agents who were chosen as “AllStars” had an annual sales volume in the top 1% of all agents in the county, and we are proud to share them with our readers. Inclusion in the Orange Coast Real Estate All-Stars is based solely upon merit; there is not commercial relationship to the listings and listings cannot be purchased.
These Real Estate All-Stars know their communities they serve better than anyone, and can help you find the home of your dreams.
REAL ESTATE ALL-STAR AGENTS
Aliso Viejo
Dave Castle
DRE # 1836161
Pacific Platinum Properties, Inc
Candice Silver DRE # 2034243
Pacific Platinum Properties, Inc
Balboa Island
Don Abrams
DRE # 1234323
Abrams Coastal Properties
Capistrano Beach
Katrina Crane
DRE # 1942549
Coldwell Banker Realty
Steven Faskowitz
DRE # 1968450
Coldwell Banker Realty
Casey Kirkland
DRE # 2080950
Coldwell Banker Realty
Steve Mino
DRE # 1856243
Coldwell Banker Realty
Corona del Mar Ramzi Ataya DRE # 1265136
Engel & Völkers Newport Beach
Shelley Black DRE # 1435818 Agent Inc.
Chris Blake DRE # 1105863
Engel & Völkers Newport Beach
Renee Burleigh DRE # 2032914 Agent Inc.
Jaime Burlile DRE # 1881345
Agent Inc.
Drew D’Angelo DRE # 1935951 Agent Inc.
Hoda Hajirnia DRE # 1955150 Agent Inc.
Shawn Halan DRE # 1916884 Agent Inc.
Gerald Henberger DRE # 1332379 Agent Inc.
Shayda Hojjatpanah DRE # 1044976 Agent Inc.
Daniel Ji DRE # 1991256 Agent Inc.
Amanda Rose Lassen DRE # 1996006 Agent Inc.
Deborah Linden DRE # 1768219 Agent Inc.
Lindsey Marino DRE # 2055819 Agent Inc.
John McMonigle DRE # 1123869 Agent Inc.
Ivan Moad DRE # 2054588 Agent Inc.
Dusty Mulhearn DRE # 1909037 Agent Inc.
June Radke
DRE # 1169778 Agent Inc.
Deborah Robinson DRE # 1399425 Agent Inc.
Mark D. Simon DRE # 816134
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Mike Taylor DRE # 1224870 Agent Inc.
Cynthia Tomasino DRE # 1786713 Agent Inc.
Pamela Van Heuver DRE # 700230 Agent Inc.
John Veytia DRE # 279282 Agent Inc.
Natasha Wosoughkia DRE # 1849982 Agent Inc.
David Wright DRE # 1828188
Engel & Völkers Newport Beach
Dana Point Will Beardslee DRE # 1907304 Compass
Jesse Brossa DRE # 1753432 Compass
Doug Dunlap DRE # 482174
Surterre Properties
Carolyn Mower DRE # 2056639
Surterre Properties
Mark Nix
DRE # 1181383
Surterre Properties
Briant Patterson DRE # 1351340
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
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MICHELLE Q. LINOVITZ
Coastal Orange County’s Most Trusted Realtor
Possessing the rare and requisite skills to excel in an extremely competitive marketplace, Michelle Q. Linovitz is a force to be reckoned with among coastal Orange County’s highest-producing realtors. Having represented more than $550 million in career sales and current representation of some of the area’s most exceptional property offerings, Michelle is a leader in the new generation of coastal Orange County’s luxury real estate professionals and is widely regarded as a trusted advisor by her industry colleagues and clients alike.
With a particular focus on the exclusive communities of Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, and Costa Mesa, Michelle applies over fifteen years of experience to consistently rank in the top 1% of realtors nationwide with sales achievements that have been recognized by many notable publications.
As a Newport Beach native and current resident of Corona del Mar, Michelle leverages her innate understanding of the area and its complex submarkets to better serve her discerning clientele. She employs a straightforward candorforward approach to benefit her clients by leveraging experience in ground-up projects, investment properties and design. Backed by the award-winning marketing, technology, and brand support at Villa Real Estate in Newport Beach, Michelle continues to set a new high-water mark in the real estate industry. If you are thinking of selling your home, Michelle would love the opportunity to sit down with you and discuss how she can work in concert to support you, your property, and deliver the results you deserve.
MICHELLEQLINOVITZ.COM 949 632 1618 | @MICHELLEQLINOVITZ MLINOVITZ@VILLAREALESTATE.COM | DRE No. 01864077
JUST SOLD BY MICHELLE Q. LINOVITZ 10 FAIR HARBOR, NEWPORT COAST $17,800,000 | Represented Seller Record Sale 26 SEABLUFF, NEWPORT BEACH $5,370,800 | Represented Buyer & Seller Record Sale 2007 SEADRIFT DR, CORONA DEL MAR $5,856,475 | Represented Buyer Off-Market Sale 116 VIA YELLA, NEWPORT BEACH $3,500,000 | Represented Buyer Off-Market Sale 2601 ISLAND VIEW DR, CORONA DEL MAR $4,500,000 | Represented Seller Off-Market Sale 716 IRIS AVE, CORONA DEL MAR $2,500,000 | Represented Buyer & Seller Off-Market Sale 17 PALAZZO, NEWPORT BEACH $4,100,000 | Represented Seller Record Sale 564 SEAWARD RD, CORONA DEL MAR $15,000 Monthly | Represented Landlord 203 8TH ST, NEWPORT BEACH $3,650,000 | Represented Buyer Multiple Offers 91 OLD COURSE DR, CORONA DEL MAR $11,000 Monthly | Represented Tenant
A Newport Beach resident and consummate professional, Susie McKibben represents clients seeking top-notch representation for the sale and purchase of residential properties throughout Orange County.
Susie brings notable business intellect to her practice at Villa Real Estate. Prior to real estate, Susie was a top-producing sales executive in the tech industry for 14 years. With a passion for real estate, she is committed to meeting clients’ needs with impeccable customer service
and high attention to detail. She works strategically, passionately and tirelessly to ensure her clients’ goals are met.
Susie earned a Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from the University of Washington. At Villa, Susie continues to apply her negotiation, sales and marketing aptitude to the maximum benefit of her clients. She lives with her husband, Justin - an Orange County native - and their children in the Eastbluff community.
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21812 KANEOHE LANE | SOLD Huntington
| $2,500,000 | Represented Seller 37 LINDA ISLE | SOLD Newport Beach | $27,000,000 |
Buyer 400
TRUCHA | SOLD Newport
| $2,360,000 | Represented Seller
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MCKIBBEN, TIM CARR GROUP 949 500 5327 | SMCKIBBEN@VILLAREALESTATE.COM MCKIBBENREALESTATE.COM | DRE N o. 01966883
SUSIE
AJ OLSON WHITFIELD
Specializing in Coastal Orange County
AJ Olson Whitfield is a leader in the new generation of coastal Orange County’s high-achieving luxury residential real estate professionals. Since launching her career in 2009, AJ has forged a reputation for incomparable client service, impressive market knowledge, a bestin-class network, and—most importantly—for achieving market-leading results for her clients.
AJ’s affinity for real estate started at a young age. With an extensive family background revolving around real estate sales and development, she grew up having an immersive experience. This immersion has equipped AJ with an instinct for the profession and set her on the path to follow in her grandfather, Forest E. Olson’s, footsteps. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from USC’s Marshall School of Business, she worked alongside two of the highest-selling, most respected agents in Orange County, Evan Corkett and Steve High, at Coldwell Banker Previews International.
As a born-and-raised native of Newport Beach, AJ is especially sought after for her extensive first-hand knowledge of the local real estate market within Newport, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, and Eastside Costa Mesa, where she has completed many successful transactions. Beyond the breadth and depth of her market intelligence and network, AJ is known for her innovative strategies, astute attention to detail, and competitive drive.
With her own practice, backed by the award-winning marketing, technology, and brand support at Villa Real Estate in Newport Beach, AJ continues to serve as the gold standard for service and success. Having represented more
than $150 million in career sales, she is one of the highest producing agents of her generation in Orange County.
In addition to her sales success, AJ has taken on several new construction projects of her own. Now in her fourth new home build, she has built an extensive knowledge of planning, construction, and design. This immersion in all facets of the real estate business gives her a holistic perspective on what possibilities are open to the buyers and sellers she represents.
AJ resides with her husband and their two daughters in Eastside Costa Mesa, where she is active in the community as a member of the Newport Harbor Yacht Club and the Big Canyon Country Club. AJ’s passion for what she does even extends to her “days off” which she spends picking out finishes or sourcing products for her latest project, and it is through this love for what she does that she enjoys every aspect of the real estate business.
AJ OLSON WHITFIELD 949 433 8989 | AWHITFIELD@VILLAREALESTATE.COM AJOLSONWHITFIELD.COM | DRE N o. 01869034
Hailey Potok
Compass
33522 Niguel Rd., Dana Point 714.878.0877 DRE# 02024094 hailey.potok@compass. com ocforeverhomes.com
John Sturdevant
DRE # 1193545
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Brad Trager
DRE # 1439675
Surterre Properties
Johanna Voytish Andren DRE # 988733
Compass
Danielle Wilson DRE # 1387233 Compass
Foothill Ranch
Ashley Harter DRE # 1838550
The Harter Group
Fountain Valley James Melton DRE # 1222353 Victory Mortgage & Real Estate
Fullerton
Adam Brett Freilich DRE # 1499486
Reliance Real Estate Services
Huntington Beach David Biehler DRE # 1030261
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Pamela Etem DRE # 1383837 The OC Real Estate
Steve Hawn DRE # 1897606 Compass
Shelly Hilliard DRE # 1968101 Coldwell Banker Realty
Nick Lombardo DRE # 1982645
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Terry McCarty DRE # 1239625 Coldwell Banker Realty
Linda Stephens DRE # 1292160 Realty One Group West
Chris Taylor DRE # 1474504 Compass
Kevin Via DRE # 2042474 Compass Irvine
Maryam Amiri DRE # 1804754 Redfin Corporation
April Armendariz DRE # 1019917 Redfin Corporation
Hiram Aviles DRE # 916447 Coldwell Banker Realty
Steve Bates DRE # 1769281 Redfin Corporation
Christopher Bistolas DRE # 1838313 Redfin Corporation
Kim Burnside DRE # 1314559 Redfin Corporation
Valerie Byrne DRE # 2086298 Redfin Corporation
Dana Canfield DRE # 1865861 Redfin Corporation
Danielle Cardona DRE # 1390008 Redfin Corporation
Jennifer Castaneda DRE # 1357971
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Regina Chen DRE # 1866664 EXP Realty
Joseph Chow DRE # 2006416
Redfin Corporation
Lisa Chudzicki DRE # 1316590
Coldwell Banker Realty
Hillary Conlin DRE # 1947332
Coldwell Banker Realty
Abby Corpodian Redfin
7535 Irvine Center Dr., Ste. 200, Irvine 949.610.5409 DRE# 01908815 abby.corpodian@redfin. com redfin.com/real-estateagents/abby-corpodian
REBECCA ANDERSON 949.433.1943 randerson@surterreproperties.com DRE#01913892
Rebecca Anderson has been successfully selling residential and luxury real estate in Orange County for over a decade. She offers clients an undeniable dedication to finding them the perfect home in addition to a unique professional background that’s given her a comprehensive edge as a real estate agent in today’s competitive and technological marketplace. A longtime resident of the Port Streets, Rebecca has called Orange County home for the past 25 years. Extremely involved in the community's schools, sports, and charities, she possesses valuable neighborhood expertise and a passion for giving back to her community.
solicitation if your property is currently listed with another broker. Surterre Properties® DRE#01778230
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Rebecca is honest and patient with an excellent network that opens doors to off-market opportunities.
Angela Creech
DRE # 1402249
Redfin Corporation
April De La Cruz
DRE # 1487519
Redfin Corporation
Michelle Fullbright
DRE # 1436467
Redfin Corporation
Kathy Gallagher
DRE # 1962073
Redfin Corporation
Jill Garland
DRE # 1998843
Redfin Corporation
Stuart Gavan
DRE # 1924327
Redfin Corporation
Dave George
DRE # 1316078
Redfin Corporation
Heather Hill DRE # 1874459
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Ginger Huetsch
DRE # 1901143
Redfin Corporation
Susan Karcher
DRE # 1754240
Redfin Corporation
Janice Konkol DRE # 815860
First Team Real Estate
Christoper Lardie DRE # 1929117
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Mary Ann Lawson DRE # 1972514
Redfin Corporation
Chris Lee DRE # 2107257
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Doris Lipscomb DRE # 789985
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Alexander Luu DRE # 1975783
Redfin Corporation
Melinda Maddison DRE # 1974101
Redfin Corporation
Katherine McCandless DRE # 1885996
Redfin Corporation
Vickie Melin
DRE # 1379193
Redfin Corporation
Jerry Mladenik DRE # 982920
Redfin Corporation
Brian Morales DRE # 1441520
Redfin Corporation
David Ossenmacher
DRE # 1117884
Redfin Corporation
Shanin Ostrander DRE # 1233780
Redfin Corporation
Quan Pham DRE # 1966064 Redfin Corporation
Trevor Phelps DRE # 1391582
Redfin Corporation
Steve Polito DRE # 1922272
Redfin Corporation
Marc Raine DRE # 1304884
Redfin Corporation
Kristal Ralston DRE # 2015158
Redfin Corporation
Libbie Rector DRE # 1087763
Redfin Corporation
Curtis Rodriguez DRE # 1716051
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Roya Saberzadeh DRE # 1707932
Redfin Corporation
Nikki Sartipi DRE # 2041361 Redfin Corporation
Min Seo DRE # 1915127 Redfin Corporation
Phil Shinners DRE # 2039058
Redfin Corporation
William Soto DRE # 1328793
Redfin Corporation
LUCIA HONDA
First Team
Compassionate. Driven. Reliable.
Christine Stonger
DRE # 1967035
Redfin Corporation
Erica Tang DRE # 2063872
Redfin Corporation
Linda Tessitore DRE # 1507668
Redfin Corporation
Misty Tracy DRE # 1302056 Redfin Corporation
Julie Tran DRE # 1947778
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Jacky Tu DRE # 2151488
Redfin Corporation
Kristi Wright DRE # 1834110
Redfin Corporation
Ellie Yung DRE # 2035951
Coldwell Banker Realty
Being a top producer and having over a decade of experience in the Orange County Luxury Market, I am committed to my clients, not just during the transaction, but for life. With my background in education, I combine my love for the industry and education by creating lifelong relationships with my clients while providing them top-level services on the buying and selling process. I am with my clients every step of the way. With my expertise on the OC market trends, I have the knowledge and unwavering dedication to help people find the home of their dreams! From beginning to end, it is my goal that my clients receive the top-tier guidance and make the buying and selling process exciting and hassle free.
209 Avenida Del Mar, Suite 104 San Clemente, CA 92672 949.395.4375
LuciaHonda.FirstTeam.com
DRE# 01902556
LUCIA HONDA realtor
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StephanieLowe|DRE01118318 stephanielowegroup.com 949.662.1000 stephanielowegroup Top1.5% AgentsNationallyPer WallStreetJournal $900M+ TransactionVolume OverLast6Years 250+ FamiliesServedin CoastalOC TheTrustedNameinCoastalOrangeCountyRealEstate CompassisarealestatebrokerlicensedbytheStateofCaliforniaandabidesbyEqualHousingOpportunitylaws.LicenseNumber01991628.Allmaterialpresentedhereinisintendedforinformationalpurposesonlyandiscompiledfromsourcesdeemedreliablebuthasnotbeenverifi ed.Changesin price,condition,saleorwithdrawalmaybemadewithoutnotice.Nostatementismadeastoaccuracyofanydescription.Allmeasurementsandsquarefootagesareapproximate.Thisisnotintendedtosolicitpropertyalreadylisted.
Jie Zheng
DRE # 1969518
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Laguna Beach
Chas. Aufhammer
DRE # 708774
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Rick Balzer
DRE # 329607
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Cora Berkery
DRE # 1415774
Coldwell Banker Realty
Shayne Bernstein
DRE # 2082490
Douglas Elliman of California
Judy Blossom DRE # 614494
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Charles Brickell DRE # 1271569
Compass
Kameron Brown DRE # 2021705
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Mary Beth Buckles DRE # 1165545
Coldwell Banker Realty
Brooke Chik DRE # 1990116
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Mark Christy DRE # 776546
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Kendall Clark DRE # 1994281
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Shauna Covington DRE # 991380
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Craig Delahooke DRE # 1942024
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Richard “Trey” Dewey DRE # 1988199
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Terri Flint DRE # 1419439
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Giulietta Fox Wilson DRE # 1180243
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Bryan Gerlach
DRE # 1906646
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Gabriela Haimes
DRE # 1277054
Coldwell Banker Realty
PK (Margery) Jenican DRE # 978582
Coldwell Banker Realty
Kimberly Karney DRE # 2037411
Douglas Elliman of California
Richard Mcintire DRE # 1013350
Surterre Properties
Ann Metzger DRE # 1456027
The Agency
Donna Pfanner DRE # 1501488
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Danielle Purcell DRE # 1063725
Team Laguna
Azita Sadeghi DRE # 1444611 Compass
Marcella Seidensticker DRE # 1987107
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Tony Maniaci Engel & Völkers Laguna Beach, Dana Point
312 Ocean Ave. Laguna Beach 949.558.7878 DRE# 01731183 tonymaniaci@gmail. com tonymaniaci-ca. evrealestate.com
Kelly Perkins DRE # 1932146 Compass
Melissa Sorensen DRE # 2008375
Compass
Victoria Strombom DRE # 886773
Surterre Properties
Kristine Torrance DRE # 1175513
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Therese Trinidad DRE # 904888
Surterre Properties
As the team lead of her eponymous group at Compass in Orange County, Hailey Potok’s dynamism spans real estate, entrepreneurship, family and community. With a background in marketing and sales for Fortune 500 companies, she brings a competitive edge to the industry where she’s developed a loyal clientele with many referrals and repeat clients.
An Orange County native, Hailey is very familiar and knowledgeable of all the local area information and has established relationships in the industry. Hailey graduated from University of Southern California, Deans list. Hailey, and her husband, are the proud parents of four beautiful children.
Hailey is one of OC’s top 1% of Realtors. She has been featured in many editorials such as: Riviera magazine “OC’s Dynamic Women”. The cover of “Real Producers”, Real Estate focused magazine July 2021. Along with being featured several years in a row in Orange Coast Magazine as a “Real Estate All Star”. Most recently top 1000 Tom Ferry “Americas best” Realtors. Hailey and her team, at “The Potok Group”, promise buyers and sellers to attain maximum exposure for their properties, with ease and e ciency. The home buying and selling process has never been easier.
HAILEY POTOK
The Potok Group
33522 Niguel Rd. Dana Point, CA 92629 714-878-0877 // ocforeverhomes.com Hailey.potok@compass.com DRE 02024094
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My husband and I worked with Sharon this past summer purchasing a home and subsequently listed our home for sale. Sharon was a pleasure to work with. We would recommend Sharon as an agent I can’t say enough about Sharon. We asked her about the house we are interested in, she got it for us in the shortest amount of time. Both of us thank Sharon for going out of her way to get it done. This is the 3rd major transaction we do with Sharon in Newport Beach. Sharon helped me with a long term lease. She is honest, trustworthy and always on it! I love the memory of you coming over At 10 pm my first night in the home to fix the garage door! I would always want you on my team!
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Wishing You the Very Best Holiday Season Chairman’s Circle Gold SHARON GRIMES REALTOR® Call your trusted Real Estate Partner
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Eustorgio Villa
DRE # 1377262
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Laguna Niguel
Natalie Boyle
DRE # 1329012
Verso Homes
Kendall Childs
DRE # 1207714
Douglas Elliman of California
Nicole Cinquini
DRE # 1905299
Douglas Elliman of California
Ken Dembowski DRE # 1061678
REMAX SELECT ONE
Mark Elmasry
DRE # 1953918
Douglas Elliman of California
Pam Fecher
DRE # 1037846
First Team Real Estate
Suzanne Goldman
DRE # 1357839
Coldwell Banker Realty
Silvia Leon
DRE # 1319871
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Ivana Rusznak DRE # 1397152
Douglas Elliman of California
Leilani Serrao-Baker DRE # 1908226
Douglas Elliman of California
Dion Stallberg DRE # 1277771
Douglas Elliman of California
Elissa Vaught DRE # 1372033
Douglas Elliman of California
Lisa Weiner DRE # 1941135
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Long Beach Steve Leitner DRE # 1310869 Compass
Mickey Tameifuna
DRE # 1433036
Nationwide Real Estate Executives
Mission Viejo
Scott Arnott
DRE # 1217842 Coldwell Banker Realty
Cathie Berlin DRE # 1159745
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Suzanne Branson DRE # 1401642
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Stephanie Chapin DRE # 1147535
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Davin Emmons DRE # 1419145
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Kenneth Harter DRE # 1925098 The Harter Group
Lucia Honda First Team
209 Avenida Del Mar Ste. 104, San Clemente 949.395.4375 DRE# 01902556
LuciaHonda@firstteam.com LuciaHonda.FirstTeam.com
Linda Huebner DRE # 887400
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Kia Kiakojuri DRE # 2120574
Coldwell Banker Realty Priscilla Lehnhardt DRE # 1967703
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Kathy Manes- Smith DRE # 1871350
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Veronica Potter DRE # 1226011
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Darlene Simmons DRE # 1862144
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Tonianne Southron DRE # 1908708
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Heidi Stoops DRE # 1401728
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Bob Strausheim DRE # 611168
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Lynne Suzanski DRE # 1230012 Coast to Canyon Real Estate
THOMAS C. SANTORO, CFP®
Thomas C. Santoro, Broker, CFP® and Nathan Allen, Broker
Crane Real Estate
Since 1977, Crane Real Estate has provided its clients with the absolute highest quality representation available. Tom Santoro has been at the helm since 1981. Nate Allen also brings his expertise, experience, ethics, education and enthusiasm for a true team approach. Dedication to serving clients and assisting them in achieving their short-medium- and long-term goals are their trademarks.
Here’s what some of their clients said: “Thank you for an extraordinary performance in selling our home. You are a true professional.” M.Z.
“Thank you for all the hard work, time and effort you put into helping us purchase our first home.” A.L.C. and R.C.
“We have definitely achieved our investment goals, thanks to you. Thank you so much for making our retirement years the best times of our life.” R.C.B. and L.B.
1965 E. Chapman Avenue Fullerton, CA 92831 714.457.3436
Tom@CraneRealEstate.com CraneRealEstate.com
DRE# 00794403
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A leader in the new generation of Southern California luxury real estate, Kimia Vakili brings forth a comprehensive approach to world-class service that is unparalleled in the market. Her tenacity, commitment, passion, and pure dedication to her craft has ranked her in the top 1% of all Orange County Agents, receiving prestigious accolades such as company “Hall of Fame” for exceptional sales volume and Orange County Real Estate All-Star recognition. Kimia’s services, marketing tools, and negotiation tactics go beyond the scope of what a typical realtor provides, which has ascended her into the world of luxury. Whether it comes to pricing strategy, staging and remodeling, or in-depth market analysis, Kimia and her team bring a personalized and hands-on approach while achieving her clients maximum sales prices. Representing some of the most sophisticated clientele composed of celebrities, professional athletes, and business moguls, Kimia’s local focus and global reach fused with a powerhouse brokerage with 40+ years of rich history and market dominance delivers the perfect match for her most discerning clients. Graduating with a Business and Entrepreneurship degree from Chapman University, she is a trusted professional and a force to be reckoned with among colleagues, clients, and peers. Kimia possesses the rare and unique attributes to excel in a highly competitive industry, and her foremost objective is to provide her clientele with the best financial outcome, all while creating a smooth, stress-free and positive experience.
21 Columnar St | Ladera Ranch | $5,199,000 $4,195,000 33671 Paseo Eternidad San Juan Capistrano Represented Buyer $3,950,000 19 Columnar St Ladera Ranch Represented Seller & Buyer 949 812 8913 | KIMIAVAKILI.COM | KIMIA@KIMIAVAKILI.COM | DRE No. 02059668 TOP 1% of all Orange County Agents ACHIEVED103% of List Price Compared to the Market Average 1 As reported by Orange Coast Magazine, 2022 Real Estate All Stars. 2 This representation is based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service/ Association of REALTORS®, 01/01/2022 - 11/02/2022 for the city of Ladera Ranch, CA. Display of MLS data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. TheBroker/AgentprovidingtheinformationcontainedhereinmayormaynothavebeentheListingand/orSellingAgent.©FirstTeam®RealEstate.Allrightsreserved.
Rita Tayenaka
DRE # 1805778
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Colleen Trujillo
DRE # 1191529
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
Tim Wolter
DRE # 1384317
HomeSmart Evergreen Realty
Monarch Beach
Hillary Caston
DRE # 1266265
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Lisa Cooper
DRE # 1084345
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Ron Delan
DRE # 1360743
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Sara McCartan
DRE # 1336756
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Connie McKibban
DRE # 461898
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Jennifer Nunnikhoven DRE # 1239377
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Jim Shockey DRE # 380355
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John Yocca DRE # 2080125
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ABBY CORPODIAN
Senior Agent Redfin
With 40 plus years of combined experience in the real estate and lending industry, we are here to help achieve your goals. Working as a team we have successfully helped many families secure their dream home. Call us today and we would be honored to be a part of your team.
As friends and colleagues our relationship became even stronger because of our love of charity and giving back. We get so much pleasure out of helping others and it would be our pleasure to help you.
Newport Beach
Nancy Barfield DRE # 1085438
Villa Real Estate
Melissa Barnes DRE # 1249422
Villa Real Estate
Ronnie Beauchamp Cancellieri DRE # 1823391
Surterre Properties
Rebecca Anderson Surterre Properties
1400 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 100, Newport Beach 949.433.1943
DRE# 01913892 randerson@ surterreproperties.com rebeccaandersonre.com
Anne Marie Ashley DRE # 1402474
Villa Real Estate
Brad Bankenbush
DRE # 2006270
Douglas Elliman of California
Debi Bibb DRE # 602463
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
Kim Bibb
DRE # 1210754
Villa Real Estate
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Tim Smith Group, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury
Angela Caliger DRE # 1985549
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Michael Carpenter DRE # 1221473
Compass Ken Carr DRE # 1384935
Villa Real Estate
Tim Carr DRE # 1017277
Villa Real Estate
Robin Chesnie DRE # 1293218
Villa Real Estate
Abby Corpodian Redfin
7535 Irvine Center Drive, Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92618 949.610.5409 abby.corpodian@redfin.com
DRE# 01908815
Vance Long United American Mortgage Corporation
3198-F Airport Loop Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Direct 714.420.1997 Office 949.250.1300
BRE License# 01889503 | NMLS ID # 338462
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VANCE LONG
Senior Loan Officer United American Mortgage Corporation
PAULA ARAGONE
CEO/Founder
Aragone
& Associates
Paula brings two decades of real estate experience combined with a high level of negotiating skills, marketing innovation, integrity and passion to each transaction. Aragone has a reputation for being a trusted advisor to her extensive clientele and specializes in coastal communities from San Clemente to Huntington Beach and inland to Yorba Linda.
Paula’s unparalleled expertise in renovating and remodeling properties, along with her proven marketing strategies have made her an elite member of First Team Real Estate.
Aragone & Associates has received numerous industry awards and is ranked in the top 1% of agents nationwide. Our proven track record has resulted in over 800+ successfully closed transactions and over $600+ million in total sales volume
Aragone & Associates has a built a Division specifically focused on Probates & Trusts as well as an Investment Division. We collaborate with Estate Planning Attorneys, Financial Planners, CPAs, Corporate Trustees, Fiduciaries, and Conservators on the selling or acquisitions of the real estate assets.
Aragone & Associates’ mission is to redefine the real estate experience by providing luxury customer service, incredible market knowledge, and extraordinary results.
Paula attended 4 years of Law School in her native country, which has been proven to be an edge in Real Estate contracts. She believes in ensuring the highest standards of ethic and practice are maintained at all times. Paula’s extensive experience with complex transactions, her strong law background and unique skill set is especially appreciated by high - net - worth clients with equally high expectations and standards.
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DRE # 1758057
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Kevin Kanda DRE # 1023714
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Andrew Karigan DRE # 1427661
Douglas Elliman of California
Lynne Karpa DRE # 1130741
Compass
Chris Kwon Compass
341 Bayside Dr. Newport Beach 949.427.1101 DRE# 01918857 chris@kwonhomegroup .com kwonhomegroup.com
Lara Langford DRE # 1856638
Surterre Properties
Genille Lauren DRE # 1261335 Surterre Properties
Sharon Grimes
Berkshire Hathaway CA. Properties
3301 East Coast Hwy Corona Del Mar 949.466.5756 DRE# 01149249 sharongrimes1@gmail. com SharonGrimes.com
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Villa Real Estate
Spyro Kemble Surterre Properties
1400 Newport Center Dr. Ste. 100, Newport Beach 949.689.8377 DRE# 01012126 Spyro@ surterreproperties.com SpyroKemble.com
Michael Kennedy DRE # 1378430
Villa Real Estate
Melanie Kermode DRE # 1188137
Villa Real Estate
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Vicki Lee DRE # 664250 Compass
Breanna Lepante DRE # 1919560
Douglas Elliman of California
Michelle Q. Linovitz Villa Real Estate
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Gary Macrides
DRE # 1267654
Surterre Properties
Olga Matthews DRE # 483564
Villa Real Estate
Brenda McCroskey DRE # 1869273 Compass
Ayumi Lewis Coldwell Banker Realty
840 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 100, Newport Beach 949.698.8698 DRE# 01929147 ayumi@ayumirealestate. com ayumirealestate.com
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Surterre Properties
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Patrick Loyd Group
Devin Lucas DRE # 1912302
Villa Real Estate
Susie McKibben Villa Real Estate
450 Newport Center Dr., Ste. 100, Newport Beach 949.500.5327 DRE# 01966883 smckibben@ villarealestate.com mckibbenrealestate. com
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DRE # 1883305
Villa Real Estate
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Villa Real Estate
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Douglas Elliman of California
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DRE # 1464204
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DRE # 883491
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Douglas Elliman of California
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Villa Real Estate
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Compass Jay Viloria DRE # 1037496
Villa Real Estate
Christian Walsh DRE # 1804983
Coldwell Banker Realty
Kimia Vakili
First Team / Christie’s International Real Estate
4 Corporate Plaza Dr. Ste. 100, Newport Beach 949.812.8913 DRE# 02059668 kimia@kimiavakili.com kimiavakili.com
Mary Ellen Weglarz
DRE # 976277
Villa Real Estate
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Keller Williams RealtyN. Tustin
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DRE # 1078872
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Santa Ana
Christl Orr DRE # 2040257
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Anna Zhu DRE # 1954453
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Yorba Linda Amy Alvarez DRE # 1216079
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Albert has been in the real estate industry for over 16 years. Committed to achieving his client’s goals, he takes an educational approach to assuring their success. “I tell clients that I work for them- they’re the boss”, say Albert. “My job isn’t to sell them on a house. My job is to provide all options available in the marketplace, and explain the pros and cons of each so they can make a decision that’s in their family’s best interest”.
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Dana Point
Arlen Raubach Group Compass DRE # 1890023
Beach to Ranch Associates Compass DRE # 2035570
Bree Hughes Team Compass DRE # 1440050
Immel Team Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1862270
McDaniel Gilmore Group Compass DRE # 1755713
Tate LaMott Group Compass DRE # 1871507
The Forum Group Compass DRE # 2043345
The Lynch Group The Lynch Group, LLC DRE # 1982385
The Lynch Group Compass DRE # 1314572
Ulnick Group Compass DRE # 1232092
Seacliff Team Coldwell Banker DRE # 1416035
Stanfield Real Estate Group
Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1024996
The Grange Group Compass DRE # 1343165
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The Wollner Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1889264 Irvine
Avant Team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1319910
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Mike Johnson Group Compass DRE # 1429647
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The Garman Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 2072224
The Penny Pattillo Team Compass DRE # 2071837
Todd Davis Compass DRE # 1969131
Wall Realty Group Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1840729
Winston West Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1809833
Albert Soto
Soto & Company Team
First Team Real Estate
8028 E. Santa Ana
Canyon Dr., Anaheim 714.913.7428 DRE# 01478858 albert@albertsoto.com albertsoto.firstteam.com
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Robyn Robinson Compass DRE # 849269
Susan Chase Group Compass DRE # 1955051
Serving all your Real Estate needs in Orange County 714.457.3436 DRE# 00794403 Tom@CraneRealEstate.com CraneRealEstate.com
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Carl Capitano Team Compass DRE # 1078792
MacLeod Real Estate Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 934704
Nolasco and Berta Group Compass DRE # 1279850
Ransom House Compass DRE # 1910700
The Gamboa Team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 999273
Laguna Beach Ardery + Associates Compass DRE # 576041
Chris Tebbutt Compass DRE # 1993864
Diane Cannon Compass DRE # 1090918
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Gary Boisen Compass DRE # 1332242
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The Ora Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1210081
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Fullerton
Thomas C. Santoro, Broker, CFP® Crane Real Estate
SPYRO KEMBLE
Surterre Properties®
Success … I define it as living your best life under your terms. I am doing just that. At a young age of 65, I am doing what I love to do — “deals” — and spending a great deal of time in my two “happy places,” Greece and Hawaii.
After a long and successful career approaching 33 years and $1 billion in sales, I still enjoy helping my clients create wealth in the real estate market, but more importantly finding their dream house.
There are 61,722 realtors in Orange County, and I am honored to be associated with the 1% known as AllStars.
I would be remiss if I didn’t give a shoutout to Surterre Properties. For the past 16 years Surterre and their
rockstar staff have played an integral part in my success. The support I and all other great agents have received is the reason why we find many Surterre agents on this list.
I must also confess that my assistant/ closer, “Habibi,” gets a great deal of credit for our success for the last five years that I have been on this distinguished list. How do you say no to that face when the final counter goes out?
My love of helping people combined with the art of making a deal made real estate a natural fit. A 33-year industry vet, I am consistently ranked in the top 1% of realtors in Orange County. I also served as president of the Newport Beach Association of Realtors, written a book titled “Reality Check: Lessons Learned, Candor & Consequence,” and starred in the Bravo reality show “Real
Estate Wars.” Today, I still enjoy helping people find their dream homes and create memories.
I give back to the community by supporting The W.I.N. Foundation, an organization founded 26 years ago by my wife, Dr. Tracy Kemble, that helps women recovering from abuse.
My success builds on the strategy of making choices today to create your tomorrow. At 65, I’m living my best life. I love what I do and, God willing, I’ll be doing it for many years to come.
Surterre Properties®
1400 Newport Center Drive, Suite 100 Newport Beach, CA 92660 949.689.8377 SpyroKemble.com
DRE# 01012126
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Bradshaw Residential Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1304396
Bratter | Lombardi Compass DRE # 1322610
Brenda McCroskey Team Compass DRE # 1869273
Brian Liberto eXp Realty DRE # 1473233
Bryan Van Zee Compass DRE # 2017702
Cain Group Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1467294
Carol Lee Group Compass DRE # 1402855
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Chris Valli & Associates Surterre Properties DRE # 00604151
Dan Choi Real Estate Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1792771
Dee Shiohama Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1720465
eHomes OC eHomes DRE # 1854412
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Glara and Veronica Lee Group Compass DRE # 1938180
Hammond Moreno Associates Surterre Properties DRE # #01503663
Harold Noriega Group Compass DRE # 1494239
Jen Gong Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1891691
Jennifer Palmquist Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1243459
Jody Chapman Compass DRE # 1338862
Jojo Romeo & Associates Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1878195
Jorge Portillo Compass DRE # 1917847
Justin Gin & Joseph Murnik Compass DRE # 2004882
Kacey Taormina Compass DRE # 1920673
Denine Kerns
The Kerns Group
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Kina De Santis Group Compass DRE # 2100629
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Legrand Ballantyne Group Surterre Properties DRE # 01950213
Leo Goldschwartz Compass DRE # 1704591
Liz Hansche Team Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1358416
Machoskie & Associates Compass DRE # 1380037
Marcus Gualter Coldwell Banker DRE # 1079157
Marcus Skenderian Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1115339
Mark Todd & Associates Compass DRE # 1168021
Mason | Taylor Associates Compass DRE # 1709074
Maura Short Real Estate Group Compass DRE # 1883774
McKown | Weinstein | Associates Compass DRE # 1275953
Megan Varga Group Compass DRE # 1991628
Michael Shank Group Compass DRE # 1876840
Nicolai Glazer Real Estate Group Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty DRE # 1857997
Patrick Loyd Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1270696
Private Client Group OC Compass DRE # 1752859
Robertson & Foster Group Compass DRE # 1413500
Rod Daley Coldwell Banker DRE # 456990
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Snyder Team Surterre Properties DRE # 01844195
Spitzer Roche Team Compass DRE # 1888755
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Kim Walker, Mollie Butcher & Jenna Downes Compass DRE # 1480826
Kimberlee Drake Group Compass DRE # 1068050
Monica Carr Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1372175
Natalie-Raney Real Estate Raney (Bibb|Raney) Villa Real Estate DRE # 1770822
341 Bayside Dr. Newport Beach 949.662.1000 DRE# 01118318 stephanie.lowe@ compass.com stephanielowegroup.com
Stowell & Associates Surterre Properties DRE # 01397481
Swardstrom Group Coldwell Banker DRE # 1907305
Tahmasebi Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties DRE # 1976507
126 Orange Coast • December 2022 REAL ESTATE ALL-STARS SPONSORED CONTENT
Stephanie Lowe Stephanie Lowe Group Compass
“Chris Kwon’s experience, coupled with the marketing reach with Compass, exceeded our expectations. Chris managed the Compass Concierge service which fronted the costs of services that increased the value of our home including new flooring, cosmetic repairs, painting and staging - there was no payment collected until the sale funded. Our home looked better after the Compass Concierge services than when we bought it new! Chris Kwon was instrumental in guiding us through the roller-coaster experience of selling during the turbulent impact of rising inflation, rising interest rates and international war impacting the market. He is simply the best. You will not go wrong placing your trust in his care.” – A. Rhodes
As a former professional golfer, I learned my share of lessons on the links, the most important of which was to move forward, no matter how difficult the obstacle. Today, as an Orange County, California native, I constantly apply the lessons to my real estate dealings and it’s paying off. Now in my 10th year as a real estate professional, I’ve had the opportunity to help hundreds of families achieve their goals, deliver a 5 star experience and most importantly, deliver results. I’m motivated by providing for my family, being a role model for my children and living the best possible life that we can live.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CHRIS KWON
REAL
OC ALL STAR
ESTATE AGENT
2021 REAL TRENDS AMERICA’S BEST REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS 2022 REAL TRENDS AMERICA’S BEST REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS OC MAGAZINE REAL ESTATE ALL STAR 2020 OC MAGAZINE REAL ESTATE ALL STAR 2021 OC MAGAZINE REAL ESTATE ALL STAR 2022 Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate. 2150 ASHINGTON DRIVE Sold for $2,250,000 6102 GREENBRIER DRIVE Sold for $1,850,000 7 BAYLEAF LANE Sold for $2,650,000 3651 LOWRY ROAD Sold for $2,763,250 6112 GREENBRIER DRIVE Sold for $2,250,000 NOTABLE SALES CHRIS KWON 949.427.1101 chris@kwonhomegroup.com kwonhomegroup.com DRE 01918857
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Greg Elliott GEM Mortgage NLMS ID # 842503
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Aragone & Associates
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John Soricelli J & J Coastal Lending NLMS ID # 235274
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financial picture is complex, with lots of moving parts. When you’re ready to buy, invest in, or refinance a property, you often need to act swiftly on opportunities that make sense for your overall financial goals. That’s when the advantages of working with a private mortgage banker really count.
We can help your clients with loan amounts up to $5 million
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Most banks only offer loans up to $2 million. Union Bank® offers loans up to $5 million.
The Union Bank advantage
As a major originator of jumbo loans, we offer higher loan amounts with competitive rates and loan options. And since we’re a portfolio lender, your clients can expect exceptional personal service for the life of the loan. Get personalized advice from one of our experienced Mortgage Consultants.
Jered Barger
Regional Sales Manager
San Diego & Orange County NMLS ID #448544 619-847-5080 jered.barger@unionbank.com
Steve Silvestri
Private Mortgage Consultant
Irvine / Mission Viejo NMLS ID #419052
714-476-3000 steve.silvestri@unionbank.com
Bill Kelso
Private Mortgage Consultant
Laguna Beach / Newport Beach NMLS ID #325251 949-929-8186 bill.kelso@unionbank.com
Mary Vachon
Private Mortgage Consultant
Newport Beach
NMLS ID #322288 949-244-5890 mary.vachon@unionbank.com
Nate Lindsey
Private Mortgage Consultant
Newport / Huntington Beach NMLS ID #665133 714-394-0506 nathan.lindsey@unionbank.com
Richard Weintraub
Private Mortgage Consultant Palm Desert NMLS ID #294068 760-447-5000 richard.weintraub@unionbank.com
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1 Minimum credit score and reserve requirements apply and may impact the amount that can be borrowed and the interest rate/APR for which your client is eligible. Consult your Union Bank Mortgage Consultant for details.
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