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December 16th, 2015 at 10:00 am

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From left, Marti Gellens, event host Mary Murphy, and Maxine Gellens.

A life-changing decision

When luxury real estate specialist Maxine Gellens decided to compete in the first San Diego Dancing with the Stars fundraiser in 2013, she had no idea it would literally change her life. In just a few short months, Maxine, an agent with our La Jolla Arcade office, went from dance novice to serious competitor with a passion for her newfound sport.

But Maxine’s dance moves haven’t only impacted her. They also benefited the San Diego Family Justice Center Foundation’s efforts to support victims of domestic violence, child abuse, stalking, and sexual assault; and increase awareness of the San Diego Police Historical Association’s museum on College Avenue.

Along with her daughter and business partner, Marti Gellens, Maxine helped organize this year’s event, and took to the dance floor at the Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines on Dec. 5 to raise funds on behalf of the two beneficiaries.
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December 15th, 2015 at 10:54 am


Welcome to The Agent Edge: Episode 3! Today’s guest is Jo Ann Mermis from our Montecito office. Jo Ann is a top-producing agent who was first licensed in 1985 and has over 30 years’ experience in the real estate field.

In today’s show you’ll hear from Jo Ann how a girl from Kansas moved to Santa Barbara and transitioned from stay-at-home mom to real estate titan. She delves into both her personal story and just how valuable her network was to her early real estate days and her career today.
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December 14th, 2015 at 10:00 am

Turkey trot

Participants in the third annual Banc of California Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot representing the Pacific Palisades office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, from left, are REALTOR® – Sales Associates Jane Fujinaka, Teresa Akerblom, Sue Kohl, Regional Vice President/Branch Manager John Closson, and Brett Duffy.

Five community-minded real estate professionals were among the 1,200 individuals who ran through the streets of Pacific Palisades on Thanksgiving Day to raise funds and awareness to assist people who might not be able to do so themselves.

The participants from our Pacific Palisades office showed their gratitude and support by taking part in the third annual Banc of California Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot, a 5K/10K charity event. Proceeds from the race benefit the Hearts With Hope Foundation and the Los Angeles Food Bank.
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November 13th, 2015 at 11:21 am

Orange County

If you were at Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano on Nov. 5,  you would have found over 100 ladies enjoying an evening of fine wine, live piano music, and much more. The occasion? Yet another successful event hosted by the Orange County chapter of The Charitable Foundation.

“The Third Annual Ladies Night Out was a huge success!” – Chris Perko, Orange County Chapter Board Chair, The Charitable Foundation

Attendees spent the evening in the company of other local women, who came together for a fun and meaningful experience. In addition to the Italian buffet, MAC makeup demonstrations, jewelry vendors Sky Diamonds and Stella and Dot, silent auction, and lively raffle, the ladies all had a part in raising $12,000 for local nonprofits and charities.
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November 5th, 2015 at 3:59 pm

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