November 7th, 2014 at 12:00 pm
To help make the holidays brighter for needy families throughout their community, the Orange County chapter of The Charitable Foundation of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties will hold a benefit on their behalf Nov. 13.
Ladies Night Out takes place from 5 to 8 p.m. at Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano. The event will bring together agents, staff and clients for an evening of fun, food, drinks, and music to raise money for various Orange County charities.
A portion of the evening’s donations will benefit the Children’s Bureau of Orange County. Toys for children from birth to 16 years will be collected for a “Toy Shop’” drive, where gifts will be distributed to needy families. Parents will be able to “shop” for toys for their children to receive on Christmas morning.
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November 5th, 2014 at 4:00 pm
The La Jolla office of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties was a spooky-safe place for kids to trick-or-treat on Halloween day during the annual Pillage the Village event sponsored by local Realtors, merchants and Kiwanis. Left to right are Candi DeMoura, Nick Marcellino, Teresa Schumacher, Jaxen Schumacher, Sarah Robinson and Mark Coleman.
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Nun – Candi DeMoura
Witch – Nicki Marcellino (Regional Vice President and La Jolla Branch Manager )
Dia de los Muertos Woman – Teresa Schumacher
Ninja – Jaxen Schumacher
Dia de los Muertos Woman – Sarah Robinson
Dia de los Muertos Man – Mark Coleman
November 5th, 2014 at 2:00 pm
The decision to rappel down San Diego’s tallest waterfront hotel might not be an easy one for some people, but Berkshire Hathaway California Properties real estate agent Carlos Gutierrez sees it as an excellent way to raise awareness for the fight against brain cancer. With his participation in Over the Edge, an event featuring 82 volunteers venturing down the Grand Hyatt San Diego, Gutierrez personally helped raise $4,700 for the Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure organization, making a strong contribution to the event total of $200,000.
The event was completely sold out and featured a number of local celebrities, such as Hannah and Susie Nancarrow, family of Loren Nancarrow, Maria Parker, a record setting long-distance cyclist, and Monika Carlson, a brain tumor survivor. Spectators gathered by the pool at the Grand Hyatt for high-energy entertainment, food, and fitness opportunities.
“This was an incredibly memorable experience and a great chance to support the fight against brain cancer,” said Gutierrez.
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November 4th, 2014 at 2:00 pm
“I am hoping this will bring laughter and joy where it’s needed most,” said Lisa Straza when asked about her Santa Toy Box, a toy drive that is slated to run from November 24 through December 15. Straza is partnering with several local businesses to coordinate the drive, which will benefit St. Germaine Children’s Charity.
Unopened toys can be dropped off at Margaret’s Cleaners and Carmel Valley Pharmacy, as well as Anthony’s Luggage and Shoe Repair. “I would like to extend a heartfelt note of gratitude to the local businesses that have chosen to partner with me,” commented Straza. “I can’t imagine a group of people more deserving of our kindness and generosity than abused children.”
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November 3rd, 2014 at 2:00 pm
Fall is finally here and so are our new Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties agents. Join us in welcoming our newest recruits to the team.
Chris Cumming – An Orange County native and resident, Chris has joined the Newport Beach office as a sales associate. He is described by his clients and associates as trustworthy, resourceful and reliable. His goal is to “lead with integrity and make business with my clients enjoyable and fun.”
“I am great at building relationships and like the idea of helping families find the perfect home they are looking for,” Chris said.
Bryan Garza – A new sales associate with the Napoli Whitney Group, “Bryan is a native and lifelong resident of Villa Park, so his knowledge of the region is a tremendous asset to his clients and his team. As a new agent, he is already making great contributions to the office,” said James Cameron, manager of the Irvine office.
Bryan, who received an A.A. degree from Orange Coast College and a B.A. degree from Concordia University, previously worked in sales and social media marketing. “My past experiences were great because I got to interact with others and create many relationships,” he said. “I make it a priority to exceed my clients’ expectations by offering the best service possible.”
Oscar Ortega – As a new-home sales veteran, Oscar has brought his skills to the Rancho Santa Fe Del Rayo office. “My mission is to inspire, enrich and serve people as a professional, to share joy with family and friends, and to live life to the fullest every day,” he said.
Tania Klein – Tania has joined the Calabasas office. “Tania is an educated professional with a strong skill set in the areas of marketing, contract negotiation, sales and customer service,” said Kathy King, regional vice president. “Her extensive local knowledge and focus on exceeding the expectations of her clients make her an asset to our office and our company.”
Prior to real estate, Tania was a designer and sales associate for several home-organization companies, an experience that enables her to provide her sellers with useful guidance in maximizing their home’s aesthetics.
New Agents
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