
Barbie Detmer, REALTOR, SFR(805) 886-2233
barbiedetmer@gmail.com
As a business owner and real estate agent, Barbie provides excellence in negotiations and is effective in getting home owners the best price for their property. She is persistent and diligent in giving "world class service" in order to obtain top notch results for her clients.
Has buying or selling a home or income property changed in the last few years? Absolutely! Barbie promises what hasn't changed is her tenacity in assisting clients achieve great results.
Dani Burckhardt, REALTOR, CRS, SRES(805) 637-8558
dani@dani4homes.com
Experience, knowledge and communication are critical in helping my clients with their real estate needs. I have 30 years of local real estate experience and knowledge about the history of our community.
Buying or selling a property can be a stressful process. My goal is to make your experience as painless as possible and hopefully, have some fun along the way. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Internet marketing is my specialty. My community involvements have included mentoring students and donating to Children’s Miracle Network. I believe giving back is important. I look forward to giving you the service you deserve.
Visit Dani at: www.Dani4homes.com
David Heimbach, REALTORDell (805) 680-8592
Direct (805)-275-1933
Fax (805) 275-2313
david@santabarbarahomesforsale.us
As a business owner, David understands the fluid nature of negotiations and has the "people" skills to get the results you want. David knows that your property sale or purchase may represent the most significant investment for you and he will give you the greatest care and utmost attention to every detail for your peace of mind.
When acquiring property, David has the keen ability to match your lifestyle and your goals with your ideal property.
When selling property, David knows that most buyers begin their search on the Internet and he knows how to reach buyers who are ready, willing and qualified to buy your property!
David is your "Go To REALTOR" for world-class service!
Visit David at: www.SantaBarbaraHomesForSale.us
Diana L. Bull, REALTOR, Broker AssociateCRB, GRI, CLHMS, IRES, SRES Hall of Fame
(805) 689-2855
dianabull@earthlink.net
Diana is described by her colleagues as a "role model REALTOR" who is extremely knowledgeable, highly energetic, a good listener, excellent communicator, and super dedicated to our real estate profession.
Member of NAR's Hall of Fame, Diana served as President of the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS in 1982 and was Santa Barbara's REALTOR of the YEAR in 1986. For the California Association of REALTORS, Diana served as its first female Treasurer in 1996 & l997 and CAR's President in 1999. She was named 1999 California REALTOR of the YEAR.
Dedicated to our Santa Barbara community, Diana was the "Business Leader/Mentor of the Year for 2007" for the Santa Barbara Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and acknowledged in 2008 as one of the "Top 50 Women in Business" by the Pacific Coast Business Times. Diana is named in "Who's Who of American Women." Diana’s motto is 110% Service!
Visit Diana at: www.dianabull.com
Gail Heimbach, REALTOR, GHS(805) 680-8844
gail@santabarbarahomesforsale.us
Gail was born and raised in Southern California and has been a resident of Santa Barbara for nearly 10 years. Thrilled to be a part of this beautiful community, her mantra is, "There’s no place like Santa Barbara."
Gail has been a Real Estate agent for over two decades with experience in leasing both residential and commercial properties. A reliable, detail oriented and well organized planner, Gail’s skills in advertising, negotiation and tenant relations has resulted in her ability to successfully match tenants and clients. Gail has a tireless work ethic, keen sense of professionalism and an intimate and comprehensive knowledge of the local market. She brings top-notch skills combined with extraordinary composure to all her transactions. Gail says, "I treat people the way I wish to be treated. I listen to their desires and needs, respect the fact that leasing their property is important and, at times challenging.”
Gail is a California Notary Public and is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners.
Visit Gail at: www.SantaBarbaraHomesForSale.us
Jan Finley, REALTOR, CIAS, CDPE, CHS(805) 698-7549
janfinleyre@gmail.com
Energetic, bright and results-driven, Jan is known for consistently delivering value and results to her clients. She offers highly consultative, customized commercial and residential real estate solutions and local market expertise. She has been involved in the sale of over 3,600 units, has successfully negotiated the sale of equity, short, and bank owned single family properties, and has experience working with a top commercial real estate firm in Santa Barbara. Recognizing the growing need to help clients in distress, Jan has become a CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) which better enables her to be the expert of choice for distressed property owners in Santa Barbara County whether it be a Residential Income Property or Single Family Home/Ranch. She also recently was awarded the CIAS (Certified Investment Analysis Specialist) & CHS (Certified HAFA Specialist) designations.
A current resident of the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, Jan has lived in Santa Barbara for over 40 years. She is an American Cancer Society (ACS) Volunteer, serving in various capacities since 1999, and most recently was an entertainment chair for Great Gatsby West, a West Coast Gala at the Santa Barbara Polo & Raquet Club.
Visit Jan at: www.janfinley.com
Jordan Robinson, REALTOR(805) 451-3222
jordanrobinson78@gmail.com
Jordan Robinson has been a Santa Barbara resident since 1999. Before becoming a REALTOR he often toured the city to get a feel for Santa Barbara real estate, and has come to know and love the city and the qualities that make each neighborhood unique. With this well-developed knowledge, he is able to guide buyers to the perfect fit. As a business professional in the loan, tax, and insurance industries, he has dedicated his craft to "always working for my client’s best interest." Through diligence, honesty, and hard work, he makes sure his clients always know they are being taken care of to the best of his ability and through the company he represents. He welcomes you to feel free to contact him to begin your real estate process.
Michael Humphrey, REALTOR, Broker, CRB(805) 570-3333
michael@michaelhumphrey.com
Michael Humphrey is an active California real estate Broker and the co-owner of Sterling Properties & Estates. He is actively representing clients in Montecito, Santa Barbara and Hope Ranch in the purchase and sale of luxury estates, oceanfront dream homes and equestrian ranches. Michael has a strong background in real estate law, contract law and strategic marketing. Michael started his real estate sales career in 1996 and was Rookie of the Year, selling an unprecedented 23 properties his first year.
His second year he went from ranking 2500 in the company to number 13 and from 101 to number 3 in his marketplace, selling 34 properties that year. Michael continues to demonstrate his sales and leadership skills by leading by example. Michael is available to Sterling Associates seeking coaching for their own real estate success and recently coached the Rookie of the Year in San Diego.
Michael’s philosophy is simple and one that has become part of the Sterling Properties Core Value Statement. "Provide superior service, exceed customer expectations and have high ethical standards. Be fair, honest and respectful in dealings with clients and other agents. Be innovative in marketing, technology and sales strategy."
Miguel Avila, REALTOR, ABR, IRES, SFR(805) 896-0581
miguelavila@earthlink.net
Born and raised in Mexico, Miguel came to Santa Barbara at the age of 16 and has been actively involved in our community ever since. In 1993, Miguel founded the Santa Barbara Hispanic Business Council for the Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce and served as its first President. His vision was to help the Hispanic business community succeed and was received with overwhelming community support.
Miguel was instrumental in founding the Santa Barbara Mariachi Festival, the Board for Leadership in Santa Barbara, and was named the "Distinguished Leader" for his leadership. Miguel has served as a Director for Old Spanish Days and as a Board member for the Westside Boys and Girls Club for many years. Currently, Miguel is on the Board for the Puerto Vallarta, Santa Barbara Sister Cities Committee. He also supports at least ten more non-profit organizations in our community!
Miguel began selling real estate in 2005 and received the coveted "Rookie of the Year" award. Miguel receives numerous real estate referrals and testimonial letters of gratitude from many of his satisfied clients.
Visit Miguel at: www.miguelavila.net
Nick Vail, REALTOR(805) 455-7560
vail@cox.net
Nick has lived and worked in the Santa Barbara area for 25 years, sharing with his wife and daughter a great appreciation for the area's lifestyle, unique climate, and most of all — its people. His many years of experience as a small business owner and salesman have shaped his simple approach to serving clients: 1) listen to their needs, and 2) provide them with the best possible information so they can make the most informed decisions.
Buying or selling in the Santa Barbara area? Nick will be happy to get you accurate information and help make your transaction pleasant and worry free.
Pamela Cooper, REALTORCell (805) 452-8772
Cooper4440@gmail.com
Pamela Cooper has been a REALTOR since 1989, working in Northern and Southern California markets.
Her experience includes new home sales, working with Lennar and other larger worldwide builders, as well as residential and commercial properties.
During her 22 years of real estate experience Pamela has been a project manager on multimillion dollar home site developments in Squaw Valley, Tahoe City, Carlsbad, and downtown San Diego. Her qualifications include acquisition of land, extensive knowledge of the permit process, interior design, lead sales manager while maintaining the highest scores possible in the JD Powers surveys and exceeding the targeted goals for monthly sales and customer satisfaction.
Her grandfather first came to Santa Barbara in 1952. She is happy to have been back for four years and continues to serve her community with the integrity she has shown throughout her career.
Staci Caplan, REALTOR, Broker, GREEN, MA(805) 886-3970
stacicaplan@gmail.com
Staci is a California Real Estate Broker and co-owner of Sterling Properties & Estates. She was born and raised in Santa Barbara and her passion for this special region translates into successful real estate transactions and thrilled clients. Staci's clients enjoy her direct style of communication and quick response time, and appreciate her contractual knowledge and negotiating skills. She makes sure her clients understand the process of buying or selling in today’s market, whether they are first-time buyers or they have had previous experience with real estate transactions.
As a real estate professional, Staci has her finger on the pulse of the market, and is passionate about participation in our real estate industry. Staci currently serves at the California Association of REALTORS as a member of the Executive Committee, and has served in the past as an Issues Chair for Private Property Rights on the Land Use and Environmental Committee, as well as being a member of the Legislative Committee and the Public Policy Forum.
You can trust that when you work with Staci, you will be given exceptional service and expertise.
Sylvia Arzate-Elenes, REALTOR, GRI(805) 844-0780
sylvia.elenes@gmail.com
As a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), Sylvia’s focus has been to provide professional and ethical service to all her clients. She believes her education and experience in negotiation and project management enable her to successfully navigate the challenges of a changing market. Sylvia’s prior experience in the construction industry gave her the additional knowledge required to assist clients who are interested in investment properties, as well as the skills to work efficiently within timelines and budgets.
Sylvia currently serves as an elected parent member of the Student Advisory Committee for University Preparation Elementary and Middle Charter Schools at California State University, Channel Islands. She is also an active member of the Elementary Charter School’s Art Club, which raises funds to develop a variety of creative and cultural programs for students.
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