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At Kato Group we believe in providing a creative work environment that supports freedom and autonomy in turn, it helps each team member work in our client’s best interest. As a learning-based, innovative company, who refuses to become complacent with mediocrity, we continually invest in our teams’ education, technology and tools to stay ahead of trends and our competition. We believe as long as we take care of each other and support one another, together we achieve more. As a result, each member of our team is an expert in his or her field and delivers unparalleled customer service to our clients. Our office is open, modern, creative and fun. VISION - We have a fiduciary responsibility to our clients to provide the highest value possible when buying or selling their most valuable asset. MISSION - Our business is a negotiating and marketing firm. CULTURE - To be an industry leader and a reputable business that focuses on culture within the team. Doing so will translate into a five star experience that our clients can come to expect and deserve, and will inspire them to refer us to their friends and family without hesitation. Some say that customer service is faltering in our industry. Our team wants to change that opinion, every chance we get. A brand that has vision, culture, innovation, ethics, leadership, and high profitability.

"Scott provided confidence and assurance through what I believed to be one of the most important tran..."

Our priority is our clients best interests. Period! Ranked as the #1 Century 21 Team for Whittier, Norwalk and all surrounding areas, it can only say one thing... with us you're in great hands. Hiring my Team and I to represent you in the sale or purchase of your home, you are obtaining a professional, and aggressive team that will stand by you, and guide you every step of the way. It's about you and your family, not us. Our business thrives on referrals and repeat clientele and with every new client we obtain, our mission is to add you to the happy list of clients we have represented and befriended through the years. We offer a FREE Seller and Buyer consultation to help you determine if selling or buying is the right decision for you at the moment. We are here to help!

"Very helpful and professional "

Mercedes De La Cruz is a young upcoming professional who attained her salesperson license in 2004 at age 21 and a broker license in 2007 at age 24. She attended the Montebello Unified school district system and was able to obtain an Associate degree in business administration with an emphasis in real estate from Cerritos college while working as a real estate profesional. She is currently a proud member in good standing of the association of Realtors and the National Association of Hispanic Real estate professionals (NAhREP) both of which promote homeownership, ethics in the industry and create laws that protect homeowners. What drives her daily? the love for her son, her clients, her passion for real estate, good health and God. She currently works and resides in the southeast Los Angeles area . Her son attends the Downey Unified school district and is currently enrolled to begin his high school career at St. John Bosco. She takes pride in the fact that her son is a budding pianist and is enrolled in all honors classes. She enjoys and gets the greatest satisfaction in helping clients obtain the American Dream of home-ownership. In service to her clients and with the help of her friends,family, broker, colleagues and associates she has been able to receive numerous top producer Awards from the Century 21 system and Realty Masters, one of the top century 21 offices in the nation. Her clients best interest has always been the number one priority and it is through this that she has been able to make many lifelong friends and earn their trust when referring their own friends and family that are looking to buy or sell. Her career up to this point has taught her that real estate is not only about buying or selling property but rather creating lasting relationships that will enrich the lives of her clients and generations to come.

Steven Padilla has been a licensed real estate agent in California for more than 30 years and is currently with Century 21 A Better Service Realty in Downey. Steven's coverage area includes Los Angeles, Compton, Carson, Long Beach, Whittier, Pico Rivera, Lynwood, Downey and South Gate. Steven ranks as one of the top 5% of agents in Los Angeles for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 1% of agents for single family homes. Specialties: Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Foreclosure, Short-Sale, Property Management. Active Member of California Association of Realtors, Active Member of the National Association of Realtors, Active Member of the Glendale Association of Realtors, Active Member of the California Multiple Listing Service and Real Estate License obtained 1996.

"Steven is the greatest! He help me with selling and buying new home."

Gabriela Ruiz Gabriela is a professional Realtor, licensed since 1983. Her clients enjoy the benefit of her knowledge and experience as a top producing real estate sales agent. She is detail oriented, and conducts her business in a competent and diligent manner. Gabriela’s clients received extra attention, and service from her professional full time assistant Maria B. Ramirez Gabriela treats her clients in a friendly,relaxed,low pressure She is patient, caring and strives to understand her client’s needs. “INSIST IN EXPERIENCE” is her slogan. She practices real estate with honesty and integrity. Gabriela’s word is her bond. Equally comfortable working with first time Buyers or move-up Buyers and Sellers. Gabriela works hard to keep in constant contact with her clients, so they are always fully informed of their transaction progress. Awards Consistent Top Producer Closed Dollar Volume Consistent Top Producer Listing Agent Consistent Top Producer Buyers Sales

"I worked with Grabiela for about 5 years before I bought my house. Every time I called her she took ..."

Buying or selling real estate is a process that requires the right resources to help you make informed decisions toward a successful real estate transaction. These resources include the ability to search for homes, get school and neighborhood reports, and basic real estate information to help you understand the entire process. As a real estate professional, I am here to provide you with the tools you need to complete your home sale or purchase with ease! As a local area expert with knowledge of the communities, my objective is to work diligently to assist you in meeting your real estate goals. If you are considering buying or selling a home or would just like to have additional information about real estate in your area, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.

"Gretta was an amazing help to us in selling our home in a gracious and timely manner. From the begi..."

YOUR HOME SOLD GUARANTEED OR I'LL BUY IT* 6 BIG REASONS TO CALL OUR TEAM TO SELL YOUR HOME: 1.) WE HAVE BUYERS IN WAITING We have 35,127 buyers in our database looking for a home in the area. It is likely that the buyer for your home is already in my database - Your home may already be sold! 2.) YOUR HOME WILL SELL FOR $15,000 MORE* We sell our clients homes for an average of 3.1% more money compared to the average area agent. On a $500,000 home, that's an extra $15,500 more money in your pocket. 3.) YOUR HOME WILL SELL 3 TIMES FASTER We sell our clients homes on average in only 29 days while the average area agent sells theirs in 87.9 days. 4.) WE SELL MORE HOMES In fact, we sell over 20x more homes than your average agent. Because we sell so many more homes than our competitors, financially there are extra things we can do for you that other real estate agents and brokers don't offer: Your home will get far more exposure, Your home will be exposed to buyers in a much larger area nationally and internationally, Your home will sell fast and for top dollars because of our unique and exclusive consumer programs. 5.) YOUR HOME IS MORE LIKELY TO SELL Not only do we sell our clients homes for more money and faster than average area agent, your home is more likely to sell. According to 2015 MLS statistics, only 71% of area homes sold during their listing term. Compare that to our 97% of homes listed that sold before the end of the listing term. 6) PROVEN EXPERIENCE... PROVEN RESULTS Yes it is important to verify the professional abilities of an agent before you hire one to help you sell or buy a home. The only way to guarantee expertise is to hear directly from people who have had personal experience with the agent. Read what other local home owners have to say about our team -

"We couldn't have asked for a better realtor! Rudy Kusuma Home Selling Team was extremely professiona..."

Timothy has been a licensed real estate agent in California for 14 years and is President of Imagine Realty, affiliated with Keller Williams Realty, serving the greater Los Angeles, Orange county, and Long Beach markets. Timothy has completed transactions in several areas including Long Beach, Lakewood, Los Angeles, Whittier, Carson and Anaheim. HomeLight ranks Timothy as one of the top 1% of agents in Long Beach for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 1% of agents for condos.

"Worked with Tim on two occasions. First is when I purchased the condo and next when I sold it. Extre..."

Jose Ponce is one of the top Agents in the Inland Empire. HomeLight ranks Jose as one of the top 1% of agents in San Bernardino county for successfully selling homes and as one of the top agents who are able to successfully complete transactions. Jose was born and raised in San Bernardino California. He knows the inside and outs of the area by heart making him an expert referring to location, price and comparisons. He will provide real answers to all your questions and concerns. He started his career on real estate at the early age of 18 years old, the experience he has acquired through the years make him one of the most competitive active agents on the field. Jose is a specialist of short sales , on the last 3 years he has personally processed more than 150 short sales of the whole transactions that he has worked on (Trustee Sales, Evictions, Cash For Keys, REO, Short Sale, Standard Sale). On a side from short sales he has also had great success with Out of Estate clients and tenant occupied properties. Jose is a 100 % Spanish Bilingual, some of his certifications are Equator short sale, REO, 5 Star Real Estate and REOMAC During the past few years, Jose has bloomed in the real estate and business industry. He co-owns Adrenaline (MMA Gym) and Ponce & Ponce Realty Office with his brother. Through his brokerage Jose continues to develop new techniques that will help recently licensed agents to achieve their goals. He is also an active flip Investor on the area with great prosperity. Jose is a father of three, that enjoys giving back to the community that has seen him grow. He works with inner-city youths, through martial arts both as an instructor and manager of regional sports. In addition, Jose’s passion for what he does, shows in his energetic style and enthusiasm, with each client. He goes the extra mile, whether finding you a home, negotiating your sale or assisting in finding the best loans. “I am highly motivated in getting my clients the best deal. Period. My vast experience as a realtor, investing in many properties, I have learned a great deal in the art of finding a ‘Diamond in The Rough’. I work hand in hand with my clients on each sale from start to finish. My brother and I work on many projects together, providing different outlooks on the best choice for you, both as a buyer and a seller.”

"Best Agent ever!! Professional and attentive and he handled everything that came up and all my quest..."

Established in 1991. Ramon has been selling homes in the Southeast Area for over 29 years! He is a professional realtor agent whom you can count on any time of the day. Choosing and buying a home is a difficult task. With 29 years of expertise, he is capable of giving a detailed overview of the current market conditions and helps in the documentation process so both buyers and sellers are left stress-free. He also gives home sellers valuable advice on home staging since he knows what home buyers are looking for. Ramon and his team aim to help each home buyer find a house that they can call home. A place where they can unfold their dreams and raise their family through generations. They also help every home seller find prospective buyers with a 25 step marketing plan that generates full price offers on seller's homes. They keep active contact with prospective buyers as well as top agents in town so they can find the perfect buyers for their clients' homes.

"I've known Ramon for over 10 years he helped me to sell my home in North Long Beach a few years ago...."