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I have been a licensed broker since 1993 and since that have completed 1800+ transactions. I work with both buyers and sellers as well as investors and builders. I believe the most important job a real estate broker can do is to listen first and then guide the client accordingly. Teamwork makes the dream work and I have an amazing support staff to deliver incredible client care at each step of the transaction. The buying or selling of a home is one of the most important decisions that we make and we treat the process with the importance it deserves. I look forward to helping you open the next door in your life. At your service - Derek

"He is great in what he does. Great team that works with him"

Orange County REALTOR® Susan Piazza raises the bar on the definition of professional and turns the sale or purchase of real estate into a pleasantly unforgettable experience. Susan's clients rely on her for her knowledge and experience, for her problem solving abilities, extensive global marketing and advertising and for "thinking outside the box" to protect and promote their best interests. Letters of appreciation attest to her ability to help both buyers and sellers accomplish the seemingly impossible. While Susan does have a special affinity for luxury homes, she enjoys working with a broad range of clients. Thus you may find her selling a multi-million dollar coastal estate in the morning, and helping a first time buyer find their dream home in the afternoon. You might also find her knocking on doors to find the perfect home for a buyer, or assisting a seller with the choice of home improvement materials. Susan is a Certified Residential Specialist. The CRS designation, held by only about 3% of REALTORS® nation-wide, signifies both a commitment to excellence through ongoing education and a track record of top-level performance. Tireless in giving service to her clients, Susan is also tireless in her support of local schools and causes. She's involved with several community non-profits, helped found the Opera Pacific's Young Professional's Guild, hosts holiday celebrations for the children of Olive Crest, and acts as a foster mom for rescued dogs awaiting new homes through Pups and Pals. When it's time to relax, Susan enjoys hiking, gardening, honing her skills as a computer geek, and spending time with her three grown children, three alpacas, two Lab-Bloodhounds and 21 chickens. Whether buying or selling in Orange County, when you want true concierge service that goes beyond your expectations, call on Susan Piazza. You'll soon see why her clients recommend her to their family and friends with confidence.

Debra Kovacs of CENTURY 21 Award. Top agent Worldwide. I started in Real Estate in Coto De Caza and from great demand I grew to its surrounding areas and now cover all areas of Orange County. I have been able to work with wonderful clients over and over throughout my career. Many of my Clients I have had for over 20 Years of my Career. It is my pleasure to be affiliated with Century 21 Award, a Premier, locally operated Orange County Real Estate Firm. I have been in the Real Estate Industry for over 30 Years and through those years I have learned that there are many qualities and skills that go into being an excellent Realtor. In my opinion, the most important is the ability to discover and address the diverse needs, wants, expectations and concerns of different home sellers and buyers. This ability can only come through really caring about people, together with a whole lot of practical experience and education.

Kris and Joe Lightman, a successful husband and wife Real Estate Team working in Orange County and beyond. With over 55 years combined experience and over 1527 closed escrows, Kris and Joe Lightman are the number one top producing team at Star Real Estate for 2004, 2008 and 2009! And the top 2nd or 3rd team thereafter. They take pride in garnering 81% of their business from repeat customers, referrals from other agents, past client referrals, and referrals from banks and attorneys. Their diverse clientele has taken them from short sales and bank owned REO properties, to out of state sellers and rental properties, to equity sellers looking to move up or relocate out of the area. Their experience has given them expertise in a variety of real estate markets where they have adapted marketing styles to maximize profits for their clients. Over the years they have acquired an extensive network of contractors ready to assist their clients with repairs, major remodeling, staging and decorating, and estate sales. They are truly "Full Service Realtors". Buyers enjoy the undivided attention they would expect from hiring professional Realtors. Finding that perfect home takes tenacity and a thorough knowledge of the local market. Having an understanding of how to finance a property in today's market is also the key to a buyer’s success. Kris and Joe Lightman educate their clients on how get preapproved, how to deal with bank owned homes and short sales, and how to get their offer accepted. Together, Kris and Joe Lightman keep their clients informed and excited about the buying and selling process. Moving is a stressful situation, but with the care and hand holding the Lightman’s give, you’ll know they mean it when they say, “we’ll treat you as if you’re our only client”.

Before starting in real estate sales, Jay worked in various corporate roles including marketing and business consulting. Jay graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and openly admits that he owes much of his success to standing on the shoulders of giants (his mentors) and humble implementation. While Jay loves the real estate business, his true inspiration is his family – Jay and his wife Jennifer have two young children who keep them on their toes (Isabel and Jack). Skilled in marketing and certified as a Negotiation Expert, Jay brings the knowledge and expertise necessary to help homeowners consistently sell their homes for more. His website Homearly.com ranks on the 1st page of Google for Orange County and attracts hundreds of thousands of views annually through the use of direct response and search engine marketing, as well as social media. This has enabled him to build an active database of over 4,000 buyers that are looking for homes throughout Orange County. This aggressive approach to internet marketing represents just one segment of his 120 point home selling process that has sold his clients’ homes for up to 18% more than neighborhood averages. As an investor and financial strategist, Jay is experienced in working with CPAs, financial planners, and legal advisors to create integrated solutions that serve his clients’ long-range financial goals.

"Difficult to sell home during pandemic but it was done on Cinco De Mayo "

It's proven that a team always outperforms an individual, and at the Sackin-Stone Team, we've taken that to the next level. The individuals that make up our team bring diverse backgrounds, talents, skills, and personalities to our business. The result is our unparalleled passion to make a true difference in every buyer and sellers’ life. As we celebrate our 30th anniversary, we are super grateful to be serving the third generation of many of our thousands of loyal past clients. We are not like most 'teams', that have a superstar figurehead that is never seen once the paperwork is signed. We've learned that building trust and value is a one-on-one situation. Each of our clients has their dedicated primary agent who's fully engaged from the start of the transaction to the successful close. As needed, the other team members will step in with their unique expertise to guarantee all clients receive our time tested Different And Better service proposition. It's no coincidence why we have 300+ FIVE-STAR reviews online. (check them out!) We'd like to apply for the job as your Realtor today, becoming your trusted advisor for your real estate transaction, and if we've earned it... become your REsource for life!

" Lane and his team exceeded all of my expectations and more during these last few months. As a nigh..."

Zen Ziejewski, your Trusted Real Estate Adviser Zen Ziejewski, born and raised in Southern California, is passionate and committed to helping others own a piece of the California Dream along with creating financial wealth through real estate. As a USC Business graduate and as a licensed Real Estate Professional for over 30 years, Zen knows the foundation of his business is about serving his clients at the highest level; before, during, and after the sale. He believes that in order to truly understand their wants, needs, and desires it starts with a complimentary consultation with Buyers, Sellers, or Investors so he can educate them of the market and better serve them to help reach their goals. Just like people have attorneys, financial and tax advisers to help them, Zen’s goal is to be his client’s trusted real estate adviser for life. Zen does annual reviews with his clients to help them stay connected with the market, housing inventories, rental prices and interest rates. This way his clients better understand the current market value of their home and he can help them plan ahead so they are best position to succeed in any real estate market. Zen says, “It’s not about selling homes, honestly the joy of real estate comes from the experience of working with and getting to know my clients during the transaction and the relationships we build together throughout the process.” There have been many times where Zen has done just as much or even more work after the sale of a client’s home in order to help his clients with situations or unexpected things that occur. Zen also shares his vast knowledge and years of experience as a trainer & educator with other agents (new and seasoned) in the business at numerous training events throughout the year in Orange County as well as National Events. It’s a huge advantage for all his clients to have Zen’s expertise, market knowledge, and guidance as their trusted real estate adviser. As one of the top agents and very respected real estate professionals in Orange County, his team’s highest sale to date is $11.5 million, an incredible Ocean Front Home in Laguna Beach. Zen is a tough negotiator who wins deals, and is able to create solutions to get the job done for his clients, saving numerous sales in the process. With a solid team of experts behind him, Zen and his team, guides their clients through every aspect of the transaction. Zen’s wealth of knowledge is a huge advantage for all his clients benefiting from his expertise, integrity, honesty and guidance as their trusted real estate adviser. Zen lives in the Capistrano Beach area of Dana Point and is committed to giving back to his church and community, hosting at least 6 Annual Events including Food & Toy Drives during the Holidays along with collecting supplies for the homeless. His popular Doggie Photo Day and Halloween Pizza Party Events have really brought the Capo Beach residents together and the community looks forward to them every year. He also helps local Capo Beach families during the holidays who are less fortunate so they have a better Thanksgiving and Christmas. Zen’s son Hayden is his pride and joy. Zen feels so Blessed and Grateful to have such an amazing family, friends, team, and clients. Making a difference in people’s lives by helping individuals and families own a piece of the California Dream is Zen’s Commitment and Passion!

"Great communication from Zen and his entire team."

The Kim Yang Group (KYG) is the recognized leader in the real estate community known for maximizing the seller’s profit by extensive market knowledge, and true expertise. KYG was founded by Kim Yang-Uk who is one of the nations premier agents and top negotiators in the Southern California real estate market. Built on the reputation of being an ethical, reliable and assertive broker, she has effectively represented the nation’s largest financial institutions including Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Chase, and Fannie Mae on hundreds of home sales. KYG offers a cohesive team of professionals specializing in home sale reparation, valuation, rehabilitation, and closing that consistently delivers results by aligning clients’ goals with a tailored marketing strategy. Kim obtained her B.S. in Biology from Brown University and attended Dartmouth College and Stanford University. She is an active member of the Brown University Alumni Association as well as deeply committed to local charities in her community. Our database shows that Kim has completed over 2,500 transactions, representing the buyer in 15% of those transactions and the seller in 85% of them.

"We couldn't be any happier with Kim Yang. Her experience and expertise made our first home sale and ..."

Edie Israel is a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker in Yorba Linda, California and has been in the real estate business for 16 years. Edie has completed transactions in several areas including Yorba Linda, Anaheim, Fullerton, Placentia, Orange and Brea. HomeLight ranks Edie as one of the top 1% of agents in Yorba Linda for successfully selling homes and as one of the top agents who are able to successfully complete transactions. Our database shows that Edie has completed 800+ transactions since 2005, representing the buyer in 35% of those transactions and the seller in 65% of them. Edie has transacted in Yorba Linda more than any other area helping to buy or sell 367 homes including a 5 bedroom single family home on February 16, 2018 which sold for $1,325,000 and a 4 bedroom single family home on November 27, 2018 which sold for $1,400,000.

HomeLight ranks Alex as one of the top 1% of agents in Brea for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 18% of agents who are able to successfully complete transactions. Alex Horowitz has been a licensed real estate agent in California for 30+ years and is currently with Coldwell Banker Diamond in Brea. Alex has completed transactions in several areas including Brea, La Habra, Yorba Linda, Fullerton, Yorba Linda and Placentia. HomeLight has information on 426 of Alex's transactions since 1999, 104 of which were in the past two years. Alex typically represents the seller (65% of the time), but has also completed 151 buyer transactions during this period. Alex has been most prolific in Brea including representing the seller of a single family home that sold for $1,230,000 in one transaction and a buyer of a single family home that sold for $686,000 in another.

"He helped me find a home not just a house. Thank you"