Derek is well respected within the industry, not only for his high ethical standards but for conducting his business honestly and morally while doing absolutely everything in his power to ensure his clients’ success.
A Los Angeles native and long-time San Diegan, Derek thoroughly understands what California living is all about. Having graduated from Sonoma State University while playing on the World Series baseball team, Derek implemented the humility and selflessness learned from years of athletics into his real estate practice.
In depth local market knowledge and innovative marketing techniques aside, Derek also possesses an advanced set of negotiating skills demonstrated by a designation associated with less than 1% of Realtors nationwide — Master Certified Negotiation Expert®.
An active investor and award-winning realtor, Derek is connected in many different facets of the real estate industry. He purchased his first investment property in 2010 for $22,500 and since then he has owned and been involved in flipping houses, mobile home parks, apartment building syndications, development, property management, lending and creative financing. He currently spends most of his time managing his company, We Buy San Diego, cumulatively, focusing on single-family and multifamily, renovations, sales, and rentals in San Diego county.
Derek joined NSD REI Board of Directors in 2014 and has served as president since 2019 Derek currently lives in point Loma and when he’s not enveloped in real estate, you’re most likely find him enjoying all kinds of outdoor activities.
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