TONY MANIACI
Engel & Völkers Laguna Beach #1 producing agent! Tony is known for integrity, diplomacy, and sincerity in all his dealings. In his tenure in the business, he has first and foremost strived to be someone in whom his clientele and colleagues can put their trust and faith. Every transaction, he believes, is always about his customer. Key to Tony's success has also been the result of his patient demeanor, dedicated work ethic, negotiating skills, and ability to close the sale. His main intention is to understand his client’s needs and build a relationship that will last over the course of time. While he is a strong negotiator and advocate for his clients, he is just as much a compassionate, friendly, humorous partner who eases a process that can often be quite stressful. Tony specializes in the beach cities of Dana Point, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, and San Juan Capistrano.
CECILIA MCDERMOTT
With 20 years of experience in the Orange County real estate market, Cecilia's professionalism and work ethic is her signature. She works diligently to evaluate her client's needs and priorities to create the most beneficial relationship in finding their dream home. Her extensive experience includes representing buyers, listing homes, luxury rentals, property management, and historic home sales.
Cecilia is local to the Orange County area and has a wealth of knowledge on the various cities, neighborhoods, and schools that make up the region. An avid photographer, Cecilia thrives while exploring destinations, both new and old. Her creative intuition is a valuable asset both while marketing properties and when helping clients envision their new homes.
KAYSHA WINKLER
Meet Kaysha Winkler, a real estate agent whose career has been defined by unwavering honesty, loyalty, and a relentless commitment to her clients. With a wealth of knowledge spanning across the diverse landscape of real estate, Kaysha’s expertise encompasses commercial, residential, and the intricate world of value-added development projects.
She has earned a reputation as a trustworthy advocate for her clients. Her integrity shines through in every transaction, ensuring that her clients' best interests are always at the forefront. She doesn't just close deals; she forges lasting relationships built on trust and reliability.
When it comes to residential real estate, Kaysha’s personalized approach sets her apart. She takes the time to truly understand her clients' desires and preferences, matching them with homes that reflect their unique lifestyles. Her extensive knowledge of local neighborhoods and housing markets ensures that every homebuyer or seller makes well-informed decisions.
Kaysha’s dedication to adding value through development projects is a testament to her forward-thinking mindset. She has successfully overseen projects that have transformed properties into profitable ventures, enhancing both the community and her clients' portfolios.
Through Kaysha's unwavering commitment, clients find a trusted partner who not only meets their real estate needs but exceeds their expectations. With her, real estate becomes more than a transaction; it becomes a journey towards finding the perfect property and achieving financial goals.
KAREN KIM
Karen Kim’s interest in real estate started early; she was drawing floor plans by the time she was 10 years old! A Native Southern Californian, Karen offers local expertise, combined with a genuine passion for the built environment, to the Los Angeles, Orange Country, and San Diego markets. She followed her dreams and entered the real estate industry as an interior designer, and she eventually expanded her business to include home staging. Karen cultivated a broad network of agents, architects, contractors, and developers in both the residential and commercial sectors, and in 2015, she decided to become an agent herself. Karen understands that a home isn’t just a financial investment; it’s also an emotional one. As a designer, she has devoted herself to creating a harmonious environment where people can feel comfortable, inspired, and authentic. She carries this principle into her career as an agent. Karen goes above and beyond to ensure her clients’ happiness, leveraging a broad industry knowledge and sharp customer service skills to deliver results. Karen doesn’t just help people find their forever home; she helps dogs, too! She frequently volunteers with local animal shelters, and she is the proud mom of two rescue pups.