“Let’s take your next steps together…”
“Let’s take your next steps together…”
What My Clients Say
“Reynaldo, Helping me at a time when I was devastated. I could not have done this without you. And you helped me with getting a very good price so fast for my home in Solvang. Thank you for also referring me to a realtor in Mexico who finally helped me sell our home there after only three months. No, no, no, you are professional and kind. Your international contact was imperative to making this situation a success. Thank you very much!”
“We never could have done this without Ray's persistence! Our process was complicated with tons of crazy twists and turns, but Ray was a rock. Much appreciated! Awesome!”
“Our beautiful new baby and our beautiful new home! We were both very excited last night about our new chapter of life! Very smooth, helpful and thorough. Thank you, Ray!”
“Ray, thank you! You hung in there, represented us and negotiated fairly. You made the whole process smooth. It's been a joy working together.”
“Ray was absolutely supportive. He walked us through all logistics and examples of Real Estate comparable properties and market analysis. He was very patient clarifying all our questions. It was a pleasure to meet him and work together on selling our property.”
About me
I was born and raised in California and initially moved to Santa Barbara in 1981. Although I have lived in and run businesses in several countries, much of that time I maintained a residence in Santa Barbara. My daughter, a proud graduate of Santa Barbara High, now lives in Los Angeles. Over the years, I have witnessed the remarkable progression of our unique market through various volatile cycles and the dramatic improvement in property values throughout Santa Barbara County.
My path to real estate followed two decades of executive leadership, as Founder and CEO of a B2B technology company for fifteen years, and before that, as Founder and Managing Director of a European Venture Capital firm, where I led sales and business development, among other responsibilities, across several successful funding rounds for start-ups throughout the continent. That background in negotiation, deal structuring, and client relationships now serves my real estate clients directly.
Beyond real estate, I bring a genuine passion for the Santa Barbara County wine region, with its own unique opportunities for winemakers and investors alike. I feel fortunate for the relationships I have built with many of the county’s winemakers, vineyard and estate owners, which have given me a practical, on-the-ground understanding of what matters when evaluating vineyard and winery properties. From water rights and agricultural zoning to AVA designations, tasting room permitting, and the economics of estate versus bulk-contract grape sales, I understand the details that separate a promising property from a problematic one. This is valuable insight in support of client interest in these opportunities.
Having traveled extensively, I have been exposed to diverse cultures and customs, which enables me to deliver exceptional results to clients from various backgrounds and economic levels. The Santa Barbara area offers resources and a unique, resilient, and captivating environment for its residents and investors.
Whether you are buying your next home, selling a property, investing, or pursuing a vineyard or winery, I look forward to collaborating with you to understand your unique needs and desires, leveraging my professional and life experience to enhance your success and fulfill your real estate aspirations.
Agent Information
- CalDRE License: 02155073
- Service Areas: Santa Ynez Valley, Solvang, Buellton, Lompoc, Goleta, Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria
- Specialties: Vineyard and winery properties, estates, and luxury homes
- Brokerage: Keller Williams Realty Santa Barbara, CalDRE #01523151