Whether it's a small studio or a large apartment complex, I help investors find deals that make sense financially, and can hand them to a management team that keeps them running.
Operating as a real estate broker inside a property management company gives me an unmatched edge in residential income transactions. This dual expertise means bulletproof underwriting based on real-time market rents and actual East Bay operating costs. I look past cosmetic updates to spot deferred maintenance and hidden liabilities that standard agents miss, from buried rent-control violations to problematic tenant ledgers. It also eliminates the friction of the post-sale handoff, offering a seamless, day-one continuity where the same team that rigorously vetted the asset takes over its management the moment escrow closes. Here's a breakdown of what that means:
| Buyer Side | Seller Side | |
|---|---|---|
| Underwriting | I ignore the seller’s gleaming pro-forma to rebuild the cap rate, calculate post-sale property taxes, and verify inflated market rents. | I normalize trailing expenses to show the highest legitimate Net Operating Income (NOI) and map the value-add path for the next buyer. |
| Asset Risk | I review tenant estoppels, assess rent-control exposure, and identify deferred maintenance that will bleed year-one cash flow. | I organize messy rent rolls, identify and resolve tenant disputes, and advise on strategic tenant buyouts before listing. |
| Portfolio Focus | I identify properties that meet specific yield requirements, match 1031 exchange timelines, and align the asset class with long-term goals. | I coordinate with CPAs & 1031 exchange facilitators to time the sale for tax mitigation, and identify where the seller’s equity will be invested next. |
| Deal Structuring | I structure offers with creative financing, tight inspection windows, and solid contract language around lease verifications. | I vet buyers’ capital stack, prioritize commercial closing track records, and secure hard deposits early. |
Send me the listing and I'll give you an honest read on the numbers.
Auguste had me covered. He made the buying experience enjoyable and flawless. Knowledgeable, approachable, humble, and a white-glove service. I can’t stress enough how available, attentive and responsive he was.
Superb service. Auguste made the sales experience very efficient, displaying at all times the highest level of professionalism and insight into the best approach to maximize value. Very strong marketing acumen.
Whether you are selling or renting, I highly recommend Auguste. He gave excellent advice on prepping my Emeryville unit, managed all the work, and got it on the market quickly and looking great. I attribute the quick sale largely to his diligence and marketing acumen.
Auguste provided great service and I was very happy with his performance. He helped me in every step even beyond his obligation to make the process very smooth. I strongly recommend him to my friends.
We sold a studio unit and Auguste handled almost every phase: renovations, marketing, and sale. He gave us solid, grounded advice, showed us comps to set the price, and the unit sold quickly. We highly recommend Auguste!
Auguste helped me throughout buying my first home. His attention to detail was phenomenal and he always had my best interest in mind. I’d highly recommend Auguste to anybody looking to buy or sell their home.
Auguste has helped me rent and manage my rental property at Watergate in Emeryville for many years. He is simply the best: a wonderful communicator, kind and super helpful. I’d highly recommend him.
Auguste is efficient and effective. He helped me and my extended family sell and rent our properties. He is patient and methodical, and provided us excellent service.
