The Borges Real Estate Team
The Borges Real Estate Team
18 Agents,
About Us

18 Agents,
One Mission

The Borges Real Estate Team is Southern California's trusted authority on character homes and historic properties. With 18 experienced agents, we bring unmatched expertise to every transaction.

Historic Craftsman home

18

Experienced Agents

Our Story

A Passion for Preservation

The Borges Real Estate Team was founded on a simple belief: Southern California's historic homes deserve specialists who understand their unique value and challenges. What started as a personal passion for Craftsman architecture evolved into a full-service team dedicated to character homes of all eras.

Our founder, Justin Borges, fell in love with a 1920s Craftsman bungalow early in his career. The experience of navigating Mills Act contracts, historic district regulations, and period-appropriate renovations revealed a gap in the market: buyers and sellers of character homes needed agents who truly understood these properties.

Today, we're proud to be affiliated with eXp Realty's Luxury Division, combining cutting-edge technology and global reach with the specialized knowledge our clients depend on. From Pasadena's Craftsman bungalows to Highland Park's Spanish Colonials, we've become the go-to team for character home transactions.

With 18 dedicated agents serving Northeast LA, the San Gabriel Valley, and Greater Los Angeles, we bring local expertise and personalized service to every client we represent.

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Leadership

Meet Our Founder

Justin Borges

Justin Borges

Founder & Team Lead

With extensive experience specializing in Southern California's character homes, Justin has built a team of 18 dedicated agents who share his passion for historic and architecturally significant properties. His expertise in Mills Act contracts, 1031 exchanges, and probate sales has made The Borges Real Estate Team the go-to choice for discerning buyers and sellers of Craftsman, Spanish Colonial, and Mid-Century Modern homes throughout Los Angeles.

Specialties

Mills Act PropertiesHistoric HomesProbate Sales1031 ExchangesTeam Leadership
Our Agents

Meet The Team

Our 18 experienced agents bring local expertise and personalized service to every transaction.

Caila Ball-Dionne

Caila Ball-Dionne

Marketing & Operations Lead

Caila is a marketing and operations leader who builds thoughtful, efficient systems that help teams do their best work. She combines market insight, technology, and a people-first approach to guide clients through major decisions with confidence, from first conversation to closing.

(213) 262-5092
Brian Grushkin

Brian Grushkin

Real Estate Agent

Brian brings dedication and market knowledge to every client relationship across Greater Los Angeles. He works closely with buyers and sellers to deliver results, leveraging the full resources of The Borges Real Estate Team to ensure a smooth and successful transaction.

(323) 987-6334
Allie Parks

Allie Parks

Real Estate Agent

Allie brings dedication and attention to detail to every client interaction. Specializing in residential properties across Pasadena, Altadena, Highland Park, and Eagle Rock, she guides buyers and sellers through every step of their real estate journey with professionalism and care.

(213) 842-7236
Jason Patrick Hamilton

Jason Patrick Hamilton

Real Estate Agent

University of Kansas graduate with a degree in Psychology and 16 years living in Southern California. Jason combines his understanding of people with local market expertise to serve as a trusted advocate. Active in the Pasadena community, he builds lasting relationships with every client.

(626) 414-4101
Woody McCaleb

Woody McCaleb

Real Estate Agent

Bay Area native who has called LA home for 15 years. Raised by a father with 30 years in construction and home inspection, Woody developed a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and architecture. He specializes in matching families with their perfect homes across the Pasadena area.

(510) 551-5603
Rex Muñoz

Rex Muñoz

Real Estate Agent

With 25+ years in Southern California and a background in performing arts and architecture, Rex brings an unmatched design eye to every showing. He specializes in single-family homes, condos, lofts, and investment properties across Playa del Rey, Downtown LA, Hollywood, and the South Bay.

(310) 592-9269
Liam McNiff

Liam McNiff

Real Estate Agent

Emmy Award-winning producer turned real estate consultant. Liam's background in storytelling and visual media gives him a unique edge in property marketing. A Wesleyan University graduate, he brings analytical precision and creative strategy to every transaction across Greater Los Angeles.

(323) 676-1105
Brandon Thompson

Brandon Thompson

Real Estate Agent

With 18+ years as a full-time licensed realtor, Brandon is one of the most experienced agents on the team. Known for being numbers-savvy and detail-oriented, he helps families make informed decisions backed by deep market knowledge and strong negotiation skills.

(951) 904-3622
May Ascencio

May Ascencio

Operations Manager

As Operations Manager, May ensures every transaction runs smoothly from contract to close. Compassionate, reliable, and integrity-driven, she works with first-time buyers, manages complex relocations, and advises investors with transparency, financial insight, and sharp negotiating skills.

(213) 577-2520
Isaiah Andalon

Isaiah Andalon

Real Estate Agent

A positive and dedicated team player, Isaiah takes every client relationship seriously. Known for his strong interpersonal skills and caring approach, he advocates for his clients throughout the entire buying and selling process across Greater Los Angeles.

(323) 676-0432
Jane Kim

Jane Kim

Real Estate Agent

Jane brings a client-focused approach to residential real estate across the Los Angeles metro area. Committed to providing personalized service, she helps buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence, backed by the expertise and resources of The Borges Real Estate Team.

(213) 800-6344
Anthony House

Anthony House

Buyer Specialist

A San Gabriel Valley native, Anthony developed his passion for real estate at age 16. A Cal Poly Pomona Business Finance graduate, he specializes in helping millennials and Gen Z buyers achieve homeownership - especially first-time buyers navigating condos, townhouses, and HOAs.

(626) 382-1067
Evan Sternshein

Evan Sternshein

Real Estate Agent

With a Bachelor's in Marketing Communication from California Lutheran University and experience as founder of Sternshein Marketing, Evan brings digital marketing expertise to real estate. His analytical background and marketing skills give sellers a distinct advantage in property exposure.

(626) 569-5440
Inez Gutierrez

Inez Gutierrez

Real Estate Agent

Inez serves clients across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego Counties. She handles single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties with equal expertise, and is especially skilled at guiding first-time homebuyers through the purchase process.

(951) 720-0721
Chris Kwon

Chris Kwon

Real Estate Agent

Chris brings 18+ years of direct sales experience and 3 years in title insurance to every transaction. Fluent in English and Korean, he serves the North Valley, Central LA, Sunset Strip, and hillside neighborhoods with deep market expertise.

(213) 799-4818
Brandy Borges

Brandy Borges

Real Estate Agent

Brandy brings warmth and reliability to every client relationship. Based in Pasadena, she specializes in helping families navigate residential transactions across Greater Los Angeles, with particular expertise in the team's core markets of Pasadena, Glendale, and Eagle Rock.

(951) 271-1206
Credentials

Professional Certifications

Probate Real Estate Specialists

Court-Involved & Estate Sales

1031 Exchange Guidance

Tax-Deferred Investment Strategies

Historic Home Expertise

Mills Act & Landmark Properties

Luxury Property Specialist

eXp Realty Luxury Division

Recognition

Awards & Honors

2024

Top-Producing Team

San Gabriel Valley & Northeast LA

2024

Character Home Specialists

Historic & Architectural Properties

2023

$210M+ Career Sales Milestone

200+ Homes Sold

2023

Five-Star Client Rating

Verified Client Reviews

2022

Probate & Trust Sale Experts

Estate & Fiduciary Transactions

2022

Repeat & Referral Leaders

60% of Business from Past Clients

Our Values

What Drives Our Team

Our core values guide every interaction, decision, and transaction.

Preservation Advocacy

We believe in protecting Southern California's architectural heritage and helping clients find homes with character and history.

Deep Expertise

From Mills Act contracts to 1031 exchanges, we bring specialized knowledge that general agents simply don't have.

Excellence in Service

Every client receives white-glove service, strategic guidance, and relentless advocacy from initial consultation to closing.

Community Roots

We live in and love the neighborhoods we serve. Our relationships with local preservation societies run deep.

Giving Back

Community Involvement

We're proud to support organizations that preserve and protect Southern California's architectural heritage.

Historic Preservation Advocacy

Active Supporters

Championing the protection of Southern California's architectural legacy

Neighborhood Heritage Efforts

Sponsors

Backing local efforts that keep character neighborhoods intact

Architecture & Design Education

Speakers & Hosts

Helping owners and buyers understand the value of period architecture

Local Community Events

Sponsors & Volunteers

Showing up for the neighborhoods we live in and serve

Testimonials

Justin and his team were great to work with and we learned a huge amount working with them, as well as managing to buy our dream house! We'd just moved from the UK and had a good idea about what we wanted but not much idea on how to make it happen. We managed to house hunt, secure our loan, complete escrow and move in, within 6 weeks of landing in LA, which we definitely could not have done without Justin's help and commitment!

Matt Avent
Bought a Single Family Home, Mount Washington
01 / 06
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Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in historic and architecturally significant properties, our 18 experienced agents bring specialized expertise that general agents simply can't match.