It's a long and winding road to get to where I am today. Where shall I start? I guess the beginning would be good!
Brion Costa - The Rock & Roll Years
I was born in Pasadena, CA and raised in the City of Arcadia. As a teenager and throughout my twenties and early thirties, I played drums professionally, enjoying a decent degree of success and popularity in Southern California. The best part of it all was playing with very talented musicians that were older than me and being part of the really exciting Southern California rock and roll scene that was going on at the time.
During this period of time I also advanced in the electrical industry working in lighting and electrical sales, and as a lighting specialist. My key mentor was my stepfather who emphasized the need to focus on business training, education, and negotiation skills as much as my musical endeavors. He was able to make me understand that learning these things would help me in anything I wanted to pursue. He was able to impart to me the knowledge that communication and negotiation skills would be the key to unlocking any doors I would ever want to pass through.
Brion Costa - The Accidental Realtor
In the mid-1980’s, my best friend’s mother (and dear friend of mine) was involved in a very serious auto accident that left her partially disabled and unable to walk without the use of a walker and wheelchair. She was a very powerful and successful real estate agent in Southern California that had always urged me to consider real estate as a profession.
After the accident, she encouraged me, and a small group of others, to join her as a specialized team where she was the brains and we were the brawn. We agreed to her condition that we would serve under a five year apprenticeship contract. During this time she would be mentoring us in the fine art of real estate negotiations, land acquisitions and new home development and sales. In my second year under her tutoring, I began to excel as one of the top producers in our division.
Brion Costa - On My Own & Into The World
My mentor's earlier auto accident progressed to a very rapid and rare form of breast cancer, purportedly the result of a bad blood transfusion. Shortly before her death and on a day we were going to an appointment that was to become one of the largest clients and projects of my career, she told me that she believed I was going to succeed far beyond what she had accomplished. Because of her accomplishments to that point, I found that hilarious. I realized, though, that she understood my passion for helping others … sometimes in very difficult situations. I did realize that I had truly found a “calling”, and I intended to continue to hone my ability to negotiate successfully with others and to expand my “people skills”.
Following her passing, I knew I needed to move on as an independent broker, and was invited to work under a lawyer and broker representing an exclusive client with the disposition of a very large portfolio of properties. He gave me the critical training and oversight needed to form my own company.
Brion Costa - Helping Others Through Real Estate Consultation & Mediation
As a result of almost three decades of work and the responsibility for over 3500 transactions in real estate negotiations, the attainment of numerous professional designations, and the completion of many award winning projects and complicated business objectives, I know that solving problems, resolving issues, and helping others is what I really do. And, I have an intense passion for it all! I have enjoyed my fair share of successes and failures, all of which have contributed to my ability to negotiate and mediate the objectives and obstacles of those I represent.
Brion has been active full-time in the real estate industry since 1986. During those 25+ years, he's developed broad knowledge as a managing Broker of Record, and sales producer, in virtually every aspect of commercial, industrial, and residential real estate. He's compiled a long list of notable achievements, as well as a reputation for strong work ethics, high standards, and the ability to complete complicated sales transactions and development projects in the San Gabriel Valley and Southern California.
Here is a listing of some of Brion's more noteable achievements ...
Summary Of Qualifications
>>> Established Real Estate Broker, Consultant, Developer and Builder since 1986
>>> Accomplished Manager, Coach, and Educator within the Real Estate Industry
>>> Key and Critical Results in Sales Production exceeding $800 Million
>>> Ambitious, Dynamic, Highly Organized and Detailed, Driven by Challenges and Deadlines
>>> Numerous Real Estate Certifications, Designations and State Licenses
>>> First Responder to Damage Emergencies with Residential and Commercial Real Estate
>>> Solution Oriented / Dispute Resolution Advisor
Professional Experience
Current Positions
Senior Broker Associate, Commercial Director
Century 21 Adams & Barnes
433 West Foothill Boulevard
Monrovia, CA 91016
Assignment:
Management of Residential and Commercial real estate activities, production, sales, and client services. Responsible for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced training in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate practices.
Development Advisor
Francesca Mixed Use Senior Condominiums
Walnut, California
Assignment:
Responsible for all entitlements, approvals and permits to construct 71 senior restricted residential units that include an on-site retail component on two separate sites. Cooperative author of the Francesca Mixed Use Specific Plan and 2013 Amendment.
Development Advisor
Dos Lagos Regional Center
Corona, California
Assignment:Director of activities related to entitlement, development and construction of 93 Live/Work Tri-Level Townhomes. Construction administration, audit and approvals of all phases until completed. In charge of future leasing, sales and property management.
Past Positions
July 2011 to 2013: Broker of Record at Costa Land & Real Estate Services, 3961 Oakdale Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91107.
In 2011, Brion returned to "private practice", so to speak, and re-established Costa Land and Real Estate Services. This was a result of the many requests he'd received to represent past and future clients outside the scope of the Marcus & Millichap system. The focus of Costa Land & Real Estate Services is brokerage, building, development, and mediation services in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
December 2009 to July 2011: Senior Broker Associate, Director, National Multi Housing Group, Marcus & Millichap Real Estate Investment Services, 915 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1700 Los Angeles, CA 90017.
From 2009 to 2011, Brion achieved a long-time goal of being affiliated with Marcus & Millichap and specializing in brokerage of commercial, income producing properties in the San Gabriel Valley. During this time, his focus was on his growing expertise in underwriting, marketing, and sales.
1992 through 2009: Broker of Record, Costa Land & Real Estate Services and Costa Land Corporation, 125 Stedman Place, Monrovia, CA 91016
Beginning in 1992, Brion went "out on his own", forming both "Costa Land & Real Estate Services", and "Costa Land corporation". With the forming of his own companies, he became responsible for all activities of commercial and residential real estate brokerage. "Costa" was a complete consulting and development company specializing in land acquisition and sales, entitlement, and construction services. Over a 17 year period, Brion's companies represented notable developers, builders, brokers, trusts, foundations, municipalities, universities, banks, and corporations with a wide range of consulting, property, and project management. "Costa" racked up an impressive listing and sales record exceeding $150,000,000. Directly and indirectly responsible for the construction and sales of over 700 new homes in the San Gabriel Valley, Brion's companies were instrumental in development that included many award winning residential and commercial developments and highly-prized land sales.
2003 to 2008: Managing Broker of Record, Anca Realty Corporation / CEO Anca Realty Company, 9139 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA 91780
In 2006, Costa Land Corporation acquired Anca Realty Corporation. At the time of the acquisition, Anca was the oldest commercial firm in the San Gabriel Valley with a focus on the Asian community. Anca focused on providing services to local, national, and International investors and exceeded $475,000,000 in sales during the 5-year period it was owned by "Costa". During that time, Brion was personally responsible for all day-to-day activities of the operation, including full accountability and support for associate business plans, marketing plans, sales transactions, and broker oversight. Anca employeed 58 sales associates and 10 Broker associates for which Brion provided supervision and guidance. Anca Realty Corporation was sold by Costa Land corporation in 2008.
1990 to 1992: Broker Associate, Ashworth Realty Company, Monrovia, CA, 91016
In 1990, Brion became the Managing Broker of Ashworth Realty company. This was a firm created primarily for the disposition and sales of new home inventory built and owned by Owen Development Company, based in Monrovia, CA. Brion carried all the responsibilities of a managing broker, while also serving a 2-year position training under attorney and broker Richard Ashworth prior to forming his independent brokerage "Costa Land & Real Estate Services". During this period, the company successfully sold the entire inventory of Owen, as well as completing numerous other outside listing, sales and development transactions.
1986 to 1990: REALTOR® Associate, Baldwin Real Estate Services, Builder Services Division, Arcadia, CA 91006
It all began for Brion when he began his real estate career under the leadership of Broker/Owner Gordon Maddock at Baldwin Real Estate Services in Arcadia, California. During this time he successfully completed a 4-year apprenticeship program under his mentor and great personal friend Gail P. Wear. He gained great knowledge and began to specialize in land acquisition, builder services, and new home sales. In 1988 he achieved recognition as a Top Sales Producer in Baldwin's Builder Services Division. This achievement, along with others, helped launch an 18-year relationship representing the J.W. & Ida May Jameson Trust and Foundation with their real estate portfolio, entitlement, development, and sales in Los Angeles and Kern Counties.
Professional Education / Licensing / Certifications
>>> Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) Certificate #12898 4/27/2006
(The CCIM Designation is considered equivalent to Graduate Degree within Commercial Real Estate Industry and NAR)
>>> Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager (CRB) Certificate #12487 2/15/1998
>>> Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Certificate #15920 2/1/1992
>>> Graduate REALTORS® Institute (GRI) Certificate #11780 7/1/1991
>>> Certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Certificate #051899 01/15/1992
>>> Licensed California Real Estate Broker #00939864 01/10/1991
>>> Licensed California Corporate Officer / Costa Land Corporation #01794225 3/30/2007
>>> Licensed California General Contractor with Home Improvement Certification (HIC) Class B-1 #791135 2/8/2001
Professional Affiliations
>>> Arcadia Association of REALTORS® (AAR) Office #3479 / Agent ID# A31813
>>> California Association of REALTORS® (CAR)
>>> Commercial Investment Real Estate Institute
>>> National Association of REALTORS® ID#151500257
>>> Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers
>>> Council of Residential Specialists
>>> Senior Advantage Real Estate Council
>>> California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Association Highlights
>>> 1988 M/DBOR® - Professional Standards Chairman
>>> 2006 WSGVAR® - Commercial Committee Chairman and Association Instructor
>>> 2007 WSGVAR® - Commercial Investment Consultant
>>> 2008 CCIM Magazine Cover Story : 1st Mixed Use Senior Condo/Retail Specific Plan Developments in United States, located in Walnut, California
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Contact Me
Brion Costa, CCIMSenior Broker AssociateCommercial DirectorDesignated CCIM, CRB, CRS, GC, GRI, SRESFirst Class Real Estate & Development Services ... Since 1986Century 21 Adams & Barnes
433 West Foothill Boulevard
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 695-7383brion@brioncosta.comBrionCosta.com
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