The Agents of Brown & Co
Meet the Matchmakers
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Tim Brown, Broker/OwnerTim has capitalized on his native roots and his 35 years of investing in San Francisco properties, to build Brown & Co. into one of the top real estate firms since its establishment in 1993. He led the industry from 2004–2006 in TIC production and has consistently been a top producer in city wide sales. Well respected among his peers, he was elected to the San Francisco Association of Realtors and was a founding member of the SF Roundtable, which tracks local real estate trends.
Direct: 415.594.9220 | email: tim@brownandco-sf.com
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Zack Brough, Realtor AssociateZack is a licensed California Realtor who has sold more than 170 apartment units in the San Francisco/Bay Area since getting his license in 1996. He has helped dozens of these clients reinvest their proceeds into safe income-producing commercial properties throughout California and the U.S. He is a Bay Area native who has lived, managed and sold apartments in San Francisco for over 10 years. Zack understands the complexities of rent control in this city from the inside out. He knows its neighborhoods and he knows its people.
Direct: 415.336.9225 | email: zackbrough@comcast.net
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Elaine “Angel B’’ Carney, Realtor AssociateWith extensive experience in customer support for numerous prestigious corporations -including Earthlink, AT&T, Worldnet, Pixar and Sprint – Angel B now delivers the same high-caliber professional support to her real estate clients. She also knows buildings both inside and out, having founded a plumbing company, Plumb Crazy. And thanks to her days as a math teacher, Angel B is a patient advisor when it comes to the complexities of real estate finance. She is involved in Project Homeless Connect.
Direct: 415.594.9211 | email: angelb@brownandco-sf.com
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David Esler, Realtor AssociateIf you’re looking for more than typical real estate agent — someone who is devoted to developing business relationships and lasting friendships — call David. David’s philosophy is to go above and beyond what is necessary for his clients and to continue serving them long after the closing of escrow — from recommending the best contractors to guiding clients through the ins-and-outs of condominium conversion. David has lived in San Francisco since 1990 and been involved in real estate here since 1997.
Direct: 415.594.9212 | email: dave@brownandco-sf.com
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John Farnham, Realtor AssociateClients benefit from solid, quantifiable experience with John. During his 5 years as a licensed real estate agent, he has participated in more than 400 transactions, representing over $350,000,000 in sales of multi-unit, single family, commercial, new construction, condominium and tenants-in-common units. He was ranked seventh in total San Francisco Multiple Listing Service sales in 2005, while working with Brown & Co. He is a recognized expert in a variety of TIC issues. He is VP of the Board of Directors of the Stop Aids Project.
Direct: 415.594.9213 | email: john@brownandco-sf.com
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Jesse Fowler, Realtor AssociateA native San Franciscan born and raised in the Noe Valley neighborhood, Jesse uses his knowledge and experience in investments, remodeling, construction and property management to help his clients buy and sell properties of all types. He specializes in single family homes, condominiums, Tenancies In Common, and income properties. His ability to anticipate market trends and familiarity with the unique local market results in satisfied clients who refer their friends, family members and associates. Jesse is a graduate of Leadership San Francisco, Class of 2006.
Direct: 415.648.5800 | email: buyinsf@aol.com
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Michael D. Gagarine, CRS, GRI RealtorClients reap the benefits of Michael’s 28 years of professional experience. He shares his deep knowledge of the industry in his own “Buyers Guide to Acquiring San Francisco Real Estate.’’ When locating properties to show his clients, he is always mindful of the wants and needs they have expressed to him. For sellers, he strives for the highest price possible and the smoothest transaction. Expert at both negotiation and disclosure, he’ll draft purchase agreements with clients.
Direct: 415.594.9217 | email: michael@brownandco-sf.com
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Anthony Koutsos, Realtor AssociateAnthony Koutsos caters to a diverse clientele, from zero-down, first-time home buyers to all-cash developers. He completes as many as 30 transactions every year in San Francisco. He specializes in TIC sales, single-family homes, multi-unit buildings and condominiums.
Direct: 415.594.9214 | Fax/VM: 415.294.4075 | email: anthony.koutsos@gmail.com
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Karen Laufer, Broker Associate/GRIWith more than 30 years of experience - both in sales and as a broker - Karen specializes in residential and income properties and in 1031 (tax deferred) exchanges. Born in Oregon and raised in North California, she is a nature lover with a passion for the art of Japanese flower arranging known as Ikebana. She’s also an avid nature photographer and member of the Photochrome Photography Club and Marin Photography Club.
Direct: 415.594.9223 | email: freefer@mcn.org
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Debbie Pope, Realtor AssociateSan Francisco real estate is Debbie’s home, her work and her portfolio. She lives in San Francisco and has been an active investor in real estate in the city for the past eight years, recently selling one TIC Mission property. She gained extensive experience in West Coast metropolitan real estate while living in Los Angeles, where she was director of the Multiple Listing Service for the Los Angeles Association of Realtors and then the Executive officer for the Malibu Association of Realtors. She’s been in the business for 18 years.
Direct: 415.594.9221 | email: debbie@brownandco-sf.com
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Laura Rogers, Realtor AssociateLaura joins Brown & Co. with over five years as a licensed real estate agent working exclusively in San Francisco. She has helped clients buy and sell a variety of properties including tenants-in-common units, condominiums, single family homes, multi-unit buildings and commercial properties. Her participation in over 125 transactions has helped her build a diverse experience base and sound industry knowledge. Laura also helps clients renovate investment properties and personal residences by providing design consultations and contractor references. Laura lives in San Francisco and has been a Bay Area resident for the past ten years. She holds a B.A. in Art History from UC Berkeley.
Direct: 415.594.9210 | email: laura@brownandco-sf.com
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Yani Vargas, Realtor Associate/Office ManagerYani’s business and real estate background — not to mention being bilingual — help her serve clients and make transactions at Brown & Co. reach their conclusion smoothly. She has more than four years of experience in transaction coordination, is a California licensed real estate agent and belongs to the San Francisco Association of Realtors. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and speaks English and Spanish fluently.
Direct: 415.594.9209 | Fax: 415.294.4019 | email: yani@brownandco-sf.com
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Scott Whelan, Realtor AssociateScott is single-minded in pursuit of his client's interests and is committed to a “service-oriented” approach that has cultivated numerous long-term clients. His unique qualities include his ability to earn trust, proactively avert problems and effectively communicate with his clients; whether a first time buyer, luxury home owner or developer. Clients rely on him for expertise in TIC development & sales, remodeling, property investment as well as his ability to foresee market trends. Scott is a San Francisco property owner and has lived in “The City” since 1991 and been active in real estate since 1994.
Direct: 415.594.9219 | email: scott@brownandco-sf.com
