the visintainer edge

 

The Visintainer Group is built on a foundation of investment real estate.

Our advisors have comprehensive underwriting capabilities, market expertise and an understanding of elements that impact value. We have a proven ability to offer investors specialized advice on real estate decisions during the acquisition, hold or disposition of an asset.

That includes the experience, relationships and data necessary to serve you properly.

We maintain a detailed proprietary database of available properties, buyers, sellers and opportunities. By getting to know you we can pair your needs with available investments or search out custom solutions if necessary. We also have valuable experience in our markets. We know what works, where the challenges are, and how to strategically calibrate the investment environment for success.

Our Focus is Local. Our Reach is National.

Headquartered in Central California, the Visintainer Group represents interests that are both local and national. We value relationships above all and believe it is our role to help people achieve their goals.
Our strongest principles are ethics, honesty and expertise.

Our Mission

We are a client-first company with attention to detail second to none.

Our Vision

Be the most reputable and trusted commercial real estate company in Central Valley, creating an opportunity for generations of real estate service providers.

Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is simple – do what is best for the client. Clients are directed to the agent in our office who is the best fit for the clients’ needs and property type. We work on what we know – period. We are a client, not commission, first company.

Meet the Team

Operations

Elizabeth Helon

Director of Business Operations

Meet Elizabeth

Andrea Visintainer

Director of Marketing

Meet Andrea

Jamey Browning

Transaction Manager

Meet Jamey

Commercial

Brett Visintainer

Commercial Investment Advisor • Principal

Meet Brett

John Kourafas

Commercial Investment Advisor

Meet John

Mike Janz

Commercial Investment Advisor

Meet Mike

Multi-Family

Dustin Ilic

Multi-Family Investment Advisor

Meet Dustin

Blake Blackburn

Multi-Family Investment Advisor

Meet Blake

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Office
559-890-0232

Elizabeth Helon

Director of Business Operations

Agent: DRE# 02193148

Elizabeth joined The Visintainer Group in 2022 as Director of Business Operations. She works closely with team members, clients and vendors to strengthen the business and pursue the company’s long-term vision. This includes leading the development of planning processes, building strategic relationships and partnerships, human resources, marketing and supporting internal business operations. Elizabeth is well known as a dedicated, trusted team member who is always willing to go above and beyond to help the team achieve the goal. She understands the importance of professionalism and the value of exceptional client service.

Elizabeth graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies. She is married to Matt, has two children and enjoys spending time with family and friends, and cheering on her favorite sports teams.

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Andrea Visintainer

Director of Marketing

Andrea is The Visintainer Group’s Director of Marketing. She creates, implements and manages the Group’s marketing strategy and brand management. This includes the design and use of property brochures, as well as graphic design, social media campaigns and all print collateral.

Andrea graduated from the University of San Diego with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. She is active in the community and is a founding member of Philanthropy Inspired by the Needs of our Community (PINC). She is married to Brett, has two children, and enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, and playing tennis.

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Mobile
559-709-4398

Jamey Browning

Transaction Manager

Jamey joined Visintainer Group in 2021 as the Transaction Manager for the company. She brings 15 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry. She was born and raised in Fresno and graduated from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work. After graduating from college, she decided to pursue an alternate path in commercial property management. She maintained a large portfolio of office, retail and industrial properties consisting over 2 million square feet and a 235-acre business park Owners Association for Palm Bluffs Corporate Center.  Jamey is well known for being a strong team leader and determined to get the job done and go the extra mile. Her degree in social work, in combination with her experience in the real estate industry, has provided her with valuable skills and assisted her in mastering client satisfaction and the importance of excellent communications.

Jamey is married to Justin who is a Professional Firefighter for the State of California. They have a daughter named Mia who is their pride and joy. She values her time with her family and enjoys getaways to the Central Coast.

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Mobile
559-916-0370
Office
559-890-0320

Brett Visintainer

Commercial Investment Advisor • Principal

Broker: DRE# 02047928 • Agent: DRE# 01792092

Brett has been in the commercial real estate industry since 2007. He started leasing and selling office buildings and after gaining a solid understanding of the tenant and occupant perspective, he transitioned his focus to work solely on investment properties. By getting his CCIM, a designation that less than 5% of agents in the industry have, his goal was to create a top-tier investment team. He started the Visintainer Group in 2017, providing sellers of investment properties a sophisticated marketing approach and buyers national reach to investment properties. Brett has been involved in over $800m of investment real estate transactions, across the country.

Brett graduated from California State University, Fresno in 2004. He was the kicker for the Fresno State Bulldogs from 2000 to 2004 and then went to the Dallas Cowboys from 2005 and 2006. His NFL career was cut short by an injury resulting in career-ending back surgery. He is married to Andrea and has a son, Beau, and daughter, Avery.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

  • Retail, Office, Industrial Investment Property Acquisitions and Dispositions
  • 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges
  • Underwriting of Investment Properties

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
  • International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC)

NOTABLE EXCHANGES AND TRANSACTIONS

  • $800M+ in sales volume | 18+ states  |  215+ transactions
  • $150M+ in sales volume and 30+ deals outside California
  • 75+ 1031 exchange transactions totaling over $300M+
  • Riverpoint Marketplace |  West Sacramento, CA |  $36,000,000
  • Capital Village |  Rancho Cordova, CA |  $36,000,000
  • Ferguson Building |  Fresno, CA |  $18,280,000
  • UC Davis Medical Group | Rancho Cordova, CA |  $11,100,000

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Mobile
559-259-0254
Office
559-890-0419

John Kourafas

Commercial Investment Advisor

Agent: DRE# 02089371

John joined the Visintainer Group in 2019 and has since been involved in over $540M of investment real estate transactions spanning across five states. He holds a CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) designation and partners with Brett Visintainer, principal, on all commercial transactions.

Prior to his licensing in commercial real estate, John worked in the sales department of the nation’s premiere food service provider, Waypoint. Waypoint is a national sales brokerage for multibillion-dollar food manufacturers, including Tyson, Land o’ Lakes, and ConAgra. He specialized in key accounts with a strong focus on governmental regulations and commodity balances. While there, he developed a keen insight into portfolio management, which triggered his interest in market development through interpersonal connections.

John, born and raised in Fresno, went to Washington Union High School in Easton and then graduated from California State University Fresno’s Business Administration program with an Option in Marketing. He believes strongly in ethical and passionate client service and is well-versed in the technology we use to identify and maximize investment opportunities. An outdoor enthusiast, John is an avid hiker, hunter and fisherman. He also finds time to golf and plays a mean guitar.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

  • Commercial Investment Property Acquisitions and Dispositions
  • Retail, Office, Industrial Investment Properties
  • 1031 Tax Deferred Exchanges
  • Underwriting of Investment Properties

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
  • Valley Children’s Hospital – Padrinos Guild

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration | California State University, Fresno

NOTABLE EXCHANGES AND TRANSACTIONS

  • $540 Million + in sales volume | 18 + States | 75 + Transactions
  • Large Family Exchange (8 Properties) – AZ, CO, TX, UT $28,413,000
  • Visalia Plaza Shopping Center – Visalia, CA – $17,350,000
  • Tesla Service Plus – Las Vegas, NV – $10,762,886
  • Grocery Outlet Bargain Market – Kingsburg, CA – $7,442,000
  • Ross Dress for Less – West Sacramento, CA – $6,991,000
  • Starbucks, Chase Bank, ATT Strip – Lodi, CA – $6,830,000
  • Petco/Skechers Strip – West Sacramento, CA – $5,900,000
  • Multi-Tenant Strip Leased to Blaze & Salata – Mansfield, TX – $4,094,545
  • Champlain/Perrin Strip Center – Fresno, CA – $2,599,000
  • Parkwest Village Shopping Center – Dinuba, CA – $1,660,000

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Mobile
559-912-1080
Office
559-890-0322

Mike Janz

Commercial Investment Advisor

Agent: DRE# 02160119

Mike Janz is an investment sales professional with six years of experience advising clients with investment real estate assets. His focus is to help investors with the acquisitions and dispositions of retail, office, and industrial properties as well as 1031 exchanges across the country. He specializes in providing investors with in-depth analysis of current market trends, due diligence, and financial forecasting. With a proven track record of success in closing complex transactions, Mike utilizes his in-depth understanding of market trends and exceptional service to exceed client expectations.

Mike, a Central Valley native, graduated from Bullard High School and California State University, Fresno with a Business Administration degree. In between Bullard and Fresno State, Mike played baseball for Fresno City College. For Mike, weekends are about being outdoors, whether hiking, snowboarding, or surfing.

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Mobile
559-999-9829
Office
559-669-3697

Dustin Ilic

Multi-Family Investment Advisor

CA Agent License 01772625

Dustin joined The Visintainer Group to further expand the firm’s multi-family investment services platform. He has 14 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry and became a CCIM in 2014, a designation that less than 5% of agents in the industry have. He has sold over 400 units representing over $28,000,000 in sales volume throughout the Central Valley, over the last few years. His primary focus is on private real estate owners in the Central Valley and Central Coast multi-family markets.

Dustin was born and raised in Fresno and a graduate of California State University, Fresno. He was ranked Top 45 in Doubles in the Nation for the Fresno State Bulldog Tennis team from 2001-2002 and continues to play competitively throughout Northern California. He is married to Ashley and has two sons, Elliot and Jake.

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

  • Multi-Family Investment Property Acquisitions and Dispositions
  • Underwriting of Multi-Family Properties

MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS

  • Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
  • Fresno County Economic Development Corporation

NOTABLE EXCHANGES AND TRANSACTIONS

  • Oak Knoll Apartments, 80 units | Fresno, CA
  • Casa Nueva Apartments, 50 units | Coalinga, CA
  • The Estates, 46 units | Fresno, CA
  • Manning Plaza, 44 units | Parlier, CA
  • Aspen Meadows Apartments, 26 units | Fresno, CA
  • Los Pinos Apartments, 24 Units | Fresno, CA
  • Shaker Square, 16 units | Visalia, CA
  • Pontiac Apartments, 16 units | Fresno, CA
  • Saginaw Apartments, 14 units | Fresno, CA
  • Sierra Madre Apartments, 12 units | Fresno, CA

Contact

Email
[email protected]

Office
559-669-3686

Blake Blackburn

Multi-Family Investment Advisor

CA Agent License: DRE# 02191472

In 2023, Blake joined the Visintainer Group as a Multi-Family Investment Advisor. His responsibilities include identifying and strengthening new and ongoing client relationships, as well as strategic partnerships. Moreover, Blake is actively involved in evaluating properties, conducting research, and handling transactions. Dedicated to putting clients’ interests first and identifying the best possible opportunities, Blake excels in guiding clients towards realizing their immediate and long-term investment objectives.

Blake, born and raised in Fresno, recently graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara where he was an active member in the Gaucho Real Estate Association. Blake stays active as an avid skier, golfer, and scuba diver.

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