Our Team

A dynamic real estate professional with an intuitive approach to business, Cesi Pagano has proven to be a dominating force in the real estate market.  Her education, experience, and international background allow her to successfully connect with a range of individuals at every level of real estate, and her unwavering determination has propelled her–and her clientele–to consistent success.

After earning a degree in Architecture with a minor in Interior Design from Cal Poly Pomona, Cesi reevaluated her career options.  While she’s always had a passion for homes, she initially intended to forge a professional path as an architect; a career opportunity with a highly respected home builder changed her course and helped initiate her career as a successful real estate agent. While working with various home builders, Cesi gained tremendous knowledge and experience working closely with top advertising companies and design/staging companies to attract buyers to various new home communities.  During her career in new home sales, Cesi learned to provide superior customer service and was extensively trained in negotiation, marketing, and home-staging skills.  Cesi has also attained several distinguished designations and certifications which connotes a higher level of experience, education, and accountability.

Cesi has earned a reputation as one of the most trusted and respected members of the real estate community.  Her determination is tempered with a natural sense of eloquence and grace.  Her dynamism has earned the interest of clients and colleagues alike.  Though Cesi is now an elite agent in the resale market, she is still very much a sought-after consultant in the new home industry.  Cesi continues to work with builders and as a listing agent for thriving clientele while leading a group of professionals who comprise Cesi Pagano & Associates.

Backed by the tremendous resources of Keller Williams Realty, an invitation-only company, Cesi Pagano & Associates are focused on their clients’ needs and satisfaction. Since 1986, Cesi has proven to be one of the most successful realtors in the industry with multi-million dollar sales volumes yearly.  She has been awarded and honored by the real estate industry for her outstanding sales achievements, professionalism and customer satisfaction.

Cesi Pagano’s successful career is attributed to her tenacity to provide successful results and unsurpassed customer service to her clients.  When working with sellers, it is important to Cesi that her clients’ property receives maximum exposure to achieve the highest selling price.  When working with buyers, it is important to her that she finds her buyers’ dream home at the best possible value.  Her dedication and commitment to her valued clients and career are unparalleled in the industry.

Delfina was born and raised in beautiful Southern California. She received degrees from both CSUSB and University of Redlands. She resides in the Rancho Santa Margarita area with her husband and two girls where she loves to volunteer with her daughters cheer, music and Girl Scout activities. Being a resident of South Orange County for almost 20 years, Delfina has a vast knowledge of residential areas, local resources, schools and a network of vendors to ease any of her clients needs.

Specializing in residential real estate, she also has purchased, renovated, rented and sold her own properties throughout the area. Her extensive real estate knowledge brings value to homebuyers, investors, sellers and families alike. Now partnered with Keller Williams Realty in Laguna Niguel, she is backed by an amazing team of professionals who can provide legal support, workshops, updated real estate law information, an excellent escrow company, experienced title reps and reputable lenders to help her clients, purchase, sell, lease or invest in properties.

Derek Dunn has has been a licensed REALTOR for more than 8 years and has been with Keller Williams for 5 Years and he is the Team Leader of The Derek Dunn Team. He is also apart of the KW Laguna Leadership Council (ALC) and KW Mentorship Program. Derek has lived in North and South Orange County and has a deep knowledge of the surrounding communities and neighborhoods. Amongst other things, Derek has a background in Management, Training and HR Development and a vast experience working with people. In his spare time, Derek enjoys riding his Harley Davidson, playing golf, serving in his Church, and spending time with his family.

Derek is a strong negotiator and his vast experience in the real estate industry enables him to analyze various residential and commercial transactions with a systematic and comprehensive business strategy. Derek prides himself in being conscientious and perceptive; constantly monitoring current market trends, potential opportunities and risks.
 
Derek believes listening to his clients is an important part of the process, whether you are buying or selling property. Understanding your specific needs, budget and time frame allows him to provide you with a listing of properties that best fits your requirements. Derek will utilize the latest technologies, market research and business strategies to exceed your expectations

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I am grateful to have grown up in a traditional American family environment. My parents were the best role models and I constantly strive to emulate them. My dad was a General Contractor, so I naturally gravitated towards real estate. I am a detail-oriented, goal-driven person, who strives for efficiency, value, and honestly earned success. I have an appetite for business challenges and my goal is to provide the highest level of customer service. I want to provide my clients with exactly what they expect, persistence, dedication and results!

A trusted real estate expert and local specialist serving Orange County communities, Martha Haecherl is committed to providing best-in-class customer service and outstanding performance to each and every one of her clients.

Martha’s fierce work ethic and passion for real estate have quickly proven her a natural in the business, demonstrating to those who know her that it’s never too late to achieve your dreams. Never one to settle, Martha is committed to securing the highest possible price for sellers and the best possible price for buyers, backed by up-to-date market analytics and data-driven decisions.

Prior to obtaining her real estate license, Martha spent many years at Verizon Wireless headquarters in Irvine, California, working across various business functions, including marketing management and legal mitigation. Martha’s years of marketing, legal and customer communications at the corporate level provided her with invaluable experience as she worked to represent the company and brand in the most honest, reputable, and cost-effective ways, preparing her well for the client-focused career in real estate that would come next.

A native of Lima, Peru, fluent in English and Spanish, Martha has lived in the U.S. for more than 30 years and earned her B.S. in Business Administration with a marketing focus from California State University, Long Beach. When she’s not working or spending time with her husband, Larry, and two beautiful children, Grace and Noah, Martha enjoys exercise, the beauty and serenity of the ocean, and of course, watching HGTV.

15 years of customer service in my family business drove me to get into real estate. I have a passion to help people. My honesty, integrity and communication help me to connect with each and every person I meet. I have a talent for connecting with individuals, which enables me to build long term relationships in this business. Exceptional quality service is always my goal.

Tami started selling real estate in 1999. She initially began training on a team preparing purchase and sale contracts, obtaining listings, and preparing investor market analysis. Soon after she started purchasing and managing her own investment properties. With her father being in the building industry, she would either keep a property as a rental or would remodel it and flip the property. She has held her real estate license in Nevada, Washington State, and California.

As an independent real estate agent she coordinates with home buyers, sellers, and investors, to attain their short term and long term goals. Tami provides real estate investment analysis, research and present home comparables. Preparing listing and sales contracts are an important aspect of her profession.

Tami is actively involved in the design of her marketing materials and liaison with photographers, home inspectors, appraisers, lenders , and escrow companies for optimal results for her clients. She personally accompanies buyers during visits to and inspections of property, advising clients on the suitability and value of homes they are visiting.

Tami has extensive experience in both resale and new construction home sales. Offering her home staging expertise has led to excellent customer rapport and successful closings.

She has served on Keller Williams Agent Leadership Counsel from 2006-2008. During which she taught a continuous class on new home construction. Throughout the years she has won awards for units closed, volume written, top % volume written for her office, and for her support in Keller Williams belief system “WI4C2TS” Win-Win, Integrity, Customers, Commitment, Communication, Creativity, Teamwork, Trust, Success.

Her goal has always been to develop honest, long term relationships with clients. Tami treats clients as family. She looks forward to working with you.

Having spent almost 30 years helping people love where they live, Valerie is a partner with the premier Orange County real estate team, Keller Williams Cesi Pagano & Associates, to continue that passion. Having successfully overseen the
management of over 150 communities in Orange County totaling over 50,000 homes, it is Valerie’s life’s work to help people maximize their real estate investments along with finding families their dream home in
any stage of their lives.

A master at contract negotiations, client relations and strong business acumen, Valerie is committed to meeting her client’s real estate needs. Her vast experience as an executive leader in the community management, construction, and business coaching industries makes her skills a valuable asset for anyone looking to buy or sell property. Valerie is well known for her high energy, tenacity, thoroughness, and ability to swiftly get the job done personally and through her team.

Valerie has a bachelor’s in Business Administration with a minor in Hospitality from Florida State University. She volunteers for her church’s Cancer Outreach Ministry, is a volunteer business coach with Executive Coaches of Orange County and enjoys reading, running, yoga, traveling and pretty much anything outdoors.

One of her favorite quotes is, “Success is simple. Do what’s right, the right way, at the right time.”

Victoria Tupu has a vast knowledge of Rancho Santa Margarita and the surrounding area; she demonstrates the highest level of integrity and commitment. She believes that your home is your sanctuary and should be treated as such, whether you are buying your first home or seeking that dream retirement resident. She understands that your home is more than just a place to live, it's where you make long-lasting memories. Her dedication will be to help her clients navigate the often-challenging home buying and selling process, with the result only being a wonderful experience. Victoria holds a Business Administration Degree in Human Resource Management. When you combine Victoria’s real estate experience with her extensive training and background in Human Relations her clients always win.

When she is not busy helping her clients, she enjoys volunteering at her church and other outreach organizations for the homeless & food drives for families in need, with her husband Archie and her daughter Georgetta. She also enjoys hiking and spending time at the beach with their two fur babies Otto & Rambi.

I moved to California in 1998. I have been a Mission Viejo Resident for over 23 years. During this time I have gathered an extensive knowledge about all the Orange County cities. I have extended this knowledge by being part of multiple organizations, like Chambers of Commerce, Orange County Board of Realtors, Women Councils for Realtors and many volunteered time in local schools, AYSO soccer teams, Volleyball and Nadadores Swimming Club. The columniation of my involvement and efforts make me uniquely capable as a liaison to the resources and information you need to make your next critical real estate decision.

While my career as a realtor since 2001 has provided me the most vivid and applicable experience, my education and prior professional experience can also grant my clients confidence should they choose to utilize my services as their realtor?

After graduating with a B.S. degree in Nutrition, I decided to take many classes in Business and Accounting. I have learned the key to a successful transaction is communication. I learned to appreciate and respect the importance and concomitant emotion connected with each transaction and make sure all parties achieve their goals. While I hope my clients would endorse the quantitative success and results of their experience with me; you might be surprised to learn that most of my clients have also become some of my closest friends.

My promise to my clients is to put my 21 years of experience in Real Estate with my negotiation skills and education background to work for them and make sure they have a great real estate transaction. I take the stress off their shoulders and deliver a 5 star customer service.
I have a great team behind the scene that help me with my clients and make me look like a hero.