Our Team
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John Batsakis, CCIM | Commercial Real Estate & Mortgage Broker / DRE #01919336 NMLS #1898476
John Batsakis, CCIM is a commercial real estate broker, lender, and investor with over 15 years of experience helping Southern California apartment and commercial property owners maximize the value of their real estate. He specializes in investment sales, financing, portfolio optimization, 1031 exchanges, and long-term wealth strategies.
As one of the youngest professionals to earn the prestigious CCIM designation, John combines advanced investment analysis with real-world experience to help clients make informed, strategic decisions. His dual expertise in commercial brokerage and lending enables him to evaluate every available option—from refinancing and value-add repositioning to tax-deferred exchanges and passive investment solutions—before clients make one of the most significant financial decisions of their lives.
As an active real estate investor with a growing portfolio, John brings an owner's perspective to every transaction. He understands the challenges and opportunities investors face because he has experienced them firsthand.
John earned his Bachelor's degree in Business from California State University, Long Beach, and proudly calls Long Beach home. His mission is to help property owners build, preserve, and transition wealth through thoughtful planning, strategic execution, and trusted guidance.
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Monica English | Multi-Family Investment Advisor / DRE #02156623
Monica English is a commercial real estate advisor and multifamily investor specializing in helping apartment owners navigate investment sales, 1031 exchanges, and portfolio transitions with confidence. A Southern California native and University of California, Irvine alumna, Monica is known for her client-first approach, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to successfully navigate some of the most challenging and complex transactions.
Having closed deals that required creative problem-solving, persistence, and strategic negotiation, Monica has earned a reputation for guiding clients through situations where others may have fallen short. She simplifies complex transactions while helping property owners align their real estate decisions with their long-term wealth, retirement, and legacy goals.
As an active multifamily investor herself, Monica understands firsthand the opportunities and challenges apartment owners face. Her personal investment experience, combined with her passion for helping clients preserve and grow their wealth, allows her to provide practical, real-world guidance at every stage of the investment lifecycle. Her mission is to help clients maximize the value of their real estate while confidently planning for the next chapter of their financial future.
You've spent years building wealth through real estate. Our mission is to help you determine whether your property is helping you retire—or preventing it.
At Top SoCal Real Estate, our mission is simple: help California apartment owners make smarter decisions about their largest financial asset through objective advice, strategic planning, and retirement-focused investment solutions.