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E- Mail: rich@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
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Medellin Cell: 314 863 0621
Medellin Ofc: 312-5473
rich@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
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Rich Holman - Owner/Broker - First American Realty Medellin
Rich purchased a Medellin apartment in October 2007 and then moved there full time in November 2007. He also maintains a home in Naples, FL. His background comes from the real estate, mortgage, securities, publishing, Internet and investment banking industries. His undergraduate degree is in Chemical Engineering Management from the University of Texas and he holds an MBA from the Ohio State University. He has lived in Florida for 14 years, Atlanta, GA for 11 years, Los Angeles for 8 years and is originally from Texas where he resided for 12 years.
Rich began traveling to Medellin Colombia in 2006 and quickly realized that Medellin may be one of the world’s best kept secrets primarily due to the misperceptions caused by the international press. Not only is Medellin one of the best places to live in the world but Rich believes it may also be one of the most undervalued real estate markets. And prices should rise as the world discovers what a true paradise Medellin really is. He notes that in 2007 there has been more positive U.S. news regarding Colombia than in the previous 40 years combined.
Rich understands that American buyers of Medellin property need an honest and trusted resource. They want honesty, integrity, experience, credibility and good value. Rich and his team are dedicated to providing that type of realestate services.
The company’s goals are to answer questions, minimize risks, make the process easy, provide value and to share the dream. Whether your goal is to retire early, to enjoy a better social life, to have a great second home or to make a good real estate investment First American Realty Medellin is ready to assist you!
First American Realty Medellin - General Manager
John lived for 14 years in the US before returning to Colombia. In Medellin he attended Maria Cano University where he majored in international business. He is bi lingual and a very important part of the First American Realty team. As a paisa he provides invaluable assistance in local laws and customs. John also has been instrumental in forging valuable relationships with local realtors, developers and important business contacts.
Another area that John helps immensely is in property management and in obtaining local rental listings. He has saved First American Realty countless hours of valuable time on such things as establishing Internet connections, obtaining cedulas, dealing with local banks, paying bills and other items.
Finally, he provides great non traditional marketing ideas for the local market that are not immediately intuitive to the American business acumen. John has set the standard for the hiring of additional paisas with his dedication, dependability and work ethic
Camilo brings some great skill sets to First American Realty Medellin. He is a Paisa but lived in Florida in early 2000 and received his Florida real estate license and worked in the Orlando area for several years before returning to his home in Medellin. He is trilingual (Spanish, English and French) and has a Bachelor’s degree in International Business from EAFIT University in Medellin and an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from Florida Metropolitan University.
Having grown up and lived in Medellin, Camilo knows the real estate market here and has been invaluable in finding new listings and networking with the local business community. He has a great personality and when he is driving you around and showing you properties you should ask him to do his “Tony Montana imitation” of Al Pacino in Scarface. That alone is worth a trip to Medellin.
Norman is another example of a “paisa” returning to his beautiful city, Medellin. He is American but was born to Colombian parents in Weehawken NJ. He attended high school in that area and graduated from William Patterson Univ. in 1997 with a BA in Communications. He was an English teacher just out of college until 2004 when he became a successful REMAX realtor in North Bergen NJ. He is a Knicks and Giants fan in the U.S. and roots for DIM in Medellin.
However, in 2006 Norman became aware of the many positive changes occurring in his native country, Colombia, and especially Medellin. These are his own words, “Due to my family always instilling in me a great sense of the Paisa culture, I began traveling here frequently. What I have recently seen is amazing. There is a true renaissance in this gorgeous city that America is only beginning to take notice of. I truly believe the Real Estate here is one of the most beautiful, affordable, cost effective investments in the world right now. The good news is starting to spread and I wanted to be a part of it. This is why I joined FARM. Our broker, Rich Holman, shares the same vision that I have about living and investing in Medellin, Colombia. Once Americans see the wonderful lifestyle, culture, transportation, not to mention the beautiful people, that Medellin offers, they will be sold. It is truly a wonderful opportunity”.
Finally, First American Realty would like to say to Norman, “welcome home amigo”!
Ralph first came to Medellin in January of 2008 after hearing about the perfect climate and congenial people. He quickly bought an apartment in El Poblado, recognizing the superb value that the city represents, and resides in Medellin with occasional return trips to California. A graduate of New York University, Ralph entered US Air Force pilot training and flew fighter aircraft in Vietnam accumulating 200 combat missions. He completed a 22 year career with the California guard and later was hired by United Airlines and served on many different aircraft before completing his career as a DC-10 Captain and retiring in 2004.
Ralph attained real estate licenses in California, Arizona, Hawaii, and New York and has a thorough understanding of real estate value, taxes, and its investment potential. He has owned investment real estate for more than 30 years including both residential apartments and commercial property and believes it is the best way to accumulate wealth and protect assets. He is teamed with his wife Claudia, a Paisa who knows Medellin well and who can help with translation as well as provide a seamless transaction for their clients.
David spent 16 years in the United States in New York City and Miami before returning to Medellin to join his brother John in the property management department. David assists with apartment check-in’s and check-out’s, inventory control, rent collections, owner bill payments, photo shoots and assistance with new sales listings. He has been an invaluable addition to the First American Realty team.
Rich purchased a Medellin apartment in October 2007 and then moved there full time in November 2007. He also maintains a home in Naples, FL. His background comes from the real estate, mortgage, securities, publishing, Internet and investment banking industries. His undergraduate degree is in Chemical Engineering Management from the University of Texas and he holds an MBA from the Ohio State University. He has lived in Florida for 14 years, Atlanta, GA for 11 years, Los Angeles for 8 years and is originally from Texas where he resided for 12 years.
Rich began traveling to Medellin Colombia in 2006 and quickly realized that Medellin may be one of the world’s best kept secrets primarily due to the misperceptions caused by the international press. Not only is Medellin one of the best places to live in the world but Rich believes it may also be one of the most undervalued real estate markets. And prices should rise as the world discovers what a true paradise Medellin really is. He notes that in 2007 there has been more positive U.S. news regarding Colombia than in the previous 40 years combined.
Rich understands that American buyers of Medellin property need an honest and trusted resource. They want honesty, integrity, experience, credibility and good value. Rich and his team are dedicated to providing that type of realestate services.
The company’s goals are to answer questions, minimize risks, make the process easy, provide value and to share the dream. Whether your goal is to retire early, to enjoy a better social life, to have a great second home or to make a good real estate investment First American Realty Medellin is ready to assist you!
First American Realty Medellin - General Manager
John lived for 14 years in the US before returning to Colombia. In Medellin he attended Maria Cano University where he majored in international business. He is bi lingual and a very important part of the First American Realty team. As a paisa he provides invaluable assistance in local laws and customs. John also has been instrumental in forging valuable relationships with local realtors, developers and important business contacts.
Another area that John helps immensely is in property management and in obtaining local rental listings. He has saved First American Realty countless hours of valuable time on such things as establishing Internet connections, obtaining cedulas, dealing with local banks, paying bills and other items.
Finally, he provides great non traditional marketing ideas for the local market that are not immediately intuitive to the American business acumen. John has set the standard for the hiring of additional paisas with his dedication, dependability and work ethic
Camilo brings some great skill sets to First American Realty Medellin. He is a Paisa but lived in Florida in early 2000 and received his Florida real estate license and worked in the Orlando area for several years before returning to his home in Medellin. He is trilingual (Spanish, English and French) and has a Bachelor’s degree in International Business from EAFIT University in Medellin and an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from Florida Metropolitan University.
Having grown up and lived in Medellin, Camilo knows the real estate market here and has been invaluable in finding new listings and networking with the local business community. He has a great personality and when he is driving you around and showing you properties you should ask him to do his “Tony Montana imitation” of Al Pacino in Scarface. That alone is worth a trip to Medellin.
Norman is another example of a “paisa” returning to his beautiful city, Medellin. He is American but was born to Colombian parents in Weehawken NJ. He attended high school in that area and graduated from William Patterson Univ. in 1997 with a BA in Communications. He was an English teacher just out of college until 2004 when he became a successful REMAX realtor in North Bergen NJ. He is a Knicks and Giants fan in the U.S. and roots for DIM in Medellin.
However, in 2006 Norman became aware of the many positive changes occurring in his native country, Colombia, and especially Medellin. These are his own words, “Due to my family always instilling in me a great sense of the Paisa culture, I began traveling here frequently. What I have recently seen is amazing. There is a true renaissance in this gorgeous city that America is only beginning to take notice of. I truly believe the Real Estate here is one of the most beautiful, affordable, cost effective investments in the world right now. The good news is starting to spread and I wanted to be a part of it. This is why I joined FARM. Our broker, Rich Holman, shares the same vision that I have about living and investing in Medellin, Colombia. Once Americans see the wonderful lifestyle, culture, transportation, not to mention the beautiful people, that Medellin offers, they will be sold. It is truly a wonderful opportunity”.
Finally, First American Realty would like to say to Norman, “welcome home amigo”!
Ralph first came to Medellin in January of 2008 after hearing about the perfect climate and congenial people. He quickly bought an apartment in El Poblado, recognizing the superb value that the city represents, and resides in Medellin with occasional return trips to California. A graduate of New York University, Ralph entered US Air Force pilot training and flew fighter aircraft in Vietnam accumulating 200 combat missions. He completed a 22 year career with the California guard and later was hired by United Airlines and served on many different aircraft before completing his career as a DC-10 Captain and retiring in 2004.
Ralph attained real estate licenses in California, Arizona, Hawaii, and New York and has a thorough understanding of real estate value, taxes, and its investment potential. He has owned investment real estate for more than 30 years including both residential apartments and commercial property and believes it is the best way to accumulate wealth and protect assets. He is teamed with his wife Claudia, a Paisa who knows Medellin well and who can help with translation as well as provide a seamless transaction for their clients.
David spent 16 years in the United States in New York City and Miami before returning to Medellin to join his brother John in the property management department. David assists with apartment check-in’s and check-out’s, inventory control, rent collections, owner bill payments, photo shoots and assistance with new sales listings. He has been an invaluable addition to the First American Realty team.
CAMILO URIBE
First American Realty Sales Agent
Contact: US Calls 305 393 8872
Medellin Cell 311-341-3715
camilo@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
First American Realty Sales Agent
Contact: US Calls 305 393 8872
Medellin Cell 311-341-3715
camilo@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
Norman Angel
First American Realty Medellin Sales Agent
U.S. Landline -201 255 6014
Medellin Cell Phone - 320 673 4976
normanangel86@gmail.com
First American Realty Medellin Sales Agent
U.S. Landline -201 255 6014
Medellin Cell Phone - 320 673 4976
normanangel86@gmail.com
Ralph Lennen
First American Realty Medellin Sales Agent
US Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 316-291-6381
E-Mail - ralph@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
First American Realty Medellin Sales Agent
US Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 316-291-6381
E-Mail - ralph@firstamericanrealtymedellin.com
David Duque
Rental Coordinator
U.S. Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 312-763-2210
E-mail - dave.duque@yahoo.com
Rental Coordinator
U.S. Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 312-763-2210
E-mail - dave.duque@yahoo.com
CLARA MUNERA
Attorney LL.M. - Independent Counsel
Medellín, Colombia (her office is in the First American Realty Medellin Office Complex)
Telephone: US Landline 305-393-8872 MDE Cell 315 472-2888 MDE Office 312-5467 E-mail mcmunera@hotmail.com
Attorney LL.M. - Independent Counsel
Medellín, Colombia (her office is in the First American Realty Medellin Office Complex)
Telephone: US Landline 305-393-8872 MDE Cell 315 472-2888 MDE Office 312-5467 E-mail mcmunera@hotmail.com
CLARA MUNERA is a bilingual lawyer with experience, knowledge and training in real estate law, corporate law, international trade law and contract law. She worked as market access counsel for Everfit, doing research and comparative study and evaluation of bilateral trade agreements and trade preferences. As an attorney in the legal department of Cadenalco (merged with Exito), she dealt with contracts, real property and intellectual property law.
While working for Baker & McKenzie in Bogotá, she assisted foreign clients with the registration of their trademarks in Colombia. Previously, she worked at Ignacio Sanin´s Law firm (Medellín) handling corporate, real property and contract matters.
A fee and services schedule is available upon request
While working for Baker & McKenzie in Bogotá, she assisted foreign clients with the registration of their trademarks in Colombia. Previously, she worked at Ignacio Sanin´s Law firm (Medellín) handling corporate, real property and contract matters.
A fee and services schedule is available upon request
Joseph Greco Profile
Joe Greco is from the Seattle WA area and brings extensive experience in commercial real estate investments. His background is varied including countless home and condo renovations, apartment building ownership, condominium developments and property conversions. He also has experience with the development of retirement and manufactured home communities.
Previous to his career in real estate, Joe was part owner and founding member of several high tech startup companies. He has a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from the University of San Diego.
With a background as an investor (not as a realtor or salesman), he is always evaluating purchase and investment options from the perspective of getting the best value and creating equity after purchase. He believes that Medellin has changed dramatically in the last fifteen years, and can easily be argued as the most beautiful, modern, progressive, clean and organized city in all of Latin America. He believes that the dramatic difference between the worlds perception and the actual reality allows for exceptional investment opportunities.
Joe Greco
Commercial Partner
U.S. Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 315-547-1349
E-Mail joseph_a_greco@yahoo.com
Joe Greco is from the Seattle WA area and brings extensive experience in commercial real estate investments. His background is varied including countless home and condo renovations, apartment building ownership, condominium developments and property conversions. He also has experience with the development of retirement and manufactured home communities.
Previous to his career in real estate, Joe was part owner and founding member of several high tech startup companies. He has a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from the University of San Diego.
With a background as an investor (not as a realtor or salesman), he is always evaluating purchase and investment options from the perspective of getting the best value and creating equity after purchase. He believes that Medellin has changed dramatically in the last fifteen years, and can easily be argued as the most beautiful, modern, progressive, clean and organized city in all of Latin America. He believes that the dramatic difference between the worlds perception and the actual reality allows for exceptional investment opportunities.
Joe Greco
Commercial Partner
U.S. Landline 305-393-8872
Medellin Cell Phone 315-547-1349
E-Mail joseph_a_greco@yahoo.com