Client Testimonials

After owning our apartment building for more than 25 years, deciding to sell was not easy. Derrick and Daniel took the time to understand our priorities and developed a strategy that made us comfortable from the beginning. They were candid when we needed advice, accessible whenever questions came up, and exceptionally thorough throughout the transaction. Their experience and steady approach gave us confidence at every stage.

Our sale involved deferred maintenance, tenant-related issues, and several complications that could have easily delayed the transaction. Derrick and Daniel stayed ahead of each issue, kept everyone communicating, and consistently brought practical solutions to the table. They never allowed the process to feel disorganized or overwhelming. Their attention to detail and ability to keep the transaction moving were invaluable.

Derrick and Daniel helped us evaluate numerous opportunities before we found the right apartment building. Their analysis went well beyond the marketing materials. They carefully reviewed the income, expenses, rents, property condition, and surrounding market so we could understand both the immediate return and long-term potential. We never felt pressured to complete a purchase that was not right for us.

Our family needed to sell a property that had been owned for generations, and several family members were involved in the decision. Derrick and his team were patient, respectful, and excellent at explaining the process to everyone. They brought clarity to the pricing and prepared the property for the market without asking us to make unnecessary improvements. We felt well represented throughout the sale and were extremely pleased with the outcome.

Derrick’s preparation immediately set him apart. He understood the property, knew the competing inventory, and was able to explain its value to buyers in a compelling way. The marketing generated strong interest, and he handled the negotiations with confidence and discipline. We ultimately achieved a result that exceeded our expectations while closing on the timeline we needed.

I have worked with Derrick on multiple transactions and continue to rely on him because his advice is thoughtful, direct, and grounded in the market. He does not simply tell a client what they want to hear. He provides the information needed to make a sound decision and remains fully engaged from the initial valuation through closing. I would not hesitate to work with him again.

Selling one property and acquiring a replacement through a 1031 exchange required careful coordination and very little room for error. Derrick helped us stay focused on the most important decisions, communicated closely with the other professionals involved, and kept both transactions progressing under demanding deadlines. His responsiveness and command of the process made a complicated exchange significantly easier.

Derrick combines market knowledge, honest advice, and relentless follow-through. He remained personally involved throughout the assignment and handled every challenge with professionalism. We always knew where the transaction stood and felt that our interests were being protected.

Working with Derrick on the sale of our 7-unit apartment building was yet another testament to the exceptional service and expertise he consistently delivers. As a long-term client, I've had the pleasure of working with Derrick on multiple deals, and each experience surpasses the last. His professionalism, attention to detail, and deep understanding of the Glendale commercial real estate market were evident throughout the entire process. From initial consultation to closing, Derrick provided invaluable guidance, ensuring a seamless transaction and maximizing the value of our investment. What truly sets Derrick apart is his unwavering commitment to client satisfaction — making him not just a trusted advisor, but a true partner in success.

I want to express my thanks to Derrick for his professionalism and knowledge in handling both the listing and subsequent closing of my apartment complex in Glendale. To have sold it at list price — a price that I thought was actually too high — was impressive to me. I would not hesitate to recommend him to any person interested in selling their property. I look forward to working with him down the road.

It is my great pleasure to recommend Derrick Vartanian as an outstanding commercial real estate broker. I have known Derrick for a number of years and had the pleasure of having him represent me in the purchase of an 8-unit building. The level of professionalism Derrick showed throughout our transaction was unlike any other broker we have worked with in the past — we have been buying and selling apartment buildings since the 1980s, so we have been in contact with all types of brokers. Derrick made the deal absolutely pleasurable and made me feel like I was his most important client at the time.

I want to thank Derrick very much for making such great efforts, and using such wonderful and inventive tools to advertise our multi-unit properties that he just sold for us. No one made an effort like Derrick did — mailers, advertising, a complete sheet with all the P&L for buyers to understand what they were buying, plus all the time he put into explaining the market to buyers and showing the units. In our opinion there aren't too many professional real estate brokers left, but Derrick Vartanian was superb.