Jay Martinez

Jay Martinez and Gilbert Dirige (Jay and Gil) ranked #1 team out of 100+ agents for the first quarter and #2 overall top producing team in 2018 at the Compass Sunset Strip office. Our team has rapidly risen to the top through its commitment to understanding its clients and their long term goals. We have the rare ability to put together the right plan for success, whether it be preparing your home strategically for a successful sale at the highest possible price or helping you find and negotiate your next dream home maximizing your chances of winning in LA's competitive market. Our past clients have repeatedly praised us for providing results where other agents had failed (we partly specialize in re-listing properties and getting them sold.) Our success at delivering results is deeply rooted in our commitment to "jumping" when our clients expect us before during and after the sale or purchase of your home. This commitment is really a declaration of how much we care for our clients' lives and their success in real estate - your home is our passion (Jay and Gil's motto) - and we want to be the resource you think of for all your real estate needs for life (Selling, buying, remodeling, Refinancing, Buying/Selling out of state, you name it we have an extensive network in all these to help you.)

Jay's multi-faceted international background, business acumen, and creative mindset make him a true forerunner in the industry. Before making the move to Los Angeles 12 years ago, Jay lived and traveled over four continents, and speaks French and Spanish fluently. Prior to being invited to join John Aaroe Group in 2014 (acquired by Compass in 2019), he took on - early on in his real estate career - team leader roles at two top producing firms at Sotheby’s International Realty and Keller Williams Realty Hollywood Hills, upholding the highest standards of communication and service for clients. Armed with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Marketing and Finance with a minor in Civil Engineering, Jay conducts a logical and calculated approach when analyzing properties and clients' needs, and understands the importance of providing thorough and true market analysis to sellers and buyers in order to maximize their investment. His added technology background enables him to launch aggressive, multi-media and multi-platform marketing campaigns, to move properties fast in an even faster-moving real estate market. Jay's emphasis on clear communication and always putting his client's interest first are the staples that have grown his repeat business over the years