for Berkeley City Council
Housing. Health. Hope.
“Sombrero Agent”
Hello! My name is John Anthony Espinoza
also known as
“Sombrero Agent”
I am a UC Berkeley Transfer Student studying urban planning, a Real Estate professional, and Candidate for
Berkeley City Council District 7, who stands for attacking the affordable housing crisis, confronting injustice, and helping families find economic prosperity.
National Construction Alliance Board Director
UNITE HERE! Local 11 Union Member
NAHREP Government Affairs Director
University of California Berkeley, Urban Planning/ISF B.A.
A.L.S. Found. & Hope Loves Company Children's Camp Volunteer
Family Re-Unification Volunteer
Habitat for Humanity Home-Building Volunteer
CA YIMBY Volunteer
Housing Action Coalition Member
CA Lawyers Association Member
Braille Institute for the Blind Children's Charity Organizer
Pro-Housing & Public Transport Organizations Advocate
City Councils Speaker (San Fernando, LA, Santa Clarita)
Planning Commissions Speaker (Berkeley, San Fernando, LA, Santa Clarita, Oakland, San Francisco)
California Association of Realtors Member
Bay Area Rapid Transit Board Attendee/Speaker
Los Angeles Metro Board Attendee/Speaker
3x Homeownership Conference with gov't officials, Washington DC.
4x C.A.R Housing Legislative Day with gov't officials, Sacramento
6x National Real Estate Convention, San Diego
I believe that development of more affordable family housing revitalize America's economy and create a healthier, more unified society.
Over my career, I have guided many Renters into becoming Homeowners and helped growing families find their piece of the American Dream!
English 🇺🇸
Español 🇲🇽
Basic Mandarin Chinese CH
Realty of America, Inc.
Cal DRE # 02090333
Client Testimonials. In over 8 years of my real estate career, I have helped many renting families into proud homeowners all over California!
“Sombrero Agent” did an amazing job! He was speedy, professional and charming! John went above and beyond to help us find our perfect home. We are super glad to have met him and will definitely be recommending John to friends and family in the future.
Shana E. Oakland, CA
Working with "Sombrero Agent" was such a great experience. From the beginning he was nothing but helpful to my family and I. John made us feel comfortable and treated us like family. We felt we were in the best of hands because he truly showed us that he had our best interest at heart. We couldn't be anymore grateful to “Sombrero Agent” for helping us make our dream come true!!
Sidney R. Los Angeles, CA
John did an outstanding job assisting us with the purchase of our house. He was very involved in all aspects of the house. He was friendly, responsive, set up regular check- ins, and always gave great advice. You should absolutely work with “Sombrero Agent”
Omar T. Palmdale, CA
John did an outstanding job helping my family and I complete our first home purchase. We were very nervous and worried about the process, but he was incredibly knowledgeable and patient, and his determination to help us with any concern or issue was absolutely life changing. Aside from the amazing efforts, John offered and helped my family and I relocate to our new home and assisted us in any way he could. I will definitely be purchasing another home from the Sombrero Agent and 10000/10000 recommend anyone else to do the same
Nayeli O. Los Angeles, CA
John was amazing! I couldn’t have been more happy with his support, dedication, and experience. I’m a first home buyer and he supported me through the entire process. He was extremely sharp in negotiations and provided innovative strategies for making a competitive offer and closing the deal. He was very responsive and in constant communication with me. He also has all the best contacts! He made the entire process seamless. I can’t wait to buy my next property with “Sombrero Agent”
Tricia L. Torrance, CA
Fell in love with a home that was already in escrow but a miracle happened it fell off escrow and our backup offer kicked in immediately! John was on top of his game and made it happen. Thank you “Sombrero Agent”
Erika L. Agua Dulce, CA
"Hats Off To Your New Home!
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