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Meet Mario,
Your local San Diego REALTOR®
Mario is a dedicated REALTOR® specializing in the vibrant San Diego real estate market, where he helps clients navigate the complexities of buying, selling, and investing in properties. With a strong passion for empowering individuals to grow their wealth and secure their financial futures, Mario leverages over 20 years of experience as a primary investor in rental properties across Florida and California, as well as his partnership in a successful real estate syndication.
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seller, or a seasoned investor, Mario offers strategic negotiating skills and a client-centered approach to help you achieve your real estate goals. He is a proud member of the Kappel Realty Group, recognized as a Diamond Level team by the San Diego Association of Realtors since 2019, and ranked among America’s Best Top 1.5% of teams in the country by the Wall Street Journal. The team combines data-driven insights with a focus on education, ensuring clients make informed decisions about their real estate investments.
In addition to his real estate career, Mario is a U.S. Navy veteran with 21 years of service, during which he held key leadership roles in launching innovative programs for the Navy’s Unmanned Maritime Systems (UMS) initiative. After retiring, he worked as a Program Manager overseeing $120+ million in government contracts by leading multidisciplinary teams to exceed customer and company expectations in terms of cost, performance, and schedule. This experience has honed his skills in Discipline, Attention to Detail, Focus, and Communication, all of which he applies to provide comprehensive support throughout the entire buying or selling process, backed by the expertise of his team, network, and brokerage.
Mario has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and a certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP). When he isn’t helping clients realize their homeownership dreams, he enjoys exploring the city, hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and immersing himself in the local watch and car culture.

Professional Services
Buyers Representative
As your Buyer's Representative, we can make the process of house hunting much easier and more efficient than if you did it all yourself.
Sellers Representative
Selling a house on your own can be a daunting task, but with Mario, a trusted real estate professional by your side, it becomes a breeze.

Areas of Specialty
Negotiations
Customer Service
Home Search
Comparative Market Analysis
Market Knowledge
Market Trends
Property Values
Neighborhood Developments
Areas Covered
California
San Diego County
All cities in San Diego

Why Work With Me?
My top-notch customer service and commitment to our clients is second-to-none.
Market Expertise
Market knowledge goes beyond simply knowing the neighborhoods. Ask me about the school district, available parking, or standard bedroom sizes in the area.
Client-Focused
Your time is valuable. That's why I will take the time upfront to understand your unique wants, needs and dislikes to ensure the rest of our time together is productive as possible.
Responsive
You have questions and I have answers. I'll make sure that you feel confident and empowered when it comes to make important real estate and purchasing decisions.
Referral Network
This industry is all about who you know. I can connect you with the top mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, home inspectors, home stagers, and more.
WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY
"We were able to find the home of our dreams and we can now walk our kids to school and feel safe. We couldn't have done it without you!"
- Adam K
“I wanted to sell quickly and at a good price. In just a few weeks, I got the price I wanted.”
- Marry G.
Mario did a great job helping me find what I was looking for in a home. Organized, knowledgeable, and friendly.”
- Craig R.