PV Real Estate Professionals

Tony is a homegrown real estate success story specializing in luxury property sales across the South Bay from Palos Verdes Peninsula to Manhattan Beach. Accardo Real Estate Associates (AREA) is in the nation’s top 1.49% of premier real estate teams, providing an unparalleled experience for their clients which contributes to their 300+ 5-star reviews and recognition of countless industry awards for sales achievements, including Tony awarded in 2021 Realtor of the year by Palos Verdes Association of Realtors.

Their extensive market knowledge reinforces their ability to get the home sold quickly – and maximize their sale value through their exclusive fix-to-sell model in collaboration with his realtor/design wife Marina Accardo. With the team’s back-end systems and processes, Tony and the Accardo Real Estate team simplify the buying and selling process and make it feel easy while achieving success for their clients.

“ You have to have a plan to be successful. You need to earn your  client’s trust and you definitely need to be the local expert. Every day the goal is to do better than yesterday. Who you work with matters, and to be on top and win those deals for your clients, you need to have a winner’s mentality.”  —Tony Accardo

• Virginia and Les have the resources, experience, and expertise to guide you through the entire process of selling and buying your home
• Since 1980 they have provided top-tier service to clients and community
• Named citizens of the Year in 2014
• Two of Coldwell Banker’s top 500 agents among the 50,000 agents in the United States

“Our client’s best interests has always been and always will be our #1 priority” –Virginia Butler & Les Fishman

“I entrust Les and Virginia with my clients, as I know the process will meet my and my clients highest expectations.” –S.H.H Attorney-at-Law, PVE

As a partner at Vista Sotheby’s International Realty, I am excited about our unmatched ability to represent extraordinary homes. Being a South Bay Real Estate Agent for 20 years, I can offer you the tools necessary to successfully market and sell your property.

• 20 Years of Experience Selling Real Estate in the South Bay
• Masters of Business Administration-Loyola Marymount University
• 2006-2009 #1 Office Sales Agent.
• 8 Years Serving on the Redondo Beach City Council
• Featured Lecturer for Luxury Home Marketing-Top Producer Seminar, Miami, Florida
• Marketing and Sales Seminar Instructor
• My homes have been featured as “Home Of The Week” in the L.A. Times and have been featured homes on LXTV-Open House L.A. on NBC TV Channel 4

Holly is a top-tier agent who sets the standard for industry excellence. Since making a career change to real estate in 2015, she quickly climbed up to be a top performing agent, selling over 175M+ across the South Bay of Los Angeles rising to the top 1.5% realtors nationwide. Her previous executive career in product development and design has proven to be instrumental to her real estate career in the financial analysis of the market as well as the creative presentation in listing homes for sale. Call today to learn how she can help you achieve your real estate goals!

Lily Liang is the Vice-President of Strand Hill Properties, an exclusive member of Forbes Global Properties. She has been a top agent in high-end residential real estate since 1981. To date, Lily has more than $1 Billion in transaction sales.

Lily works one-on-one with her clients to market each property individually, while giving personal attention to each transaction to overcome any unexpected situations. She always tries to exceed her clients’ expectations. Lily has created a legacy in the industry through her outstanding performance and reputation for high ethics. In a more challenging real estate market like today’s, not just any agent can get the job done; an agent with Lily´s caliber and quality will really make the difference.

Lily believes that her unique background, including living and working in different countries and industries in both Asia and Europe, has given her a unique ability to work with clients from different cultures and backgrounds. Lily is fluent in Mandarin and she embraces the diversity and contributions of all cultures. Lily has gained the trust of her clients, appreciates their referrals and is now working with the second generation of her clients.

Having lived on the Palos Verdes Peninsula for over 30 years, Lily has vast local market knowledge as well as experience working with both local and international clients that sets her apart from other agents in Palos Verdes.

Lily’s professionalism, sincerity, integrity, pleasant presentation, and hard work have earned her an outstanding reputation throughout the real estate industry. It would be a great opportunity for you to work with Lily Liang if you would like to have an extraordinary experience of either selling or buying homes in the fabulous community of Palos Verdes.

Lynn Kim is passionate about helping her clients make informed decisions. She prides herself on her exceptional quality of service through constant communication and full transparency. As a result, she has become the leading top producer in the South Bay and recognized at the top 1.5% in the nation. Through helping individuals in real estate, Lynn’s greatest meaning in life was truly realized. Giving back to help others is what truly life is all about. Lynn is a major donor to the local Palos Verdes Unified School district, sponsor to our wonderful Torrance Memorial Hospital, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and the South Bay Auxiliary of Harbor Interfaith Services.

Lynn was born and raised in Palos Verdes Estates, CA. To raise her children in the same environment that she was raised in is nothing but a true blessing. After graduating Peninsula High School, Lynn went on to receive her B.A. in Political Science at the University of Southern California – Fight On!

Sharon Umansky Benton and Karen Lowe of The Umansky Team at The Agency specialize in Palos Verdes, the surrounding Beach Cities and the entire South Bay areas. Sharon graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in finance and management and has lived in the Redondo Beach and Palos Verdes area for 24 years. Raised on the Westside, Karen Lowe has been a Palos Verdes resident for 30 years. She began her career in technology sales before moving into real estate.

These ladies make a dynamic team, each bringing their own strength and personality to all areas of a real estate transaction. Drawing from the experience of team leader Mauricio Umansky, one of the top realtors in the country and co-founder and CEO of The Agency, this partnership brings hard work, determination, communication, and grit to every transaction no matter the size.

Stephen Haw is an award-winning real estate Broker who has sold over $1 Billion worth of real estate and close to 1,000 real estate transactions on behalf of his sellers and buyers. A top producing REALTOR® for over 30 years, he received the highest ranked Millionaire Agent Award at Keller Williams Realty in 2019, 2021 & 2022 , a Quadruple Platinum Award in 2018 & 2020 , and a Triple Platinum Award in 2017. Before joining Keller Williams Realty, Stephen worked for Re/Max Realty for over 20 years and received almost every award RE/MAX International has to offer, including the RE/MAX Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement Award, and the RE/MAX International Circle of Legends Award.

Stephen Haw Group, consists of a group of highly skilled real estate professionals, is consistently named #1 Sales Group at Keller Williams Palos Verdes Realty and #1 real estate team at Re/Max Estates Properties almost every year during the time Stephen was associated with the company. Stephen holds a Masters Degree in Marketing from Oregon State University. For more than 30 years, Stephen has been breaking new grounds and exceeding the expectations of his clients. His unyielding determination to make things happen for his clients creates spectacular results. From his sophisticated marketing techniques to his keen knowledge of the financial aspects of a transaction, he approaches every client’s move with the single intention of taking success to the next level.

As a long time South Bay resident, Stephen has been an expert in the South Bay real estate for over 30 years. His fluency in English as well as Chinese and Taiwanese dialects has helped many of his Sellers reach the Buyers of different ethnic background. By the same token, he has helped many of his Buyers of different ethnic background reach their American dream of owning real estate. Stephen was honored by the Chinese American Real Estate Professionals Association of Southern California for his exceptional service and production.

With integrity and determination that is simply unmatched, Stephen’s reputation in the real estate community is unsurpassed.

“ Local expert with international connections to get your property SOLD!”

Suzanne Dyer has been serving the Palos Verdes Peninsula and greater South Bay since 1990 and has continually distinguished herself as part of the Top 1% of Realtors in the U.S. for over 20 years. She has maintained that status while consistently being ranked as a 5 star agent from her customers. Suzanne has successfully closed escrow on over 1,000 homes and has represented major companies such as Toyota, AT&T, and Chevron in relocating their executives. Suzanne was featured in Los Angeles Magazine as a Super Agent by Five Star Home Professional for highest in service and overall client satisfaction and been named by Real Trends as “Best Agents in America.” She is consistently ranked in the Top 5 for Palos Verdes and is continually recognized by Wall Street Journal/Real Trends as the  Top 200 Realtors in California and Top 1% nationwide.

Suzanne understands the nuances and features of each local real estate market. She has grown her business into the ultra luxury market where she works with some of the most exclusive properties and clients in the South Bay. She recently sold the most expensive estate on the Palos Verdes Peninsula year-to-date and has the most expensive listing in Palos Verdes Estates. Suzanne serves her clients in purchasing and selling real estate in any condition and price point. She treats all of her clients with expert guidance, support, and care.

Suzanne is a longtime resident of Palos Verdes where she has grown up, raised a family, and developed a strong connection to this community. She attended Miraleste High School and went on to the University of Southern California, where she met her husband. Together, they have raised their four children here in Palos Verdes where Suzanne became very involved in every level of the school system as PTA President at Cornerstone Elementary and Palos Verdes Intermediate School, PTA board member at PV High School, board member of the Booster Club, and Trustee of the Peninsula Education Foundation.

Beyond the school system, Suzanne has served in many other philanthropic organizations. One of her most notable roles was serving as President of Sandpipers, a volunteer organization dedicated to serving the needs of the South Bay community through charitable and philanthropic programs. She is also a member of the Peninsula Chapter of National Charity League and Special Children’s League. Through her involvement in these various organizations, she has gained valuable insights into the needs and priorities of the community. She is committed to using this knowledge to effectively represent the community and work towards its continued growth and prosperity.

Suzanne is dedicated to any task at hand and strives for the end result of success. She has proven that with her family, community involvement, and career as a realtor. If you are interested in selling real estate in the Palos Verdes Peninsula and surrounding areas, put a winning real estate professional to work for you.