Roland Martin
Personal Background - Born and raised in Austria's steel industry heartland - Fluent in German, Italian, English. Some knowledge in Russian, French - Chose San Diego County as ultimate residence for the family drawn by its mediterranean charm, vibrant culture, exceptional climate, health-oriented lifestyle, and delicious cuisine Education and Professional Experience - MS in Mechanical Engineering and Business Economics - Design & engineering services, concept car development, component supply, and vehicle contract manufacturing for global automotive OEMs - Worked with leading OEMs including Mercedes, BMW, Ferrari, Porsche Real Estate Journey - Gained valuable expertise in international relocations and real estate transactions through assignments in Austria, Italy, Michigan, Germany, Russia, and California - Began investing in personal real estate upon moving to California in 2009, conducting multiple successful personal real estate transactions - Family residences in Vista, San Ramon (SF), and Carlsbad, condos in downtown San Diego (Little Italy), retained as income generating rental properties - Elevated the personal investment experience to a professional real estate career, joining Century 21 Affiliated in Carlsbad to help clients turn their real property dreams in the Golden State into reality