Our seasoned institutional advisors, with 50+ years of experience and an extensive investor network, leverage innovative marketing for top results in price, terms, and speed
Here’s why you should choose the magnify investment team
We see beyond the brick-and-mortar to analyze how property acquisition, ownership, and disposition can accelerate the success of your financial portfolio.
We take into account each investor’s unique priorities and weighted concerns for price, closure, and risk and then select assets that best complement their portfolio, income goals, and risk profile.
With our innovative and comprehensive marketing strategy, we are able to get the right buyer with the highest price, best terms, and quickest closing period.
Daniel Katz
CEO & Co-founder
CA Lic. # 02081544
Specialization / Experience
As CEO, Daniel leads the sales strategy, marketing, and analytics for Magnify. He is a Harvard MBA and former Bain consultant who has been instrumental in helping executive teams at multiple Fortune 500 companies solve critical business issues.
At Magnify, his focus is on optimizing, streamlining, and scaling the business. Coming from a highly data-driven background at LinkedIn, he has built many quantitative tools to help the team and investors better price and analyze deals.
With his expertise in strategy, finance, and negotiations, he has helped clients maximize their return on equity, reposition assets, and quickly grow their real estate portfolios.
Education
Harvard (HBS)
MBA Masters Degree
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Economics Degree
Chemistry & Management Minors
Eric Katz
CIO & CO-FOUNDER
CA Lic. # 01900078
Specialization / Experience
As CIO, Eric leads the investment team at Magnify. He specializes in representing sellers and buyers of apartment buildings across California and also has considerable experience in office and retail.
Eric is also experienced in raising capital and syndicating exclusive deals with our investor base.
He is a 1031 tax deferred exchange specialist and is an expert salesman and negotiator. He has received many awards during his career, including:
- Platinum Achievement, 2017
- Top 10% of agents in North America, 2016
- Million Dollar Achievement, 2016
- Gold Nat'l Sales Achievement Award, 2014
Education
Babson College
Entrepreneurship Degree
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
The highest ranking undergraduate program for Entrepreneurship
David Katz
COO & Co-founder
CA Lic. # 01971921
Specialization / Experience
As COO, David leads the operations at Magnify in addition to being a lead broker who actively meets face-to-face with owners of apartment buildings in the Bay Area. He has been instrumental in helping numerous clients rapidly increase their return on investment and bolster annual cash flows.
He is an expert in helping clients utilize 1031 exchanges to minimize their tax liability and improve their returns, and he is also experienced in triple-net deals and leases.
David also founded a property management company and quickly scaled it to 350+ units, giving him in-depth experience in building operations and a strong pulse on market dynamics and trends.
Education
University of Southern California (USC)
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration
As an investment advisor at Magnify, Peyton specializes in the
acquisition, disposition, and analysis of multifamily properties in the
East Bay. With a solid background in sales, accounting, and design,
Peyton brings a well-rounded perspective to her role, enabling her to
evaluate properties comprehensively and enhance their value.
Her commitment lies in creating and preserving wealth for her clients
by maximizing investment returns and offering tailored strategies.
Peyton is dedicated to guiding her clients through the intricacies of
the real estate market, ensuring informed decisions that align with
their financial objectives.
Education
Santa Clara University
B.S. in Business Management
Minor: Entrepreneurship
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Will Tharp
Sr. Investment Advisor
CA Lic. # 01984173
Specialization / Experience
As a broker on one of the most active teams in the Bay Area, Will specializes in the analysis, marketing, acquisition, and disposition of multifamily properties in the South Bay and Peninsula.
He is also adept in utilizing 1031 tax deferred exchanges.
Will is committed to helping his clients net the most money when selling at record high prices and achieving competitive terms for the sale of their property.
He ensures his clients create and preserve their wealth by providing the best investment sales, financing, property management, research, and advisory services available.
Education
Menlo College
B.S. Degree in Business Administration
Concentration in Marketing
Kyle De Mattei
Investment Advisor
CA Lic. # 02146792
Specialization / Experience
As an investment advisor at Magnify,
Kyle specializes in the analysis, marketing, acquisition, and disposition of multifamily properties in South Bay and has a strong background in construction management.
Kyle is committed to helping his clients create and preserve their wealth by providing the best investment sales, financing, property/construction management, research, and advisory services available.
He is also adept in 1031 exchanges.
Education
Santa Clara University
B.S. Degree in Finance
Minor in Real Estate
Santa Barbara City College
A.S. in Business Administration
A.A. in Behavioral Science
Will Riley
Investment Advisor
CA Lic. # 02155155
Specialization / Experience
Will is an investment advisor at Magnify with a strong finance and analytics background
He works with local rental property owners and investors to maximize their returns, guide them through regulations, and build a plan to help achieve their investment and lifestyle goals.
He specializes in real estate investment sales (residential, multifamily, and commercial) and 1031 exchanges.
Kevin specializes in investment sales in the Bay Area and is an expert in helping clients grow their portfolios and make key strategic decisions. Kevin is well versed in economics allowing him to offer appropriate insight when making portfolio changes.
With a strong understanding of 1031 exchanges, cash-out refinances, home equity loans(HEL) and home equity lines of credit (HELOC) Kevin is sure to present all options to find the most efficient course of action with the intent to yield higher overall returns.
He was born and raised in Madrid, Spain, which made him very warm, social, and easy to talk with. His fluency in English & Spanish keeps him busy with local owners in the Hispanic community.
Once an entrepreneur, Guillermo developed skills and experience in Finance, Marketing, and Negotiation. These, combined with his knowledge of Market Cycles and his Local Network, will bring new ideas and opportunities to your portfolio.
He loves to chat! So feel free to email or call him if you want a new perspective or help with an investment.