Property Management

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Broker / Owner of Ranch & Town and Broker Assoc with Pacific Sotheby's International Realty Located in the heart of the Village of Rancho Santa Fe. Albert offers over 25 years of residential real estate experience with additional background in design, architecture, construction and photography. Albert grew up in Rancho Santa Fe and, together with his wife and three daughters, has thoroughly enjoyed the lifestyle and culture that San Diego has to offer. Having worked with and/or managed some of San Diego's most successful real estate brokerages and marketed some of San Diego's finest homes has created a diverse skill set for representing owners with the most unique properties.

2005 - Present

Broker / Owner of Ranch & Town, Ranch & Town Realty providing property management, marketing, leasing services to property owners and investors. Also providing relocation services for tenants and local companies.

2010 - 2022

Broker Associate with Pacific Sotheby's International Realty in Rancho Santa Fe. Since 1744, Sotheby's has earned international renown as the marketer of the world's most valuable and prestigious possessions. More than two centuries later, in 1976, Sotheby's International Realty built upon that reputation by providing the premier collection of the world's finest real estate available for acquisition.

2005 - Present  fotobrava.com

Owner / Photographer - The passion for architecture and photography is a great benefit to our clientele in marketing and presentations of their exceptional and unique homes. Imagery is created with professional full frame sensor DSLR cameras resulting in high resolution photos and virtual tours.

2003 - 2005

Managing Broker / Licensed Officer with Premier Coastal Properties & DMB Realty Inc. This was an exciting opportunity to be a part of the award winning community of Santaluz and one of San Diego’s most successful custom homesite development.

1998 - 2002

Associate with Prudential California Realty in Rancho Santa Fe. The Prudential brand was the leader in sales and marketing of luxury real estate in San Diego county. Currently known as Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.

1987 - 1992

Albert obtained his first real estate license at the age of 22 in Hawaii.

The service provide was timely, precise, supportive and effective.  Much appreciated and to be  recommended.

Malcolm Bohm, President

Trialytics 

Adrienne and I purchased our home in Solana Beach with Al as our agent. It was not a typical transaction, because he was also the agent for the seller. Al has total integrity and worked for both parties, so that everyone was fully satisfied. 

The transaction was further complicated by the fact that we lived 2,000 miles away, so everything had to be done long distance. Al was very helpful in lining up the mechanical inspection, a surveyor, and a remodeling contractor, so that we did not have to be on site. He also found a very good mortgage broker, who took care of us long distance.

A totally pleasant experience and we would certainly recommend him to others. We are not planning on moving, but if we do, we would first call Al.

Stephen & Adrienne Melcher

Executive Vice-President (Retired)

Commerce Bank

Kansas, Missouri

Your service was great. Thank you so much for helping us out at the last minute. We really love the place... it's so cool.

Again, Thank you for all you did.

Sincerely,

Robin & Trevor Denman

Trevor Denman

Sportscaster 

Just a brief note to express our gratitude. As you know we had worked with several Real Estate Professionals with no progress in search for the perfect place to live and grow, when we found you... 

Well, Denise put it this way, “Al listened and listened and listened and we walked away with not a house, but a Home.” Our two daughters asked if we were going to see you again this weekend, I told them no because we found that perfect place we were searching for, little do they know that their education is going to be second to none, thanks in part to you. 

Al, thanks for going above and beyond every time.

Frank and Denise

Frank Torre

State Farm Insurance 

It was a pleasure working with Al.  While we were viewing potential properties, there was not one hint of "salesmanship."  He helped us find exactly what we were looking for with an affable, yet reserved demeanor. The definition of professionalism in my opinion.  A broker I would recommend to anyone. 

But that was nothing compared to how helpful he proved to be during the walk-through.  He displayed an immense knowledge of every single structural aspect of the property, and actually fixed a few things himself in just a few seconds.  But most importantly, I am now completely protected against things I never would have known existed in the first place, if not for Al.  He is the broker you want on your side of the deal.

Matt and Monika 

Matthew Russell

Currency Analyst

Forex Capital Markets 

My husband, children and I relocated from Naples, FL to Rancho Santa Fe, CA. During that process we went through three transactions with Al Plattner, every which one was complex in its own way.

We found Al through his very informative website and he helped us find homes starting with a rental place.

During this process he has been most helpful, professional and reassuring, in particular since we were handling a lot of this long distance. He provided us with useful information about the new area and was always available no matter how little or big our request was. 

When we were then buying and selling homes in RSF, Al again guided us with excellent advice and support through the negotiation and moving process. He managed everything on time and we knew, we had not to worry about a thing, Al would make sure all items whether it be paperwork, inspections or deadlines would be taken care of.

I am a realtor in Florida myself and my husband and I are very impressed with Al’s professionalism, courtesy and thoughtfulness. He sets an example for every real estate agent around and his approach is what we define as service to the client.

Liliane von Ruexleben

Realtor with Premiere Plus Realty in Naples, FL

Till von Ruexleben

Vice President Systems Engineer

Altiris now part of Symantec

Al Plattner recognizes the value of exceptional service. Whether the profit margin for him is large or small, his attentiveness, professionalism and his focus are unmatched. He listens, and he delivers on your preferences. When you work with Al, he works for you - with integrity and the intent to help you discover a home representing the life and lifestyle you wish to manifest. And...while you are finding a home...you will feel 'at home' while exploring the possibilities with Al.

Kristin Andress

President

Andress Consulting

Springfield, Illinois 

Al Plattner has been our real estate agent for almost a year. Within that year, we have bought a house, sold a house, and are in the process of buying another home - all through Al.

The reason why Al is our agent and friend is because he truly has our best interest in mind 100% of the time. Al is a great negotiator and does not leave a single detail to chance. Al is easy to reach and always returns my phone calls promptly. During the escrow process, Al is on top of all events and deadlines allowing me to take my mind off of the escrow process. He is truly a top notch agent, who will help relieve the stress of buying and selling a property. We are truly happy to have been able to sell our home at the price we wanted and, more importantly, be living in our dream house. Thanks, Al!!! 

Mie Kim & Jay Yun

Sales Engineer

National Semiconductor

San Diego, CA

My wife and I relocated to the Rancho Santa Fe North County area from Scottsdale, Arizona in 2001. I was fortunate enough to be introduced to Albert Plattner very early in our search. We were not easy clients, but found Albert's knowledge, professionalism and patience to be a perfect fit. After a diligent search, we are the proud owners of the home of our dreams.

Great guy, Great team and he surfs. 

Richard York

President of Launch

DMB Inc.

San Diego, CA

I want to thank you so very much for the excellent job you did selling my home in Rancho Santa Fe so quickly. I was very pleased with the price you negotiated. You did a fantastic job on the brochure and website ad and handled everything so professionally. I still do not know how you were able to satisfy all the buyer's conditions and still close the escrow in 12 days. Please pass my thanks and appreciation on to Sheila. She did an excellent job with all the paper work and other details. The two of you make a great team and I would be pleased to recommend you to anyone wanting to sell their home. Please feel free to use me for a reference, because I am a very happy client.

Sincerely, 

Richard Esgate

President

EsGil Corporation

San Diego, CA

Thank you for all the help you & Al gave us as first time home buyers in the Rancho Santa Fe marketplace. His knowledge & expertise helped us make the right decision for our family. Al was very professional and executed our purchase with the friendly attitude we have grown to love in Rancho Santa Fe. He even went beyond the call of duty a few times to help in a way that was more than we could have hoped for. We will always be grateful to you both and will trust only him with our next sale or purchase. 

Tony Lotharius

Regional Sales Manager

Indata

San Diego, CA

Al did a superb job helping us find a home. He went above and beyond on several occasions, making our transcontinental move much easier. He guided us to a house which perfectly matched our specifications, and was willing and able to work with us, while we were in Boston. A big thanks to Al for all his help. 

Dianne McKay, M.D. & Andy King, M.D.

Assistant Professor & Director of Nephrology

Scripps Green Hospital

La Jolla, CA