About AARE - Real Estate · San Diego
AARE (Andrew Arroyo Real Estate, Inc.) is a diversified, faith-based real estate investment and services firm headquartered in San Diego, California. Founded in 2004 by Andrew Michael Arroyo, the company offers residential and commercial sales and leasing, property management, mortgage lending, syndication, business opportunities, and a forthcoming Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). Now operating in 24–25 U.S. states with roughly 300 agents, brokers, loan officers and staff, AARE distinguishes itself with its trademarked Generous Capitalism® business model, pledging up to 20% of gross profits to charity — including faith-based and secular non-profits such as the Eye of a Needle Foundation.
AARE Real Estate Services (legal name Andrew Arroyo Real Estate, Inc., DBA AARE) was founded in 2004 in Southern California by Andrew Michael Arroyo, who had begun his real estate career as an appraiser's assistant, earned his California sales license by 1999, and became a managing broker in 2001. Headquartered at 12636 High Bluff Dr, Ste 400, San Diego, CA 92130, the firm has grown from a one-agent brokerage into a publicly traded, multi-state real estate company with operations across roughly 25 U.S. states covering about 80% of the nation's annual real estate transactions. AARE's service lines include residential sales and leasing, commercial sales and leasing, property management (residential and commercial), mortgage lending, real estate syndication, business opportunity brokerage, and the development of a forthcoming REIT. What sets AARE apart is its explicit faith-based identity and proprietary Generous Capitalism® business model. The company's stated mission is "to do God's will in the real estate sector of the public markets," and its vision is "to bear fruit which is a biblical principle that means to yield positive results." Up to 20% of gross profits (10% cash + 10% in stock, client credits, and in-kind donations) are committed to charitable causes — a policy enshrined in the company's bylaws. AARE prominently funds the Eye of a Needle Foundation and other faith-based and secular non-profits. The firm has been BBB A+ accredited since 2011, was named by the San Diego Business Journal among the fastest-growing companies and one of the 12 most significant residential real estate agencies in San Diego, and founder Andrew Arroyo was recognized by Realtor Magazine's "30 Under 30" in 2004.
- In business
- 22 years (founded 2004; BBB lists business started 1/23/2004 and incorporated 2/28/2022 as a Delaware corporation)
- Owner
- Andrew Michael Arroyo — Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer (Founder)
- Serves
- Nationwide across 24–25 U.S. states (covering roughly 80% of U.S. annual real estate transactions); locally across San Diego County including Downtown, Coastal, North County, East County, and Rancho Bernardo; additional offices listed at 7825 Fay Ave Ste 200, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Rating
- BBB A+ rating (accredited since 2011); LinkedIn employer rating 3.0/5.0 (1 review); individual agent Gary Giffin holds 15 MapQuest/Yelp reviews
Company Overview & Mission
AARE (Andrew Arroyo Real Estate, Inc.) was founded in 2004 by Andrew Michael Arroyo in Southern California. The company's stated mission is 'To do God's will in the real estate sector of the public markets.' Its vision is 'to bear fruit which is a biblical principle that means to yield positive results for our clients, agents and God.' The firm's stated objective is 'to establish a global real estate corporation based on our Generous Capitalism® business model.' AARE operates as a public company (Andrew Arroyo Real Estate, Inc., a Delaware corporation), with about 300 members including agents, brokers, investors, property managers, loan officers and shareholders, and operates nationwide across 24–25 U.S. states.
- Legal name: Andrew Arroyo Real Estate, Inc. (DBA AARE)
- Founded: 2004 in Southern California
- Headquarters: 12636 High Bluff Dr, Ste 400, San Diego, CA 92130
- States served: 24–25 U.S. states (~80% of national transactions)
- Members: ~300 agents, brokers, loan officers, managers and staff
- Company type: Public (Delaware corporation)
Faith-Based Identity & Generous Capitalism®
AARE explicitly brands itself as 'the world's first publicly traded, faith-based, global real estate firm' — wording used in the company's investor presentations and press kit. Its trademarked Generous Capitalism® business model commits up to 20% of gross profits to charitable causes: up to 10% in cash contributions to non-profits and up to an additional 10% in stock grants, client credits, and in-kind contributions. AARE's corporate values are listed as faith, relationships, accountability, integrity, truth, honesty, trust, standards of excellence, communication, work-life balance, morals, ethics, loyalty, gratefulness, success and rewards. Charitable recipients include the Eye of a Needle Foundation and other faith-based and secular non-profits.
- Self-description: 'world's first publicly traded, faith-based, global real estate firm'
- Business model: Generous Capitalism® (trademarked)
- Charitable giving: up to 20% of gross profits per transaction
- Signature charity: Eye of a Needle Foundation
- Corporate values: faith, relationships, accountability, integrity, truth, honesty, trust, standards of excellence, communication, work-life balance, morals, ethics, loyalty, gratefulness, success, rewards
- Charitable-giving policy codified in company bylaws
Real Estate Services
AARE describes itself as 'a one-stop shop for all your real estate needs.' Its primary service lines span residential sales, residential leasing, commercial sales, commercial leasing, residential and commercial property management, mortgage lending, real estate syndication, and business opportunity brokerage. The firm is also developing a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) — described in the company timeline as 'the first Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) of its kind with community focus in mind,' designed to let individuals invest in institutional-grade properties while staying aligned with the company's values.
- Residential sales
- Residential leasing
- Commercial sales
- Commercial leasing
- Residential property management (AARE Property Management)
- Commercial property management
- Mortgage lending
- Real estate syndication
- Business opportunities
- REIT (forthcoming/launched)
Service Area in San Diego
While AARE operates nationwide in 24–25 states, it maintains a strong San Diego County presence with dedicated teams covering multiple sub-markets. The company's website lists specific San Diego service regions: Downtown, Coastal, North County, East County, Rancho Bernardo, and the broader San Diego County.
- San Diego County
- Downtown San Diego
- Coastal San Diego
- North County San Diego
- East County San Diego
- Rancho Bernardo
- Coverage goal: all 50 states plus global expansion
Leadership Team
AARE's executive team is led by founder Andrew Michael Arroyo, who serves as Chairman of the Board and CEO. Mr. Arroyo has been personally involved in more than a billion dollars of real estate transactions across a 23-plus-year career and is personally licensed as a managing broker in 24 states plus the District of Columbia. Additional executives oversee lending, commercial real estate, finance, brand, communications, administration, and humanitarian initiatives.
- Andrew Arroyo — Chairman & CEO (Founder)
- Derek Barksdale — Senior Lending Director ([email protected])
- Michael Corbosiero — Executive Director of Commercial Real Estate ([email protected])
- Clark Anctil — Finance Director ([email protected])
- Craig Yuill — Corporate Brand Director ([email protected])
- John Windscheffel — Communications Director ([email protected])
- Tiffany Mohler — Administration Director ([email protected])
- David Malme — Humanitarian Director ([email protected])
San Diego Team Agents
AARE's San Diego-area professionals include REALTOR®-designated agents and property managers covering the company's regional sub-markets. AARE's agent recruitment materials state that its agents 'have been hand selected from over 17,000 Realtors in San Diego' based on experience, morals, ethics, and client satisfaction.
- Lexie Poppleton — REALTOR®
- Leticia Torres
- Jeff Weber & Aurora Ruiz
- Rick Verdugo
- Mathi Panneerselvam
- Clifton Stanton
- Gary Giffin — REALTOR®, Five Star Real Estate Agent (San Diego Magazine, 2010–2022)
Company Timeline & Growth
AARE's published timeline documents key milestones from its founding as a single-shareholder, faith-driven enterprise to a public, multi-state company. Recent highlights include diversification into a full-service firm, expansion into 25 strategic states, transition to public ownership, and the launch of its community-focused REIT.
- 2004 — AARE founded by Andrew Michael Arroyo in Southern California
- Diversification — expansion into residential, commercial, lending, property management, business opportunities, and syndication
- Public-company transition — welcomed first group of shareholders
- National expansion — operations established in 25 strategic U.S. states (covering ~80% of national transactions)
- REIT launch — developed the first community-focused Real Estate Investment Trust of its kind
Credentials, Awards & Reputation
AARE has built a track record of industry recognition and accreditation. The company has held BBB A+ accreditation since June 30, 2011, and has 22 years in business per the Better Business Bureau. Founder Andrew Arroyo was featured in Realtor Magazine's '30 Under 30' in 2004, and AARE was named by the San Diego Business Journal among the fastest-growing companies and one of the 12 most significant residential real estate agencies in San Diego. ActiveRain materials reference over 1,000 satisfied customers over 15 years.
- BBB A+ Accredited Business (since 6/30/2011)
- 22 years in business (BBB)
- San Diego Business Journal — Fastest Growing Companies
- San Diego Business Journal — One of 12 Significant Residential Real Estate Agencies in San Diego
- Realtor Magazine '30 Under 30' (2004) — Andrew Arroyo
- 1,000+ satisfied customers reported (over 15 years)
Competitive Advantages (per AARE)
According to AARE's investor and recruitment materials, the company highlights seven competitive advantages that distinguish it from other real estate firms.
- Culture — faith-rooted, values-driven organization
- Equity Compensation — innovative plan letting members share in company success
- Multiple Revenue Streams — residential, commercial, lending, property management, syndication, business opportunities under one roof
- Generosity-Based Business Model — Generous Capitalism®
- High Growth Potential — operations in 24–25 states with global ambitions
- Experienced Executive Team
- Intellectual Property — proprietary systems, strategies and processes
Contact & Press Information
AARE can be reached through its toll-free phone line, general info email, and a dedicated media email. The company maintains a press kit including executive profiles, fact sheets, and annual reports.
- Toll-free phone: 888-322-4368 (888-32-AGENT)
- General email: [email protected]
- Media email: [email protected]
- Headquarters: 12636 High Bluff Dr, Ste 400, San Diego, CA 92130
- La Jolla office: 7825 Fay Ave Ste 200, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Annual reports and investor presentations available at aare.com