The Team

 

Scott Nell

 

 

 “What it takes to be an exceptional real estate agent is love and understanding for your community.”

I’m lucky - my life and work have beautifully dovetailed into my very own Los Angeles story, a creation in the making for the last 20 years and counting. As my involvement in the community has grown and I’ve come to know the people and faces that make Los Angeles its own kind of oasis in sunny California, I’ve become more dedicated to fulfilling the dreams of those who live here, as well as those who want to become part of its magic. I’m proud to call this vibrant city my own. More than expertise in negotiation and marketing, what it takes to be an exceptional real estate agent is love and understanding for your community. It’s just one reason you should choose me to stand by your side, and it’s the foundation of everything I do. 

 

 

 

  

Topher Keefer, Buyer and Leasing Specialist

Topher Keefer is more than just an experienced realtor; he is a personal real estate consultant you can trust.

His unique approach focuses on treating clients like family. As a result, he takes pride in maintaining relationships that enable him to be a trusted adviser for years to come.

Topher’s background gives him an edge over others in the industry. He spent more than 10 years honing his customer service skills as a country club private events planner and service director, working closely with clients and members to plan their dream weddings, celebrity golf tournaments and more.

You will not find an agent that is more positive, fun loving, honest and hardworking than Topher. "My passion in life is to help people. Whether it's finding the perfect home for a first-time buyer or getting the best net for the sale of a home, I am committed to doing what's best by my client. My goal is living up to and exceeding my clients’ expectations."

Now, as an agent with the prestigious Luxury International Keller Williams of Encino/Sherman Oaks and Sales Partner for The Nell Team, Topher leverages this talent to ensure his clients receive the best marketing and sales strategies in the business.  He is determined to tackle complex situations and create solutions that work for years to come.  

As a longtime resident of Los Angeles, Topher is the perfect choice to help buyers find the neighborhood that's right for them and provide sellers with firsthand knowledge and expertise of the current market. 

  

Eric Petz, RENE - Sales Partner / Multi-Family and 1031 Exchange Specialist

Eric Petz has consulted and trained real estate professionals around the country on best practices and procedures in the distressed property market since 2008. From short sales, REO’s, foreclosure auctions through probates, Eric has worked with and succeeded in closing over 2000 transactions throughout the spectrum of distressed assets. As a short sale negotiations expert and a designated Real Estate Negotiations Expert through the association of realtors Eric knows how to get the best deals for his clients, whether buyers or sellers. As the market shifted from distressed properties to a more balanced market so has Eric, with his current focus on multi-family investments.  Eric specializes in assisting first time real estate investors through education and experience with finding the perfect investment for their long term goals.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jonathan Daniels, Sales Associate

Jonathan Daniels has been a licensed real estate agent since 2014. He has experience working at illi Commercial Real Estate helping both landlords and tenants. He also worked at Marcus and Millichap and got extensive experience in cold-calling apartment owners throughout Southern California. Jonathan started a fix-and-flip business in 2017 flipping an incredible 35 houses and was the listing agent on over half of these transactions. He prides himself on his excellent follow-up skills, communication, and determination, always putting the client’s needs first. Jonathan’s experience in different facets of the real estate industry has set him up for success and he strives to bring his knowledge to all of his clients.

 

 

 

Will Flannigan, Buyer/Listing Specialist, Head of Probate Division, Bilingual, English & Mandarin

Will Flannigan is a Los Angeles real estate advisor and recent Team Sales Manager for a top-producing Keller Williams team in Burbank. A George Washington University graduate and former attorney, he’s known for clear guidance, strong negotiation, and steady leadership from first conversation through closing.

Before becoming an agent, Will worked in property management and development and flipped a dozen homes—hands-on experience that helps buyers evaluate condition and upside, and helps sellers prepare, price, and position a home to win the market. He also lived and worked in Taiwan and China and is fluent in Mandarin, an added advantage for many LA-area buyers and sellers.

Will serves clients across LA County with deep local expertise in Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Altadena, Arcadia, and the Hollywood Hills. His focus is simple: protect your interests, solve problems early, and make the process feel organized, informed, and as low-stress as possible.

 

 

 

 Tom Clary, Listing / Marketing Design

Tom Clary, a Los Angeles native, was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. As a resident Angelean, Tom has intimate knowledge of the Southern California region, which enables buyers to accomplish their goal of finding an amazing property, in the perfect area — and for sellers to market their homes in the most efficient, effective way possible. Tom brings to his clients the ideal combination of passion for real estate along with an extensive business ability in sales, marketing, and expert negotiation skills he gained previously as a producer in the film and television industry. He also has significant artistic talents, with experience in both photography and visual design — both indispensable elements in the successful marketing of properties. He is committed to providing excellent client services to make the process for both buyers and sellers a wonderful experience.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pat Kramer, Public Relations

Pat Kramer is a communications expert who creates original content for corporate and business entities for their outreach, marketing, and public relations efforts.  Since 1990, she has worked as a consultant to companies in healthcare, real estate, financial services, education, entertainment, arts and culture, politics, transportation, city agencies and non-profits to improve the quality of their communications materials.

Pat’s expertise emanates from her skills as a print and broadcast journalist. Over the course of her career, she’s written for the Los Angeles Business Journal, Variety, City News (City of Hope), Boxoffice Magazine, Los Angeles Times, and dozens of industry-based publications.

Today, Pat uses her skills to ghostwrite books, memoirs, professional articles and blogs for her clients. She’s co-authored or ghostwritten nearly a dozen books for independent authors, and particularly enjoys writing short memoirs for seniors, preserving their legacy for future generations.

 

 

 

Corey Walker, Marketing Manager

Corey Walker is the co-author of Instagram for Dummies, and Instagram for Business for Dummies, a how-to guide for using Instagram to market your business. She is also the owner of The Marketing Specialist, a digital marketing agency in El Dorado Hills, California. Corey works with several clients to produce social media strategies, including creating graphics and written content, advising on video, scheduling content, buying ads, and tracking analytics. She loves helping businesses achieve success in the online world! 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Raniel Luna, Social Media Marketing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Czarina Aviso, Brand & Imaging

Czarina has been a Virtual Assistant for the past 7 years and has in-depth knowledge and understanding of the real estate industry. She has been with The Nell team for 3 years now and was doing different tasks like social media marketing, basic website development and cold calling. Currently, she is responsible for branding and imaging of the team.  

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vannie Opstal, Transaction Coordinator 

Vannie Opstal is a seasoned Real Estate Virtual Assistant, Transaction Coordinator, and Social Media Manager with over five years of industry experience. She has supported a diverse range of clients across multiple states, consistently delivering organized, efficient, and results-driven support.

Known for her attention to detail and proactive approach, Vannie specializes in streamlining transactions and taking the day-to-day workload off her clients’ plates—allowing them to focus on growth and client relationships. As the Transaction Coordinator for The Nell Team, she oversees every step of the process from contract to close, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and each transaction runs smoothly from start to finish.