They say it’s hard to find a native Angelino nowadays, but when you do, you’re unlikely to find a better real estate expert when it comes to SoCal’s changing market. And no one knows South L.A. better than E.J. Hawkins.
E.J. has a passion for his clients, family, and community that runs deep in his veins. Born into a family that once owned the most land in South Los Angeles, E.J. grew up witnessing how intertwined real estate was with everyday life. He began managing his family’s retail and multi-family properties at the age of 18, and when he became aware of the direct impact real estate had on his community, he knew he’d found his calling.
E.J. quickly transitioned into sales and investing, and eventually to an array of development projects in Los Angeles County and across the U.S. By 2003, he had become known for his client-focused service and was already a top producer, a title he has consistently maintained throughout his career.
Honesty, integrity, and love for his community are the energetic forces that continue to drive E.J. to enhance his clients’ quality of life. Their needs are paramount to him: Even during the Great Recession, he was able to protect his clients’ investments and maintain his company’s portfolio. This experience paved the way for his current business strategy—currently managing 500+ investments of his own—and gave him the skills to navigate his business, and his clients, through uncertain times.
To see more of E.J. Hawkins and his Orion Real Estate team’s current listings, head to his California Listings profile by clicking here.