Jay was always there for us when we were looking for a house and worked with us at various hours of each day while we hastily performed our search. After choosing a house, he helped us quickly negotiate and close. His negotiation skills are very good, as they met our often hopeful requests. Moreover, finding a house with Jay is fun. While being informative, he maintains a chill demeanor. I hope he knows he's welcome to whatever party I throw in my new house.
by CreatefactsAbout
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About Jay
With over two decades of experience in the real estate industry, Jay Arana brings unmatched knowledge, entrepreneurial drive, and a deep commitment to service. Born in Manila and raised in the Bay Area, Jay began his career in the mortgage industry before founding Arana Funding—a successful mortgage and real estate firm that grew to 18 agents, helping clients across the region achieve their homeownership and investment goals.
Jay has consistently ranked in the top 1% of real estate agents in the country, a reflection of his results-driven approach, deep market insight, and tireless work ethic. From 2010 to 2018, he led Alternative Real Estate Holdings, specializing in flipping and holding rental properties. He also co-owned a construction company that renovated chapels across the U.S., further expanding his hands-on knowledge of property development and restoration.
More than a seasoned professional, Jay is someone who truly cares. His greatest passion lies in helping people—putting his clients' needs above his own, and building lifelong relationships based on trust, transparency, and results. Whether guiding a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, his client-first philosophy drives every decision.
Currently pursuing a degree in Business and Law, Jay is committed to continually growing in knowledge so he can better serve his clients in today’s dynamic real estate market. Outside of work, he is a proud father to two boys—one graduating from USC and pursuing law—and lives a life grounded in faith, family, and a love for golf, basketball, and fitness.
When you work with Jay, you’re getting more than a top-performing agent—you’re gaining a trusted partner who’s genuinely invested in your success.
Jay Arana’s expertise is exceptional! He has helped us list two of our homes and helped us purchased a new home. He’s incredibly communicative throughout the process. He promptly answered calls and emails, keeping us informed about every development. He’s always on time and gave us reliable advice. We highly recommend Jay Arana!
by PaulSegovia2I highly recommend Jay., not only have I worked Jay once, but twice. When I needed my home listed he was the go to guy and was able to get me a great deal on the purchase price. Jay"s recommended a skilled and business savvy approach of negotiations the highest offers. Which led me to continue to work with him throughout the years!
by Cherise JacksonJay has to be the most thorough agent ever. He answers all our questions and explains information with great knowledge. He was very present during the whole process of our family looking for a home, purchasing the home and (eventually) selling the home after. Jay is professional, honest, real and very enthusiastic. An absolute pleasure to work with. Feels like family.
by JASMYNNE BAYABOJay did an amazing job assisting us with our first home purchase. As first time home buyers, we had a lot of questions and didn’t know what to expect. Jay immediately put us at ease with his expertise and knowledge. From our very first meeting, we could tell he genuinely had our best interests in mind, and wanted to find the best fit for our family. He was very thorough and always quick to respond throughout the entire process. Jay went above and beyond in his research on homes within our price range. When we found our perfect home and were ready to make an offer he was very detailed in gathering relevant information on the seller and was able to determine the best approach we should take. Jay was with us every step of the way to answer any questions or put us in touch with the appropriate people. We were very impressed with his ability to identify items that would make our offer stand out in more ways than just the cash figure. My husband and I would not hesitate to work him again and recommend him to anyone looking for an agent.
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