About Us

About Us

Improve Property Performance, Simplify Property Ownership

Borba Property Group was founded in 1986 by real estate professionals Valquirio (Val) and Maria Borba. The Borbas were already veterans in the California real estate investment market but operating a business like Borba Property Group was a new challenge. In over three decades of business, the company grew from a small start-up to a large apartment property management firm, managing over 4000 residential units. The company remains family-owned and local, run today by the second generation, the brother and sister team Michael Borba and Sonya Borba.


Borba Property Group is dedicated to quality residential building management. You can rest assured that every employee of the company and every contractor that works with us is knowledgeable and skilled. No matter how large the company grows, we always value our relationships first, and you can be assured you will receive great service and a friendly smile.

Our Core Values

WORK WITH YOUR HEAD AND YOUR HEART. Be passionate. Pursue learning. Practice consistent commitment to everyone.           

EMBRACE THE FAMILY SPIRIT. This is our home away from home. Have fun. Play as a team. Acknowledge that there is a greater power that moves within this company.

TREAT EVERYONE WITH RESPECT AND DIGNITY. Be authentic, be humble, be grateful. Practice consistent stewardship. Genuinely enjoy helping each other. 

BE REMARKABLE. Make a difference every day. Work hard. Be an ambassador. Seek to constantly improve. Be an enthusiastic spirit. Strive for excellence. 

DO THE RIGHT THING. Live with integrity. Take ownership. Be accountable even when no one is looking. Exercise mindfulness. Be someone people can trust.

GREAT PEOPLE MAKE A GREAT COMPANY. Remember that success is achieved collectively and not individually. Nurture your personal and professional life, and each other. 

Our Mission

To inspire moments of happiness through creating home. There is a greater power that moves within this company, the power to serve all we come in contact with. We aim to create value by making a difference in the lives we touch. We. Deliver. Excellence.
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Our Team

Val Borba

Valquirio Borba

C.F.O, Board Treasurer

Valquirio, or Val, is the co-founder of Borba Investment Realty, Inc. Val is a licensed real estate broker and a graduate of California State University Fullerton with a bachelors and an MBA in accounting and finance. Val has an esteemed reputation among clients, family, and friends as being an astute accountant and finance guru, and a trustworthy and loyal figure. DRE#00775006

Michael Borba

Michael Borba

C.E.O, Board President


Michael has been working in the family business since graduating with his bachelor’s in finance from his father’s alma mater, California State University Fullerton. More recently Michael graduated with his MBA from USC. Michael is also a licensed Real Estate Broker and a Certified Property Manager. He is a golf enthusiast, avid cyclist, and proud husband and father of two sons. DRE#01380572


Maria Borba

Maria Borba

Board Secretary

Maria is a co-founder of Borba Investment Realty, Inc. Maria is a licensed real estate agent and was well known for being a Top Producer at the brokerages she worked for. Maria is a great communicator and manager. Though she is semi-retired, she still has responsibilities in the maintenance department. More importantly, as the company cheerleader, she can always offer an ever-important morale boost.

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Sonya Borba

C.O.O, Board Vice-President


Sonya is a Realtor with over 25 years of experience in sales and service. She has an MBA from Pepperdine University. She is the latest Borba to join the Borba team with enthusiasm and passion, bringing her extensive management and leadership experience to the table. Her goal is to create a company culture and brand that associates, vendors, clients, residents are proud to be a part of. DRE#01112236


Aurora Vaz

Herb Cuyong

Director of Accounting


Herb joins Borba Property Group as the Director of Accounting. His background includes a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance from San Beda College; his Masters Degree (MBA) from Hope University. Prior to Borba, Herb worked in various industries such as hospitality, manufacturing, education and commercial Real Estate in a similar capacity. When he isn't crunching numbers, he loves to cook for his family and friends. On weekends you'll find him doing DIY projects or on the courts shooting hoops.


Aurora Vaz

Aurora Vaz

Accounting Manager


Aurora joined the Borba team in 2009, and she is responsible for every facet of accounting. She manages and oversees the daily operations of the entire accounting department. She works promptly and efficiently with property owners, managing brokers and loan officers. Aurora is also responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. She holds high expectations of herself and her team. She is a valuable member of Borba Property Group. She enjoys traveling, reading and spending time outdoors (especially boating) with family and friends during her free time.


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Earl Mamengo

Accounts Payable Specialist


Earl received his college degree in the Philippines where he studied Business with an emphasis in Accounting. He follows in his Dad's footsteps, who was an Accountant as well! Earl believes that if it wasn't for Accounting, he would have majored in literature and been a writer. Instead, he spends his free time reading. He really enjoys watching films, and even plays the guitar now and then. When asked if he can cook, Earl responds "I can't, but I make a mean cup of instant noodles or a very savory fried egg".


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Cindy Lai

Accounts Payable Specialist


Cindy joins the Borba team in the accounting department as and Accounts Payable Specialist responsible for the support paying bills, performing check runs and assisting with administrative Accounting tasks as needed. She enjoys traveling, shopping, and spending time with family and friends get together singing karaoke for free time. When she gets on the mic her favorite karaoke songs are Vietnamese karaoke songs!


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Rebekah Woerz

Accounts Receivable Specialist


Rebekah has a B.A. in International Studies and an AA in Accounting. Before coming to Borba, she was employed as an Accounting Clerk and prior to that, a preschool teacher for several years. She likes accounting because there’s always a challenge to solve; clean and balanced books are satisfying to Rebekah.


When she isn’t crunching numbers, her creative side lends itself to sewing and making nail art. She loves to travel and even lived in Japan for one year! Most of all, she loves lounging on the couch watching reality TV with the boyfriend, two kitties and leopard gecko.


Diane Hernandez

Diane Hernandez

Customer Care Manager


Diane came to Borba with very little property management experience, but more than her fair share of customer service experience. She has been a manager and trainer in the food service industry. Her training at Borba has included a Fair Housing Certification and she looks forward to earning more. Diane says that "working at Borba has given me the opportunity to expand my knowledge and learn about the process and details of what goes on behind the scenes of property management; there is something new to learn every day. But most of all I love being able to build that trust with residents who need help".


Her goals for the near future are to get a Psychology degree and a real estate license, which she plans make that her main focus within the next years. Later, she plans to use the Psychology degree to be a counselor that works to help kids learn and grow in their day-to-day lives. Outside of Borba she is always on the move, whether it's trying a new restaurant or food, going to a different city, or meeting new people. She thinks of herself as adventurous and outgoing, and always willing to try something new.


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Cecilia Moran

Customer Care Specialist


Cecilia is a part-time student at Compton Community College majoring in Business Management. She has over 10 years of experience in the customer service industry. In 2011, Cecilia was certified as a medical assistant and in 2012, as a makeup artist. Cecilia states "I love my job, mostly because I never stop learning. I love helping others and offering the best customer service possible." Her future goals include graduating college and traveling to New York, Paris, and Thailand. Her favorite music ranges from the oldies but goodies , rap, R&B and pop. Cecilia loves spending time with her nieces, brother and family.


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Adriana Santana

Customer Care Specialist



Adriana has six years of customer service experience; her first job being in the food service industry. She has her Associate of Arts Degree in English and her hobbies are brunching with friends, cooking and collecting tote bags! At home, she jams out to her favorite types of music: alternative and indie rock.


Raquel Gonzalez

Raquel Gonzalez

Director of Property Management


Raquel Gonzalez has been in the property management industry for over 20 years. She excels at managing and mentoring neighboring managers. Raquel oversees a portfolio of properties and their respective employees. Her duties include overseeing collections, budgets, financials, field inspections, marketing, leasing and supervising rehabs of the communities. Raquel holds her Certified Apartment Managers designation (CAM) and was awarded Property Supervisor of the Year in 2003 and 2006 by the Apartment Association of California Southern Cities. She is also Fair Housing Certified and holds an EPA Renovator Certification. Raquel’s positive attitude, leadership skills, and infectious enthusiasm make her a spot-on fit at Borba Realty. DRE#01994252


Leo Tamayo

Leo Tamayo

Property Supervisor

Leo is responsible for managing the maintenance crew and apartment turnover maintenance. He makes sure that our clients get the best prices on quality maintenance, and that our new tenants move into pristine well-maintained homes. He is known for his can-do attitude and professionalism.

Genaro Luna

Genaro Luna

Property Supervisor

Genaro is a Property Supervisor who is known for being a team player. He is responsible for approximately 400 units at Borba Realty and can be counted on to be professional, courteous, and get the job done. When he’s not working with clients and residents, he continues to use his teamwork skills on the soccer field. Defense is his specialty.

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Patricia Aguiluz

Property Supervisor

Patricia is a seasoned Property Supervisor with over 18 years of experience in the field. She is CAM certified, CHPP certified, is a licensed real estate agent, and was awarded Property Supervisor of the Year by the Apartment Owners Association in 2016. She excels in problem solving, exudes strong analytical skills, is a team player, and is superb in project management. Her calm and professional demeanor makes her a strong member of the Borba team. When not working, she is extremely involved in her community and at home.

Melissa Armenta

Melissa Armenta

Property Supervisor

Melissa is a get-it-done team member that started at Borba in the Maintenance department, was promoted to the Maintenance Manager, and recently promoted to Property Supervisor. She has exceptional communication skills, is organized, reliable, and gets the job done. When she is not taking care of our residents and clients, she loves to cook, read horror books, do arts and crafts, and sew. She loves movies, especially horror and loves movies from the '50s and '60s. Music is always in the background, especially if it's rock, 80's, country, reggae, R&B, rap, hip hop or Spanish. On the weekends, she hangs with some of her favorite people - her young nephew, cousins, or friends.

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Alejandra Reynoso-Priego

Property Supervisor


Alejandra's six years of experience in customer service make her a perfect fit at Borba. She started at Borba as a part-time receptionist and quickly asserted her skill set: a team-player, positive outlook, interested in new ways to do things. She is thorough, has a can-do attitude and has high expectations of herself and others, making her a great fit for Borba as a Property Supervisor. Alejandra grew up in Long Beach and attended Cabrillo High School. On her time off, she loves to visit Chinese or Thai restaurants, play with her dog, go dancing, or make memories with family and friends.


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Desirae Llanas

Property Supervisor


Desirae has worked in the service industry for over 10 years, 6 of them in a check cashing store as an Assistant Manager. Desirae loves engaging with others and is considered "nice" on another level! In her free time, she loves following tutorials that show her how to make new dishes for her family. Best of all, she loves being a mom, and buys matching outfits for her and her daughter.


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Marisol Ruiz

Property Supervisor


Marisol Ruiz is an experienced, results-driven Property Supervisor with over 15 years of dedicated service in this industry. Her career is defined by the successful management of 1000+ units and an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service. She is firm in her belief that a key aspect of property management is ensuring the satisfaction of both residents and property owners. Throughout her career, she has made it her mission to prioritize customer service, creating positive living experiences for residents while optimizing returns for property owners. Her approach to property management is a fusion of experience, dedication, and a keen understanding of the industry's ever-evolving landscape. Marisol is passionate about building strong, lasting relationships with both residents and owners, making her a trusted partner in the world of property management. She currently holds a real estate license and is studying for her Brokers License with the hope of achieving this goal by the beginning of next year.


Esther Barba

Sandy Perez

Property Supervisor Assistant

Sandy is new to property management, but very well versed in customer service and people management. Her skills as a manager in the fast food industry make her a shoe-in for Borbas fast paced maintenance department. Sandy is very energetic, personable, and organized. She has the ability to work well with others to achieve department objectives.

Melinda Vega

Melinda Vega

Director of Property Operations


Melinda has been in the Real Estate and Mortgage industry for over 21 years, and management and marketing for over ten years. She has her associates degree in Business Management from Fullerton College. She joined the Borba team to manage the marketing of vacancies. For fun, Melinda has a variety of hobbies: sewing, cooking, and furniture rehabbing. She adores fine dining with her husband and paddle boarding with her family at the beach.


Yesenia Soto

Yesenia Soto

Leasing Manager


Yesenia comes to Borba as a Receptionist/Office Assistant with two years of experience. She greets walk-ins warmly, and services over the phone with a smile. Yesenia prides herself in being a team player, responsible, and a reliable member of Borba. She likes to help others, and you can count on her for exceptional customer service.


Mele

Mele Fernandez

Leasing Specialist


Mele is a force - you will almost always find her laughing! Her spirit is contagious, and she brings this very important element to Borba. She is a multi-tasker, and loves to connect with people. She has had various positions in customer service prior to Borba and brings those skills to the Leasing department. She enjoys working and puts 110% into it.


Yesenia Soto

Jackie Chairez

Executive Assistant


Jackie comes to Borba with extensive knowledge in customer service. Her service background is extensive, specifically managing high volume calls; her tenure at Toyota prepared her for the call volume at Borba and gave her the experience needed to assess quickly while maintaining and exceeding service standards.


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Alma Escalante

Leasing Coordinator


Alma considers herself passionate, determined, hard working and easy going – a perfect combo for Borba’s Leasing department! She loves helping people find their homes and she especially loves doing this at Borba, where she says it’s a fun and welcoming environment. Alma is always open to new things and learning along the way. In her spare time she loves shopping and baking, a lethal combo!


Alma Cordoba

Alma Cordoba

Maintenance Coordinator


Alma is a very seasoned Maintenance Coordinator; her calm and composed demeanor make her the perfect problem solver for our clients and residents. Alma is a hardworking and dedicated professional who values the importance of a strong work ethic. When she isn't solving maintenance challenges, she is enjoying her family, attending live music concerts, and indulging in the excitement of a casino.


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Yvette Llanas

Maintenance Coordinator


Yvette comes to Borba from managing approximately 30 associates at a favorite and very well-known fast food eatery. Her 7+ years' experience as a leader helped her learn how to have fun on the job, while getting the job done and guiding her team members down the right path. Yvette is known for being organized and for her customer service skills. When she isn't in the office, you will find her baking cakes and cookies with her little ones.


Michelle Lima

Michelle Lima

Maintenance Coordinator


Michelle worked in the real estate industry for 11+ years as a Relocation & Marketing Director for Century 21. She managed, supported and educated over 100+ sales agents helping with marketing strategies to improve sales. Her favorite hobbies include spending time at home entertaining friends and family, weekend getaways, hunting for rare furniture/antique finds, trying new cooking recipes with friends, and being a mommy to two of the coolest kids around.


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Kimberly Llamas

Maintenance Coordinator


Kimberly started with Borba as an Office Assistant and moved quickly into leasing functions and currently in the maintenance department. Her 10-year career in Customer Service ranges from greeting guests to being a lead customer care associate. Fun fact: Kimberly is certified in blue-print reading and working toward a home inspection and residential building code certification. In her spare time she likes to read, enjoy days with family especially her daughter, and try new foods and treats, confirming “I always try something at least twice!”


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Ruth Otero

Maintenance Coordinator


Ruth is currently working on her certificate for Business Management and Administration; prior to working at Borba, she worked in retail for approximately eight years doing visuals and merchandising before making the switch to property management. This industry is new to Ruth, but what she loves the most about property management is being able to service residents knowing that in end, they will be happy once maintenance work is completed. In her downtime, Ruth reads mystery books and tries new eateries with friends and family. Her favorite weekend trips are to San Diego, Santa Barbara and national parks like Yosemite. She is known to binge on a good Netflix or Hulu series or anything that has to do with mystery or criminal justice. Favorite show? Criminal Minds!


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Jerry Gutierrez

Maintenance Coordinator


Jerry has been in the customer service industry for all of his career! His optimism and positive mindset make him a great addition to Borba's maintenance team where he serves residents with a smile. Jerry is a massive animal lover, but has a soft spot in his heart for golden retrievers and chihuahuas - his favorite! When not at Borba, Jerry enjoys cycling with his friends.


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Keith Thomas

Maintenance Technician


Keith joins Borba Property Group with over 35 years of maintenance experience! His specialties include electrical, cabinetry and all home improvements. He is licensed as an Electrician and General Contractor as well. You will always find Keith with a smile on his face. When he isn’t working, he is surfing and spending time with his family.



Gregorio Marin

Gregorio Marin

Maintenance Technician

Gregorio is one of the most tenured associates at Borba. He is in the field daily and serves tenants with a smile. He is extremely knowledgeable about electrical issues, plumbing, and general maintenance.

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Rodolfo Valenzuela

Maintenance Technician


Rudy has 25 years of maintenance experience and was even a maintenance supervisor with a property management company for 10 years. He has many traits and can do it all from electrical to plumbing! When he isn’t working he can be found listening to music and/or barbequing,

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