
Why Charles & Farryl?
Carmel Valley Specialists, 9 out of 10 homes we list are in Carmel Valley.
Sales team includes full time administrative staff, transaction coordinator, marketing and graphics specialist.Customized Marketing Program – designed specifically for your property and to meet your selling objectives.
50 agents who work out of our office and will see and promote your property on a daily basis not to mention the high volume walk-in traffic that visits our office regularly.
Coldwell Banker Network – Create more buyers for your property through our International Network of more than 3,400 offices and 93,000 Sales Professionals.
Meet Charles & Farryl
As full-time real estate professionals specializing in North San Diego County Coastal properties, they provides VIP service to all clients from first time home buyers to those seeking to buy or sell high-end luxury homes or investment properties.
Farryl comes from a retail background and 10 years with Nordstrom, she knows that servicing the client properly builds strong & lasting relationships as well as repeat business. Customer service combined with honesty & integrity is her #1 goal. Her listening skills, product knowledge and experience help to streamline the buying process and facilitate a smooth transaction from start to finish. She is a trained relocation specialist for the largest relocation networks in the world; trained to assist Buyers & Sellers make a smooth transition to and from San Diego. She is also a trained property “Stager” and has the expertise to assist Sellers in preparing their home for the market.
Charles also comes from a retail background. During and after college he owned and operated 9 Athlete’s Foot stores in Los Angeles malls. After merging with Second Sole, he built the chain to 40 stores and later converted them to franchises and growing the chain to 80 stores. After Selling Second Sole, he and a partner opened a chain of 19 Computerized Cobblers which revolutionized the shoe repair industry. After selling the Computerized
Cobbler he dabbled in the import / distributor business before entering the real estate business. His vast business experience has helped him develop a simple listing process that has forged proven results. He will correctly evaluate the property, give maximum exposure, bring multiple buyers to the property, negotiate for the seller, and make sure that everything is completed in a timely manner so that the property closes on time.
Born and raised in Southern California and residents of Carmel Valley since 1988, Farryl & Charles married in 1987 and have 3 boys; all graduated from Torrey Pines High School.
Family & Community Involvement
They both share a long history of supporting and volunteering in the community. Charles served 3 years as president of Del Mar Little League and 11 years of coaching baseball. He has provided his creative talents in print design for multiple fundraising events. He was awarded the “Volunteer Extraordinaire” by Torrey Pines High School Foundation 2008. Farryl has been a member of Rady Children’s Hospital Auxiliary Del Mar Unit since 1990 and served on the Auxiliary Board of Directors for 5 years including President of the Auxiliary 1999-2000. She has served on the CVMS PTSA, TPHS Foundation Board and they both continue to assist with multiple fundraising efforts within the community and feel it is important to give back when possible.
Sales Awards
- 2017 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2016 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2015 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2014 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2013 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2012 – CB International President’s Premier
- 2011 – Coldwell Bankers President’s Elite – Top 2% internationally
- 2004-2010 – Coldwell Bankers President’s Circle – Top 4% internationally
Certifications
- CRS “Certified Residential Specialist”
- ASP-RE “Accredited Staging Professional”
- “Previews Specialist? trained in marketing and selling high-end luxury homes.
- “Senior Real Estate Specialist” trained to counsel seniors with their real estate needs & options
- “Certified Negotiator” trained in all aspects of negotiation
- “Relocation Specialist” trained in marketing, assisting both relocation buyers and sellers
- “Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource” trained to counsel Buyers & Sellers though the short sale or foreclosure process.
OUR TEAM

Mai Nguyen
Mai has always had a passion for residential real estate and has developed her skills in buying and selling real estate since the late 1990s. She is equipped with the right skills to negotiate the best deal for you. Mai’s commitment to her clients is seen in her compassion, attention to detail and making sure her clients make the best real estate decisions based on her research and their objectives. With Mai, you are guaranteed a smooth transaction from start to finish.

Abby Miller
Abby moved to San Diego in 2005 to attend San Diego State University. She fell in love with everything about San Diego and later found her dream home here. Abby worked in real estate before college, earned a degree in city planning, and handled marketing and advertising for Coldwell Banker for several years prior to becoming a REALTOR. Abby is hardworking, conscientious, and has a passion for helping others. She has the skills and experience to ensure that your real estate transaction is easy and enjoyable.