My experience with David was horrible. My boyfriend and I signed a lease for a July 15th move in on June 23rd. We were moving in with our friend who had to travel home for a funeral over the weekend. Our friend had to sign the lease, so the landlord could sign the lease, and then we could send the deposit & 1/2 month's rent for July. Instead of waiting for us in good faith WELL BEFORE OUR JULY 15th MOVE IN DATE, David and Benji (Benjamin on here) decided to stripe our agreement from us and give the lease to another party without warning or discussion. Looking for a house is stressful enough -- if you want disrespectful monsters representing you, then go ahead. Otherwise, RENTERS/LANDLORD & BUYERS/SELLERS beware. 1. No compassion for my friend who's father passed away and had to attend a funeral before signing the lease with my boyfriend and I. 2. Couldn't wait 3 days for money to transfer to my account so I could get a cashiers check that they were insisting on EVEN THOUGH the lease stated electronic transfer was acceptable and I was happy to do that. Breach of contract let alone non-ethical due to requesting money before the landlord signed the agreement. 3. Revoked our signed lease agreement without warning or discussion. I'm reporting them to the BBB, DRE and positing reviews in hopes they will be stopped from hurting people because we're not the only ones as there have been several reviews deleted. read more

This would probably be a very nice interaction in better times. But not now. BRE investments took over management for my building just as COVID-19 happened to the whole country. My building was spread out with people that was affected, and some who still had jobs, so we decided to reach out together to help everyone out, and maybe find some common ground ("we are all in this together" as they say). However BRE Investment / David Bramante has been silent to this for months. Yes he did change some of the smoke detectors in the building (a few weeks late I might add), but he ignored this discussion. And today we had a representative reach out and he avoided the conversation completely saying "I do not appreciate this conversation". Probably something a management company should be better at handling. Just a thought. read more

Owners and renters beware. I had a horrid experience with David Bramante living in his rental property in Echo Park. Before I moved in, in October 2013, Mr. Bramante made promises concerning the landscape which was unfinished including exposed steel re-bar and trash. None of this was accomplished by my move-in date which was my first sign that things were amiss. The list of problems on the property included: trash, exposed rebar, a hole in the front of the house, termites in the front room, a central AC which turned out not to exist, and windows which didn't close properly. The trash, exposed rebar, termites, and central AC were addressed after months of persistent emails. The hole in the front of the house was ignored by Mr. Bramante. A hole in the house is an open opportunity for a rodent to take nest and as it happened, by December, a skunk had taken refuge in the hole and was spraying nightly under the house. I have a small dog and the dog would howl when the skunk came out of the hole. Even with pictures and video of the skunk, Mr. Bramante claimed I was making it up. I worked for weeks to rid myself of the skunk and the landlord next door, helped me board up the hole. I called LAHD and the health inspector both of which confirmed from the video and inspection that Mr. Bramante needed to fix the hole along with other concerns. Being that Mr. Bramante wouldn't fix these concerns after 2 months and responded that I had made them up, I had no other choice but to make the complaint to LAHD. Mr. Bramante responded negatively saying that I was a "difficult tenant" rather than upholding his end as property manager to keep the property safe. In addition, I had written in my lease that a washer and dryer would be installed on the property by the end October. Not only did this not happen, by the end of November, Mr. Bramante had a washer/dryer installed outside without any covering. The units did not have an electrical outlet to plug into. This is an example of the nature of little attention payed to tenants or the property. I lived in the back house. My neighbors in the front house were having issue with their kitchen sink which since their move-in date in July had backed up with brown water. They had hired a plumber, who after inspecting the issue, said that the problem was due to roots in the pipes. Mr. Bramante hired another plumber who then said the issue was due to the girls putting something down their sink which they defended themselves against. In January 2014, the problem with their kitchen sink happened again. Mr. Bramante would not respond to their consistent emails about the issue and as brown water filled their kitchen sink, they could not use it. They filed a complaint with the LAHD. As they both worked during the day and I work from home, I told them I would let the inspector in. Mr. Bramante responded to this by sending me a three day notice to quit claiming that I had caused the issue by putting something down my toilet. For anyone who knows anything about plumbing, it is impossible for the plumbing in one house to affect a completely separate house. I hired my own plumber who inspected the pipes and had their president write a signed note to this effect. Still, Mr. Bramante claimed this falsehood. He did not move forward with eviction. However, I had enough of this treatment at this point. I moved out at the end of May 2014. I had Mr. Bramante do an inspection of my unit before leaving to see if there were any concerns which would diminish my security deposit. He promised me that I would have no trouble with my deposit. When I received my security deposit, $380 was removed for the false claim that I had caused the plumbing issue in the front unit. Again, this is impossible. I sent him the note from the plumber and asked for written documentation from his plumber. He provided nothing, falsely taking my money. Living in this property was the worst rental experience I have ever had. read more

Very happy with finding my new apt in echo park with BRE! Samantha has been so helpful throughout the whole process! Accommodating with my busy schedule & helping me get my place! Couldn't be more happier! Cant wait to get my keys to my place this friday! Thanks Samantha! read more

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This apartment is centrally located, and close to public transportation. It is very clean and the hosts have provided everything you might need. We didn't meet David but he was there to answer our questions whenever we called or texted. Overall a very pleasant experience. read more

My girlfriend and I stayed in one of David's apartments in Echo Park through airbnb. It was an awesome experience. We live in San Diego and just wanted to get out of town for a few days to check out LA. David was very helpful in the process of getting us into the apartment. Once we were in we were pleasantly surprised! The studio apartment was off the street in a safe gated area. The decor was amazing and the layout of the place was very cute. All in all, we had a great trip and would highly recommend BRE and David if you are looking for a place for your vacation or a charming rental in Silver Lake or Echo Park! read more

David Bramante at BRE investment is amazing; he is personable, professional and incredibly passionate about creating living environments that are the right match for you. He has been super efficient and pays attention to the details. My move to LA was simplified because of his ability to communicate long distance and fulfill every need. He is the best at what he does. The real deal. Thanks David. read more

Look no further. If you are looking for a solid and trustworthy person, David Bramante and BRE Investment are it. As a building manager at my residence, David wasted no time in making sure everyone was content. read more

I have had the pleasure to live at City View Lofts and meet David . He was , up until recently , the manager here and he did a fantastic job . David is a compassionate lovely person . Beyond a manager , a friend . He kept the artistic beauty of City View alive choosing talented artist to live here which has made the building super special . I am really sad to see him go as manager but happy that he is still in the building . He has the magical combination of being professional , charming and cool . read more

I've been a renter in Los Angeles for over a dozen years and having to deal with BRE Investments was far and away the worst experience I've had. read more

BRE is an awesome company to work with. My experience with them was in renting a beautiful apartment in Echo Park. Not only is David working to improve the area, but the entire team is passionate about the areas that they service. As a tenant, they were extremely prompt with repairs or concerns. Samantha was amazing as well and helped coordinate a walk through during the end of my lease. She was nice enough to give her personal number out and coordinated the details via text! It's been a pleasure to work with such a cool and modern company. If you are interested in renting in Silverlake or Echo Park, you NEED to check them out! I am hoping to rent with them in the future. Thank you!!!! read more

BRE Investment currently manages the property I rent in Echo Park. They have provided me with the up-most professional service. They are very easy to reach and knowledgable about about their service and services sent to the property. Have done a great job in notifying me ahead of time when maintenance teams, or inspections will be subject at the property. Overall, BRE Investment property management team has made me feel comfortable and has made it easy for me to get in contact with. read more

My property in Echo Park recently hired BRE Investment to manage our building and I couldn't be more pleased. With the recent change in property management they have been super easy to work with and have resolved all the issues left hanging from the old management very quickly. Easy to get in contact with and great with problem solving. read more

Finding a great property management company in Los Angeles area can be extremely hard. Especially finding one that is punctual, courteous, professional and works efficiently. Since hiring BRE Investment to manage my property in Echo Park I've had nothing but a great experience with them read more

David and his team are awesome to work with. My wife and I are currently looking for a home and David is helping us with that process. We also have a small investment in one of his project apartments and he does everything he can to keep people updated on the project. read more

BRE Investment is such an amazing company. Always showing consistency in their property management work. Everyone in their office is always friendly, and goes above and beyond to assure the service they provide is great! I also appreciate how quick they are to respond to any issue, concern or questions i may have. Living in Los Angele specifically Echo Park, I know how difficult it may be to get someone out as soon as possible to your property to fix an issue. However, BRE Investment has done a great job. Im please to be renting an apartment managed by them. read more

Excellent management team. They are the best hands on management company I have experienced. Easy to reach and assure to take things into their hands, not only with the property but tenants as well. The property owners should be extremely happy to have BRE Investment manage and conduct their property.Great property management team!!! read more

David Bramante has been managing my multi unit property for a couple of years now. His professional standards are high, which also reflect on the great tenants he selects. I am pleased to have BRE Investment manage my multi unit property and would definitely recommend them! read more

David has helped managed properties for us in Echo Park for 2 years. His team is easy to work with, honest and hard-working. I would refer them if you need a property management company or leasing agent service. read more

The folks at are BRE Investment are a pleasure! Amanda Bramante was lovely and showed me my new apt. I loved it. Within less than a week, I was all squared away to secure this lovely lil gem in Silver Lake. The property was newly remodeled while maintaining the charm of an old spanish duplex. As my lease term ended, I was able to set up a final walk through with Jane Summers to evaluate condition of the apt. Voila! Within a week I got my security deposit back from BRE Investment. Yay! read more

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about BRE Investment. As I decided to move to California from Colorado, Apartment hunting seemed to be a little difficult since I was in a different state. David Bramante made my apartment hunting experience easier. Ensured to stay in contact with me, and made the process fast and straightforward. read more

I stayed with my husband and dog at BRE's Airbnb on Union and 11th in Pico Union, nearby the Staples Center. It's a very well-appointed apartment with mid-century furnishings. The bathroom and kitchen had plenty of products to use (an added bonus). The unit must be close to 700 SF and is on the ground floor. The neighbors were very friendly to us and it's just south of Olympic, so easy to get around. The BRE staff, David and Amanda, were responsive and informative. It was a great value and comfortable place to stay. I hope they open up more Airbnb's around town for those looking for extended stays. read more

Everyone at BRE is top notch, I would highly recommend working with them. David's knowledge of the echo park and silver lake market is second to none. He has a vision to improve the quality of the housing market in LA and I'm excited to see his vision come together. read more

I stayed in an apartment in downtown LA. Although it's an older building, all the linens were clean, and the place is a short walk to the LA convention center. David also accommodated my late check-out need to leave a bag there until the convention I was attending was over. The place was cheap, clean, and close to downtown. read more

My wife and I signed a lease through BRE for an apartment in Virgil Village beginning on June 1st, and we could not be more excited to move in! Working with Samantha Mendoza was a dream! From the very first phone call, she was not only timely with responses, knowledgeable, available and flexible, but also SO friendly and fun. She patiently guided us and made us feel comfortable throughout the whole leasing process. She and BRE are true stand outs from what we've seen in the leasing industry in Los Angeles. Thank you Samantha and BRE! read more

I have had the pleasure of working with David for close to 5 years. He is a consummate professional. In an industry comprised of a variety of personalities, temperaments and egos, David always remains calm and objective. His goal is to consistently be the best advocate for his clients by treating each transaction as if it is his own. I would highly recommend David to anyone interested in buying or selling in the multifamily market. read more

I stayed at their property on 3rd and La Brea. Worked out very well for me. big rooms, comfy bed. cool art deco tile work in the kitchen and bathroom. Things went very smoothly and I can highly recommend staying there. read more

Owners be ware! David is next to impossible to reach. He overpromises and undelivers. Good luck finding him after you list the property with him. I left him several messages, sent him emails, and I'm STILL waiting for a response! read more

Although BRE just took over for the last few months of my tenancy, I found them to be courteous and professional. David always took the time to reply promptly to any issues and was always easy to get a hold of when any problems arose. He is clearly passionate about his work and a very dedicated individual. Thank you for all your help during my tenancy in Echo Park! read more

My wife and I have recently moved into an apartment in Silverlake managed by BRE Investment. Samantha Mendoza was our leasing agent and has been incredibly helpful through the process. The apartment itself is gorgeous, with large windows giving us a great view. We are the first people to move in after the renovation and, as one would expect, there have been minor complications. Samantha has stood with us every step of the way, keeping us informed and has made us feel that she is very much on our side and doing everything in her power to fix the small issues that have come up. We couldn't be happier with her. read more

My mother and I recently stayed at David and his wife Amanda's Airbnb apartment that was perfectly and very conveniently located in the extremely vintage city of Mid-Wilshire ( on the border of Miracle Mile and Hancock Park). The entire vibe that circulated the apartment was so incredibly retro and comforting that upon arrival, we instantaneously felt at home and at ease. The interior designing of the place went exactly with how I would imagine the neighboring homes to look like, if not better. And, to make our stay the very best it could've been, the two made sure that all cabinets were stocked with the necessary amenities plus more. Along with the apartment looking and containing more than ever expected, the apartment building itself was something worth talking about as well. Being as my mother and I both smoke, we discovered a beautiful view that happened to only be a staircase away. From the roof, you could see not only the beautiful city of Los Angeles, but one of the most famous landmarks around here; the Hollywood sign. It was just an absolutely amazing feeling and blessing to be able to stay in such a nice and homely environment during our transition into a new home. Plus, to top things off, they were both extremely communitive and responsive to any and all questions we had. They made sure that we safely got into the apartment and were exceptionally happy when we left. I couldn't have asked for a better apartment to stay at or better hosts' to go through and I know that if ever I need to stay at another place through AirBnb, David and Amanda's available apartments will be the first one's that my mother and/or will consider. read more