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In 2009, Hugh Evans III teamed up with four partners to form Partners Trust. The group—Evans, Richard Stearns, Nick Segal, F. Ron Smith and David Findley—was looking to create an alternative to the existing agency model, where agents worked independently under a company banner.

Pacific Union International Brokerage was established in 1974 as a complement to the residential side of the business. More than 40 years later—and on the heels of a merger with local powerhouse brokerages John Aaroe Group, Partners Trust and Gibson International…

Pacific Union International Los Angeles is the eighth-largest real estate broker in the U.S., rebrands three independently-owned brokerages and recently acquired by Compass in huge deal.

Nestled in Brentwood, 1007 Wellesley Avenue offers a private and elegant retreat. This contemporary farmhouse-style property surprises with a stunning Frank Gehry-inspired guest house and a secluded creek-side setting. The newly constructed family home features over 5,000 square feet of living space, including six bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen. With indoor-outdoor living areas, a pool, and lush landscaping, it’s perfect for entertaining.

In yet another linking of blockbuster residential real estate firms, the eighth-largest real estate brokerage in the U.S. announced it would merge with L.A.’s Partners Trust in early August, just 10 months after joining with Beverly Hills’ John Aaroe Group.



In the heart of Los Angeles, where the movie industry reigns supreme, a growing number of discerning homeowners are creating their own cinematic havens within their abodes. These upscale media rooms and theaters are a testament to the city’s obsession with film, boasting cutting-edge technology, custom decor, and even authentic movie props.

A Marilynn Taylor Redondo Beach condo transformed from drab to coastal cool, Hollywood’s Andy Tennant has listed his 1928 classic Spanish-style home, and a North Montana Avenue estate offers more than 6,500 square feet of lavish living space.

