James Sanders

James Sanders is the CEO and Broker/Owner of Estate Properties International, one of Southern California’s leading independent real estate brokerages, with over 450 agents across 12 offices and $3–5 billion in annual sales volume.
Serving the South Bay and West Los Angeles markets, James has built a reputation as a trusted advisor in luxury residential real estate, brokerage leadership, and complex transactions. His expertise spans high-end coastal properties, off-market deals, investment strategy, and risk management.
A second-generation real estate leader, James plays a central role in guiding the firm’s operations, branding, legal oversight, and recruiting strategy. He works closely with attorneys and executive leadership to navigate market cycles, regulatory changes, and large-scale business decisions.
In addition to leading the company, James remains actively engaged in the marketplace—supporting top agents, advising clients, and contributing to some of the most significant transactions across the South Bay, Palos Verdes, and West LA.
Known for his direct, strategic approach, James is focused on growth, innovation, and building a high-performance culture that empowers agents to succeed at the highest level.