Our Team
Meet Our Team
At Island Legacy, our team of experts is the cornerstone of our success. With a wealth of experience in both real estate and mortgage industries, we bring a unique perspective and depth of knowledge to every client interaction. What truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to caring for our clients. We understand that buying or selling a home can be one of life’s most significant decisions, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. From guiding you through the intricacies of the market to finding the best financing options, we prioritize your needs and goals above all else. With Island Legacy, you’re not just a transaction—you’re a valued member of our community, and your success is our top priority. Trust in our team of caring experts to make your real estate journey a seamless and rewarding experience.
Island Legacy Ventures
Paul San Nicolas
President and CEO
As a seasoned executive in the hotel industry, Paul brings a growth-centered attitude while providing the best client experience. His focus and drive to provide housing options whether through homeownership or temporary, hotel-like accommodations make this firebrand leader a force to reckon with.
Tania Arauz
NMLS 1584997
Chief Operating Officer/ Mortgage Broker
Highly experienced professional with over 20 years of experience in the mortgage industry. She is a licensed mortgage broker, real estate agent, and title agent in the Florida market. Tania has a deep understanding of the complexities of the mortgage financing and real estate process, excelling in strategic planning, operations management, and client relations. Her extensive knowledge and leadership skills drive operational excellence and business growth. In her downtime, Tania enjoys spending quality time with her family, balancing her professional life with personal fulfillment.
Lina Ariza
DRE# 01301186 | NMLS 1142129
Managing Real Estate and Mortgage Broker
With over 20 years experience in real estate and real estate financing, Lina brings a wealth of expertise to her clients. She built her business with strong, old-fashioned values of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. She is a passionate member of her community serving its members through real estate and loans.
When she is not taking a loan application or showing homes to clients, she enjoys living life to its fullest with her husband and children.
Jonathan Shen
Vice -President of Business & Acquisitions
Jonathan is a servant-at-heart with 14+ years in the food and dietary supplement industry as a key contributor in laboratory quality assurance & quality control teams. His work during his previous tenure designed, built, and operated robust quality systems on the outside, and brought about an appreciation for helping people thrive through rapport and trust on the inside. Today, Jonathan leverages his systematic skills & methods , and people- & service-oriented mindsets, to bring value into the business world.
Supporting his professional image is his identity as a God-fearing man, a blessed husband, and a proud father. An interesting fact about him is his deep appreciation for Chinese Gong Fu (Martial Arts), specifically a style known as Baji fist.
Adriel Cailles
VP of Marketing and Public Relations
With his passion set in the area of marketing, Adriel saw an opportunity to bring his expertise to real estate and mortgage. He develops, implements, and maintains marketing strategies designed to engage and bring Island Legacy’s services to underserved communities and provide companies with enhanced employee benefits.
Island Legacy Mortgage & Island Legacy Real Estate
Sergio Salgado
DRE# 01872018
Real Estate Agent & Notary
Sergio Salgado has been a licensed Realtor for over 15 years. He is also a U.S. Military Veteran and has proudly served our country. He has a strong family and work ethic and truly believes in the American Dream of Homeownership. Through his experience he is deeply dedicated in servicing his clients from financial education, negotiating contracts, to keys in hand. He is there for his clients every step of the way.
When he’s not writing up offers or putting up For Sale signs, he enjoys spending his time with his family and restoring classic cars.
