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Who We Are

MR is more than just a real estate brokerage — we’re a partnership built on friendship, trust, and a shared commitment to putting people first. Founded by Jay Mandell and Joe Racek, two lifelong friends with years of experience in real estate, MR was created with the vision of prioritizing relationships over transactions. For us, it’s not just about closing deals; it’s about serving our clients with integrity, building genuine connections, and creating a supportive environment for everyone involved.

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Our Core Values

At MR, we believe in doing things the right way — with ethics, honesty, and care. We exist to create a better way of working in real estate, one that focuses on relationships and personal growth. For Jay and Joe, this is more than a business; it’s a way to mentor others, build meaningful connections, and pass on the knowledge and experience they’ve gained over the years.

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Teamwork

We’re stronger together, combining our unique strengths to serve our clients and each other.

Integrity

Honesty, professionalism, and keeping our word are non-negotiable

Relationships First

Building and maintaining meaningful connections is at the heart of everything we do.

Generosity

Whether it’s our time, knowledge, or resources, we believe in giving freely to help others.

Humility

We value staying teachable and aren’t afraid to ask for help or admit when we’re wrong.

Excellence

We aim to do our best in every detail, from contracts to client care.
Where We’re Going

Team Members


Joe Racek

Joe Racek

Principal Broker / Owner - Racek & Moore Group
Jay Mandell

Jay Mandell

Founder and Owner - Mandell Group

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

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"Big shoutout to The Gateway Real Estate Team for turning our dream of owning a home in San Diego into a reality! Their team of experts, specializing in first-time homebuyer assistance, made the entire process a breeze. Committed to serving the San Diego community with integrity, The Gateway Real Est
"Kudos to The Gateway Real Estate Team for their exceptional service in helping us become homeowners in San Diego! The team's dedication and expertise as first-time homebuyer specialists made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. As proud members of the San Diego community, The Gateway Real Esta
"The Gateway Real Estate Team is nothing short of amazing! Their five talented and experienced first-time homebuyer specialists made our journey to homeownership in the vibrant San Diego area a delight. As proud members of the San Diego community, The Gateway Real Estate Team's commitment to simplify
"Jay, Sandy and the team guided us through the buying of our townhouse seamlessly. We hadn’t purchased a home in over 25 years so we were naive in many ways. The team coordinated with us quickly and communicated all we needed to have in place for our offer and closing. They have great resources and cRead MoreRead Less
"As a first time prospective home-buyer in Blacksburg we were beyond pleased with the personalized service provided by Jay and Sandy. They showed a genuine interest in first getting to know us, then understanding our needs, leading to several options exactly in-line with what we are looking for. ItRead MoreRead Less
"When I began looking for a home, I asked for referrals from Family, Friends and Co-Workers and Nicholas Olinger came highly recommended. I met with Nicholas (an interview of sorts) and he was very knowledgeable about the home buying experience and the area. He listened to my wants and needs; then prRead MoreRead Less
"Reuben was great answering my questions over the phone. knowledgeable and prompt responses. Thanks!"
"I had the privilege of meeting and working with Nicholas Olinger, a remarkable young man and a gifted realtor with the firm of MR Real Estate Team, who went above and beyond to sell my home. From our initial meeting to after the final closing, Nicholas’s dedication and expertise were evident every Read MoreRead Less
"Nicholas Olinger is great at communicating and was very helpful though the whole process. His attention to detail and patience did not go unnoticed. You can trust Nicholas to sell your home or find you a new home. He went over and above to make moving as easy as possible. Highly recommend!!!"
"Nicholas was a tremendous help in securing our first home. If he didn't know something, he could find someone who could answer our question. He went above and beyond what is expected of a realtor to ensure we got the home we needed and wanted. He goes the extra mile and really cares about his clientRead MoreRead Less
"Nicholas and the MR team made my first homebuying experience feel as stress free as possible. He was responsive, communicative and supportive. I would recommend their group to folks looking in the area!"
"Knowledgeable, caring, helpful agents that will go the extra mile to help you out."
"We’ve owned several homes over the years and worked with our share of realtors. Jay was by far the best Realtor we’ve ever used! We don’t live in the area so Jay was willing to drive out several times to the remote piece of property we were interested in to send detailed videos and Facetime us. His Read MoreRead Less
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