Giving Back to Residents Remains a Cornerstone Philosophy for AMC

Camille Hardy • December 21, 2023

Thanksgiving dinners, backpack drives and charitable holiday campaigns were all part of the property management company's volunteer initiatives in 2023.

IRVINE, CA—December 21, 2023—Advanced Management Company (AMC) strongly believes in giving back to those in need. To that end, the Irvine, CA-based property management group — which oversees 61 communities and over 11,000 units throughout Southern California — sponsors several initiatives and programs every year designed to enrich the lives of its resident VIPs and the communities in which they reside. 


This past year has been no exception. With events such as backpack drives, Thanksgiving dinner donations and adopt-a-family campaigns, AMC continued to passionately strive to improve the lives of those in their communities in 2023.



“We believe that the overall success of our organization is measured through the individual experiences of every one of our VIPs,” said Danielle McCarthy, AMC President, referring to the residents of AMC communities. “We value the importance of bringing the community together and the positive impacts that this culture has on all of our lives. As such, we’re actively engaged in helping residents recognize they are an intrinsic part of our communities. Lending a hand when there’s a need is an important way of expressing our gratitude for them.”


One of the year’s biggest events occurred in November when AMC marked its 13th annual Thanksgiving Dinner Deliveries drive. Through the efforts of staff and some local sponsoring stores, the fixings for full Thanksgiving dinners were delivered to 416 AMC community members — a new high — at the kickoff of this holiday season. 


This year’s backpack drive was a resounding success. Community Directors identified needs for VIPs in their communities, resulting in the assembly of 280 backpacks stuffed with age-appropriate school supplies that were delivered to students in 24 different communities.

AMC spearheads many charitable events during the holidays, including partnering with local police agencies to donate gifts and sponsoring adopt-a-family campaigns within their communities.


Additionally, with its strong belief in the importance of community, AMC purposefully fosters that culture by hosting events for its VIPs. Some of those events include the following: 

  • For The Crossings at Chino Hills, a Paint and Sip event was held on June 8. One of AMC’s leasing consultants taught the class of 30 in the finer details of painting a beautiful sunset. 
  • For Surf House Apartments in Huntington Beach, AMC hosted an In-N-Out event on September 28. Around 200 hungry residents picked up food, with many hanging around to socialize. Approximately 350 burgers were served. 
  • Uptown Fullerton Apartments in Fullerton created a series of events for Resident Appreciation Week preceding Thanksgiving. Events included Pie Day, Food Truck Friday and Sunday Football Funday.


AMC’s efforts to pay it forward to its VIPs have certainly been noticed, as the following resident reviews point out:

“We absolutely adore this place! It truly feels like home to us,” said Gift Koomprapun, a resident of Stadium House in Anaheim. “Our most cherished aspect of it all has to be the incredible staff team, and let's not forget to mention the amazing and most kind Community Director, Ashley! She's been incredibly supportive and is always there to lend a helping hand whenever we need it. We feel so very blessed to be part of such a welcoming and kind community!”


“I had lived here in 2022, then I had moved but now I’m coming back. This is, hands down, one of the best properties to live at!” said Memory Stafford, a resident of The 3900 in Riverside. “They have always responded fast with maintenance and have always helped out in any way they possibly can. These apartments truly did spoil me. The place I’m currently leaving is nothing compared to these! 10/10 recommend!” 


“I don't even know where to begin but let me just say that when they call these guys the Dream Team, they are all the way on point,” said Tanjy Hill, a resident of The James in Riverside. “Ethan and Ty are truly the definition of professionalism. . . . I want to thank you sincerely for me and Anthony. . . . You guys really saved us and helped us in our time of need and we truly appreciate it. If only everyone could embody professionalism the way you guys do, the world would be a better place. Thank you, guys, me and my family are grateful for both of you.” 

Creating an atmosphere that promotes health and community remains at the heart of AMC’s overall mission. It’s why investing in amenities such as new pickleball courts at the Beachwood Apartment Homes in Anaheim and new windows throughout the Surf House Apartments is so valuable. Many other improvements are planned for 2024.


“We are committed to our communities, residents, teammates and partners for the long term,” said McCarthy. “Our Charitable Giving Team leads us on initiatives every year to support the livelihood of those in our communities. We want our VIPs to be able to enjoy a quality home for years to come. Our vision remains to make coming home the best part of every resident’s day.”


About AMC

AMC is a subsidiary of Advanced Real Estate Services, Inc., a real estate investment company founded in 1982 by Richard Julian and Frank Holloway. AMC maintains and operates over 11,000 multifamily units in Southern California. Find out more at amcliving.com.


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Advanced Real Estate Goes Hollywood with Purchase of Luxury Towers

April 28, 2026
Irvine, CA – Advanced Real Estate (Advanced) has made Southern California’s largest multi-family buy of 2026, purchasing the 200-unit Columbia Square Living (now renamed “Sky Hollywood”) and the 193-unit Jardine Hollywood towers. These acquisitions bring the Advanced portfolio to almost 13,000 units in Southern California. The high-profile properties enjoy premium locations in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world. Sky Hollywood is situated a block south of Hollywood Boulevard at El Centro, and Jardine is located a block south of Sunset Boulevard at Ivar. They both offer luxury apartments with top-of-the-line amenities, including rooftop pools, large fitness centers, resident lounges, floor-to-ceiling windows, and luxury appliances. Each of the properties contains penthouses leasing from $12,000 to $20,000 per month. Current and past residents include film and television celebrities, social media influencers, professional athletes, and entertainment executives. Sky Hollywood and Jardine are two of only five apartment towers in Hollywood and make up over half of the stock of high-rise units. “With the World Cup and the Olympics coming to Los Angeles, along with movie and television production returning to the region, we feel the future looks bright for Hollywood. Entertainment is constantly changing, but Hollywood has stayed relevant in traditional media, social media, and technology,” said Paul Julian, President of Advanced. “Hollywood is one of the most recognized places in the world; no town has had a bigger influence on global popular culture. We’re honored to own these significant assets here.” This is the third acquisition for Advanced’s newest Opportunity Fund (Advanced Fund 24-3). They purchased “The Cove” in October, a 138-unit property in West Covina and Newhope Village, 104 units in Santa Ana late last year. They plan more Southern California apartment acquisitions in 2026. Advanced’s capital comes from their large “friends and family” network of investors. With a 45-year track record, they can raise significant funds to purchase some of the largest assets in Southern California. “Our business plan is to stay within our market where there are high barriers to entry and where we have a long history of operations,” said Rick Julian, CEO of Advanced. Property Management will be handled in-house by Advanced Management Company (AMC). They also plan cosmetic upgrades to the properties, which will be administered by their affiliated construction company, R³ Construction Services. The property was brokered by Blake Rogers, Senior Managing Director and National Multi-Housing Group Leader at JLL, Senior Director Dillon Bergum, and Managing Directors Alexandra Caniglia and Kip Malo of JLL Capital Markets. Kevin Mackenzie, President of JLL’s Capital Markets Group for the Americas, along with JLL’s Orange County-based Capital Markets team, including Senior Managing Director Greg Brown and Director Charlie Vorsheck procured two separate, uncrossed loans totaling $141.4 million from Freddie Mac. The loan has an attractive 5.17% rate, fixed for 10 years, with interest-only payments. About Advanced Real Estate Advanced was formed in 1981 and currently owns and operates nearly 13,000 apartment units throughout Southern California, with a market value of over $4.5 billion. Advanced funds their investments with private equity. All property management and renovations are carefully administered through their in-house management and construction arms, Advanced Management Company and R³ Construction Services. This vertically integrated approach allows Advanced to most efficiently execute their business plan of acquiring value-add properties, renovating them to the highest standards, and then effectively managing them for the long term. To learn more about investing in or selling to Advanced, please visit www.advancedrealestate.com . About AMC Based in Irvine, CA, AMC is a subsidiary of Advanced Real Estate Services, Inc., a real estate investment company founded in 1982 by Richard Julian and Frank Holloway. AMC maintains and operates nearly 13,000 multifamily units in Southern California. Find out more at amcliving.com . To learn more about investing in or selling to Advanced, please visit www.advancedrealestate.com .

Advanced Real Estate Acquires 104 units in Santa Ana

December 3, 2025
Irvine, CA – Advanced Real Estate has acquired the “Newhope Village,” apartments adding to its 12,000+ unit portfolio in Southern California. “Newhope Village fits perfectly with our surrounding properties, we now have over 1,750 units in the City of Santa Ana” said Rick Julian, CEO of Advanced. “This creates even more efficiencies with management and renovations.” Advanced plans for significant renovations and upgrades to the property, including the addition of in-unit washer and dryers, new cabinetry, flooring, fixtures, appliances, windows and a modern paint scheme. These upgrades will be completed by Advanced’s in-house construction company, R3 Construction and in-house property management company, Advanced Management Company. The gated, podium-style property features a host of amenities including pool, fitness center and tot-lot. This is the second acquisition for Advanced’s newest Opportunity Fund (Advanced Fund 24-3). They purchased “The Cove” last month, a 138-unit property in West Covina and they plan multiple other Southern California apartment acquisitions in the coming year. “We were able to acquire this property through a 721 contribution which allowed a tax-deferred transaction for the family who owned it. They are now partners in our Fund and diversified amongst the other assets” said Paul Julian, Rick’s son and President of Advanced. Advanced’s investment offerings are open to their “friends and family” network which has now grown to over 1,000 investors. “We are always open to welcoming new investors either through cash and retirement investments, or through a contribution of their property, like in this case with Newhope Village” continued Rick Julian. Advanced retired a $9.5 million HUD loan and ultimately plans to place debt on the property providing even more capital to its $100 million+ Fund. About AMC Based in Irvine, CA, AMC is a subsidiary of Advanced Real Estate Services, Inc., a real estate investment company founded in 1982 by Richard Julian and Frank Holloway. AMC maintains and operates nearly 12,000 multifamily units in Southern California. Find out more at amcliving.com . To learn more about investing in or selling to Advanced, please visit www.advancedrealestate.com .

Advanced Real Estate Purchases 138 Units in West Covina

November 3, 2025
Irvine, CA – Advanced Real Estate has paid $41 million to purchase “The Cove at West Covina,” adding to its 12,000+ unit portfolio in Southern California. “The Cove is well-located with large units averaging over 1,000 square feet. It’s rare to find such an attractive unit mix for under $300,000 per unit.” Said Rick Julian, CEO of Advanced. “West Covina has been a historically strong rental market with abundant retail and employment and very little new competing supply. The last significant new multi-family development was completed over 12 years ago.” said Paul Julian, Rick’s son and President of Advanced. “We see great value in this type of low-density product in the San Gabriel Valley.” Advanced plans for significant renovations and upgrades to the property, including the addition of in-unit washer and dryers, new cabinetry, flooring, fixtures, appliances, windows and a modern paint scheme. These upgrades will be completed by Advanced’s in-house construction company, R3 Construction and in-house property management company, Advanced Management Company. The gated property features a host of amenities including 2 pools with cabanas, fitness center, fire-pits, garages and a large open landscaped area. This is the first purchase for Advanced’s new Opportunity Fund (Advanced Fund 24-3). They plan multiple other Southern California apartment acquisitions in the coming year. Advanced’s investment offerings are open to their “friends and family” network which has now grown to over 1,000 investors. “We have a unique tax-efficient structure allowing investors to use their trapped retirement funds for the bulk of their investment and leverage a smaller personal contribution of cash,” continued Rick Julian. “We are always open to welcoming new investors.” Advanced assumed a $21 million, Freddie Mac Loan, with a fixed interest rate of 4.75%, and full-term interest-only payments. The sale was brokered by Shane Shafer, previously of Northmarq and now with Colliers. About AMC Based in Irvine, CA, AMC is a subsidiary of Advanced Real Estate Services, Inc., a real estate investment company founded in 1982 by Richard Julian and Frank Holloway. AMC maintains and operates nearly 12,000 multifamily units in Southern California. Find out more at amcliving.com .