Marco Rufo

Marco Rufo is the Broker Associate with GRI and e-PRO designations at The Agency in Pacific Palisades. With 25 plus years of industry experience behind him and having sold over $1.9 Billion in real property! He has worked as the owner, operator and director of various residential and commercial real estate firms in the US and across the globe. A skilled businessman with a thorough understanding of real estate transactions from every angle, Marco possesses the kind of firsthand knowledge and insight that puts him at the forefront of today’s real estate market.

Born in Rome, Italy and raised in Boston, Marco moved to Los Angeles to attend UCLA. He began his real estate career in the early 90’s with international Japanese clientele by selling commercial real estate in Beverly Hills. Soon he was representing clients all over the world. His international involvement taught him how to deal with a diverse range of cultures and situations. These skills, coupled with an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, allow him to serve his clients with the utmost professionalism and honesty.

Marco has been a consistent top producer throughout his career and has received many awards and accreditation. The prestigious designations and certifications he received from the California Association of REALTOR® distinguish him as one of the top professionals in his field. But for Marco, the highest compliment comes from his clients, who turn to him for repeat business and refer him to their families and friends.

Marco currently holds the following positions and specialties:
2025 President Elect for the MLS
2021 President of the MLS
2019 BH/GLAAR President
C.A.R. Political Activities Fund Appointee
Golden R & President’s Circle level supporter of the Realtors® Action Fund
Director for the Greater Los Angeles Board of Realtors®
Chair of the Professional Standards Committee for the Greater Los Angeles Board of Realtors® (adjudicated over hundreds of cases)
Specialized in Bankruptcy, Foreclosures, Short Sales (over 150 properties)
Real Estate Expert Witness (over 300 cases)
Director for the California Association of Realtors®
LCRC Trustee
Appraisal Class - Board of Realtors
Public Policy Committee

Marco’s favorite part of being a REALTOR® is working with the fascinating people he gets to meet on a daily basis and helping them find and acquire the perfect opportunity. Marco's clients appreciate his attentive listening skills, negotiating expertise, and his friendly, enthusiastic approach.

Marco is a committed husband to an amazing wife and father to two beautiful little girls. His family is his life and joy! To sum it up in his own words, “integrity and honesty are the models I live by.”

Marco Rufo, Managing Partner, The Agency Palisades
310.488-6914 | DRE #01362095
Marco@TheAgencyRe.com