I am a wife, a mother, grandmother, successful Real Estate Broker for over 30 years and a philanthropist supporting many causes to make our community a better place. I am passionate about art and literature. I am a student of life and an avid reader. I am Native American from the Mayans and my ancestors have been in the American continent for thousands of years before the European settlers placed boundaries on it. I am a marathon runner and love to run and exercise. I have learned that giving is better than receiving and practice random acts of kindly daily.
About Ludvina Nevarez
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I am married to the love of my life Sonny and together we have raised four successful children in Southern California and have lived in San Diego for the last 20 years.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
As a Real Estate Broker, I reached the highest level of success by becoming one of the top 2% women Brokers in the United States. I was fortunate to learn early that excellent service is the key to success.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
When you first wake up, remember that you have been given the greatest gift…life, so don’t take it for granted. Be grateful and remember to be kind for it makes life sweeter.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Exactly where I am today. Living on the coast in beautiful Carlsbad with my handsome husband and my children living less than ten miles away. Making time to pay it forward by helping others.
Ludvina Nevarez & Our Community
Q: What are a few of your favorite restaurants in our community?
I like seafood. Pellys and Bluewater Grill in Carlsbad are some of my favorites
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived in Carlsbad for the last 20 years. My husband, son and I are a team of Real Estate Brokers serving southern California. I truly enjoy meeting and serving new clients. The first thing I tell them is, “you have no idea how much you are going to love me.”
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
There have been too many to mention, but philanthropists Sam and Reena Horowitz, San Diego Film Festival CEO Tonya Mantooth, and epidemiologist Dr. Steffanie Strathdee are some…
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Oh, if only we could bring back the fish industry in San Diego…
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
Our open spaces and beaches.
Q: If you could choose anyone alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
I would invite the entire Supreme Court Justices and remind them to do their job properly!
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
I enjoy all genres except horror films. The Godfather is one of my favorites…
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I spend hours researching French Impressionism
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Our beaches
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My husband Sonny. I was lucky to meet this amazing human who reminded me to enjoy life and be kind to others
Q: What community organizations and/or local nonprofits do you admire/support?
I serve on the Board of Directors for the San Diego Film Foundation. I serve on committees for the Sanford Burham Prebys Fishman Fund, Patrons of the Prado, Diabetes Research Connection, Music Scholarship Foundation and several others.
Q: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
I have received lots of advice in my life. To be grateful and to be kind are the most important.
Q: What Neighborhood do you live in?
I live near Ponto Beach in Carlsbad.
What I love about my Neighborhood:
It is a community of surfers and beach lovers
Please describe your ideal San Diego weekend:
A long jog at Batiquitos Lagoon or Ponto Beach followed by a nice meal at one of our local restaurants
Q: Finally, what three words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Sanctuary, peace and joy
