meet the team

 Kamisha was born and raised in rural San Diego county. Born at home in Alpine, and later moving to Julian in 6th grade, she has called Julian home for many years. Now, at 32 years old, she has a husband, 2 bio sons, 3 adopted daughters, and a business to manage!

Originally taking interest in real estate for personal endeavors, 10 years later Kamisha has been able to help hundreds of people buy and sell property in San Diego's back-country. Also, with personal experience in "fixing and flipping" homes, Kamisha is able to provide valuable insight on investing in rural and residential properties.

Through God's blessing and faith in his promises, FHL Realty was established in 2018 and continues to serve clients with honesty, integrity, and a commitment to a diligent work ethic. 

Molly was born and raised in rural Iowa, in the heart of the Midwest, where her parents and sister still reside. She moved to California 7 years ago with the Aerospace Manufacturing company she worked at in Iowa to their satellite offices in Poway, were she was the VP of Marketing and Sales for over 13 years. 

After marrying her husband, Brian Hodo, they decided to start a new endeavor with their passion for creating art with handmade wood products and epoxy resin artwork. They currently own and manage their Wood Design Retail Store, full time, Merdo Acres Wood Design Studio, at Julian Station in Julian, CA, which is open on the weekends. They also offer their artwork online at www.merdoacres.com

Since living off the grid on 8 acres in Julian, CA next to the Cleveland National Forest, it has become their passion to be able to help other families live in the backcountry and completely off the grid like they do. Through God's continuous blessings, they became full time real estate agents with FHL Realty, Inc. and are excited to help others find the peace and serenity the backcountry has to offer. They will continue to manage their other passion, their wood business, on the weekends. 

Brian was born in New Jersey, but as the son of a Naval Officer, he moved around the country quite a bit. His family finally settled in southern San Diego County when he was very young. He grew up surfing, skateboarding and hanging out at the beach most of his life. In 2004, he put away the board shorts and moved to the mountains of Julian, California to pursue a career as a wild land firefighter.   

Brian worked for over 14 years in the backcountry as a fire fighter with CalFire. He retired from CalFire as a Fire Captain a few years ago, and teamed with his wife Molly in their small business adventure. He spent a lot of his years wood working just for a hobby and enjoying hours in the wood shop. They opened their first retail store, Merdo Acres Wood Design Studio, at Julian Station and are open weekends for the public to purchase their handmade wood and epoxy art. Since living off the grid and in the backcountry is in his blood, he's excited to continue his next career adventure with his wife, Molly, and with FHL Realty, Inc. to help others in finding their dream homes or perfect getaways.

Heather Smith is a dedicated wife and proud mother of two energetic toddlers. Heather moved to Julian in 2000, after finishing her schooling, she enlisted in the Marine Corps for the following 8yrs. Although during her time in service she visited many states and countries, she has always called Julian home. 

Embracing the spirit of the Wild West, she proudly wears the badge of ranch wife/cowgirl, helping her husband manage a local historic cattle ranch. When not wrangling little ones (4 & 2 legged alike), she is also a passionate real estate agent, helping individuals find their dream homes and navigate the exciting world of property. 

Balancing the responsibilities of family life with the fast-paced 

nature of real estate, she thrives on the diversity each day brings.  Join Heather on this journey where the love for family, the thrill of the open range, and the excitement of real estate converge!

Raised in Julian, Brooke appreciates the value her community has to offer. She has chosen to grow her roots here, in the mountains of San Diego, with her husband and three young children. Having purchased and sold a few homes of their own in the past, they are now settling down to work on their country dream home. 

After graduating from Julian High, Brooke obtained an Associate's Degree in Behavioral and Political Science from Grossmont College and continued on to achieve her Bachelor's in Accounting. She received her Real Estate License in 2017 and strives to continue growing her career with her community.

Carre St. Andre, born and raised in San Diego, has lived in the back country for 25+ years. She raised her children in the local community. Her real estate designations include Certified Negotiation Expert and Military Relocation Professional. Carre is dedicated to the martial arts of aikido and iaido, always seeking a way to turn a conflict into a conversation and find a solution that benefits everyone. She also enjoys exploring world destinations as well as destinations in her own surroundings. She’s a US Army veteran and is no stranger to hard work and dedication.

Buying and selling property in the San Diego back country has many aspects that differ from real estate in the city. Some of these differences include septic systems, wells, easements and boundaries, records of survey, etc. Skilled representation includes knowledge in these areas. Local expertise is essential for a successful real estate transaction. 

“After exploring many other possibilities, I’ve found rural San Diego ideal for enjoying the outdoors. I love having four distinct seasons, small town living, yet being close to family in the city. Where else can you play in the snow, enjoy desert wildflowers, swim in the ocean, and be home to see the stars all in one day?”

Kerri Buringrud has been active in Real Estate for 35yrs. She began her career selling luxury homes in Del Mar, Ca, quickly making Coastal North County San Diego her niche market. As an investor herself, she understands the value of what is and what can be - helping her clients pursue future gains.

Buying and selling a home can be a calm and rewarding experience with an agent who understands market trends and property potential. She believes that it's not just about the sale - it's about the connection you have with the property. A strong connection turns a house into a home and an investment into a passion project. 

A San Diego native, Kerri graduated with a B.S. and M. S. in Speech Pathology. She resides in Carlsbad with her husband who is an OB-GYN physician. When she's not negotiating deals, you can find Kerri on the yoga mat or taking care of her four grandsons.