Augusto Fonte began his real estate career in 1987 working for 1 and 1/2 years as a real estate appraiser with The Republic Appraisal Co., under the direction of an MAI appraiser. Fonte then joined Mayor Realty in 1988 as an equity partner. His primary duties included brokerage, management, and leasing of commercial real estate. The majority of the transactions from 1988 to 1992 were related to distressed government or bank owned properties. Additionally, Fonte performed fee consultation for select clients. Mr. Fonte was awarded the CCIM designation in November 1990. Presently, Mr. Fonte is the President and Principal Broker of AJF Properties, Inc., a full service Commercial Real Estate Brokerage.