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I am a Director of Development with Pepperdine's University Advancement office.  I work to support our students and help ensure them a quality education grounded in strong values. I invite you to support the Pepperdine community of students, faculty, staff and alumni and join us at university lectures, sporting events, art performances, and other university functions. I am an alumnus of Pepperdine's Seaver College, our undergraduate school, and an active member of the Malibu Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce. I work daily to bring together Malibu and surrounding cities with our students and university community in mutual support.

For over 20 years, James has been assisting families & home owners from Malibu to Santa Barbara to San Diego, earning a "first-call" basis with agents, architects, & attorneys, for his expertise. Bank Appraisals, Legal Support, Architectural & Historic properties. Working closely with local families gives him the greatest satisfaction. 

Ebert Appraisals have appraised or inspected over 500 significant historical & architectural homes, including, recently, Ray Kappe, FAIA's personal family home, Richard Neutra's VDL Home & Studio in Silverlake, and others by well-known architects such as Doug Burdge, Clive Dawson, Lester Tobias, Vitus Matare, Barsocchini & Associates, Amit Apel, Frank Gehry, Rudolf Schindler, John Lautner, John Lloyd Wright, & Steven Kent. 

James has been admitted to Superior Courts as an expert witness in dozens of legal cases, earning a stellar reputation. Ebert Appraisals works with top attorneys on estate, divorce, and valuation issues, while including his greater  knowledge within Real Estate Markets with his Realtor skills as well.

Licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Broker

My career with Homes & Land Magazine began in 1984. ! I take great pride in assisting  real estate professionals with their marketing. After for 40 years,  I still love what I do!

My career has been dedicated to community building and leadership, driven by a passion for making a positive impact. As the Manager and Race Director of Run Malibu for over 8 years, I have witnessed numerous transformative stories where physical activity, combined with a sense of community, has turned lives around. However, racing is often perceived as an exclusive domain for the fit and athletic, which can be intimidating for many. This realization led to my latest venture, Malibu Moves, which aims to foster inclusivity and diversity in the world of racing. Malibu Moves will host Malibu's only walking and running event featuring the scenic Malibu Half Marathon, Malibu 5K, and the fun-filled 1K Kids Run.

Join me in creating a more inclusive and supportive community through movement and wellness.