The Strata Group has made home buying and selling a far easier and more enjoyable process by bringing every single service under one roof. The companies of The Strata Group help consumers buy or sell a house (YWGC Realty), secure appropriate funding (Mortgage
Master Inc), close on a transaction (Real Estate Title and Escrow), provide on-site legal services (Strata Law), buy and sell commercially zoned properties (Strata Commercial), and provide individuals and companies with wealth and risk management (Strata Financial Services). At The Strata Group we make the home buying and selling experience something you never expected it to be: Simple.
Peter Burstein, Partner, RETE
Peter is a partner and the CEO of Real Estate Title and Escrow. He is responsible for the growth and day-to-day operations of the firm.
Mr. Burstein is also a founding member of Real Estate Title and Escrow’s related law firm, Strata Law, LLC.
Mr. Burstein is a member of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of Comprehensive Housing Assistance Inc.
(CHAI), an agency of the Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore.
He is a past Chairman of CHAI’s Homeownership and Loan Committee and currently chairs its Community Development Committee.
Mr. Burstein holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from The George Washington University and graduated with honor from The University of Maryland School of Law.
Mr. Burstein is a member of the Maryland and Virginia Bars.
Jimmy Yerman, Partner
With nearly 20 years experience in the mortgage industry, Jimmy knows how to “wow” his clients.
As a principal of Mortgage Master Inc, he has the training, skills and technical support to handle all of your mortgage needs.
As a direct lender with extensive industry relationships, Mortgage Master Inc has control over the loan process and can provide access to a wide array of products at very competitive rates.
With expertise in all types of mortgage products, Jimmy takes the time to explain the process to each of his clients.
Jimmy’s attention to detail is something his customers seem to appreciate the most, which is main reason they continue to consider him their mortgage lender for life.
Annette Walter, Partner, COO
As Chief Operating Officer for The Strata Group, Annette Walter manages the marketing, financial analysis, business development, and technology for eight companies with more than 300 employees and agents. Her duties include leading the development, design, operation and improvement for all of The Strata Group’s systems. Annette has more than 12 years of experience in the real estate industry. Prior to being promoted to Chief Operating Officer, Annette co-founded and served as the managing partner for the mortgage division of The Strata Group. Prior to The Strata Group, Annette worked for both Suntrust Mortgage and Amsouth Bank. In 2011 Annette was recognized by SmartCEO magazine as a “Top COO” in the Baltimore area, one of just 10 who were chosen. Later in 2011, she completed the Grinnell Executive Accelerator Leadership Program. Annette graduated from Rollins College (Winter Park,FL) with a B.A. in Spanish and a minor in Business Administration.
Brandon Gaines, Partner, YWGC Realty
As one of Baltimore’s leading real estate professionals since 1977, Brandon is always looking to increase the level of service he provides to his clients.
With a strong work ethic, Brandon succeeds in making the process of buying or selling a home a positive and successful experience for all involved.
Brandon's commitment to the Greater Baltimore community includes serving on a wide variety of nonprofit boards.
He currently serves on the Boys Latin School Alumni Board, is a member of the Baltimore Rotary Club, and coaches in the Kelly Post Lacrosse Program.
Brandon has been very active in the real estate industry over the years serving as President of the Baltimore Board of Realtors in 1991 and received their "Realtor of the Year" honor in 1993.
Brandon is an Associate Broker and has his CRS, GRI and ABR professional designations.
Cindy Conklin & Bob Merbler, Partners, YWGC Realty
Cindy Conklin and Bob Merbler have achieved extraordinary success in Baltimore City and are consistent leaders in City residential real estate sales.
After 5 years at T. Rowe Price in the early 1980’s. Cindy began her career in real estate at O’Conor, Piper & Flynn in 1985 which later became Coldwell Banker.
In 2007, Cindy and Bob joined the partnership of The Strata Group and Yerman Witman Gaines & Conklin Realty.
Cindy remains the same successful and driven agent, loyal to her clients and a part of the community.
Cindy is dedicated to community activities, and serves as a volunteer with Christ Lutheran Place (a women & children’s shelter), Port Discovery Children’s Museum, and is on the Alumnae Council for Dickinson College.
William Yerman, Partner, CEO
As Chief Executive Officer, Billy oversees the operations of The Strata Group.
He is responsible for achieving the strategic plans and policies as established by the nine Strata Group partners.
Billy has more than 20 years of experience in real estate and title industry.
He is a past president of the Maryland Land Title Association and of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors.
Billy is currently on the Board of Trustees of Garrison Forest School and is the Chairman of the Board of Junior Achievement of Central Maryland.
Billy holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Emory University and graduated from The University of Maryland School of Law.
Marc Witman, Partner, YWGC Realty
Marc served as President of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors in 1999, and has been active on many of its committees.
In 1998, he was the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors “Realtor of the Year”, and currently serves on the Maryland Association Board of Directors.
A believer in reinvesting in the community, Marc was the founding president of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors Foundation, and was a 2000 director of the Greater Baltimore Alliance, the region’s economic development organization.
Marc is a member of the National Association of Realtors, and the Home Builders Association of Maryland, and is a life member of the Real Estate Million Dollar Association, a graduate of the Realtors Institute (GRI), and a Certified New Home Sales Professional (CSP).
Michael Yerman, Partner, YWGC Realty
Real estate has been a major part of Michael Yerman’s life for thirty years. Starting in 1976, Michael was president of a real estate development firm that oversaw such Baltimore condominium projects as the The St. James, Ruxton Crossing, Stevenson Crossing, The Villages of Homeland and Bedford Commons.
Prior to being an Associate Broker at Long and Foster Realtors, Michael was Chief Executive Officer of Meredith Real Estate/Better Homes and Gardens.
His commitment to his profession extends to outside activities. Michael served as President of the Maryland Association of Realtors, the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors, and the Baltimore Corporation for Housing Partnership.
He is currently a trustee of the Greater Baltimore Board of Realtors Foundation, a charitable arm of the board that works to enhance neighborhoods and encourage home ownership.
Michael was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Maryland Association of Realtors in 2005.
