After a stressful first home purchase, I knew there had to be a better way. I became a real estate agent almost 20 years ago with one goal: to guide people through life-changing decisions with clarity, integrity, and heart. Today, I lead The Santaniello Group—where we combine deep expertise in real estate with a passion for empowering agents through coaching. Whether helping clients sell their homes or helping agents build their businesses, I’m here to make the complex feel simple and the impossible feel doable.

I didn't always want to be a realtor...

Hello, I'm Carolynn

REALTOR • Coach • Educator • TV Host • REALTOR • Coach • Educator • TV Host • REALTOR • Coach • Educator • TV Host • REALTOR • Coach • Educator • TV Host •  

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LITTLE DID I KNOW I’D GO FROM A STRESSFUL FIRST HOME PURCHASE TO becoming a top producer & COACHING others TO SUCCESS

Today, I lead The Santaniello Group, a team built on integrity and real results. Whether I’m helping you sell your home, navigate a complex move, or make a big life transition, my mission is the same: to listen first, tell you the truth, and deliver a strategy that works for you.

And for the clients I coach? It’s about building a business they love—one that works for their life, not the other way around.

You won’t get fluff here. What you’ll get is a partner who’s direct, who works with heart, and who will fight for your best outcome like it’s her own.

Nearly 20 years ago, I sat on the other side of the table as a first-time homebuyer—and I’ll never forget how confusing and stressful that experience was. I walked away thinking, There has to be a better way to do this. That moment changed everything. It’s why I became a Realtor in the first place: to offer the clarity, care, and guidance I wish someone had given me.

Early in my career, I branded myself the OCRealtress—a blend of “Realtor” and “Waitress”—a nod to my years in the OC active sports apparel industry, where I learned the power of high-touch, high-level service. I didn’t want clients to feel like transactions. I wanted them to feel seen, supported, and genuinely cared for. That commitment to service has been the heart of my business ever since.  

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Now a Host on American Dream TV

Carolynn was recently selected as a host for American Dream TV—a national show featured on Apple TV, The Travel Channel, HGTV, Prime, Roku, and more.

In her new role, she highlights the heart of Orange County by sharing expert insights, showcasing local communities, and telling the real stories behind the homes.

It’s just one more way she brings greater exposure and added value to the clients and neighborhoods she serves.


books read. Still Learning, Always Growing.

1,000+

years coaching & Empowering Agents

7+

referral business Built on Relationships

98%

Homes Matched With Clients

250+

in Successful Transactions

$200M+

years Guiding Clients Home

18

Heart, Hustle & Hard Stats

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