Manny Khoshbin
Founder and CEO of The Khoshbin Company
Manuchehr “Manny” Khoshbin established his real estate legacy with a sharp eye for distressed markets and a mindset shaped by resilience As the founder and CEO of The Khoshbin Company, he spent decades identifying undervalued commercial assets, repurposing properties, and navigating evolving market conditions.
Khoshbin is especially known for his precise timing and hands-on approach Combined with bold strategy, discipline, and instinct, these qualities have enabled him to transform personal adversity into generational wealth
New Country, New Beginning
Manny Khoshbin arrived in the United States at the age of 14 with his parents, having fled the war in Iran With almost no financial resources and limited English skills, the young man had to adapt quickly
From his parents, Khoshbin learned the importance of persistence early Every job, every opportunity, was a stepping stone toward self-sufficiency.
Early Grit and Entrepreneurial Drive
At 16, Khoshbin took a job at Kmart, stocking shelves and sweeping floors Two years later, he launched his first venture–selling nuts door to door While the business was short-lived, it lit a spark. By age 21, he had entered the mortgage and real estate sector.
At 23, Khoshbin opened a supermarket in Santa Ana, diversifying his income and reinvesting profits into real estate. The idea wasn’t just to grow a business, but to build a platform that could weather economic cycles and serve as a foundation for long-term investing
Building a Real Estate Empire Against the Grain
Manny Khoshbin’s early investment strategy emphasized overlooked properties in growth markets. That instinct paid off in 2007 when he sold more than 1 million square feet of office high-rises just before the market collapsed
Today, his portfolio includes commercial properties across multiple states His areas of expertise include asset repositioning, post-COVID commercial strategy, and opportunistic acquisition Khoshbin’s reputation also extends into publishing. The author of Contrarian PlayBook: How to Build Your $100 Million Real Estate Portfolio from the Ground Up and Driven: The Never-Give-Up Roadmap to Massive Success, his works reflect both his business strategies and personal convictions.
Inside The Khoshbin Company
Based in Costa Mesa, California, The Khoshbin Company operates as a privately held commercial real estate investment firm with a portfolio of Class A and B industrial, retail, and office properties Founded in the early 2000s, the company has built a national footprint, completing more than $1 5 billion in transactions across seven states
Although initially a family office, The Khoshbin Company has recently taken on selective syndications, partnering with outside investors on targeted acquisitions that meet its strict criteria. This move has expanded both the reach and capability of the firm, while still maintaining the efficiency and personal oversight that define its operations
Over its 21-year operating history, the firm has consistently sought out projects that can be revitalized to better align with the surrounding city and tenant base. The core of its approach lies in recognizing underperforming or mispriced assets and transforming them into functional, income-producing properties.
What sets The Khoshbin Company apart is its direct involvement in acquisition and management. Rather than layering on extensive overhead or outsourcing key decisions, the company takes a hands-on approach to asset management, which helps drive cost efficiency and clarity in execution This model allows for quicker responses to shifting market conditions and has contributed to a strong record of steady, above-average returns.
Giving Back with Purpose
Philanthropy is a constant in Khoshbin’s life and legacy He has donated over $600,000 to charitable organizations, focusing on children’s causes One of the central initiatives is the CHOC Thompson Autism Center, to which he pledged $1 million. His contributions extend to other organizations such as TACA, all tied to supporting underserved and medically vulnerable children.
A Life of Family and Vision
Manny Khoshbin has been married to Leyla Milani Khoshbin since 2011 They reside with their two children, Priscilla and Enzo, in Newport Coast, California For Khoshbin, success has always been defined by more than money–it’s about freedom, security, and giving his children the life his parents once struggled to provide
His carefully curated collection of exotic cars is a visible marker of that success. For him, these vehicles are more than symbols of achievement; they represent a strategic blend of passion and investment. Khoshbin takes a disciplined approach to collecting and selecting rare and limited-production models known to hold or increase in value over time.
His collection has become a point of interest for many of his followers, often featured across his digital platforms It reflects the same mindset he applies in real estate: find assets with long-term potential, understand their market position, and invest with conviction
A Legacy in Motion
Manny Khoshbin has carved out a rare space in real estate–part investor, part educator, and part operator His work continues to evolve, but the foundation remains unchanged: identify opportunity, act with conviction, and never forget where it all began
Through his leadership at The Khoshbin Company, published work, and charitable giving, Khoshbin continues to shape a legacy grounded in vision, resilience, and long-term value.