Veteran multifamily professional Ben Ketel recently joined The Mogharabi Group. He will be responsible for servicing and expanding the firm’s advisory services throughout California and key Western U.S. markets.

During the course of his 25-year career, Ketel has been involved in more than $2 billion in multifamily, hospitality and commercial estate transactions. He joins Mogharabi Group from commercial real estate investment firm Red Tail Acquisitions, a subsidiary of Fowler Property Acquisitions.

“Ben is known throughout the industry for his exceptional leadership and investment track record,” said Alex Mogharebi, The Mogharabi Group founder and president. “His arrival is part of our strategic expansion plan that includes partnering with seasoned industry leaders who recognize the value of our proprietary 1031 Exchange platform of private high net-worth, institutional and exchange buyers. Ben’s unparalleled level insight and first-hand experience will be an integral part of our plans to enter five new markets over the next three years.”