Property Management Since the mid-1970s
About Our Legacy
D & G Equity Management is one of the largest and oldest property management companies in Sonoma County. D & G was founded in 1982 by owners Michael DeProto, a licensed California real estate broker, and Patricia Gerlach. Michael and Patty, a husband-and-wife team, built the business from the ground up into the vibrant, successful full-service property management company it is today. Their two daughters, Jill and Ellen, have joined the family business. Jill is also a licensed real estate broker.
We have an important role in our community to provide healthy housing to qualified individuals. D & G knows the important role of conscientious property management and is committed to ensuring that we provide excellent customer service. Our extraordinary staff is dedicated to finding the best home for our customer and the best tenant for our client.
We have long term clients whom have been working with us since the company was founded and continue their loyalty to this day. We feel having a line of open communication with both our clients and tenants is one of the many reasons for our longevity.
Our high expectations inspire our clients to improve their properties. Maintaining and upgrading the properties attracts the desirable, happy tenant. Our experience is that a happy tenant will take care of the property as if it were their own.
We have several, innovative ways of advertising D & G. Beyond our own, always current, website: dandgequity.com; we place our listings on numerous websites. We personally take the photos of each home, capturing the features that a qualified individual is seeking. We create the ads ourselves, with a keen eye to making sure that all photos represent the property accurately. We take pride in the presentation of all our homes.
D & G and Russian River Vacation Homes staff members connect with our community by being volunteers in many organizations, from the local radio station and nonprofit agencies, to our Rotary club.
For further information please contact the following:
- Michael DeProto – CEO of corporation, Managing Broker, Commercial Property Services, and Inquiries / email: michael@dandgequity.com
- Patricia Gerlach – President of Corporation / email: patty@riverhomes.com
- Jill DeProto – Secretary of Corporation, Broker, Home and Commercial Sales, Accounting, and Property Manager/ email: jill@dandgequity.com
- Pete Gilmore – Real Estate Licensee, General Contractor, Maintenance Supervisor, Property Inspections for Residential and Commercial, Sales / email: pete@dandgequity.com
- Carley Rydberg – Office Administrator, email: admin@dandgequity.com
- Inquires – All inquires for our rental properties / email: inquiries@dandgequity.com
Our Team
Michael DeProto – CEO, Managing REALTOR®/Broker & Commercial Property Services
License #01920878
I have been managing property in Sonoma County for 40 years. As a licensed real estate broker and active community member it has been my goal to provide safe and clean homes and commercial spaces that make people happy to be in them.
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2016 Member of North Bay Association of REALTORS® and BAREIS MLS
Office: 707-869-0808 ext 103
Fax: 707-869-1739
Patricia Gerlach – President & Accounting
As the co-founder of D&G Equity I have worked for the last 40 years to maintain the records for our clients. We have instituted many innovations in our tracking and accounting programs. I have gone from pen and paper to state of the art database systems. Through all the changes it has always been my goal to strive for the highest degree of accuracy and clarity.
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I am an active member of the river community. Over the years I have participated in local organization including Guerneville School’s GATE program, and River to Coast Children’s Services, where I am presently the board treasurer. My greatest pleasure is to gaze off my deck at the beautiful redwood forest that surrounds me and know that this is truly my home.
Office: 707-869-0808 ext 104
Fax: 707-869-1739
Jill DeProto – Manager, REALTOR®/Broker, Property Management Services
License #01173800
I joined D & G Equity Management and Russian River Vacation Homes in 1986 — just in time to get a crash course in property management during a major flood! During my four decades as Manager of D & G Equity Management, our family business has expanded to include the Sebastopol, Santa Rosa, Wikiup, Windsor, and Rohnert Park areas. It has become the “go to” Property Management Company in West County.
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Most people know of my passion for food and wine, horses and community service. I was a professional barrel racer and horse trainer early on and was crowned Rodeo Queen in my district in 1981. Beginning in 2005, I was a member of the Russian River Rotary Club and of the Sebastopol Sunrise Rotary Club from 2006 to 2011. I served as president from 2008 to 2009 and as Rotary District 5130 Assistant Governor from 2010 to 2011, organizing several large district events during my term. I was also honored in serving as the Rotary District Governor’s Aid. The highlight of my Rotary membership was organizing local events, including the Community Holiday Dinner where I put my culinary education to use.
These days, I am focused on the ever-changing field of Property Management and keeping current with all the Tenant/Landlord laws that come with it! And, I remain dedicated to our community.
2016 Member of North Bay Association of REALTORS® and BAREIS MLS
Office: 707-869-0808 ext 107
Fax: 707-869-1739
Email: jill@dandgequity.com
Carley Rydberg – Office Administrator
Born and raised in the heart of Forestville, I’ve always felt a deep connection to West County and the Russian River communities—it’s more than just where I lived; it’s where I feel most at home. In March of 2025, I was proud to join the D&G team, bringing with me over 16 years of experience in customer-facing roles that have given me a unique perspective on both the rental industry and the local community.
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Before joining D&G, I spent almost a decade as the dedicated mail carrier for Monte Rio and Jenner. This role not only allowed me to build meaningful relationships with residents but also provided an intimate understanding of the neighborhoods, homes, and people that make West County so special. Prior to that, I spent six years as a Customer Service Representative at Tenant Screening Center, where I developed a strong foundation in tenant-landlord relations, application processes, and the nuances of property management.
Outside of work, I’m fortunate to share life with my high school sweetheart—we’re happily married and proud parents of two wonderful children. I’m passionate about family time, especially when it involves cooking new recipes together, exploring thrift stores and antique shops, or diving into DIY home projects.
Joining D&G feels like a natural continuation of my journey along the river. I’m excited to be part of such a supportive and knowledgeable team, and I look forward to helping both current residents and newcomers navigate the rental and homeownership experience with confidence and care.
Office: (707) 869-0623 ext 101
Email: admin@dandgequity.com
Pete Gilmore – Maintenance Supervisor
Hello, my name is Pete Gilmore. I moved to California from Pennsylvania in 1985. I have spent over two decades working as a specialty contractor, fabricating natural stone slabs. In this capacity, I was able to work on projects as far away as Jakarta, Hawaii, Canada and various points on the East Coast.
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Upon leaving the contracting and special project trades, I found myself drawn into the music industry. I became a Customer Service representative for a music venue owned by a member of the Grateful Dead. After ten years, the venue closed and I decided to return to my tradesmen roots. I started doing vacation home inspections with Russian River Vacation Homes and transitioned to D & G Equity Management. My new goals include being an approachable and helpful Maintenance Manager while becoming an integral part of D & G Equity and the community. I look forward to working with the many clients, owners, residents, tradesmen, and contractors.
I have lived in Forestville since 2004 with my wife, who is a Winemaker. We don’t think we could live anywhere else. Our backyard literally ends at the banks of the Russian River with amazing views, surrounded by towering redwoods. My hobbies include; backpacking and mineral collecting. I also have a home art studio, where I hand sculpt stone wine racks out of Amber Onyx that I gathered from the Uinta mountain range in Utah.
Locally-Driven Sonoma County Property Management Services
High Ethical Standards
Our business was born and has grown with the highest level of ethical standards in the industry.
Building & Retaining Relationships
It’s proven when D & G is building relationships because we retain Clients who hired us decades ago still to this day.
How We Value Properties
We value and take care of properties as if they are our own. We understand our neighborhoods and protect Client’s investments.
Facts
We’ve Been in Business for Over 45 Years
You’re contacting a company that’s family-owned and local since the mid-1970s.
Our Clients are Loyal and We are Loyal Too
We have been working with some of our property owners and maintenance experts ever since we opened our doors.
We Lead With Our Values
Our customized services are more than rent collection and tenant placement to us – we are all about your success.
We Care about Our Community
Our team volunteers in many organizations, local radio, nonprofits, and Rotary Club.
We are Passionate about Building Relationships
Investing in and maintaining owner and tenant relationships makes us stewards of property ownership.
You’ll Love Our Unparalleled Service
Our talented team takes care of your unique needs every step of the way. We work hard to exceed expectations.
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Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
At D & G Equity Management, we are deeply committed to fair and unbiased housing practices, and we strictly adhere to all fair housing laws. We evaluate all applications based on consistent, objective criteria, which include financial qualifications and rental history, for all prospective tenants.
While we cannot discuss the specifics of any application publicly due to privacy concerns, we want to assure all our clients that we never discriminate based on age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We have a diverse clientele, and our policy is to treat everyone with respect and fairness throughout the rental process.
We wish you the very best in your housing search.
Sincerely,
The Management Team at D & G Equity Management
Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
D & G Equity Management
Our apologies for your frustration however, we keep detail logs of all calls and in person office visits , and we don't show or have any knowledge of your name or correspondence anywhere in our database so please express your concerns directly to me by phoning my office, 707-869-0808 ext #107.
Much appreciated!
Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
D & G Equity Management
jill@dandgequity.com
Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
D & G Equity Management
Since your review doesn’t specify which property you’re referring to, it’s difficult for me to respond directly to any concerns. However, I can assure you that we work diligently to maintain all of our properties in a clean, safe, and habitable condition, and we have built lasting relationships with our property owners.
I do understand that rising costs can be frustrating, especially with the expenses related to vacancies and turnover, but it’s something that comes with managing and maintaining properties to a high standard.
Please feel free to provide more details about the property in question, and I would be happy to address your review with specifics.
Thank you,
Jill DeProto
Broker, D & G Equity Management
Jill DeProto, Broker #01173800
Jill DeProto
Broker #01173800
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Broker License Information
Michael DeProto, Corporate Broker # 01920878 and Broker #00661609
Street Address
D & G Equity Management
14080 Mill Street
Guerneville, CA 95446
Mailing Address
D & G Equity Management
P.O. Box 418
Guerneville, CA 95446
Agent Licensee:
Pete Gilmore Agent Licensee: 02235153
