Crisp and Cole
Letter supporting forgery claim surfaces in Crisp & Cole case
A letter from David Crisp’s father-in-law, Bakersfield accountant Kevin Sluga, shows Sluga took “full responsibility” for his firm’s dealings with now-defunct Crisp & Cole Real Estate, a document received from state officials Wednesday shows.
See a Crisp & Cole video from their heyday Sep 12 2007 1:32 PM
Map of Crisp & Cole related defaulted properties Sep 12 2007 1:31 PM
Read our in depth profile of Crisp from 2006 Sep 12 2007 1:34 PM
Check out a PDF of the players and properties involved Sep 12 2007 1:36 PM
House where Crisp is staying falls into default Aug 27 2008 7:14 AM
The Southern Oaks house where David Crisp has been staying in recent months — after the once high-flying Realtor lost all of his own properties to foreclosure — fell into default Tuesday, county records show.
Regulators lay out 'lies,' 'abject failure' at Crisp & Cole hearing Aug 6 2008 7:31 AM
State regulators laced scathing descriptions of former Crisp & Cole Real Estate principals into closing arguments Tuesday of a weeklong license hearing.
Wire tap, sales deal testimony emerge at Crisp & Cole hearing Aug 6 2008 7:55 AM
The state Department of Real Estate wrapped up its arguments Monday in the mortgage fraud proceedings against David Crisp and Carl Cole, but not before fleshing out some details in the case.
Crisp's father-in-law denies forgery claim Aug 4 2008 12:20 PM
Details snowball in Crisp & Cole hearings Aug 1 2008 7:14 AM
A home Kyle Carter sold to David Crisp in 2005 again played a part in testimony Thursday as state regulators continued their mortgage fraud case against the former principals of Crisp & Cole Real Estate.
Forged letter claim electrifies Crisp & Cole case Jul 31 2008 7:43 AM
A local accountant’s signature was forged to help David Crisp’s wife get a loan in 2006, according to testimony Wednesday in the ongoing license hearings of former Crisp & Cole Real Estate principals Crisp, 28, and Carl Cole, 61.
New details emerge as Crisp & Cole hearing continues Jul 30 2008 7:35 AM
Multiple loan applications kept secret from lenders. Discrepancies in income and job statements sent to various mortgage banks.
Crisp & Cole hearings start Jul 28 2008 6:33 PM
The hearing of state accusations against former Bakersfield real estate firm Crisp, Cole & Associates got off to a quiet start Monday in the basement of the Masonic Temple downtown.
Carl Cole fought for real estate license once before Jul 28 2008 7:45 AM
When Carl Cole comes before an administrative judge in Bakersfield Monday morning to face mortgage fraud allegations, it will be the second time his license is on the line in such a trial.
Two ex-Crisp & Cole employees get deals Jul 2 2008 4:28 PM
Crisp & Cole staffers may get deal Jun 25 2008 8:13 AM
Two former Crisp & Cole Real Estate staffers charged with defrauding lenders in a state regulatory complaint entered into settlement discussions on Friday.
Regulators' case against Crisp, Cole to continue Jun 23 2008 7:14 AM
State regulators will proceed with their case against Bakersfield real estate executives David Crisp and Carl Cole after a settlement conference Friday in Los Angeles failed to resolve accusations against the pair.
CALIFORNIAN EXCLUSIVE: Former Crisp mansion sells for $1.2 million May 1 2008 8:27 AM
The sale price was about $500,000 lower than what Crisp, 28, paid for the 6,666-square-foot Seven Oaks home less than three years ago.
Hearing date set for David Crisp, Carl Cole Apr 23 2008 5:06 PM
David Crisp, Carl Cole and three former Crisp, Cole & Associates employees accused of fraud in a state regulatory complaint are scheduled to appear in front of an administrative judge in Bakersfield this summer.
Californian exclusive: Crisp’s former Seven Oaks mansion listed for $1.17 million VIDEO Apr 14 2008 5:34 PM
An opulent Seven Oaks home, one of the most recognizable symbols of real estate agent David Crisp’s rise and fall, was listed for sale Monday for $1.17 million.
Former Crisp & Cole employee appears in bankruptcy court Apr 2 2008 8:46 AM
Carl Cole finds, loses new job in real estate Feb 26 2008 7:11 PM
Keller Williams Realty recently hired Cole, 60, to work in its Camarillo branch as a broker/associate. But Tuesday, the office manager said he no longer worked there.
Crisp in-law defaults Feb 15 2008 6:34 PM
Ex-Crisp & Cole employee files for bankruptcy Feb 11 2008 2:34 PM
A former Crisp & Cole Real Estate employee who owes more than $4.2 million in outstanding mortgage payments and other unpaid bills filed bankruptcy last week, court records show.
Crisp commercial building repossessed Dec 27 2007 12:31 PM
A Stockdale Highway office building real estate salesman David Crisp bought in April has been foreclosed on.
Oh, what a year for Crisp and Cole Dec 24 2007 7:21 AM
Events in 2007 went from bad to worse for once-flashy local real estate pair
State tax board files lien on Crisp, his wife from '05 taxes Dec 10 2007 10:56 AM
State tax officials filed a lien against David and Jennifer Crisp this week for taxes owed from 2005.
State files lien against David Crisp and wife Dec 7 2007 4:32 PM
State tax officials filed a lien against David and Jennifer Crisp this week for taxes owed from 2005.
Crisp mansion repossessed after failing to sell at auction VIDEO Dec 3 2007 1:08 PM
After two delays, real estate agent David Crisp’s lavish Seven Oaks mansion has been repossessed by the lender.
First of Cole's properties foreclosed Nov 29 2007 11:13 PM
David Crisp's mansion set for auction Monday
Crisp mansion still in limbo Nov 16 2007 11:54 AM
The sale of David Crisp’s Seven Oaks mansion at public auction was delayed again on Friday.
Crisp mansion up for public auction Nov 15 2007 8:35 PM
The Seven Oaks mansion of real estate agent David Crisp is set for public auction today on City Hall's front steps, according to an automated sales hot line listing upcoming trustee's sales.
Crisp mansion auction on hold Oct 17 2007 10:56 AM
The public auction of David Crisp’s Seven Oaks mansion scheduled for this morning was postponed until next month.
Crisp and Cole hires attorney for state case Oct 11 2007 10:30 AM
Crisp Real Estate Inc. office closes Oct 10 2007 7:54 AM
The office of Crisp Real Estate Inc. — one of 13 locations raided last month by federal agents investigating the former Crisp & Cole companies — closed this week.
Mansion set to be auctioned off Oct 8 2007 9:39 PM
Next Wednesday, David Crisp's Seven Oaks mansion will be auctioned off in front of City Hall.
Web of defaults Sep 21 2007 10:48 PM
For now, federal investigations of former Crisp & Cole Real Estate operations are shrouded behind sealed warrants.
How one flip unfolded Sep 21 2007 11:12 PM
Timeline paves way to trouble Sep 21 2007 11:14 PM
Defaults related to Crisp and Cole ventures Sep 21 2007 10:59 PM
Lawsuit filed against Carl Cole Sep 21 2007 1:11 PM
Unpaid credit card debt is the subject of a lawsuit filed Tuesday against Carl Cole, the former principal and designated broker of Crisp & Cole Real Estate.
Former Crisp & Cole staffer out of jail Sep 21 2007 11:10 AM
Federal agents raid Crisp and Cole homes and businesses VIDEO Sep 12 2007 3:30 PM
FBI agents this morning searched Bakersfield entrepreneur David Crisp’s real estate office on Stockdale Highway and his Seven Oaks home, as well as the homes and offices of several of his business associates and family members, an agency spokesman confirmed.
Arrests unrelated to federal raids Sep 12 2007 2:58 PM
A Crisp Real Estate sales agent and his brother were arrested by Bakersfield police Wednesday on suspicion of possession of stolen property — street signs.
Crisp, Cole allegations explained Sep 12 2007 7:44 AM
Regulators say case is among largest of its kind in region
Firm's troubles mount Sep 11 2007 9:06 AM
State agency alleges fraud, 'dishonest dealings' in filing
List varied for people, items in accusation Sep 10 2007 10:09 PM
People and properties named in Monday's accusation against Crisp, Cole & Associates by the state Department of Real Estate
New default notices, lawsuit for Crisp Aug 28 2007 12:06 PM
Editorial: Task force needed to examine Crisp ‘empire’ Sep 12 2007 10:17 AM
Crisp & Cole defaults: Nightmare on Ordsall Street Aug 4 2007 11:34 PM
Agent: Crisp & Cole took advantage of weak for gain
Stunned by defaults Jul 22 2007 4:01 PM
Residents who thought they were in Crisp & Cole lease-to-buy program stunned to find out houses in default
Deal on tower project falls through Jul 2 2007 11:08 PM
Negotiations ended Monday between would-be developer David Crisp and Cal State Bakersfield for a twin 24-story tower project on campus.
Crisp defaults pile up Jun 30 2007 11:47 PM
Real estate firm investigated Jun 28 2007 9:27 PM
State agency looking at transactions by company, say ex-employees who gave files
IRS hits Crisp family with lien Jun 13 2007 10:20 PM
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