About Me
I help buyers and sellers make thoughtful real estate decisions in Berkeley, California, the city I’ve called home for three generations.
My Background
I’m a third-generation Berkeley native and UC Berkeley graduate. I grew up in these neighborhoods, attended Berkeley schools, and chose to build both my life and my career here. I know which streets flood in heavy rain, which school boundaries recently shifted, how the planning commission has evolved its interpretation of historic preservation guidelines, and which neighborhoods have the strongest community networks.
This depth of local knowledge, combined with my own proprietary analytical tools, allows me to provide analysis that goes far beyond comparable sales data.
My Specialization
I focus on two areas where Berkeley’s market is particularly distinctive: historic architecture and homes with sustainability features. From grand Victorians and Craftsmans to mid-century modernist gems to high-performance net-zero properties, these homes require specialized knowledge. I understand the inspection issues, the buyer pools, the financing considerations, and the regulatory requirements that come with owning one of these properties.
I’ve also developed deep expertise in Berkeley’s environmental regulations, particularly BESO compliance, disclosure requirements unique to older homes, and the considerations that affect long-term ownership costs in ways most agents don’t fully understand.
My Approach
I’m deeply data-driven. I’ve built proprietary analytical tools specifically for Berkeley transactions because I believe clients make better decisions with better information. Sellers receive detailed net proceeds scenarios that account for Berkeley’s unique fee structures. Buyers get realistic total cost of ownership projections. Everyone gets honest analysis about market timing, pricing strategy, and negotiation leverage.
I’m a tribal member of the Seminole, Mvskoke, and Choctaw Nations of Oklahoma, and I bring the Seventh Generation Principle into my work, considering how decisions today impact seven generations forward. In real estate terms, this means helping clients make choices that honor both their immediate needs and their long-term legacy. It’s about stewardship, not just transactions.
Track Record
Since 2013, I’ve helped Berkeley buyers and sellers achieve exceptional results. My listings sell for an average of 20% above list price, a reflection of strategic pricing, comprehensive marketing, and deep market knowledge. For buyers, 85% of my clients get into contract on their first offer, which means less stress, fewer backup scenarios, and faster closings. Over my career, I’ve successfully closed over $350 million in transactions.
How I Work
I don’t do high-pressure sales. I provide thorough research, transparent communication, and strategic guidance. I’ve built my practice around integrity, consistency, and the belief that good decisions come from good information. Whether you’re buying your first home or selling a property you’ve owned for decades, I’m here to provide expertise, support, and honest counsel.
If you’re considering real estate in Berkeley, I’d be honored to help you navigate the process.
Services
Personal Consultations
I take a consultative and analytical approach to help you realize your goals. I begin every relationship with an individual meeting to establish an understanding of your specific needs. Establishing a time line is the next step towards a successful real estate engagement.
I am acutely aware of market conditions, the real estate transaction life cycle, and how to present a competitive offer for both buyers and sellers. I employ modern data analytics techniques to provide each client with the most current information to inform their real estate transaction process.
Finding Your Ideal Home
The Bay Area is a wonderful place to live, work, and play. I have a great historical knowledge of the unique neighborhoods, schools, and districts. I care greatly about our local communities and I work to help evaluate which neighborhood best suits the needs of each individual or family I work with.
I help you to understand nuanced market conditions, explain the real estate transaction life cycle, and advise on how to present a competitive offer.
Selling Your Home
The reasons to sell your home are varied – relocating for a job opportunity, downsizing and relocating to a more walkable neighborhood, or simply falling in love with a new dream house. I prepare an in-depth market analysis followed by a detailed go-to-market strategy, with advice for adding the most value with the greatest return of your investment. I bring my experienced team of landscapers, painters, house cleaning services, and home staging consultants to make preparing your house easy and ensuring the best financial results.
Data Analysis
I perform a market segmentation analysis for each client to determine the likelihood of achieving the desired outcome based on comparable property sales within a given radius of your chosen property. I look at a range of comparable properties and assess the appropriate offer and listing prices to get you the best value for your home.
Listing Search
Each client I work with is given free access to the most cutting edge technology platforms that give them daily updates regarding properties on the market that meet their individual buying or selling criteria. I encourage you to register for a listing search and begin getting free notifications on homes that might be interesting for you.
Community Consultation
As a lifelong resident of the Bay Area and a mother of two teenage school children, I have deep community connections and a wealth of knowledge of the surrounding area including schools, rental regulations, zoning restrictions, and many other factors that will be relevant to each client’s living situation following their real estate transaction.