In today’s competitive environment, East Bay home buyers and sellers need a partner who listens wholeheartedly, responds quickly and puts clients’ interests first. That’s why I built my decade-long career as a REALTOR® on a foundation of dedication, communication and transparency.

Nothing is more important to me than forming genuine partnerships – and often long-lasting friendships – with clients as they make one of the biggest financial decisions of their lives in one of the most challenging markets. 

Since launching my real estate career in 2011, clients have relied on my expertise in fast-moving markets, especially Lafayette (my hometown), Walnut Creek and Rossmoor’s 55+ community. I’m thrilled that nearly 100% of my business is based on referrals from happy sellers and buyers! 

I didn’t always live in the beautiful Bay Area. I immigrated here at age eight from Japan and Taiwan. After I married my high school sweetheart in 2000, we spent a few years in San Diego while my husband served as a Navy Civil Engineer Corps officer and I worked in personal banking. I’m immensely grateful to be back in the Bay Area and enjoying family, friends and the diverse culture only this region can offer.  

Professional Experience:  

• Abio Properties – 2017 to present 
• Empire Realty Associates – 2014-2017 
• Keller Williams Realty – 2011-2014 

Additional Expertise: 

• Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) 
• Green certified by the National Association of Realtors   

Fun Facts: 

• Climbed Mt. Fuji 
• Lived in three countries 
• Able to Communicate in Japanese and Mandarin 
• I raise chickens! (Silkies, Orpingtons, Austratorp and a Jersey Giant) 
• Devoted to public schools and sports boosters, including at Acalanes High School, where my daughter was a wrestling team trailblazer and my son was the MVW for the 2021-2022 wrestling season.
• Proud Eagle Scout Mom

#RealEstateGuru ~ #MamaBear ~ To be entrusted with the sale or purchase of a home is a privilege that I never take for granted. I never settle for “good enough”, believe I must earn my client’s trust, and strive to exceed expectations.

I have enjoyed 19 highly successful years as a Realtor and former lender and have represented some of the East Bay’s most distinguished properties.

My success is, without a doubt, the result of the positive relationships I have built, and “good old-fashioned hard work”. Networking is what I am most known for. I am a natural problem solver, experienced Certified Negotiator and Pricing Expert, and have deep local market knowledge and global connections.

I still have wanderlust after an exciting 28 year career with the airlines, having traveled over much of the world and all 50 states (not counting all of the moves as a military brat)!

We moved to Walnut Creek from Wisconsin when our kids were in 3rd grade. (GO Packers!) Raising our twins in the Bay Area are what we are most proud of.

In my free time, you’ll find me on hikes with Karma, the family Labradoodle, listening to books, & experimenting with cooking. I am passionate about Healing the Children, a non-profit that arranges medical missions for children around the world.

Expertise:

• Notable Luxury Properties Sales Professional
• NAR Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor & Certified Negotiator
• NAR Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist
• Proudly Serving Veterans / VA Loan Experience
• Baby Boomer / Senior Real Estate Transition Coach
• Rossmoor 55+ Community Expert

Professional Affiliations:

• Top Agent Network – Proven Top 5% Producer Bay Area
• Contra Costa Association of Realtor
• California Association of Realtors
• National Association of Realtors