Leeana Runningbear

REALTOR SALESPERSON, GRI, RSPS

Aloha, my name is Leeana Runningbear. I strive to exceed your expectations by being highly prepared, a great communicator, and providing in-depth knowledge of the local market. My extensive sales experience and marketing background have created a strong foundation for my success in real estate.

My Real Estate Expertise
I offer an exceptional client experience. I serve you with dedication, expert advice, and creative strategies. My calm demeanor, patience, and persistence assist in a smooth and successful sale.

Over the past couple of years, my sales volume has doubled year over year, and last year, I closed a home every two weeks.

I specialize in condo assisting buyers and sellers in the Resorts (Waikoloa Beach, Mauna Lani, Mauna Kea), Waikoloa Village, and Kona. I also have experience selling/buying luxury homes, land, and new homes.

Having a specialist in this area ensures you are working with someone who knows the pros and cons of the area and the challenges vacation rentals can be to purchase or sell.

Mission Statement
Exceeding buyer’s and seller’s expectations with superior Big Island Real Estate services.

Value Statement
1. Dedication to great communication
2. Maximizing client’s investment opportunities
3. Business professionalism with a personal touch
4. Utilizing a detail-oriented approach
5. Protect and promote the interest of my clients
6. Abiding by the National Association of Realtors Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice

My Team Approach
Jeremy, my wonderful husband, has entered the real estate domain as a licensed agent, and together, we're excited to form a dynamic duo. This partnership promises to bring double the expertise and care to our clients, enhancing our service with our combined skills and dedication.

My Love of Hawaii
Little did I know that Hawaii was my destiny, beginning with a family reunion at the tender age of ten. The islands quickly became my sanctuary, with their perfect weather, pristine beaches, vibrant outdoor lifestyle, and the infectious joy of its residents. As fate would have it, my connection to Hawaii deepened through my family and my husband, a native islander. With each passing year, my love for Hawaii grows, as does my happiness living in this paradise.

Education and Training
Continuing my education daily, weekly, and monthly makes me happy and helps my clients meet their goals. I thrive on podcasts, in-person classes, educational real estate conferences, and getting specialized certificates/degrees.

My Certificates/Degrees:
Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI)
Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS®)
Bachelor’s in Marketing
Graphic Design Certificate
Legal Specialist Certificate

My Hobbies
When I am not selling Real Estate, you can find me hiking along the coastlines of North Kohala, taking landscape photos, walking my new puppy Ula with my husband, and loving what the Big Island has to offer.

Let’s Connect
My job is to be your trusted real estate advisor, helping you make the best decisions when buying or selling your home. If you are looking for an experienced Realtor© who knows the Big Island inside and out, give me a call. No pressure, no sales pitch.

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Aloha,
Leeana
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What my clients are saying...

We were fortunate to use Leeana Runningbear as our realtor while selling a condo on the Big Island. We were impressed from the beginning with Leeana’s drive, preparedness, forward-thinking and agile responses.
She met us prepared and ready to work. She dove in with excellent advice for a rapid turn-around. She helped us make hard decisions about what to get rid of and how to stage the condo for showing. Her advice was invaluable, and she was willing to roll up her sleeves and pitch in.

When the condo was finally show-able, she held open house after open house, ensuring anyone with an interest got to see it at their convenience. When a buyer couple presented themselves, Leeana made the interaction manageable, running interference between the very difficult couple and us.

We feel we were particularly lucky to have selected Leeana, and we highly recommend her to anyone seeking to buy or sell real estate on the Big Island.

— Shawn Rogers

Leeana or "RB" (the nickname I gave her) went so far and beyond in her efforts to help us get our new home in Ocean View.

She is a hard worker, smart, knowledgeable, patient, persistent but not pushy.

She is on top of her game and If you don't get the house your heart desires it certainly will not be because of lack of effort on her part.

I recommend you work with her 110%. Her spirit of Aloha shines through her pleasant personality.

— John Walters