As a real estate agent who genuinely enjoys helping people navigate one of life’s biggest decisions, I bring a thoughtful, hands-on approach to every client relationship. I’m known for being approachable, detail-oriented, and deeply knowledgeable about the Big Island market.
My business is built on trust, clear communication, and real connection. I believe success in helping clients comes from preparation, transparency, and truly listening to what matters most to them, before, during, and long after the sale.
With 8 years of experience and over $55 million in closed sales, I bring a client-first philosophy to every relationship, grounded in transparency, responsiveness, and data-based expertise from start to finish. My 44+ five-star reviews on Zillow reflect a proven record of trusted representation and successful results for both buyers and sellers.
Tech-Driven Marketing. Proven Home Sales.
In my twenties, I set out to build a career in marketing. After being turned down for internships that required digital experience, I went back to school to earn my B.S. in Marketing. Midway through my studies, I was recruited by headhunters from top Bay Area tech firms and accepted a position with O’Reilly Media, a leading tech publisher. There, I specialized in online marketing and digital growth, helping scale the company’s online revenue for ebook sales from $3 million to over $12 million annually through data-driven campaigns and innovative strategies.
That experience shaped how I approach real estate today. With a strong background in digital marketing and brand strategy, I give sellers a measurable edge, creating campaigns that maximize exposure, elevate presentation, and attract serious buyers. I often say I start my day as a marketer first and Realtor second, because in today’s market, great marketing isn’t optional—it’s what gets homes sold.
The Psychology of Buyers: Staging and Strategy That Sell
Understanding how buyers think and who Hawai‘i’s buyers are is essential to successfully selling real estate in our unique international market. With over 80% of buyers starting online before ever connecting with an agent, presentation is everything. I combine data-backed strategy with visual storytelling, providing professional staging for every home I list. Studies show staged homes sell for up to 15% more, and I’ve seen that proven time and again. Transforming a beautiful property into a true showstopper is what creates that emotional connection that makes buyers fall in love.
A Partnership Built on Trust and Clarity
I’m here as a reliable resource throughout your real estate journey, listening closely, offering clear and honest insight, and helping you make confident, well-informed decisions. There’s no pressure or rush, just genuine guidance and support when the timing feels right for you.
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What my clients are saying...
Leeana is a terrific realtor! Professional, knowledgeable, very hard-working, and she has the patience of a saint. We were fortunate to meet her at an open house showing and immediately knew she was who we wanted to work with.
She established a portal specifically for our needs that was always up-to-date and easy for us to access from the mainland. Her response time is the best, and she is willing to go and look/video properties you are interested in.
She dealt with us for months and was always positive during our ups and downs about buying in Hawaii. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to buy or sell on Hawaii!
Leeana represented us with our purchase on the Big Island of Hawaii and we couldn’t have been more thankful. Leeana went above and beyond to show our family several homes, shared her knowledge of the market, and was able to give the pros and cons of the properties seen. Leeana was professional, punctual, a great communicator and extremely organized.
Buying a home in the current market, which is definitely a sellers market, can be a real challenge. Leeana’s expertise ensured that we were prepared and that our offer was written in a timely manner and successfully accepted. We loved Leeana so much that we referred her to our son a d daughter in law. Leeana was able to find them a home as well that they will be closing on soon. We would use Leeana again without hesitation!