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About Julie & Liah

The skill sets we have developed through investing and remodeling, coupled with our local combined real estate knowledge, provides valuable resources and insights for our clients.

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Liah 
REALTOR (RA) RS-86353
SRES, ABR

Born in Honolulu and raised in Hawaii Kai, Liah has an in-depth knowledge, understanding and appreciation for O’ahu, its culture and neighborhoods. Liah spent her upbringing dancing with Halau Hula ‘O Namakahulali for seven years, outrigger canoe paddling throughout high school at Magic Island on Saturdays and playing lacrosse at Kapiolani Park on Sundays. Liah is an alumni of the Honolulu Waldorf School, which she attended Pre-K through High School, where she still holds strong ties to the local and international Waldorf community. Liah graduated from Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington cum laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a minor in Environmental Science. All of this while playing women’s varsity lacrosse in the icy cold winter and spring of northeast Washington State. After graduating from college, she moved to Portland, Oregon where her family relocated and started a real estate investing and home-remodeling company with her mom. After fully renovating and selling several 100+ year old Portland homes in a year and a half, Liah quickly grew an in-depth understanding of home construction, the material supply chain, remodeling, refurbishing, design and architecture. Buying, remodeling and selling several properties before the age of 24, made getting her real estate license a natural next step. Liah’s drive and passion for real estate has brought her back to the islands where she has partnered with long-time family friend Julianna Garris. Liah’s organized and thoughtful nature, along with her experience in home remodeling and her partnership with Julianna Garris makes her an excellent person to have in your corner. When Liah’s schedule permits, she enjoys hiking, the ocean, skiing, traveling, taking Japanese language classes, playing on the Wahine Lacrosse team and spending time with family and friends.

Julianna
REALTOR (B), BIC, RB-17280
CLHMS, CRS, SRES

Originating from Michigan, Julianna’s adventurous spirit led her to the warmer climate of Hawai‘i in 1981. After nine years of invaluable experience in hotel auditing, and drawing heavily on her family’s influence in construction, real estate and mortgage banking, Julianna naturally made the transition to real estate in 1990. As both a home buyer and seller, Julianna developed an early appreciation and sense of fairness for all parties involved as well as a broad understanding of the unique Oahu real estate markets. Over the years Julianna has successfully completed numerous personal home renovation projects, which allowed her to develop an in-depth understanding of difficult yet common design and construction issues – an invaluable asset to any prospective homeowner. Today Julianna’s wealth of hands-on experience, knowledge of past and current real estate values, and deep commitment to the industry allows her to accurately assess the market’s stability and stay true to her ultimate goal of helping people make sound decisions in a competitive housing market. As a Broker-in-Charge of The Choi Group with Hawai‘i Life, she has gained the respect and admiration of the award-winning firm’s outstanding team of professionals. Recognition & Awards Hawaii’s Top 100 Realtors & Performers 2011 - 2022, Hawaii Business Magazine America’s Best Realtors - #7 Statewide 2020, Newsweek Exclusive Member of Forbes Global Properties and HL1

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Professional credentials awarded by the National Association of Realtors 

SRES

The Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation signifies an agent's expertise in meeting the unique needs of clients aged 50 and older. This specialized training equips realtors with the knowledge and skills to address the financial, legal, and emotional challenges that seniors may face when buying, selling, or relocating.  By earning this designation, realtors demonstrate a commitment to providing compassionate, tailored services that help seniors make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of real estate transactions during this significant stage of life. 

ABR

The Accredited Buyer's Representative designation signifies that a real estate agent has completed specialized training focused on honing their skills in representing buyers throughout the home buying process.  By earning the ABR designation, agents demonstrate their dedication to offering superior service, advocating for their clients' best interests, and navigating the complexities of real estate transactions with a high level of professionalism and expertise. 

CLHMS

The Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist  designation is a prestigious credential awarded by the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing to real estate professionals who have demonstrated expertise and success in the luxury housing market. This designation signifies that a realtor has completed specialized training focused on the intricacies of marketing and selling high-end properties, and has met stringent performance standards, typically involving a proven track record of sales in the luxury market. Realtors with the CLHMS designation are recognized for their advanced skills in targeting affluent buyers, understanding luxury home market trends, and providing exceptional client service tailored to the unique needs of high-net-worth individuals.

CRS

The Certified Residential Specialist designation is a distinguished credential awarded to real estate professionals who have demonstrated outstanding expertise and success in the residential market. Realtors with the CRS designation are recognized for their commitment to excellence, in-depth knowledge, and dedication to providing superior service to their clients. This designation not only enhances their credibility and marketability but also connects them to an elite network of top-performing agents, further empowering them to better serve their clients' needs and navigate the complexities of residential real estate transactions with exceptional proficiency.

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