I was incredibly blessed to have been born and raised on the beautiful westside of Santa Cruz. I have always had an affinity for homes, all shapes and sizes. Just about every drive home included a cruise along West Cliff Drive, admiring the gorgeous homes and stunning ocean views.

After attending local schools, I made the move to Santa Clara County and enjoyed a successful career as an award winning sales representative at a Fortune 500 company.  This is where I honed my skills of building and nurturing long term relationships, communication and negotiating - as well as meeting my husband, Mark.  My client focused career included a role as Sales Director for American Golf at Seascape Golf Club.

Mark and I had a desire to be closer to family, the ocean and the redwoods, so we moved to Scotts Valley where we reside with our furry baby, Madie.  We love to travel, warm water scuba dive, hike and spend time with Madie.  We also have a deep love for animals and support both the Santa Cruz and Monterey County SPCA.  I volunteer for the Magic Bullet Fund - an amazing organization that helps people who have made room in their homes and hearts for a canine companion, but do not have the financial resources to provide cancer treatment.

Couldn't be more proud and excited to be a part of Sereno Group and their 1% For Good program. The program provides agents the opportunity to donate 1% of their agent commissions to local community organizations- https://www.serenogroup.com/OnePercent

Whether you are looking for your dream home, a fixer-upper or selling/buying investment property, I will do everything I can to make it happen - and as seamless as possible!  So please give me a call, let's meet and let me help guide you through your real estate needs. I may live in Santa Cruz County but am still very active in real estate in Santa Clara County. I can be reached at (831) 227-1268 or marti@serenogroup.com. Thanks so much for stopping by and I look forward to talking with you!

Certifications

• First Time Home Buyer Specialist
• Santa Cruz County Pro
• Property Management Master 

“What can I do for you?”

In keeping with my motto, I always put my clients, and their best interests, at the forefront. Whether selling or buying, you will always be my number one priority, as I help you determine the lifestyle you want, and provide you with the education, tools, and knowledge you need to make the best decisions at every turn.

I will be your trusted advisor, having cultivated a peerless network of preferred vendors and associates – from financial resources such as mortgage lenders, to plumbers, stagers, and more – all dedicated professionals who will put your needs first. My network of associates and I will be there for you every step of the way – through the beginning, middle, and end of your transaction, and even after the sale has closed.

With my past experience as a California Certified Real Estate Appraiser, I will also bring an unparalleled level of insight to your transaction. Whether it’s the strengths and weaknesses of a home, the investment potential of a property, or the desirability of an area on the buying side, or how to analyze comparable listings and accurately price your home on the selling side, my background gives me the confidence to navigate every step of your transaction with confidence and ease.

In addition, I am a graduate of the Alain Pinel Realtors Master's Success Program, an industry-leading, comprehensive curriculum which familiarized me with every aspect of real estate practice, sharpened my business skills, and provided me with in-depth coverage of contracts, disclosures, and inspections.

As a San Jose native and active member of the community, I have spent much of my free time volunteering in area schools, both as a mentor to students and a football coach, and I also take great pride in volunteering for the Special Olympics. When not busy selling real estate or volunteering in my local community, I can often be found competing in Ironman Triathlons in both the United States and Europe.