The landscape of real estate has fundamentally changed. A single agent simply can't handle the expertise, availability, and resources required in today's market. But here's the reality: most teams, including those in Lamorinda, are teams in name only.
Building a truly high-functioning team takes years of intentional effort. This year was a rebuilding year for us, and I couldn't be more energized about where we stand heading into 2026.
What makes our team unique? We're a vertical, fully licensed team where every member works collaboratively on behalf of each client. Allison, Todd, Ginny, Brad, Marisol, and I all hold our licenses. Jen leads our marketing team and brings decades of real estate marketing experience, including over 13 years with us. This structure blends deep market knowledge with fresh operational innovation and directly enhances our results. Last year, our team's average price per square foot was 20% higher than the average of other Lafayette Realtors combined. On a 3,000 sq. ft. home, that can add up to over $375,000 more per sale!
Throughout the year, we've been deeply engaged in community events that raise money for local nonprofits:
- Lafayette Partners in Education
- Lafayette Juniors Kitchen Tour
- Fore Our Schools Golf Tournament Benefiting the Moraga Education Foundation
- Las Trampas Gala and Auction
- Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area Gala and Auction
- DGT's Fourth Annual Sip and Shop Benefiting Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area
- Ruby-level sponsorship of Children's Health Guild Holiday Event
- The 13th Annual Lafayette Community Holiday Celebration
- Local Youth Sporting Events
With each sale, we give back, and we've just surpassed $685,000 in donations enriching this community.
As we celebrate 18 consecutive years as Lafayette's #1 real estate team, we're filled with gratitude and renewed commitment. Real estate remains what it's always been at its core: about trust, connection, and helping families find their place in this wonderful community.
On a personal note, 2025 brought beautiful milestones for the Green family. Kendall and Shane were married in the Napa Valley, and Kendall launched Rebuild Performance PT in Lafayette. Brad joined our real estate team and is loving it. Todd and I celebrated 35 years of marriage. With both our children living nearby, Todd and I are reminded that these moments are what life's truly about.
From all of us, we wish you a beautiful holiday season. I look forward to reconnecting with my weekly market email in mid-January.