About Finola
As one of the top-producing agents in Lamorinda: Orinda, Moraga and Lafayette, I give every client my complete dedication, attention and expertise in every transaction- simple or complex. I’m known for being an excellent communicator (crucial for clients in high stress bidding situations!), a tenacious negotiator and a savvy marketer.
Born and raised in Orinda and with more than seventeen years of real estate experience, I am an expert on the local market trends, nuances, neighborhoods, schools and recreational resources in the Lamorinda area. I graduated from Orinda’s Miramonte High School, received a degree in history from UC Berkeley, as well as a Master’s Degree from St. Mary’s College in Moraga.
Before following my passion for real estate and becoming an agent, I spent ten years teaching in the classroom and many more as an entrepreneur developing a successful private education business (PASS).
I come from a large family (6 brothers & 2 sisters) that is deeply rooted in the Lamorinda community- my kids have 31 cousins in the immediate area, so I am well connected on so many levels! I’m an active volunteer and supporter of the Orinda, Moraga and Lafayette schools as well as other community and athletic programs and organizations.
When I’m not helping clients find the perfect house or participating in my beloved community, I spend my time volunteering, hiking, skiing, traveling, swimming and hanging out with my husband, Rob, and my three fabulous kids, Jack, Betsy and Sally. Lucky me!