LYN VILLANUEVA: Elevating Real Estate Excellence at Partner Real Estate in CA
Lyn was born and raised in Hawaii. She began her career in mortgage servicing with Bank of Hawaii. As a senior collection officer, she worked closely with homeowners facing financial difficulties, helping them navigate their options and find solutions tailored to their unique situations. This role instilled in her a strong foundation in financial problem-solving and client care.
When she moved to the East Coast, she continued to work as a loan officer, focusing on the Hawaii market. She remained committed to transparency and client advocacy, which naturally led her to pursue her dream of becoming a real estate agent. Joining Keller Williams allowed her to turn her passion into a reality. During her time there, she earned certifications in Luxury Homes, Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR), and Short Sale & Foreclosure Resources (SFR), building her expertise to better serve her clients.
“After relocating to California, I worked with several brokerages and gained valuable insights into new construction homes, including the intricate process of building and customizing properties. However, my passion for the resale market led me to Partner Real Estate, where I’ve found a supportive environment that fosters growth and success. The daily training, conversion coach, accountability support offered here have been game-changers, empowering me to reach my full potential.
In addition to being a licensed Realtor, I am also a certified signing notary agent, which has allowed me to meet and connect with many wonderful people. At the heart of everything I do are my three grown children and my granddaughter – they are my strength and motivation, driving my dedication to excel both personally and professionally.”
Tell us about what led you to real estate.
My path into real estate was shaped by my background in mortgage servicing and lending. I started my career working for a major bank where I initiated foreclosure processes and worked as a senior mortgage collection officer. This experience gave me insight into distressed properties, auctions, and the financial side of real estate.
Later, I transitioned into lending as a loan officer specializing in subprime mortgages, where I gained expertise in clearing liens, reading title reports, and analyzing appraisals. My combined knowledge of banking, lending and property transaction made real estate a natural next step. I eventually became a licensed realtor, bringing financial expertise to homebuyers and sellers.
I am dedicated to helping clients find their dream home. I understand that buying a home is not just about finding the right property, it’s about financial preparation, smart decision making, and seamless transaction process.
I take the time to listen to their goals, preferences and budget, ensuring that every home I show aligns with their lifestyle. I stay on top of market trends, inventory, and pricing, giving my client’s a competitive edge.
My mission is to make homeownership a reality for more people, simplify the real estate journey, and build a strong reputation as a trusted real estate expert in Los Angeles.
While on the East Coast you were a real estate agent for Keller Williams. What did this experience teach you?
My time at Keller Williams in Northern Virginia taught me valuable skills, marketing, lead generation, and client engagement, while also giving me exposure to luxury real estate. Working in a highly competitive market, I learned how to attract high-end buyers, market upscale properties, and navigate the expectations of affluent clients.
I developed expertise in branding and online advertising. I learned to identify and connect with clients, often requiring a more personalized and strategic approach to sales.
Today, you work with one of the most respected agencies, Partner Real Estate. Tell us about your experience.
My experience with Partner Real Estate has been transformative, providing me the training, mentorship, and support that were missing in previous brokerages. Unlike other firms, Partner Real Estate offers a family like culture where collaboration and growth are prioritized.
Daily training sessions and conversion coaching have sharpened my skills, allowing me to better serve clients and close more deals.
Having access to round the clock guidance ensures me to handle any challenges that arise, making transactions smoother for both me and my clients.
I appreciate the mentorship and teamwork at Partner Real Estate, which fosters growth and success. Unlike past experiences, I feel truly supported.
At Partner Real Estate, I found a brokerage that aligns with my values and one that prioritizes training, innovation and client success, giving me the foundation to thrive in the competitive Los Angeles market.
What is a key factor in your success?
The key factor to my success is the deep industry expertise combined with a commitment to continuous growth and client service. My background in mortgage servicing, lending, real estate sales give me an unique advantage in understanding every aspect of a transaction from financing closing.
My expertise in real estate and lending gives me the ability to analyze title reports, appraisals, and financing options that set me apart, allowing me to guide clients with confidence.
At Partner Real Estate I thrive with a strong training and support system because daily coaching, mentorship and 24 hour support helps me stay ahead in the market.
My commitment to clients is that I just don’t sell homes. I educate, empower, and advocate for the clients, ensuring they make the best decisions.
At the core, my success is built on expert knowledge, continuous learning, and a passion for helping clients achieve their real estate goals.
What would people be surprised to know about you?
My background gives me a deep understanding of real estate beyond just buying and selling. I’ve seen the financial side, legal complexities and the challenge homeowner’s face. I have real estate licenses in multiple states and knowledge of the different markets, forms and regulations. My combination of real estate, financing, and negotiation experience makes more than just a realtor. I understand every step of the process inside and out.
How has Partner’s Real Estate contributed to your success?
Partner Real Estate plays a critical role in my success by providing the culture, tools, and support I need to thrive in the competitive real estate market.
Partner Real Estate offers daily training and a conversion coach who helps me define my skills, stay up to date with industry trends, and enhance my strategies. The constant learning environment allows me to adapt quickly to changes and improve my performance.
The supportive family environment at Partner Real Estate fosters teamwork, collaboration, and a strong sense of community. I can learn from my peers, share experiences and celebrate successes together, which motivates me to continually push for growth.
Partner Real Estate understands my ambition and offers the guidance and resources needed to hit these goals. My focus on goal setting, performance tracking, and growth, I have the infrastructure to succeed.
Can you share a few of your favorite listings? (What types of homes do you sell?)
I am focusing on residential homes, townhomes, and condos which gives me a lot of potential in the Los Angeles market. As I work on securing listings, it’s helpful to tap into my network, leverage social media, and utilize tools at Partner Real Estate to attract sellers. Keeping refining my strategies, and my listings will follow.
What do you enjoy most about working with clients?
What I enjoy the most about working with clients is the opportunity to guide them through one of the biggest decisions of their lives whether it’s finding their dream home or navigating the complexities of selling. My background in real estate allows me to provide an expert perspective that ensures my clients feel confident, informed, and supported every step of the way.
As we know, the LA fires have devastated many communities.Partner Real Estate with their compassion and love for their community lent their helping hand to the Dream Center. Share how important it was for you and your team to be part of this.
Partner Real Estate’s involvement with the Dream Center during the Los Angeles fires truly highlights the community driven culture that sets the company apart from such a meaningful initiative must and have been both humbling and fulfilling, as it allows us to give back in a tangible way.
Partner Real Estate’s support of the Dream Center provided an opportunity for me and my team to get involved in helping families affected by the fires. Being a part of something bigger than real estate is a powerful reminder of why we do that we do.
Partner Real Estate’s compassion demonstrates that success isn’t just about transactions, it’s about the impact we make in the lives of others. This initiative likely inspired me and my colleagues to think beyond business and consider how we can make a difference in our local community.
Helping those in need during a crisis undoubtedly instilled a deeper sense of gratitude and perspective. It likely reaffirmed our dedication to supporting others, both personally and professionally.
Our team’s involvement with the Dream Center shows that we’re not only in real estate to build successful careers but also to build meaningful relationships and contribute positively to the world around us.
