Maya is as native as they get when it comes to the Richmond and Central Virginia region. Having grown up in the area, Maya has watched her beloved hometown grow and change for the better. She and her husband of 33 years both attended and met at Virginia Commonwealth University. Maya comes into real estate with years of freelance writing and reporting about area news, national trade publications, and commercial real estate. She is also a non-fiction writer too, and has served as a pastor's wife, as well as an English as a Second Language teacher for adults in the community and online for children in China.
Maya's interest in real estate was piqued after she and her husband read the book "Rich Dad Poor Dad." She enthusiastically took a deep dive into learning all she could about real estate investing. She enjoys Richmond's REI community and continues to interact with the many folks she's met at local meetups. She and her husband have their first rental property and are planning for more in the future. Maya's drive and passion for wanting to help others realize the benefits of owning real estate eventually led her to become a REALTOR.
With her background as a writer and pastor's wife, Maya is skilled at asking questions and paying attention to the details. Taking the time to listen to her clients' desires and needs is of utmost importance to her because her heart is for people. It's not just about helping her clients sell and/or buy a home, it's about building a trusted relationship with them so that they can feel confident in the making the best decisions when selling and investing.
Maya is enthusiastic, persistent, open-minded and motivated, and she believes in positively moving forward while being grateful for this life. She's committed to excellence and professionalism by providing only the highest level of real estate service. Her mission is to operate with honesty and integrity and to always have the clients' best interests at heart. Maya is truly focused on being an invaluable advisor to her clients.
Consistently paying attention to this ever-changing market, Maya can confidently represent and negotiate for clients by being armed with the latest and best tools and knowledge. Maya is passionate for success and she's dedicated to making sure the clients' transactions are rewarding experiences. Please feel free to contact Maya for a no-pressure interview if you or someone you know is looking to sell or invest.
In today's challenging real estate market, selecting the right real estate agent is crucial. Maya represents every client with the highest standards of knowledge and professionalism. Whether buying or selling properties, you can be assured that you will receive superior service working with Maya as your representative.
Proudest moment
Running my first marathon four days before I turned 50 years old with a committed friend by my side! We can't do great things by ourselves!!
Biggest motivator
Helping Others To Realize Their Dreams! I thrive on encouraging others.
Kids
My husband (James) and I have FIVE wonderful children--And YES, I am very biased. I have three boys and two girls--ranging in age between 31 to 17.
Hobby
I enjoy being outdoors, hiking, biking, running, walking. And I like to write, read, and play board games and cards!
Community/volunteer
I enjoy serving at my kids' schools, and at church--and teaching English as a Second Language to adults and children.
I Love Richmond because
I grew up in the area and I love the James River Park System and all the murals and artistic flare!
Maya's Dedication Made the Transaction as Seamless as Possible
Maya did a wonderful job selling my farmhouse that was two hours away. She was able to handle all the details and even drove to meet the buyer so I did not have to miss work. I am very thankful for her enthusiasm and dedication making this sale as seamless as possible! read more...
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Maya was outstanding!
Maya maintained integrity, patience, perseverance & kindness. She listened, understood & respected my needs, goals & budget. She kept me informed when the seller kept holding up closing. Maya ensured my questions & concerns were addressed before or during closing. She helped me navigate the read more...
Michelle Burchett
Goes Out Of Her Way For Her Clients
Maya went out of her way and called on a For Sale By Owner that she thought might interest us. Sure enough it’s the home we decided to buy. With all the things that had to happen and when, she was great at keeping everything organized and moving smoothly. Highly recommend Maya. read more...
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Highly Recommend!
Maya was such a blessing in this whole home buying process. She met with us and really listened to what we wanted. She helped guide us towards our new forever home. Having someone who truly puts her clients first is a breath of fresh air. Her gentle spirit and joyful attitude helped keep us calm read more...
Rebecca![]()
My First & Only Call!
Maya was fantastic! She was always enthusiastic, knowledgeable of the area, and a great advisor in my house-hunting. She challenged me to think about the big picture, the possibilities, and the dreams of being a future homeowner while also balancing the risks of specific homes and things to watch read more...
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Relocation Recommendation
Trying to find a home in Virginia while still living in Florida was a challenge, to say the least. Maya went above and beyond to find us the ideal home. She anticipates potential roadblocks before they occur and remains in constant communication to ensure a smooth buying experience. We highly read more...
James![]()
Wow, Kindness!
Wow! Where do I even begin. I met Maya at a real estate event and her kindness and beautiful energy caught my attention. Since then Maya has helped me and my family in our residential home search. She was extremely vigilant in finding us properties to view that met our criteria. Not only that but read more...
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When we find the home you love, we'll prepare a market summary to make sure you don't pay too much. If we think you're making a mistake, we'll tell you…but decisions are always yours. We prepare a draft offer for your review, protecting you with financing and inspection contingencies. We are skilled negotiators and have lots of experience helping buyers make wise decisions.