Shirley Mercado was incredibly helpful to me as a first-time home buyer. Since I knew little about the process, Shirley gave me a detailed overview of what we needed to do to acquire my ideal home within my budget. I am so grateful to have a personable agent who is also able to objectively provide excellent services. I could consistently rely on Shirley’s quick responses, market knowledge, and early notifications when potential homes hit the market. With O’ahu’s difficult housing market, having someone as passionate, professional, and driven as Shirley was crucial. She was always accommodating and pleasant to work with when scheduling walk-throughs, communicating with other agents, and ultimately placing offers on houses. She was able to counsel me not only on how to make strong offers, but also on how to personally distinguish myself from other buyers. She played a critical role in finding my dream home, and I certainly could not have done it without her. Shirley followed through after I closed on my first home to ensure that I knew the necessary next steps in mortgage payment, property tax, insurance, and other home management responsibilities. If I need any resources pertaining to my home or future real estate ventures, Shirley will certainly be my chosen agent. Mahalo!