The Life In Business: Cindy Griffey, RA
Her casual, comfortable style is a signature of Cindy Griffey, RA, and it may explain a little of why she is the top-selling real estate agent with Century 21 All Islands. She helps clients feel comfortable. Cindy has ranked number one for the previous 12 years among 450 Century 21 All Islands agents. She has 20 years experience as a licensed real estate agent, having worked exclusively with the Century 21 system. She is highly credentialed and has strong negotiating skills, but Cindy hasn’t lost her desire to reflect a little bit of Old Hawaii. She moved to the Big Island from Maui in 1978, and was known as the Realtor on the beach at the start of her career. On workdays, she drove to Pebble Beach and posted a sign on her car to let clients know she was “in.” Cindy has since moved her work indoors, but she does occasionally get caught with bare feet in her office. With experience in homes, condos, commercial properties and land throughout West Hawaii, she loves working with people. “I get to work with different people from all over the world and make new friends. My job is different every day,” she says. Her primary market is local, first-time buyers, investors and relocations. “The Big Island is diversified and awesome with many new opportunities for newcomers.”
To maximize her time with clients, Cindy has teamed up with her daughter, Jamaica Canas, who is also a Realtor. Cindy views real estate as a service industry and she always strives to do her best for her clients. “I don’t look at the commission”, said Cindy, who makes completing the transaction her top priority. She has a knack for resolving tough issues when a buyer and seller hit a stalemate so she can still make the deal happen. “If you’re chasing the money you’re not serving the client well,” said Cindy, who really enjoys the thrill of closing a sale and making buyers and sellers happy.
Cindy stays in touch with customers long after a transaction is complete through personal contact and by enrolling them in the Century 21 Preferred Client Club. Many clients remain longtime friends and much of her business is repeat clients and referrals. Cindy’s credentials are an advantage in the industry. In addition, she has an Associates’ Degree in Interior Design, which helps her assist buyers and sellers with decorating or design questions. She also has several specialty designations, including the International Property Specialist.
Cindy Griffey, RA, Century 21 All Islands
75-5759 Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona
808.937.3370
cindy.griffey@c21allislands.com
www.seacindysell.com
