Christine Lau, REALTOR®, has over 20 years of experience as a Realtor in Amherst and the surrounding area, where she has been a top producer ever since being named "Newcomer of the Year" in 2001, serving Hampshire and Franklin counties. Christine is a Certified Residential Specialist, only 3% of Realtors have earned this accreditation. Other designations include, GRI - Graduate Realtor Institute, ABR - Accredited Buyers Representative, SRES - Senior Residential Specialist and has recently earned her GREEN designation.

Christine is a member of the Amherst Chamber of Commerce, the Amherst Woman's Club and on the board of directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters. She has extensive knowledge of the region and excellent connections to a large network of area professionals. Christine moved to the area from Bergen County, New Jersey to attend UMass. She owned and operated the Classe Cafe in downtown Amherst for 15 years prior to beginning her Real Estate career. An entrepreneur and manager at heart, Christine is excited by the daily challenges of the real estate world. 

Christine's top professional priority is serving the interests of her clients. She devotes all of her energy and experience to managing your home sale or your home search with care and expertise. She is known to be professional with a positive approach, yet fun to be with, while she guides you smoothly through any possible real estate problems.

What is your motto? Two! Things happen for a reason & If there's a will, there's a way.

What are you currently reading? Say Nothing.

Which person (past or present) do you most admire? My maternal Grandmother. An Irish immigrant who came over alone at the age of 16. She was admired by everyone she ever met! She was full of fun and built an amazing life, enjoying every minute of it. I'm in the process of attaining my Irish citizenship through her!

What do you do to relax? Gardening and bird watching.

What do you consider your greatest achievement? My son and two awe-inspiring grandchildren.

If someone asked you for advice on getting into business, what advice would you tell them? Work hard, enjoy the journey, learn from the lessons and don't count the hours.

What are your favorite parts of living in the Five College Area? I love the land, the farms, the hills, the views. I love the life style, access to music, food, arts and education. I love the students, that keep us all young - when they come and when they go!

Did you have a turning point in your life or career? I went from being a full time restaurant owner to a full time realtor. The restaurant taught me the skills necessary in Real Estate. Hard work, management, multi-tasking, people skills, keeping one step ahead and staying calm. :)

What do you like best about being in real estate? Helping people manage the next chapter of their lives. Whether it's the first time buyer starting out, older clients downsizing or people in transition, you can be instrumental in their life path.

What is your favorite musician / band? I love live music, and we are so blessed to live in the valley with so many wonderful venues and great local bands.

Christine Lau, (413) 374-7316, ChristineLauFCR@gmail.com, https://callonchristine.com/