Our Mission Statement
Our company philosophy is simple: clients come first. We pledge to be in constant communication with you (our client), keeping you fully informed throughout the entire home buying or selling process. The formula is simple, our success is best measured through your satisfaction.
Buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. As hired real estate professionals, we’re fully dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of our clients. We take great pride in the relationships built and always work relentlessly on our client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.
Today’s buyers and sellers need a trusted resource that can guide them through the continuously evolving world of real estate. As professionals, we are always striving to lead the field in research, innovation, and consumer education. With extensive knowledge and commitment to providing only the best and most timely information to our clients, as your go-to source for real estate industry insight and advice.
Homeward Associates Team
Shawn Kunkler
Founder | Real Estate Agent
DRE#01991440
shawn@homewardassociates.com
415.857.4188
An East Coast native who traded Connecticut winters for California’s sunny skies in his early twenties, Shawn has cultivated a deep love for Northern California and all that his community provides. Mastering the art of customer success in his previous career, he pivoted from luxury athletic clubs into the real estate realm in 2017 and never looked back.
Serving the same discerning Bay Area clientele, Shawn has honed the keen ability to anticipate clients’ individual needs and identify the right course of action to achieve success. Driven by a strong desire to help others put down roots in the beloved community he calls home, his passion for real estate is palpable. It is evidenced in the way he thoughtfully guides clients through the home buying process, advocating every step of the way.
An accomplished martial artist and published author, the motorcycle enthusiast loves riding up the coast, visiting museums, and hiking Bay Area trails on the weekends.
Kat Berumen
Operations Manager
A breath of fresh air in the real estate community, Kat has always had an affinity for relationship building. Operating with an enthusiasm all her own, the forward-thinking Business Operations Manager has spent over a decade championing mindful business practices and creating a high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment and goal attainment.
The ultimate team player, Kat is recognized for her collaborative spirit and penchant for precision. Endlessly flexible and easily adaptable, she consistently achieves performance goals through her unbridled enthusiasm, unwavering tenacity, and innovative thinking.
Equal parts dexterous and detail-oriented, Kat quickly found her calling in real estate. An integral part of the team, she is steadfast in keeping her colleagues supported, engaged, and motivated.
When she is not hustling for clients, you will find Kat walking her beloved pup, Radio, hitting concerts at The Great American, and crossing new destinations off her bucket list.
Michele Dell'Isola
Transaction Coordinator
Michele is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the real estate industry. Her journey began in 2000 when she obtained her license, marking the commencement of a dynamic career characterized by diverse roles. Michele's professional trajectory has seen her excel as an office manager, and a proficient sales agent, since 2013, she has assumed the pivotal role of Transaction Manager.
As the dedicated Transaction Manager for our Team, Michele is the linchpin of collaboration, meticulously orchestrating, evaluating, and supervising sales transactions that cater to the needs of both buyers and sellers. Her commitment is unwavering—to ensure the creation of a meticulously compliant file well before the escrow process reaches its conclusion. With
Michele at the helm, the Homeward Associates team can trust in her expertise and dedication to elevate our real estate endeavors.