Since 2006, top producer Lori Goto has been a trusted partner to hundreds of buyers and sellers in the growing Austin metro area. As she facilitates her clients’ exciting real estate ventures, Lori’s kindness, patience, and perseverance support each distinct relationship, creating a solid foundation for success in Austin’s competitive market. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Lori embodies the balanced, collaborative energy of the aloha spirit. Through her calm and direct demeanor, she creates a relaxed and fluid atmosphere that immediately puts people at ease. Her vast industry knowledge is matched by her emotional instincts and flawless communication style, which she customizes to each client’s preference. Lori knows that a home is the largest investment most of her clients will make, and her objective is to help them make decisions that maximize their investments — now and in the future. Lori’s expertise has consistently earned her many awards, including Platinum Top 50 REALTOR® and Texas Monthly Five-Star Professional. Lori pioneers efficient solutions that overcome any obstacle, putting her extensive talents and resources into action on her clients’ behalf. Though she works to balance what’s important to all parties involved in a transaction, she never backs away from using her fierce negotiation skills to ensure her clients achieve their ultimate goals. Along with a list of extensive accolades and accomplishments, among them, being featured on HGTV’s “My First Place,” Lori has been a proud Texas resident since 1989. She loves living in Austin with her husband, David, and is thrilled to continue to support her clients with Encore Real Estate. AWARDS Five Star Professional Award Winner — 2011 to 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021 Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) A-List — 2019 Diamond Club $10M+ Top Producer — 2020 Sapphire Circle Top Producer — 2018, 2019 10-Year Legend — 2020 Platinum Top 500 REALTORS® — 2019 Platinum Top 50 REALTORS® Winner — 2011, 2013, 2014 Platinum Top 50 REALTORS® Finalist — 2011 to 2019 CERTIFICATIONS AND DESIGNATIONS Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) Certified New Home Specialist™ (CNHS) Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) e-PRO® GREEN At Home With Diversity® Residential Construction Certified (RCC) Homeward Certified VOLUNTEER: Texas Realtors: 2020-2001 Committee member 2022 Committee Liaison 2023 Vice Chair Diversity Committee Austin Board of Realtors: Board of Director 2024-2026 2024 Diversity Committee Vice Chair 2020-2021, 2023 Diversity Committee 2022-2023 Housing and Foundation Committee Asian Real Estate Association of America 2022 &2023 AREAA Austin Board Advisor 2021 National AREAA A-List Chair 2020- National AREAA A-List committee 2019- President AREAA Austin Chapter 2017 - 2018 Treasurer 2016 - 2017 City of Austin Liaison AREAA Austin Philantropy Education Organization since 2013 Star Scholarship Committee