Olani Properties - Homes to Buy & Sell

Kiana Rodrigues has a passion for real estate that goes beyond her lifelong experience and extensive training. The fourth-generation Realtor® was born in the South Bay and grew up in a real estate family who taught her how to work hard and genuinely care for others. Since 2009, she’s used her in-depth regional understanding, multi-generational industry knowledge, and dedication to her clients’ interests to deliver superior, individualized service and mentor agents and brokers all over the U.S.

After years of working at one of the most prestigious brokerages in the Bay Area, Kiana created Olani Properties to provide her clients with a more boutique service. Whether her clients are first-time buyers, experienced sellers, or seasoned investors, Kiana guides them toward their real estate objectives with precision and sensitivity. From the first meeting until long after escrow has closed, she cares for her clients like family.

Kiana is also committed to raising industry standards. Her handpicked team of high-touch professionals are empathetic to their clients’ unique needs and believe that real estate should be a stress-free experience. Kiana’s goal is to lead every client and agent in her care to real estate success, and she does it with a personal touch. When you hire Kiana and Olani, the extras are standard, every detail is attended to, and you can relax and enjoy the process.

As a Northern California native raised in Roseville, Kristin’s knowledge of the various cities and neighboring communities are beyond extensive. With 15 plus years in the customer service industry along with with her patient demeanor, she has helped several clients in handling their real estate transactions, and serves as our office go-to for all transaction coordination. In addition to Kristin’s enthusiastic and infectious personality, she is also our talented staging coordinator. With a keen eye for design and space, she is able to transform your listing to attract a larger buyer pool and create a more profitable sale.

Erica brings a wealth of knowledge from the real estate and lending arena. As the Director of Marketing for Olani Properties, Erica helps all incoming buyers and sellers get started on the right foot with their home searches and questions. Erica also assists buyers with navigating the requirements and documents for their home loans from application to pre-approval so that our home buyers can shop with confidence knowing that they are set to shop. When Erica is not rocking her headset at her desk you can find her hiking, taking pictures and hanging out with her friends and family!

Mollie was born and raised in Eureka, in Northern California and moved to the Sacramento region to attend Cal State Sacramento. After receiving her degree, she worked in the service industry, gaining extensive knowledge in marketing, training and business operations. As Director of Training Development she oversaw local and national programs and managed 11 local restaurants in the Greater Sacramento Area.

With over 20 years of customer service experience and business development, Mollie turned her passion for “customer first” operations to the real estate field. Mollie not only strives to make sure that properties are prepared and marketed for the best listing experience possible, but she also works extensively with our buyers during their home shopping process.

Associate agent Rebecca Lai is driven to serve her clients’ best interests, whether it’s guiding them through the selling process or helping them find their dream home in the greater Sacramento area. As a mother to two girls and a boy, Rebecca knows the importance of matching a family with the right community. She draws on her extensive knowledge of the region to ensure the families in her care find homes that meet their needs and financial goals. A child of previous business owners, Rebecca understands that real estate can pave the way to building long-term wealth, and she’s passionate about helping her clients achieve the American dream of homeownership.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Rebecca earned a Bachelor of Science at San Jose State University. Prior to becoming an agent, she worked for a tech startup, and now, her sales skills and technical expertise enable her to provide a strategic, cutting-edge approach to every real estate transaction. Rebecca’s keen communication and negotiation skills, commitment to excellent customer service, expert, friendly advice, and dedication to educating her clients on all aspects of the real estate process allow her to build trusting, long-lasting relationships.

When she’s not practicing real estate or volunteering at her children’s schools, Rebecca appreciates being outdoors — biking, golfing, and experiencing the natural beauty of Northern California. As a former varsity high-school golf coach and competitive college golfer, she enjoys introducing girls and women to the sport. A self-proclaimed foodie, Rebecca also loves diving into the local restaurant scene and trying its wide variety of cuisines.

Kristen Donlinger has built her entire professional life around helping people. Having worked in different capacities and fields throughout the years, Kristen always knew that her path would lead her to real estate one day, and it has become the most natural and fulfilling vocation she’s ever had.

Kristen’s bachelor’s degree in business management has allowed her to navigate multiple industries throughout her career. She has worked as an admissions counselor at several colleges and universities and as a healthcare recruiter. All of her roles have helped satisfy her passion for serving others.

Kristen first became interested in real estate as a child when she went house hunting with her parents. This is the industry in which she feels she belongs, and she finds helping her clients achieve the purchase or sale of a home truly gratifying. The personal happiness it gives them is what’s most important to her, as well as the security and growth it provides them and their families.

Outside of work, Kristen remains plenty busy with her husband, Ty, two daughters, Lola and Lexi, and French bulldog, Smoothie. She loves to engage in some friendly sports-fan rivalry with her husband, and she looks forward to getting involved with her daughters’ sports when they’re older. Kristen fulfills her passion for helping others in her personal life as well. She has volunteered for several nonprofits that care for women and children, including thrift stores that donate profits to help those escaping domestic abuse and an organization that assists foster children.