Nikki O'Rourke

Personal Profile Born on Oahu and raised in the neighborhoods of Kaneohe Bay and Hawaii Kai, Nikki’s family heritage in Hawaii has spanned over five generations. She brings that history with her through stories from neighborhoods on Oahu, Hawai’i, & Kauai. Her great-grandfather was a merchant in Hilo, who developed and sold commercial real estate in the early 1900s. Over the years she had the privilege of living in New York and Oregon prior to returning home in 2001. She loves life in Hawaii with her husband Tom, their two children, and treasured family pets. Professional Profile In addition to her life as a REALTOR, Nikki has over 15 years experience in sales, marketing, commercial print, publishing, & advertising. She has served both small business as well as global giants such as Nike Inc. Her years of experience in negotiating on behalf of clients, has cultivated her performance in the real estate arena. She has the drive and experience to protect her client’s interests, procure a winning deal, and deliver results. Nikki completed her requirements and educational courses to qualify as a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), the specialty membership group for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS. The CIPS Network is comprised of 2,300 real estate professionals who deal in all types of real estate, but with one common element: they are focused specifically on the “international” market. Whether assisting foreign investors, helping buyers invest abroad, or serving an immigrant niche in local markets, CIPS members are consumers’ best resource to ensure they are dealing with a professional skilled in the unique aspects of international real estate. She has her designation as a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), and is the highest professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in the residential sales field. Fewer than 4 percent of all REALTORS® hold the CRS Designation. Nikki is consistently ranked among the top 10% of all Realtors on Oahu