Real estate has been a lifelong passion for Lori Sterley, one that began long before she became a broker.
Growing up in Snohomish County, Lori was raised in a family where real estate was a frequent topic of conversation. Her grandfather, Emery Baumgartner, built opportunities for his family through real estate investments throughout the Seattle area, and her mother carried that passion forward, teaching her children to understand the value of property ownership, equity, and long-term investment. As one of nine children, Lori grew up surrounded by conversations about homes, land, neighborhoods, financing, and the opportunities real estate can create.
Today, Lori brings more than 20 years of real estate experience and over 25 years of mortgage and financing expertise to her clients. Her background includes residential and commercial real estate, lending, property renovation, investment analysis, and working alongside developers on a variety of projects. Over the past several years, she has devoted significant time to renovation and investment projects, deepening her understanding of construction, valuation, presentation, financing, and resale strategy.
Lori focuses on waterfront, luxury, acreage, and distinctive properties throughout Snohomish County, Whidbey Island, and the greater Puget Sound region. Having owned, renovated, marketed, and managed properties herself, she understands value from multiple perspectives and helps clients evaluate opportunities with a broader understanding of both lifestyle and investment considerations.
One of Lori's greatest strengths is her ability to build relationships and communicate effectively throughout the transaction process. Whether working with clients, lenders, inspectors, contractors, attorneys, or fellow brokers, she understands that successful outcomes are often built through relationships as much as contracts. Her clients benefit from a professional who can negotiate effectively, solve problems creatively, and keep even complex transactions moving forward.
Lori understands that a home is far more than a financial asset. It is where life happens—where families gather, memories are created, milestones are celebrated, and people find a place that truly feels like their own. She believes finding the right property is about more than simply completing a transaction; it is about helping people find a place that supports the life they want to live.
A graduate of the University of Washington (Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority), Lori is committed to providing thoughtful guidance, strong advocacy, and the level of personal attention that exceptional properties and discerning clients deserve.
