Barbara Abe

Barbara Abe had a plan to see the world. She would start by moving from her native England to Hawaii as part of her company's global expansion. After establishing herself on the island, as the plan went, Barbara would go on to Australia and ultimately end up back in the U.K. A true adventurer, Barbara had already seen much of Europe and was incredibly excited about the opportunity to discover the other half of the world. But Barbara never made it back home. After a short time on the island, her perspective changed. For Barbara, it was clear she had found her ultimate destination.

When Barbara left England for Hawaii in 1970, she didn't intend to leave forever, but she never imagined the powerful lure the islands would hold for her. Barbara has lived on Oahu longer than she did in England, and yet the excitement of waking up each morning to a view of the ocean is as strong today as it was when she arrived. “"I have lived here so long, but every day I'm still amazed by the natural beauty,"” she says. “It seems every day I see something that takes my breath away.”

Barbara brings the same enthusiasm and passion to her professional career. While the business she came to the island to manage did not succeed, Barbara has found success as a businesswoman and entrepreneur. She started an import and wholesale business in the 1980s that developed and distributed Hawaiian Heritage playing cards. The experience introduced her to the history of the Hawaiian monarchy which, given her English background, had a special interest for her. In addition to her rewarding career in real estate, Barbara operates a bed and breakfast with her mother, Joan. The business is a great way to help people connect with the island.

All of Barbara's experiences on the island and the wealth of knowledge she has gleaned from each endeavor have shaped the perspective she brings to her career as a real estate professional. When working with home buyers and sellers, Barbara analyzes recent market activity so that she can present her clients a clear picture of the local market and their best options for success. This enables them to make the most informed decisions and get the most out of their real estate opportunities.

For Barbara, the diversity of the unique individuals she meets is the best part of her career. When she is working with buyers and sellers, she not only strives to provide the sage advice they need to achieve their real estate goals, but does everything she can to make the process an enjoyable and rewarding experience for her clients. Barbara is more than a Realtor®. She's a counselor, adviser and friend.

Most of all, Barbara enjoys using her perspective in Hawaii Kai as a longtime resident and her experience in the local market to help fellow residents in the community achieve success when buying or selling a home. When the time comes for your next move, turn to the professional with A Clear Perspective For Your Real Estate Success that will make all the difference for you throughout East Oahu and the surrounding area. Contact her today to schedule a private consultation or to request a complimentary copy of her Relocation Package on Hawaii Kai.