About

About Laura Bertolacci
Exceptional Service. Proven Results.
Leading San Francisco Peninsula Real Estate Broker

Laura Bertolacci is a licensed Real Estate Broker and is a known leader in the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula real estate market. Her distinctive blend of negotiation skills, market knowledge, technological edge, corporate connections, and professional relationships set her apart in the real estate industry. Laura was recognized by REALTrends and ranked as the #71 Agent for California and placed as the #218 Agent Nationwide for 2024. She is the #1 Individual Agent for San Mateo County Transactions in 2023. Laura is the #1 Agent overall for Redwood City and San Carlos sales in 2023! 

As a longtime San Carlos and Redwood City resident, Laura understands how to market and sell your home in the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula. Laura built her career on serving buyers and sellers with unmatched industry knowledge and outstanding negotiation skills. She leverages today’s latest technology to provide custom, innovative, and state-of-the-art marketing tactics for every client. 

Laura’s high-quality professional network benefits buyers and sellers alike. Direct access to leading tech, biotech, and venture capital companies throughout the San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula gives Laura a competitive advantage over the competition. Laura also has extensive experience working on residential development projects and has established deep connections in the home professional services industry. Her extensive network of experts includes contractors, architects, interior designers, plumbers, electricians, and other tradesmen. 

Laura’s passion for residential real estate is demonstrated through countless positive client reviews and consistent referrals. Her business is built on referrals and the personal relationships she’s formed over the years. Many of her past clients return to work with Laura again for multiple transactions. Her success is built on the dedication and commitment she’s provided to her clients. 

Laura is proud to be a co-founding partner at Dwell Realtors, now partnered with Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno. Established in 2015 in San Carlos, Dwell Realtors has been the #1 producing office for San Carlos properties since its inception as well as the #1 producing office for Redwood City in 2021 & 2022. Christie’s Sereno San Carlos boasts multiple top-producing agents and has become a recognizable name in the San Francisco Bay Area real estate market. 

Because of Laura’s dedication and integrity toward client relationships, the Bertolacci name remains highly regarded among industry agents, brokers, and professionals alike. Her strong relationship with previous clients and consistent sales numbers demonstrate that she provides exceptional service and proven results. Laura looks forward to guiding you through all of your home buying and selling needs. 

Awards & Experience
  • #1 Individual Agent San Mateo County Transactions 2023 
  • #1 Agent Overall Christie’s Sereno San Carlos 2023 
  • #1 Agent Overall Redwood City & San Carlos 2023 
  • #1 Individual Agent Redwood City Transactions 2023 
  • #71 RealTrends America’s Best Agent California 2024 
  • #218 RealTrends America’s Best Agent Nationwide 2024
  • #1 Individual Agent San Carlos Transactions 2022 
  • Top 2 Agent Sereno San Carlos 2021 
  • Top 3 Agent Dwell Realtors 2015 – 2020 
  • Top 3 Individual Agent Redwood City 2017 – 2023 
  • Top 5 Individual Agent San Carlos 2017-2023 
  • Top 10 Agent Redwood City 2015 & 2016 
  • Top 5 Agent Today Sotheby’s 1994-2014 
  • 2015 Best of San Carlos Award 
  • Best of HomeLight Awards 2018 – 2022 
  • 2017 – 2023 Real Trends Best California Real Estate Agent Award 
  • 2014 Best of Trulia Award 

 

  • Consistent Top Producer 
  • Chairman’s Club Award 
  • Platinum Club Award 
  • Hall of Fame Award 
  • Lifetime Achievement Award 2002 
  • *** Top 1% of All Agents USA *** 
  • Participant in ‘Top 100 Agent’ Forum 
  • Lifetime Member of Million Dollar Club 
  • Member San Carlos Chamber of Commerce 
  • SAMCAR Sales Achievement Award 1995 – 2008 
  • SAMCAR Most “Best of Tour” Award 2008
Education/Training
  • Licensed Broker since 1984
  • Certified Residential Specialist–CRS
  • Seniors Real Estate Specialist–SRES
  • e-PRO Certification (Web Site)
  • REALTOR® Code of Ethics
  • Foundation for Personal Financial Education–FPFE
  • Modern Real Estate Practice
  • Essentials of Real Estate Finance
  • Essentials of Real Estate Economics
  • Property Management
  • Sales and Strategies for the Real Estate Specialist
Skills
  • High Energy and Enthusiasm
  • Expert in Residential Marketing and Promotion
  • Exceptional Negotiating Skills
  • Outstanding Plan & Property Presentation Skills
  • Knowledgeable in all Aspects of Real Estate Sales, Exchanges, Leases and New Project Development
  • Constantly Updating & Improving my Personal Web Sites & Links
  • Desire to Exceed my Clients Expectations
  • Consistently Improve the Quality of my Services
  • Excellent Reputation Among Other Real Estate Professionals in the Peninsula Community
Areas of Specialty
  • San Carlos
  • Redwood City
  • Emerald Hills
  • Belmont
  • Redwood Shores
  • Woodside
  • San Mateo
  • Foster City
  • Burlingame
  • Hillsborough
  • Atherton
  • Menlo Park
  • Palo Alto
  • Portola Valley
  • Ladera
  • Los Altos
  • Los Altos Hills