Sara R. Layne Pedro

About Sara

Sara Layne Pedro is the Principal Broker of LUVA Real Estate and the 2026 President of the West Hawai‘i Association of REALTORS®, leading with a commitment to elevate professionalism, integrity, and collaboration across Hawai‘i’s real estate industry. She believes exceptional real estate is built on trust, respect, and a genuine focus on people — because while we all strive to be our best, we are also human, and relationships are at the heart of everything in this business. She encourages a culture of grace and understanding, where growth is continuous and people are supported even when mistakes happen.

With more than 20 years rooted in Hawai‘i, Sara combines strategic expertise with attentive listening. She is deeply committed to understanding her clients’ top goals and priorities — the “why” behind their move and what truly matters in their lives. Equally, she is dedicated to developing successful real estate professionals. She has a proven track record of helping agents expand their skills, refine their strategies, and build sustainable, thriving careers as integral members of a collaborative brokerage team.

Known for her intuition, honesty, and steady leadership, Sara believes professionalism and kindness are not mutually exclusive — they are essential partners. Her focus is always on achieving the best outcomes while honoring the people at the center of every transaction. She is a bold yet fair advocate and holds a steadfast belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to own a piece of real estate and feel secure in the place they call home.

When she’s not advancing her profession or guiding clients through important transitions, Sara is cheering on her three children, supporting community activities, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Big Island with her family. Hawai‘i isn’t just where she works — it’s where her family’s Hawaiian heritage is rooted, where she built her career, and where her passion for helping others thrive continues to grow.

**FUN FACTS ABOUT SARA**

• Husband, 3 Kids, 2 Dogs, 2 Cats
• Truck Lover
• Beach Addict
• Shopping obsessed, owner of a local shop
• Loves to organize and reorganize
• Mexican food is her favorite
• #Doesn'tLoveSocialMedia
• Drink of choice: Tequila soda, 4 limes

Business Recognitions
• Current President-Elect for the West Hawaii Association of Realtors
• Grievance Committee / West Hawaii Association of Realtors

Designations & Certifications
• CRB Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager
• ABR Accredited Buyers Representative
• SRS Seller Representative Specialist
• PSA Pricing Strategy Advisor
• Green Designee

Testimonials

"Sara operates with the highest standard of integrity. Do not except this from all agents within the Hawaiian real estate market. Sara is a priceless exception. Hawaii real estate transactions are frequently non linear. You should except some bumps and stalls. You will want Sara, a seasoned and honest professional, guiding you as you go through the process."

"Sara helped us purchase our condo in Kona. She was very familiar with the various condo complexes in the area and showed us a lot of options while we were on the island. We found one we liked even though we were back home on the Mainland, but he expertise allowed us to make the purchase and finalize the deal from the Mainland. We split our time between Kona and the Mainland and Sara was always there to answer and questions, a real professional!"

"Sara was our listing agent when we decided to sell, she was very knowledgeable about the HARPTA tax that is now imposed on non-resident owners. Her advise and direction gave us a big advantage when we applied for a refund of some of our money held in escrow, we were able to recover most of the money held!"

"Sara helped me buy and sell all in a few weeks - we communicated daily on multiple subjects and Sara worked incredibly hard to keep all the parts moving and making certain buyers and sellers were informed and happy!"

"I could not have had a better experience! While working with Sara, I saw how professional and intuitive she is during her transactions. She understood things regarding the sale before I had a chance to explain them to her and she was always concerned with how I was doing through the process. This sale was done quickly and diligently. Sara was able to get me the price I needed and she did it so quickly, too."