Marie Presti, broker-owner of The Presti Group Inc., is known for her strategic approach to real estate, blending business expertise with an unwavering commitment to her clients. With an MBA in marketing and a background in finance and computer science, she does more than buy and sell homes. She empowers clients to make informed decisions that build financial security, often forming lifelong friendships along the way.

Her reputation for going above and beyond for her clients inspired the brokerage’s registered trademark, “We go the extra block,” which came from client feedback recognizing her proactive problem-solving, data-driven strategies and dedication to anticipating questions before they arise. Whether navigating a competitive market or maximizing a property’s value, Presti ensures her clients are one step ahead.

As a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert, she understands the complexities of selling home assets during a divorce. Having been through one herself, she offers expert guidance with empathy to ease the process.

A recognized industry leader, Presti is the immediate past president of the Residential Real Estate Council’s New England Region division, which represents 2% of the 1.5 million Realtors nationwide. She serves in Realtor leadership at local, state and national levels, and is a state-certified real estate instructor. A seven-time recipient of the Boston Five Star Real Estate Agent award, she attributes her success to honesty, transparency and a results-driven mindset.

Beyond real estate, Presti is active in Rotary International, Newton and Stoneham Chamber of Commerce, and the Newton Women’s Forum. She’s also a lector and Eucharistic minister, and rarely misses one of her son’s hockey or baseball games. With her son heading to college in the fall, she’s looking forward to a trip to Croatia and embracing new adventures.