Marina Makhlin's knowledge and natural understanding of real estate in the Eastern Suburbs comes from a lifetime spent living and working in the area. Working alongside her mother Stella Gankin, one of the area's stalwart agents, it's Marina who brings the second-generation energy to this powerhouse duo. In an ever-changing industry, she's quick to evolve, and seeks out up-and-coming technologies to better service clients. With a professional background, Marina spent many years at Westfield in client management, running large teams, and negotiating corporate deals. She understands the power of dialogue, the value of perseverance, and always has a strategy to get the job done.
Known for delivering results, Marina took out the 2019 award for Young Leader of the Year at the REB Women's Awards. With years of experience in the industry, she became one of the East's fastest growing real estate names.
Marina's work has always focused on delivering for the people of the Eastern Suburbs, not just closing deals. Real estate for Marina is about creating relationships and clients for life, whether that becomes upsizing, downsizing, purchasing investments, growing portfolios, renovating, or simply relocating.
With her 2 boys at Bondi Public School, Marina's strong family & community focus has seen broad network stem from her own school years at Emanuel, and her current work/life routine. She's now a principal at the new LJ Hooker Bondi Junction office.
Marina has an innate understanding of the dynamic of the East. Known in the local community, you'll find Marina & her team at Bondi community events, a sponsor at Bondi Public School, or behind the scenes with Our Big Kitchen, Will2Live or the The Vinnies CEO sleep out. An instinctive real estate professional, Marina has the kind of enthusiasm that delivers for clients now, while focusing on their future.