— THE REAL ESTATE EDUCATOR · EAST BAY

Feel clear, confident, and in control of your next move.

Real estate decisions in the East Bay hinge on timing, strategy, and competition. Most people don't struggle for lack of options. They struggle without a clear way to evaluate them. That's where I work differently.

The Real Estate Educator

Psychology-backed guidance, education first.

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Realty ONE Group Elite

CREDENTIAL

California Licensed

Educational Psychologist

AGENT DRE

#01375296

SERVICE AREA

Oakley, Walnut Creek, Brentwood, Concord & Pleasant Hill

MEET JESSICA

A Bay Area native who reads people as carefully as she reads the market.

I'm an East Bay Realtor with Realty ONE Group Elite, first licensed in 2003. My career spans more than two decades across real estate and education, including 13 years as a school psychologist, and I'm also a California Licensed Educational Psychologist.

That mix shapes how I work. I lead with education: you'll see your options, usually three clear scenarios, before you make any decision, because a move this big deserves real clarity, not guesswork.

THE INFORMED DECISION FRAMEWORK ™

I don't just show you homes. I build a strategy first.

I break down your options, evaluate the market through your specific goals, and create a clear plan before any major decision, so you understand not just the plan, but the reasoning behind it.

Clarify your options

I map every path on the table and cut through the noise, so choices feel manageable instead of overwhelming.

Evaluate with data

Market numbers and buyer behavior are weighed against your goals, not gut feeling or pressure.

Move with confidence

When challenges surface, I move quickly into clear, practical next steps, and you're always in control.

HOW CAN I HELP?

Buying or selling in the East Bay?

With more than two decades across real estate and education and a psychology-backed,

education-first approach, you'll feel supported and clear every step of the way.

Buy

Sell

Meet Jessica

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Real estate isn't just about buying or selling

property. It's about decisions that shape your time,

your finances, and your future, made with clarity,

confidence, and a strategy behind every step.

What my clients say

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jessica was exactly what we were looking for in an agent, someone who listened to our needs and, at every opportunity, went the extra mile to get us the perfect house. We can't thank her enough for all her expertise and knowledge throughout the entire process. Thank you, Jessica!

Matt & Suzie Kimmel

Home Buyers

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I worked with Jessica as a first-time homebuyer and was hesitant to buy a condominium, unsure if I could afford it or qualify. She explained owning versus renting, helped me see the long-term value of building equity, did the research, and secured a full financing plan, guiding me every step of the way. Her knowledge and expertise are exceptional, and I highly recommend her to friends and family.

Janet Ragat

First-time homebuyer

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I recently went through the daunting process of both selling my home and buying a new one. Thankfully, I had Jessica in my corner. I couldn't have asked for a more patient, thoughtful, and knowledgeable Realtor. She answered my many questions, helped me understand what to expect next, and kept me on track, making the whole experience far less overwhelming. I love the home she found for me, and I would recommend her without hesitation.

Tina Lenderman

Sold and bought

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jessica helped me understand my options and showed me that moving up from a condo to a home with a yard could actually work. She even got my condo rented to a great tenant. The whole transition felt smooth and manageable.

Ermelinda E.

Move-up buyer & landlord

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

As first-time buyers we were nervous and unsure we'd even get an offer accepted. Jessica educated us, answered every question, and built a strong offer that got accepted. She turned something overwhelming into an exciting, successful experience.

Donald H.

First-time buyer

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Why work with Jessica

East Bay market depth

A native's read on neighborhoods, timing, and pricing across Contra Costa County.

Trusted local connections

Vetted lenders, inspectors, and contractors ready when you need them.

A powerful network

Backed by Realty ONE Group Elite and its full marketing reach.

Clear, honest advocacy

Transparent communication and a fierce advocate in your corner throughout.

LET'S CONNECT

Let's make your next

move a confident one.

Start with a strategy call. I'll map your options, usually

three clear scenarios, and build a plan that fits your goals.

(925) 354-9408

THE JESSICA KALAMA DIFFERENCE

Clarity. Strategy. Results.

A calm, informed path through your next move, guided every step

by someone who leads with education

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Jessica Kalama

Clarity. Strategy. Results.

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Feel Clear, Confident,

and in Control of Your Next Move

Real estate decisions can feel overwhelming, especially in a market like the East Bay where timing, strategy, and competition all matter. Most people don’t struggle because of a lack of options they struggle because they don’t have a clear way to evaluate those options.

That’s where I work differently.

LET'S CONNECT

Welcome — I’m

Lic # 01375296

a Bay Area native Realtor first licensed in 2003, and a Licensed Educational Psychologist. My role isn’t just to guide you through a transaction. It’s to help you make informed, confident decisions at every stage of the process.

I use a structured approach I call the Informed Decision Framework™. This means we don’t just look at homes or list properties we break down your options, evaluate the market through your specific goals, and create a clear strategy before any major decision is made. You’ll understand not only what we’re doing, but why we’re doing it.

Welcome — I’m

Lic # 01375296

a Bay Area native, Realtor since 2002, and Licensed Educational Psychologist. My role isn’t just to guide you through a transaction. It’s to help you make informed, confident decisions at every stage of the process.

I use a structured approach I call the Informed Decision Framework™. This means we don’t just look at homes or list properties we break down your options, evaluate the market through your specific goals, and create a clear strategy before any major decision is made. You’ll understand not only what we’re doing, but why we’re doing it.

For Buyers,

that means clarity in a fast moving market knowing when to move forward, when to pause, and how to compete without overextending.

For Sellers,

it means positioning your home intentionally, combining market data, buyer behavior, and strategic digital exposure to attract the right audience and create meaningful demand. I apply my EPIC Framework™: Equity Position, Presentation Power, Impact, and Campaign Strategy, so your home is not just listed, but strategically positioned in the market, presented to create strong first impressions, and launched with a clear campaign designed to generate real interest and qualified demand.

For Buyers,

that means clarity in a fast moving market knowing when to move forward, when to pause, and how to compete without overextending.

For Sellers,

it means positioning your home intentionally combining market data, buyer behavior, and strategic digital exposure to attract the right audience and create meaningful demand. I apply a structured approach inspired by the E.P.I.C Framework Position, Impact, and Conversion so your home is not just listed, but strategically positioned in the market, presented to create strong first impressions, and launched with a clear campaign designed to generate real interest and qualified demand.

My background in psychology, data analysis, and working closely with families making important decisions about their children shapes how I work. I understand how people process information, handle uncertainty, and make high stakes decisions, and I also look at the numbers behind the market so we’re not relying on guesswork.

That combination allows me to break complex situations into something clear and manageable, so you can see your options, understand the strategy, and move forward with confidence. I am also highly solution focused, which means when challenges come up, I don’t stay stuck on the problem I help you move quickly into clear, practical next steps.

REAL ESTATE ISN'T JUST ABOUT BUYING OR SELLING PROPERTY.

It’s about making decisions that impact your time, your finances, and your future.

My job is to make sure you make those decisions with clarity, confidence, and a strategy behind every step.

REAL ESTATE ISN'T JUST ABOUT BUYING OR SELLING PROPERTY.

It’s about making decisions that impact your time, your finances, and your future.

My job is to make sure you make those decisions with clarity, confidence, and a strategy behind every step.

What MY Clients Are Saying

Ermelinda E.

I wasn’t sure if moving from my 2 bedroom condo to a 3 bedroom home with a yard was even possible, especially knowing it would mean becoming a landlord and carrying two mortgages. It felt overwhelming at first.

Jessica helped me understand my options and showed me that it could actually work. With her guidance, I was able to find the right home and secure a loan that felt comfortable for my situation.

She didn’t just stop there. She also helped me get my condo rented to a great tenant, which made the entire transition feel smooth and manageable.

I truly appreciated how knowledgeable and supportive she was throughout the process, and I would absolutely work with her again.

Donald H.

As first time buyers, we were extremely nervous and honestly unsure if we would even be able to get an offer accepted. Jessica Kalama made the entire process feel possible. She took the time to educate us, answer every question, and guide us through each step with patience and care.”

“Her strategy and knowledge helped us put together a strong offer that ultimately got accepted, and we felt supported from beginning to end. Jessica truly made what felt overwhelming turn into an exciting and successful experience. We would highly recommend her to anyone buying their first home.”