Linda Pond
Real Estate Agent (Salesperson)
San Francisco - CA

Linda has dedicated over 30 years to the real estate sector, focusing on distinctive homes, estates, California ranches, land, and corporate relocation. Her career, marked by professional excellence and a commitment to personalized service, has established her as a trusted figure in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties.

In 1977, armed with a Master’s degree from Stanford University, Linda founded a relocation and real estate company during a period of rapid corporate expansion in Silicon Valley. Her innovative counseling approach to corporate relocation and real estate sales garnered national recognition, leading to her role as a trainer for other relocation specialists through RELO-Inter-city Relocation Services. After selling her unique brokerage in 1991, Linda transitioned to a successful sales career, consistently ranking in the top 5% of agents nationwide.

As a skilled negotiator, Linda prioritizes her clients' interests, fostering a collaborative environment where all parties feel satisfied with the outcome. A fourth-generation resident of San Jose, she has deep roots in the local real estate and ranching communities, with her family’s involvement spanning over 130 years. Having lived in Los Gatos for more than 25 years, she possesses extensive knowledge of upscale properties and offers a tailored relocation service. Currently, as a rancher and vineyard owner near Gilroy, Linda is passionate about marketing and selling rural and ranch properties, whether they are small plots or expansive cattle ranches.

Joining Linda at Alain Pinel is Kevin Godden, a Realtor with six years of experience, complemented by over 20 years in sales within another industry. Kevin’s analytical skills, combined with Linda’s extensive marketing expertise and commitment to client service, create a dynamic partnership well-suited for today’s real estate market.

Together, they embody a pledge of synergy, knowledge, dedication, and results—an assurance of a winning team for their clients.