Chris M T Bodden

Chris MT Bodden – Realtor® | CRS, ABR, e-PRO, AHWD
Locations LLC – Hawaii’s #1 Real Estate Brokerage (Honolulu Star-Advertiser, 15 years in a row)

Born and raised in Hawaii, Chris MT Bodden understands the unique needs of local Kama`aina families navigating buying and selling homes across the islands. Whether it’s helping families stay in Hawaii, return home, or transition into their next chapter, Chris approaches every client with local insight, respect, and care. At the same time, he has extensive experience working with luxury buyers and sellers, high-net-worth individuals, and second-home or retirement clients, making him a trusted advisor across all price points.

For over 20 years, Chris has built a reputation as a detail-oriented, ethical, and results-driven Realtor. He is proud to be part of Locations LLC, named Hawaii’s Best Real Estate Company by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser for 15 consecutive years. Chris has also been recognized by Honolulu Magazine’s Best in Real Estate, a testament to his dedication to client success.

Chris specializes in a wide range of real estate services, including:

• Kama`aina families buying, selling, or returning home

• Luxury buyers and sellers / high-net-worth individuals

• VA buyers and sellers

• Relocating buyers and sellers (to or from the islands)

• First-time homebuyers

• New construction & development purchases

• Second-home & retirement buyers/sellers

• Investors (fix-and-flip projects, long-term rentals, and wealth-building strategies)

• Short sales & foreclosures (distressed property specialist)

• Attorneys, trusts, and asset/wealth managers for complex transactions

As a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)—the highest designation for residential Realtors, held by only the top 2% of agents worldwide—Chris brings advanced training and proven experience to each client relationship. He also holds designations as an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), e-PRO Internet Marketing Specialist, and At Home With Diversity (AHWD).

Chris has also worked extensively with investors as a project manager on flips, handling everything from cash-for-keys to closing. He has successfully represented clients in every county in Hawaii—O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i, and Hawai‘i Island. His strong social media presence and expansive professional network ensure clients benefit from maximum exposure, global connections, and strategic marketing.

Giving back is also central to Chris’s business. A portion of every commission earned is donated to the Locations Foundation, supporting local causes and strengthening the community he serves.

Real estate runs in Chris’s family: his father served as President of the Hawaii Association of Realtors and was named Hawaii Realtor of the Year in 1990, while his mother was honored as Maui’s Realtor of the Year in 1983. Carrying forward that legacy, Chris is known for being trustworthy, hardworking, and going above and beyond for his clients.

Outside of real estate, Chris is a husband and proud father of two daughters. With deep roots in the islands and a passion for helping others, he is dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and investors in achieving their Hawaii real estate dreams.