Currently working as a broker at her own firm, Laura L. Marks has distinguished herself as a leading figure in the real estate industry. Drawing on more than a decade of property management expertise, she founded Laura Lynne Real Estate in 2022 and has since cultivated a thriving business recognized for its operational excellence. Under her leadership, the company has grown into a self-sustaining enterprise, with Ms. Marks supervising eight employees and executing brokerage duties on their behalf. Her commitment to building strong client relationships and maintaining direct accessibility sets her apart in the field, as she ensures every client can reach her personally — a practice she upholds despite conventional advice to the contrary.
Prior to establishing her own company, Ms. Marks served as senior leasing manager at One Stop Property Management LLC from 2014 to 2021. In this capacity, she honed her property management skills and developed a reputation for reliability and integrity in the Kansas City metropolitan area. Ms. Marks’ early experiences in the industry laid the groundwork for her later achievements as an entrepreneur and property management expert. She has also operated as a self-employed notary public since 2021, further broadening her professional credentials and service offerings.
The expertise Ms. Marks has demonstrated is underscored by her active membership in several prominent organizations. She is affiliated with the National Association of Residential Property Managers, the Mid-America Association of Real Estate Investors and the Kansas City Regional Association of Realtors. These connections have enabled her to remain at the forefront of industry developments while fostering valuable partnerships that have contributed to her ongoing sense.
Throughout her career, Ms. Marks has learned that nurturing relationships is fundamental to business growth. She is particularly passionate about helping first-time homebuyers and tenants who have overcome financial challenges to secure homes of their own — an aspect of her work she finds deeply rewarding. Ms. Marks’ dedication has been recognized with a number of accolades. Most notably, Laura Lynn Real Estate earned the Platinum Award from CommunityVotes Independence in 2025, distinguishing it as the area’s best property management firm.
Drawing from personal experiences overcoming adversity, Ms. Marks often shares her story with younger individuals facing similar challenges. She emphasizes that perseverance can lead to a better life regardless of one’s starting point. When talking to others who aspire to enter real estate or property management, Ms. Marks advises treating one’s word as a binding contract, implementing effective systems for managing obligations and safeguarding personal time. These principles have guided her distinguished career trajectory.
With a focus on professional training, Ms. Marks’ educational background includes a high school diploma, which laid the foundation for her subsequent pursuits. She has obtained several key credentials that have enabled her to build a reputable business and serve clients with expertise and integrity. Among them, Ms. Marks received her real estate license in 2016, was certified as a notary public by the Missouri Secretary of State in 2021 and was certified as a real estate broker by the Missouri Real Estate Commission in 2022.
Ms. Marks’ journey has been shaped by an unwavering determination to create something meaningful for herself rather than just generating wealth for others. This drive has fueled her accomplishments and continues to motivate her today. Ms. Marks considers her bold decision to leave traditional employment behind and to fully commit to building her own business as her proudest achievement — a leap of faith that has resulted in remarkable success and recognition in the field. She also recently reached a significant personal milestone: purchasing a condominium in the Bahamas, a long-term goal that builds toward her vision for the future.
Long dedicated to community involvement and environmental stewardship, Ms. Marks maintains active membership in such groups as Landlords Inc., the Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce, the Independence Chamber of Commerce and the Missouri State Beekeepers Association. She additionally volunteers with Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity.
Beyond her career, Ms. Marks is a loving mother of five and grandmother of two. In her free time, she enjoys visiting beaches around the world, beekeeping and cherishing moments with her loved ones. Ms. Marks’ ambitious plans for the future include establishing a sister company in the Bahamas, further expanding her professional footprint while embracing her passion for coastal living. To achieve this goal, she is actively working toward obtaining citizenship in the country to lay the groundwork for future endeavors.