The kind of team you actually tell your friends about.
A Bellingham-based brokerage built on referrals, not ad spend. Ten people, two offices, and a genuine commitment to doing this the right way.
Serving Bellingham, Blaine, Ferndale, Lynden, Mt. Vernon, Burlington & western Whatcom County
How We Started
Leo Cohen started BHRE Co. after years as a lead inside sales agent for a large team. He partnered with Christopher Lee (now Director of Operations) and the two of them built what the company is today.
The idea was straightforward: be the kind of professionals you don't hesitate to tell your friends about. Not because of slick marketing, but because the experience was genuinely good.
That meant honest pricing conversations, proactive communication during escrow, and showing up for the community outside of transactions: through the Building Bellingham podcast, charity: water donations after every closing, and Clean Water Happy Hour events at Overflow Taps.
Our Values
Integrity
We tell you what we think, not what you want to hear. Pricing, timing, strategy: you get honesty, not a sales pitch.
Compassion
Buying or selling a home is personal. We treat it that way. Your timeline, your stress, your goals all matter to us.
Authenticity
We live here. We shop at the Co-op, hike Galbraith, and grab coffee at Woods. This isn't a market we cover. It's our home.
Perseverance
Deals fall apart. Inspections surprise you. Markets shift. We don't disappear when things get hard. That's when we're most useful.
What Our Clients Say
"Leo and his team lived up to their 5-star reputation: expertise, knowledge, responsiveness, and professionalism. From finding a contractor to marketing, staging, and closing, it was seamless."
Google Review
"Great knowledge of the Bellingham real estate market, beautiful photos and staging, and always super responsive. We couldn't have asked for a better experience."
Zillow Review
"They kept us updated through every step and guided us through negotiations with the seller. We've already recommended them to friends buying in Whatcom County."
Google Review
250+ reviews across Google, Facebook, Zillow, and Redfin.
Recognized across the industry.
Awards, features, and community leadership from our team members.
Top 7 Under 40
Leo Cohen
2023
Featured in Business Pulse Magazine
Leo Cohen
2022
Whatcom County Real Estate HUB Founder
Leo Cohen
2019
Featured in Business Pulse Magazine
Tiffany Ng
2023
Skookum Kids Board Member
Tiffany Ng
2024
Affiliate of the Year
Taylor Beal
Top 20% Customer Satisfaction
Jay Chen
Top 7 Under 40
Leo Cohen
2023
Featured in Business Pulse Magazine
Leo Cohen
2022
Whatcom County Real Estate HUB Founder
Leo Cohen
2019
Featured in Business Pulse Magazine
Tiffany Ng
2023
Skookum Kids Board Member
Tiffany Ng
2024
Affiliate of the Year
Taylor Beal
Top 20% Customer Satisfaction
Jay Chen
BBB A+ Rating & Accreditation
Leo Cohen
2020
Featured on Bellingham Tonight
Leo Cohen
2020
Featured on KGMI News/Talk 790
Leo Cohen
Quoted Market Expert | Cascadia Daily News
Tiffany Ng
2025
Top 7 Under 40
Taylor Beal
2024
Sales Circle of Champions
Ben Tucker
2021
BBB A+ Rating & Accreditation
Leo Cohen
2020
Featured on Bellingham Tonight
Leo Cohen
2020
Featured on KGMI News/Talk 790
Leo Cohen
Quoted Market Expert | Cascadia Daily News
Tiffany Ng
2025
Top 7 Under 40
Taylor Beal
2024
Sales Circle of Champions
Ben Tucker
2021
Meet the Team
Leo Cohen
Designated Broker | Owner
Leo founded Bellingham Real Estate Co. after years as a lead Inside Sales Agent. He's built a business on referrals and community giving. He established the Whatcom County Real Estate HUB, which has grown to over 700 brokers. Married to Emily with a daughter named Brynne.
Christopher Lee
Operations | Real Estate Consultant
Director of Ops who handles financial planning, website management, and behind-the-scenes coordination. Known for keeping a myriad of details on track toward smooth closings, including client communication, repair bid gathering, and listing photography coordination.
Tiffany Ng
Marketing | Managing Broker
Licensed real estate broker since 2018 with expertise in transaction management and marketing. Earned her Managing Broker license in 2022. As Director of Marketing, she focuses on creating an authentic experience via social media, community projects, and design. Serves on the board of Skookum Kids, a foster care and family services organization.
Layla Pollack
Real Estate Consultant
An experienced broker known for her tenacity in finding ideal client matches and strong negotiation skills. Serves as the lead buyer agent, guiding clients through the home-buying process with warmth, compassion, and a lively sense of humor.
Max Burrage
Real Estate Consultant
Deeply involved in the Ferndale community, having served on the Parks board and as a Ferndale Chamber of Commerce ambassador. Active with Whatcom Young Professionals and volunteers with Vamos, engaging local youth with outdoor recreation opportunities. Emphasizes relationship-building in every transaction.
Jay Chen
Mindful Home Team | Real Estate Broker
Relocated from Taiwan to Bellingham and developed a passion for helping others find belonging in the community. His real estate philosophy combines a data-driven approach with genuine care. Outside work, he enjoys kayaking in local waters, supporting Bellingham businesses, and spending time with family and rescue pets.
Morgan Loy
Real Estate Broker
In real estate since 2013, starting as an assistant and transaction coordinator before launching her own business in 2019. A lifelong Bellingham resident who describes the area as one of the PNW's best-kept secrets. Emphasizes care and communication paired with competitive marketing and technology.
Ben Tucker
Real Estate Agent
Prides himself on providing integrity, hard work, a sense of humor, and a creative approach. With 15 years of professional experience, he emphasizes communication skills and aims to deliver professional, engaging transactions for both buyers and sellers.
Cooper Hansley
Director of Media
Graduated from Western's Finance program and initially worked as Director of Finance before transitioning to media. Specializes in crafting custom, professional listing videos to showcase clients' homes. Co-originated the Building Bellingham Podcast and designed the filming studio.
Taylor Beal
Director of Client & Community Support
Joined Bellingham Real Estate Co. in January 2021 after two years in real estate administration. Handles sphere maintenance, social media marketing, event coordination, and community platform management. Serves on the Whatcom Young Professionals Advisory Council Events Committee.
Drink local, think global.
After every transaction, we donate a portion of our commission to charity: water , an organization that funds clean water systems in communities that don't have access to it.
Separately, we host a monthly Clean Water Happy Hour at Overflow Taps (your first pint's on us). Each month features giveaways from local businesses and a chance to connect with the community around a cause that matters.
It's a small thing per deal. But it adds up, and it keeps us grounded on why we do this in the first place.
Let's talk about what you're looking for.
Whether you're buying your first home, selling after fifteen years, or just figuring out what your options are, we're happy to have the conversation.