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About Karen Schlaefer
MN Licensed
Karen holds the GRI,(Graduate of Realtors Institute), CRS (Certified Residential Specialist) designations along with a CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert), All the designations require extensive training and real-life experience to qualify for the designation.
Karen has over 30 years of Real Estate experience. Staying current on market trends, financing options and availability of inventory in the many different Twin Cities neighborhoods is a daily top priority so Karen can provide her clients with the best service possible.
You have tons of choices when it comes to selecting a Qualified and Experienced Realtor to Represent you, why not pick an agent who will listen to you and make you a top priority! When you select Karen, she will be with you every step of the way to help guide you and provide you with trusted resources to make the whole experience as stress-free as possible! Call Karen, she will answer her phone, so have your questions ready!
1984-1986 San Jose,CA Lic. with State of Calif.
1987-1996 Eagan, MN Lic. with State of MN, Edina Realty
1996-2001 Singapore, While living in Singapore as an Expat, I was an International Service Provider and Operator of the "Outbound Relocation Network" based in Singapore. Along with an active Real Estate lic. in MN
2001-present St. Paul, MN Re/Max Results
Skills
Listing,First Time Buyer- Counseling, Relocation Counseling, Photography, Negotiating ,Social Media, Home Search for Buyers,CMA- Certified Market Analysis,Resource for Downpayment Assistance programs, Mom, Dog Trainer,Flower Arranging-Designer
Interests
Staging, Listing Homes, Working with Buyers, Foodie!, Cook, Flower Arranging, Reading, The Arts, Music, Family!!!
Awards
RE/MAX Outstanding Sales Achievement Awards, President's Club Member, Member of the ReMax Hall of Fame, Re/Max Executive Club, Re/Max 100% Club
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Between Family And Real Estate: Finding Balance As An Agent
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Homebuyer Tips
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Homebuyer Tips
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Homebuyer Tips
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Buying A Home In High Point NC
Homeownership is a big step forward from living as a tenant and moving from one place to another. At some point, we all get tired of renting, and we decide it is time to become our own boss and find a stable place we can call home. Buying your first home is a great achievement, but the process does have its difficulties. A home purchase is strongly connected with the ...
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