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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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Real Estate Advice
Home Seller Tips
How To Improve The Privacy Of Your Home
If you live in a residential neighborhood, there’s a good chance that you’ve had to deal with neighbors who don’t respect your privacy. Whether they’re peering through a pair of binoculars surveilling your Sunday afternoon barbeque or dropping by unannounced to “see how you’re doing”, these unpleasant individuals are the bane of ...
Homebuyer Tips
In The Miscellaneous Labyrinth Of Real Estate Finance
To those of us who’ve gone through the process of moving, it’s no secret that moving can be a hassle and a half, between the stress and substantial financial investments. We usually decide to relocate for various reasons, such as a brand new workplace, the prospect of a brighter future, climate changes, or even the global pandemic. COVID-19 made ...
Homebuyer Tips
Eco-friendly Vs. Harmful Building Materials
More than ever, the past dictates our future. The twenty-first century must face the dramatic repercussions of our past heritage concerning environmental issues. We foolishly exposed our planet to threats and insecurity. In practice, we do lots of harm to our immediate environment, and we should pay more attention to do’s and don’ts in nature. Humankind has ...
Homebuyer Tips
Home Automation That Can Be Implemented
Phrases like “Alexa, turn on the AC!”, “Alexa, dim lights!”, “Alexa, open the front door!” or “Alexa, cook mac&cheese!” are becoming a regular in US households. Well, maybe not the last but it won’t be long till that becomes a reality as well. Having the ability to tell your home what to do has been a fantasy ...
Agent Advice
Digital Trends That Revolutionized The Real Estate Industry
Of all the inventions that changed the real estate game, none have changed it as profoundly and irreversibly as the internet. This technology opened up a world of new possibilities and opportunities for real estate professionals working at every level in the field of real estate. From the lowliest copy room workers to the moguls and brokers at the very top of the ...
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