Karen L Pence, Age 50Kumler, IL

Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Short-Sale

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3101 N Greenview
(847) 507-3398 (Office)

Karen graduated from the University of Kentucky with a BBA in finance and a specialty in Real Estate. After graduating - being a native of down-state Illinois - she moved to Austin, Texas where she spent seven years as a major account manager for a communications company. There she learned the intangible secrets of excellent customer service. Soon after, Karen launched her real estate career working for one of the nations largest home builders; as a top producer, she gleaned knowledge from every facet of the business. She received extensive training in construction techniques, mortgage[s], blue prints, and other "behind-the-scenes" aspects of the building process. This knowledge - in tandem with her already considerable customer service skills - has allowed Karen to uniquely connect with her clients; she can clearly and objectively see all sides of the issue. Whether it is the buyer/seller, the legalities involved, or the complexities of building codes and compliance; Karen Pence is there to ease the complete process thereby enhancing the experience for her client as she ensures a positive outcome for all involved. Whether you are looking to buy your first home; sell, or move up to the home of your dreams, Karen Pence is here for all of your real estate needs. It is her personal philosophy to not just have a client for the moment; but rather to create a client for life.TESTIMONIALS:"We weren't sure about buying a home, but Karen was always there; we understood we could count on her. She showed us our options - how vast they were - and we realized that having a home was not simply a possibility but a reality." "Karen made our purchase and transition to Chicago smoother then we could have imagined. The support and compassion as we acclimated to an unfamiliar city was amazing"."As we were first time home buyers, the task was daunting to say the least; but Karen was with us every step of the way. Always accessible to address any of our questions or concerns and she was so helpful and informative when it came to making the important choices that the stress, worry and fear of the process just melted away." Karen grew up showing American Quarter Horses and traveling the country. Today, she lives in the heart of East Lakeview and in her spare time enjoys various outdoor activities; such as team sports like tennis or softball or adventures on Chicago's beautiful Lakefront, with her faithful companion - Baxter the Beagle. Karen remains active and connected with the city and it's people. Whether you are looking for a specific view, or selling a home, with Karen on your side, rest assured your transition is sure to be smooth. Give Karen a call today, for all your real estate needs.

REO / Bank Owned
Short sales
Residential sales
Luxury homes
First time home buyers
Distressed properties

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Chicago, IL
(847) 507-3398 (Phone)

Home Buyers
Home Sellers

Single Family Home
Condo/Townhome
Multi-family

Chicago Association of Realtor's award winner 2012

Investor Friendly Realtor
Expert Negotiator
Multiple offer scenarios
Pricing analysis
Rehabbing

As an @properties agent, it is my top priority to provide the most attentive and personalized customer service to my buyers and sellers. I strive every day to ensure that I not only meet the expectations of my clients, but exceed them. I will make your buying or selling experience a smooth, organized, and fun transaction! I have had the pleasure of working with an array of satisfied clients from sellers and first-time buyers, to move-up buyers. Whether you are looking to buyer your first home, sell, or move up to the home of your dreams, I am here for all of your real estate needs. It is my personal philosophy to make you my client for life. "We knew we could always count on Karen. We werent sure about buying a home, but Karen showed us our options were wide open and showed us we could get a home." "Karen made our purchase and transition to Chicago smoother then we could have imagined. We especially appreciate the support as we acclimate to an unfamiliar city". "Karen was so helpful and informative when it came to making the important choices. Seeing as we are first time home buyers, this task was daunting. Karen has been with us every step of the way. She was always accessible to address any of our questions and concerns." Karen graduated from the University of Kentucky with a BBA in finance and a specialty in Real Estate. A native of down-state Illinois, she moved to Austin Texas after graduating from college. Karen spent seven years working as a major account manager for a communications company where she learned the value of excellent customer service. Karen launched her real estate career working for one of the nations largest home builders, where she was a top producer. Working for the home builder, Karen received extensive training in construction techniques, mortgage, blue prints, and all facets of the building process. Karen enhanced her customer service skills while working for the builder, and has been able to transition those valuable skills over to working with her clients. Karen lives in the Heart of East Lakeview with her Beagle, Baxter. Karen grew up showing American Quarter Horses and traveling the country. Today she enjoys the outdoors, whether it is taking advantage of the lake front here in Chicago with her faithful companion Baxter, or traveling the world. Whether you are looking for a specific view, or you are selling a home, with Karen on your side, it will be a smooth transition. Give Karen a call today, for all your real estate needs.