Karen Olmstead, MPA
I am a top Realtor® in Northern Virginia and specialize in military relocation. I know this area because I have lived here for over 20 years- the unique neighborhoods, the right pricing, the latest listings, the ins and outs and buzz around town. From search to sale, I'll provide expert advice and unwavering support to help make your experience stress-free. Let me show you what I've got - strong negotiation skills, driven work ethic, and a track record with testimonials to back it up. I have access to comprehensive, up-to-the-minute listing information giving me the edge necessary in today's fast-paced market.
Whether it's finding you a home with everything on your checklist or helping you get ready to move, I've got you covered - advertising, financing, inspection and closing assistance, I'll handle it all from start to finish. I can even provide tips and tricks on staging and minor home improvements to help sell your home fast. Team up with a driven, trusted, and knowledgeable neighborhood partner to assist you to Buy, Sell, or Rent the property you desire. Give me a call, I'm right in the neighborhood!
Testimonials
Thank you SO much! I really appreciate you fighting for every last dollar and job to be done! This process would have been a nightmare without you!! Thanks again!
- Megan & Jason (Renter/Buyer)
I've known Karen since we worked together at the Red Cross so I was familiar with her incredible work ethic, customer-centric approach and tireless drive for results. I was thrilled to find out she was in realty when our family returned back to the DC area. It was a stressful time for our family but Karen took us well in hand. She listened to two highly stressed professionals juggling a move, new jobs in new industries (yes both of us) and our worries about commuting and child care. Also my husband is a very self-sufficient person so he was reluctant to have someone help. But we had only one weekend to look before we moved...time was short and we needed to move quickly and choose wisely. He relented to having some help. I still remember after meeting her that first day...he was optimistic and by the second day he was completely sold on her. She found us the perfect place...looked over every property with us, identified places to get groceries, day cares nearby, commuting routes, coffee shops (things we cared about) and even showed us some places just to cross certain neighborhoods off our mental maps so we wouldn't second guess our decisions. Throughout our journey, she was professional, direct, compassionate and well just wonderful. Karen didn't stop once we signed our lease; she followed up with us to make sure our utilities were turned on, assisted with our walk through and checked on us every few weeks for a while. It is so rare to know someone that you can unequivocally recommend to help you...and Karen is certainly one of those rare finds.”
- Laura (Renter)
First, I wish all the agents we work with (including us) presented contracts this professionally….nice work.
- Daryl (Listing Agent)
Karen, Thank you for taking the time to respond with such a thorough report.
- Dottie (Agent)
Karen, You are so kind. I wish all Realtors were like you.
- Carmen (Agent)
“I am very pleased with the outcome and the quickness of the closing!! Thank you for your efforts.”
- Lee (Seller)
“Thank you much for your kindness, patience, and your prayers!! We are touched by the sentiment and are deeply grateful!! We look forward to working with you more in the near future and will be in touch when things level out a bit more.”
- Andy & Christina (Buyers)
“Karen is an excellent Realtor that took care of us throughout the entire process. I will continue to recommend friends and family to her.” - Rob & Katy (Buyer)
“Once again, you’re the best realtor we have ever had and will ever have. There isn't a day that goes by that we don't appreciate you Karen.”
- Tom & Renee (Buyer/Seller/Renter)
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