A refreshingly different approach to real estateKaren Yates is not your typical real estate agent, far from it. It costs no more for an EXPERIENCED AGENT, returning EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS.Karen wants to work for you.Having had over 12 years experience in real estate residential sales, and having completed over $50 million settled sales, and receiving numerous awards.Karen's work ethic is proven to be professional, passionate, and dedicated about delivering outstanding customer service. Providing strong negotiating skills and consistent communication with friendly, honest advice. She will work with you to ensure you achieve a premium sale price for your home.Prior to real estate Karen spent many years in the hospitality industry dealing with many different people and personalities, including owning and operating a business. Before relocating Karen was involved in the community as a volunteer for 8 years for (CPNZ) Community Patrols NZ, working most weekends alongside the NZ Police.Everyday life for Karen and her family is often like a jigsaw puzzle fitting pieces in. Being a wife, a mum to two beautiful girls, and working full time, she is always up for a good challenge. In general, she is creative and has learnt to master many different talents. She enjoys and has a keen interest for interior design and renovating, with a strong eye for detail. Gardening and landscaping also soaks up some of her time, which is helpful when preparing a property for sale, believing first impressions count when selling your home.Karen is always happy to lend valuable advice to help prepare your home for today's market.Let Karen guide you through your next real estate "sale or purchase".Make your FIRST MOVE the RIGHT MOVE!How refreshing is that!