Karyn Smith

"Vacation Home Expert"
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About Me
Why Choose Me ? I Do Things Differently ! That's what made me the
Office Top Sales & and Listing Agent STR for 2005/2006/2007

I am always on a search for excellence; I look for new ways to do business, never satisfied with the "we've always done it that way" mentality. I Work Hard

Want To Buy ?

I am a highly professional individual offering a wealth of knowledge and experience in the real estate industry. I am decisive and goal oriented, I set realistic priorities. I have years of experience successfully buying and selling homes in the local market. I own and invest myself, I bought my first STR (Short Term Rental) home back in 1998 so feel I can give honest advice.

Need to Sell ?

I use tools and an aggressive marketing plan that sets me apart from the others. Within days your home is marketed on at least 40 websites and several TV stations. It is of course listed on Realtor.com (visited more that 70 million times) I am a featured Realtor on Realtor.com, on average, homes in the Featured Homes position can receive twenty times more exposure.

I know the neighborhoods, schools, market conditions, zoning regulations and local economy. I spend the time making sure I am up to date with what is happening in my market place. I am a specialize in selling STR property and have done so for the last 5 years.

I'm a full-time real estate agent - anything less and you'd be short changed. I work with a team of professionals providing a wide range of services from landscaping and decorating advice to tax and financial assistance. You'll have the advantage of personal, one-on-one attention, as well as my dynamic web and e-mail resources.

Don't you deserve the best? Karyn Smith Broker Associate ABR GRI
Testimonials
"Karyn Smith is an exceptional real estate agent who is highly knowledgeable, professional and courteous. We just completed the purchase of a condominium in Celebration, Florida. We were fortunate to have her as our agent. She knew the area in depth, understood every procedure of purchasing a house from real estate search to closing. She carefully guided us through every step without a flaw. While we know she had many clients, we always felt that she took special interest in just us. Whenever we had any questions, she responded quickly and thoroughly to our inquiries. We ultimately bought a home in Celebration. This was due in large measure to Karyn’s friendliness and her competence. She took a special interest in our needs and handled every aspect extremely well. I feel that Karyn is a one of a kind, a gem, an exceptional agent and an even more remarkable individual."
The Hintons Sat Aug 16
"Karyn did an amazing job as our realtor. She is very experienced and knowledgeable, and she truly has her clients’ interests at heart. She worked so hard to help us get the vacation villa we fell in love with. She always gave us honest and valuable advice. She counseled us on everything from what features to look for in a STR property to which management company to choose. She has gone above and beyond in helping us get set up our new place. We would highly recommend Karyn to anyone buying or selling property in the Central Florida area."
Linda Jurica Sat Aug 16
"Karyn was creative with her marketing, very professional and a pleasure to work with. We were selling our condo from out of state so we needed some really looking out for our best interest and Karyn did a great job. She was very knowledgeable and very responsive when questions or logistical challenges arose. Karyn really understands what it takes to provide exceptional customer service to her clients. We have even recommended her to others looking to sell their condos in our community."
Mr and Mrs Foreman Sat Aug 16
"Karyn's experience, tenacity and professionalism ensured that we received the highest quality service during ouir recent sale. We achieved a very good price for our home in a market where conditions for selling were very difficult. We live in Europe and were able to rely on Karyn to take care of all of the paperwork and hassle for us remotely and offered a service level over and above our expectations. Karyn came to our attention by a personal recommendation and we wouldn't hesitate in adding our endorsement, our praise and our thanks."
The Smith's Sat Aug 16
"Mr & Mrs Bixler - USA Sold On Windsor Palms We live in Rhode Island. We decided to sell our Condo at Windsor Palms in Kissimmee in the Autumn of 2006. We turned it over to a realtor in Orlando hoping it would sell quickly in the declining market. After a full year of no results, I asked a realtor friend of ours, Alice in Venice, if she could sell it for us. She was very devoted, and knowledgeable which recently resulted in completing a sale for us of a home in nearby Englewood. She declined the Kissimmee assignment because of the distance, but she could enthusiastically recommend a competent realtor, in the Kissimmee area to take on the job. She told us to contact Karyn@searchfloridahome.com Alice's tip could not have been better. We contacted Karyn online and she explained to us what she planned to do, and went about doing it. We, met with her this past February. She candidly suggested a couple of inexpensive things we could do to improve the condo's appeal. Within a matter of weeks we received an acceptable offer, and the condo was sold in April. She did in a few weeks what the Orlando realtor could not do in a year. Thank you Karyn for a very professional job. Sincerely, Paulette, and David Bixler"
Bixlers Sat Aug 16
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Karyn Smith's Answers (6)

What happens with foreclosure properties owned by non US residents?

Karyn Smith answered:
I am fro the UK living in Florida I would really like to explain this a bit better but it really would be better if we spoke do give me call 321 939 7671 - Sun Aug 17 2008, 08:18
I don't think it has the same effect as it does on a USA citizen because in the US that would really mess up your credit. It does not work that way in the uK. The USA banks/lenders are not as helpful in trying to work with you. Have you thought of changing MC's to increase your rental income ? Whay are YOU doing to market the property ? - Sat Aug 16 2008, 13:53
Karyn Smith answered:
You could also look at Loma del Sol and Magnolia Estates they are in the Davenport area. - Sat Aug 16 2008, 14:03

Property Manager Orlando Area

Karyn Smith answered:
You can access a list of Vacation Property Managers at : http://www.cfpma.clubexpress.com/ they tell you which area they work with. - Sat Aug 16 2008, 13:57
Karyn Smith answered:
Happy to send you my Out of USA Buyers Guide just e-mail me at Karyn@searchfloridahome.com. It goes through some of the differences between buying here and at home in Europe. - Sat Aug 16 2008, 13:32
Orlando, Central Florida remains the World's number one holiday destination, the renowned attractions and climate combine to draw tens of millions of visitors every year, and unlike most other holiday resorts the favorable climate also ensures that the rental season is 52 weeks per year.
There's also a lot more to Orlando, Central Florida than the theme parks - the beautiful coastline is just over an hour's drive away, there are many fabulous golf courses to suit all handicaps, endless bargains at the many shopping malls and outlets, great fishing lakes and wetlands and much, much more to discover - so there's always a very good reason to return again and again.
The vacation home ownership industry in Florida is also being driven by another critical factor. The baby boom generation is ten years, or less, from retirement. Income producing vacation homes in a retirement friendly state like Florida (no state income tax!) are an ultra attractive way to both invest and secure the retirement homestead before the prices escalate. If you think that vacation home ownership next to Walt Disney World might be for you, then do your homework.

I have put together information that you may find useful, I specialize in STR (Short Term Rental) please feel free to cantact me 321 939 7671 - Tue Mar 25 2008, 04:23
Karyn Smith answered:
I think Windsor Palms is a really good rental community. Do remember that the HOA have just decided on a $4500.00 charge to each owner to build the new water attraction. This was passed on May 25th 2008, I think it will be a good thing but just wanted you to be aware ot that cost. - Sat Aug 16 2008, 13:26
My Listings
9055 Treasure Trove Ln, Kissimmee, FL 34747 9055 Treasu…
$22,500
3 br  2 ba  
4797 Cumbrian Lakes Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34746 4797 Cumbri…
$268,900
3 br  2 ba  
418 Arbor Cir, Kissimmee, FL 34747 418 Arbor C…
$2,200,000
6 br  3½ ba  
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Specialties
I specialise in selling Short Term Rental property (Vacation Homes, Holiday Homes, Holiday Flats, Vacation Condos and Villas) in the Disney area, in Kissimmee, Davenport and Clermont.
Experience
Latest:
Broker Assoiate for Imagination Realty
Working with Imagination Realty in the heart of Celebration the town that Disney built.
January 2007—present
Certifications & Awards
Why Choose a REALTOR® With a GRI Designation?

Buying property is a complex and stressful task. In fact, it's often the biggest single investment you will make in your lifetime. At the same time, real estate transactions have become increasingly complicated.

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So it's more important than ever that you work with an agent who has a keen understanding of the real estate business. The GRI program has helped the best and the brightest in the industry achieve that level of understanding.


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Why Choose a REALTOR® With an ABR Designation?

"ABR" stands for "Accredited Buyer Representative." The ABR designation reassures extensive classroom training, a formidable written examination, and substantial experience in buyer representation. An agent with the ABR designation is fully committed to the real estate buyer, and has specialized training in understanding buyers' needs and representing them in the negotiation process.

The ABR designation is administered by the Real Estate BUYER'S AGENT Council (REBAC) which is a part of The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS .
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