I’m Katrina Carney, a dedicated REALTOR® proudly serving the Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, Huntersville, Mount Holly, Cornelius, Mooresville, Charlotte, Belmont, and Salisbury areas of North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and banking industries, I bring a unique blend of financial expertise, market knowledge, and a passion for helping clients achieve their real estate goals.
I strive to provide a seamless and personalized home buying and selling experience. My clients describe me as professional, responsive, and genuinely caring. I understand that real estate transactions are not just significant financial decisions but also deeply personal ones. By staying current on market trends and offering up-to-date insights, I empower my clients to make informed decisions in the Charlotte real estate market.
As an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), I bring valuable expertise to guide clients through complex transactions. My strong analytical and negotiation skills allow me to support clients, whether they are first-time buyers, seasoned investors, or looking to sell their homes. I am here to make the process smooth, informed, and rewarding for you.
Outside of my real estate career, I am deeply committed to giving back to my community. As an active Rotarian, a proud sponsor and executive board member for Taste of Hope Charlotte, and a leader in the Making Strides for Breast Cancer event, I actively support various causes. I also volunteer with organizations such as the American Cancer Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Habitat for Humanity.
When I’m not working or serving my community, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our dog, embracing the balance of personal and professional fulfillment.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, I am dedicated to being your trusted advisor and ensuring that your journey is smooth, informed, and ultimately rewarding.
Sharing particular information when connecting with a real estate agent can help give you an idea of your home’s value in today’s market. The in-person expertise of a real estate agent will give you a more accurate opinion of your home’s value.
If someone is selling a home that needs repairs but chooses not to fix them, they may list a property as-is. Disclosures and inspections are typical steps in the process. In an as-is sale, a buyer willingly purchases the home in its current state with full knowledge of its condition.
A real estate agent is paid as part of the closing costs, which comes out of the sale proceeds at the end of the process.
The goal is to make your home as appealing as possible to the most potential buyers before photos of your home are taken. Staging your home can include anything from redecorating to rearranging furniture, cleaning, or other aesthetic strategies to present the home in the best possible light. You can do it yourself, have your real estate agent guide you, or hire a staging company.
In most cases, the buyer pays for the home inspection.
When selling a property, it is incumbent upon the seller to disclose any details about the home that might negatively affect its value.
A professional appraiser will inspect a property and compare it to other similar homes in the area. From there, a fair market value is determined. Unless you plan on paying all cash for a property, you will likely need a home appraisal.
Factors such as the time of year and market conditions play a big role in how quickly a property sells. How you price, market, and stage your home are also very important variables that will affect how long a home remains on the market.
Any fixture that is ‘attached’ or built into the house typically remains. For example, if your house has built-in bookshelves, they typically stay with the house. The same is true of kitchen or bathroom fixtures and fireplaces. Exceptions and details can be discussed during the negotiation process.
Many factors alter the housing market, but understanding what to expect and being prepared beforehand can make buying and selling a property possible at the same time.
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