Karen Trainor
Clarksburg,MD
Summary
As a retired real estate broker I am looking for a change in direction with my life, but I bring a strong background in transaction management and market analysis, and relationship building.
I understand escrow procedures and contract requirements. I am well-versed in assisting clients with mortgage option research and financial management to facilitate productive negotiations. I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
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1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Broker
Mcenearney Associates Realtors
McLean, Va
09.2014 - 06.2025
- Monitored progress of transactions from start-to-finish including staying abreast of any changes or issues that arose during the process.
- Maintained relationships with current and prospective clients by providing exceptional customer service throughout the transaction process.
- Counseled clients on real estate market trends and provided tailored advice to meet their specific needs.
- Managed multiple listings while ensuring client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with mortgage brokers to facilitate financing options.
- Organized open houses to showcase properties effectively.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of local real estate trends.
Realtor
Weichert Realtors
Centreville, VA
12.1991 - 08.2014
- Guided clients through home buying and selling processes.
- Conducted market analysis to determine property values and trends.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote listings effectively.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with owner banks, non-owner banks, attorneys, mortgage lenders and builders.
- Developed and presented purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
- Scheduled home viewings with potential buyers.
- Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
- Prepared documents such as purchase agreements, deeds, leases and other legal documents related to real estate transactions.
- Represented buyers and sellers in major real estate transactions.
- Promoted sales through advertising, open houses and Multiple Listing Services.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
American University
Wash, DCSkills
- Transaction management
- Market analysis
- Client counseling
- Marketing strategy development
- Relationship building
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Property valuation
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
Certification
- Manager of the Year 2008 Virginia
- Realtor of the Year 2014 Virginia
- Broker License 1996-2025 Maryland, DC & Virginia
Timeline
Real Estate Broker
Mcenearney Associates Realtors
09.2014 - 06.2025
Realtor
Weichert Realtors
12.1991 - 08.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business
American University