Dually-licensed in Florida and South Carolina, Kristen is a Broker Associate with over a decade of experience in residential real estate sales primarily focusing on high-end properties throughout Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Brickell, and Miami Beach. Kristen has historically enjoyed a high rate of referrals for her outstanding service which is bolstered by strong relationships with loyal clients and is the cornerstone of her practice. She serves as a buyer and listing agent handling home sales, investments, rentals, and new development.
Additionally, she has garnered substantial relocation business over the years - whether for a second home, primary relocation or investment. Nearly half of her approximate 200 closed transactions having been clients moving domestically from out-of-state or internationally. Canada, Venezuela, China, Mexico, Turkey, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom are just some of the buyer locations she’s had the pleasure to help procure property – with some being completely remote.
Originally from the Midwest, Kristen graduated from Purdue University with a degree in Journalism and Television Production and considers herself fortunate to have lived abroad, studying at la Universidad de Sevilla in Spain. After graduating, she worked many years in Chicago for the largest wine and spirits distributor in the United States as a Portfolio Manager for Pernod Ricard. From there Kristen found her calling in real estate when she moved to scenic Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, and went on to spend several years honing her experience in residential new development sales for two Fortune 500 companies.
Kristen takes a straightforward approach, coupled with integrity and competent sound advice. She draws on her tenacity and extensive quality customer care knowledge to obtain both the best outcome and smooth closing. She strongly believes the relationships that naturally evolve from a job well done are the biggest bonus of her profession. “You fill many roles as a real estate advisor and partnering with people during one of the most pivotal decisions of their lives is a privilege I don’t take lightly.”
After years of enoying living in Brickell, Kristen now lives where she sells, happily residing in Coconut Grove with her husband and two dogs. Personable and down-to-earth, Kristen is an avid reader and traveler while her small-town roots gave her an appreciation for nature and all things equestrian. She proudly supports various animal welfare charities and veterans' causes.