Karen has worked as a full-time real estate professional since 1999, has owned and operated 4 real estate brokerages in the Lake Tahoe area, is a certified Previews Luxury Agent, and holds a Broker's license in Nevada and California. Her extensive background in property management provides crucial knowledge and expertise while working with investors. She is a CRS Member and currently holds designations in Property Management Short Sales and Foreclosure Resources (SFR), Relocation Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE), and is a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE).
My motto is "Never Never Never Give Up!"
After all these years in Real Estate, it is still my passion. I still get a thrill working with first-time home buyers as well as working with my returning clients and the many referrals that I am privileged to receive. I love my job and have worked full-time in real estate since 1999. I am a licensed Broker Sales person in both Nevada and California and have owned and operated 3 franchises over the years.
I hold designations as a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), held by only 3% of all NAR members, and Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), held by only 1% of all NAR members. I am a highly motivated NAR member with the goals of my clients as my highest priority. I continue to learn and attend educational opportunities to keep ahead in my profession and technology to best serve my clients. I hope to put my experience to work for you, "A Tradition of Trust, Your NAR Members for Life."
Certifications & Designations
Certified Distressed Property Expert
Certified Negotiation Expert
Certified Residential Specialist
National Association of REALTORS® ShortSale Foreclosure Resource
My wife and I are currently traveling the states, looking to retire. We can't seem to agree on an area to settle. Unfortunately, my wife does not like the Reno and Tahoe area to live in. That being said, I have never worked with a realtor who knows her stuff and the area better than Karen Degney. She took us around the area for a full day, giving us all flavors, nuances, benefits, and details of each separate section (good and bad) of the total Reno area. She also asked the right questions to further help my wife and me to narrow down or search for our perfect home, because we can't seem to agree on anything. Although we have not yet found our ideal...
— Brian M.
Karen helped us purchase our first home back in 2001 and then sell that home in 2006. She was so thorough and helped us through every step. She always had our best interests at heart and always updated us on anything new during both purchase and sale. She is always easy to reach, answers all questions honestly and with confidence, and makes sure you are comfortable throughout the entire process. I would recommend Karen and her team for all of your real estate needs. She will always be our go-to!