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Karen Burns

Karen Burns

After moving to Alabama, Karen earned a bachelor's degree in Nursing and feels that her experience working as an intensive care nurse provided her with skills that she now uses daily in real estate negotiations, educating homebuyers and sellers, and really listening to what each client is looking for. As a seasoned real estate professional, she recognizes and values the trust her clients place in her and she strives to exceed their expectations.

Karen has been a top producing Realtor for 20 years and has earned multiple designations throughout the years to include obtaining a Brokers license and working as a Broker for a period of time and feels that continued education and staying relevant as markets change is extremely important.

Not quite ready to buy or sell, but curious about neighborhood options, local schools, area happenings, or just the current real estate "buzz"? Reach out to us at karen@karenburns.info.

Karen Burns Real Estate

1021 Brocks Gap Pkwy
Ste #125
Hoover, AL 35244
United States
(205) 567-2823

Recent Articles

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30 Nov 2022

Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation

by Karen Burns

You don’t have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still...

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31 Oct 2022

7 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Sale Price

by Karen Burns

Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled.1 Consequently, home sellers who enter the market...

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30 Sep 2022

Buy Now or Rent Longer? 5 Questions to Answer Before Purchasing Your First Home

by Karen Burns

Deciding whether to jump into the housing market or rent instead is rarely an easy decision – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. But in today’s whirlwind market, you may find it particularly challenging...

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31 Aug 2022

8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate

by Karen Burns

Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where rates are...

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01 Aug 2022

10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move

by Karen Burns

The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to...

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30 Jun 2022

7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

by Karen Burns

No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to...

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01 Jun 2022

Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Karen Burns

The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%...

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01 May 2022

5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Karen Burns

Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of...

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01 Apr 2022

Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale

by Karen Burns

We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting...

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01 Mar 2022

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

by Karen Burns

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars,...

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Recent Listings

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21284 Carson Dr, Lakeview, AL 35111

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,152 sqft

Don’t Miss this NEW LISTING in Million Dollar Lakes! This adorable home is ready for new owners with an open living/dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, new flooring, new fixtures, neutral gray paint throughout...

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1310 Berwick Cir, Hoover, AL 35242

Active | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,884 sqft

You will want to see this full brick garden home on one of the largest lots in Greystone Ridge! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this is your own little nature preserve with small creek...

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219 Russet Woods Dr, Birmingham, AL 35244

Sold | 3 BR | 3 BA | 2,636 sqft

Enjoy front porch living & relaxing just in time for summer with the large front porch that opens into the inviting foyer entry. The entertainer will love the spacious living/dining space that spills into...

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4721 Sandpiper Ln, Hoover, AL 35244

Sold | 3 BR | 4 BA | 2,984 sqft

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637 Winwood Dr, Vestavia Hills, AL 35226

Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 2,443 sqft

Welcome to this well maintained 3 BR 2 BA home in sought after Vestavia. The kids & dog will love playing kickball & fetch in the large, fenced back yard. Hardwood style flooring has...

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5553 Afton Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242

Temporarily Withdrawn | 4 BR | 3 BA | 3,520 sqft

Please schedule all showings through Showing Time, access through the MLS or the Showing Time App. Buyer’s agent to verify all items of importance including taxes, fees, and school information. Contact Karen Burns 205-567-2823...

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308 Fairfax Way, Birmingham, AL 35242

Sold | 5 BR | 4 BA | 3,034 sqft

Pack your bags for this low maintenance all brick home on a cul-de-sac street in sought after Greystone Glen community. Zoned for N. Hoover schools & minutes from shopping, medical & entertainment, this home...

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4838 Crystal Circle, Hoover, AL 35226

Sold | 3 BR | 5 BA | 3,737 sqft

This custom built Lake Crest home has something for everyone in the family. The open floor plan flows like a dream while entertaining family & friends. The cook in the family will love the...

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Keller Williams

1021 Brocks Gap Pkwy Suite #125

Hoover, Alabama 35244

205-822-2272

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