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Awards
• Featured agent article in the first edition of Compass' Sphere magazine
• Numerous Graphic Design USA awards for branding and marketing campaigns for both print and online
• Featured article in How Design Magazine
• Guest speaker at UC Santa Cruz Design Program
Specialties
• Long-time Peninsula resident/parent with extensive knowledge of neighborhoods, schools, and market
• Solutions-driven mindset and creative problem solver focused on our clients’ success
• Design-focused approach with vast remodeling/marketing experience to maximize your home’s profit
• Strong background in technology, processes, information retrieval with excellent follow-through
• Ethical, professional, patient, and dependable with excellent communication skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts in English
University of California, Santa Cruz
Professional Program in Graphic Design
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"We are so lucky we found Jen and Karen as first-time homebuyers in Redwood City. They were so helpful and knowledgeable about real estate in the Peninsula and truly understood exactly what we were looking for. Buying a home in 2023 required a ton of patience and Karen and Jen were there every step of the way to review disclosures in detail, educate us about the buying process, and make the experience enjoyable. They also utilized their extensive agent network to proactively show us homes that hadn’t even hit the MLS, giving us a distinct negotiation advantage. We ended up going against several other buyers to land our dream home, and Karen and Jen advocated for us and helped us negotiate to land an amazing property at a reasonable price. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking in the Peninsula!" - Kendall & Zach S.
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"Karen and Jen are truly outstanding! They've been incredibly supportive in helping me prepare my home to list, paying attention to every little detail and staying on top of everything. Since there are two of them, Karen and Jen were able to give me even more support and be super responsive throughout the entire process. Whenever I had a question, they were right there with an answer. Not only did they provide me with excellent recommendations for design materials and reliable vendors, but since my budget was limited they helped me choose upgrades that would give the most return on my investment.
These two have the perfect mix of energy, knowledge, and work ethic to excel in the competitive Bay Area market. Their deep understanding of Peninsula real estate is truly impressive. I had complete trust in them throughout the process, and they were always responsive, honest, and supportive. They are the best!" - Sam U.
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"Huge SHOUT OUT to the Vano Maurry Team! My husband and I came across the property of our dreams in a remote part of California. Time was of the essence and not knowing any realtors in that particular area we decided to call our local trusted realtors, the Vano Maurry team. They were able to dissect every detail and thoroughly represent our interests in the timeliness this situation required. No call went unanswered, and every question was resolved in real-time. The Vano Maurry team has a work ethic that knows no ceiling. They are a client's dream team. They are your CA Realtors no matter what zip code you're looking for. And just like that, in under two week's time, we are now Ranch owners! Thank you Vano Maurry Team!" - Denise E.
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"Jen and Karen are fantastic! They are knowledgeable, transparent/honest, easy to work with and always available. They truly advocated for us and have an excellent understanding of different neighborhoods. As our realtors during our house hunting process, they were not just our realtors but also our trusted advisors. We highly recommend working with them!" - Shweta & Amar.
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"Karen & Jen are wonderful! They are genuine and highly skilled in the home buying process, making the experience easy for a first-time home buyer like me. Both Karen & Jen listened to what was important to me and never rushed the process. Once the right home was found, they remained present and proactive through the entire process. I enjoyed their team approach and would highly recommend them to anyone I know buying or selling a house!" - Fran T.
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"Karen and Jen are a super responsive and caring team of REALTORS®. They did a great job of finding the new home we needed for my retired mom with her ADA needs. They made our entire family feel great about the home they found for us — as well as the advice and care they provided about the property and the offer we made." - David G.
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"I’ve worked with Karen & Jen for over twenty years, a long time in which to truly understand their character. Here’s what you’ll find too –– they manage a highly professional and ethical business built on listening to clients with empathy and retaining their trust through hard work and integrity. Karen and Jen are complementary creative partners who both ensure that you’re satisfied and successful.
" - Lew E.
★★★★★
"Karen and Jen are two of the most responsible, ethical people I have had the good fortune of knowing for many, many years. They are detailed and thorough which is critical to being successful in any business. A very professional and resourceful duo." - Bobbi D.
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"Having worked with Karen and Jen on several projects, I’ve always come away impressed. They are a talented team with a thoughtful approach and a willingness to go the extra mile. I never hesitate to recommend their services." - Jess S.
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"Karen and Jen approach their projects with an incredible blend of creativity, pragmatic problem-solving, professionalism and outstanding follow-through—while making sure their clients enjoy the process along the way." - Krista M.
A long-time peninsula resident, Karen has a comprehensive understanding of our unique community and all it has to offer. As a parent of two, she also has invaluable first-hand experience with local schools from preschool through high school in both the public and private school systems, providing you with peace of mind that she will adeptly guide you to the best neighborhood for your family.
Karen’s creativity, vision and love of transforming living spaces are what fuel her passion to help others create a home and find their place. Her branding expertise working with Pottery Barn, Warner Brothers and Oracle is invaluable. Her high-end design connections ensure that you will have the best photographers, stagers, videographers, and most effective marketing campaigns to maximize your home’s value. Alternatively, her keen eye for understanding the potential in a property is an asset she brings to buyers looking for that hidden gem.
Karen has bought, sold and renovated many homes, and she is proficient in all aspects of home acquisition and financing. She’s worked with contractors and interior designers, and she has the vision to showcase your home to sell. Karen is also uniquely qualified to provide advice on which upgrades will yield the greatest return.
She prides herself on going above and beyond, focusing on creating life-long relationships that are anything but transactional. Karen brings the same philosophy to real estate that she nurtured successfully at her design firm. One of growing a business organically from referrals and past clients, with personalized hands-on service.
Karen embraces the importance of modern technology, and recognizes its critical role in accessing real-time information for clients. She joined Compass because she shares the company’s belief that pairing technology with talented people creates exceptional results.
Karen is united with her sister and long-time partner, Jen Maurry, at the Vano Maurry Team. Bringing the same custom service, solutions-driven mindset, and innovative marketing they gave their design clients.