Karla Andresen

Im a bilingual (Spanish) REALTOR in the Orange county and surrounding areas, Specializing in Trust and Probate.
In order to exceed the expectations of Southern California buyers and sellers. I like to first meet with a prospective client to discuss their lifestyle needs. I believe that a person’s home should compliment their lifestyle. 

My vision is to be a trusted advisor who leverages market insights to assist clients in making informed decisions when selling or purchasing a home. Through the implementation of innovative marketing strategies and cutting-edge techniques, My goal is sell my clients home for the highest comp in the area and to elevate their real estate experience.

At the core of my brand vision is a commitment to excellence, professionalism, and honesty in every interaction. I aspire to represent and serve my clients with integrity, always prioritizing their best interests above all else. Im dedicated to providing exceptional service that goes beyond transactions, fostering lasting relationships built on trust and mutual success.

I was born and raised in El Salvador in Central America to parents who were educators, so education was a high priority in my upbringing. I had a wonderful childhood, filled with playing outside until the lights came on, family vacations to the beach, and enjoying nightly family dinners.

As the oldest of three siblings, with a sister and a brother, my parents sent us to Catholic schools throughout high school. I excelled academically and truly enjoyed learning. After graduating from high school, I pursued a degree in Communications at the University with the dream of becoming a newscaster.

However, my studies were interrupted by the violent state of the country at that time, which had a profound impact on my life. When I was 18, my parents made the decision to emigrate to the USA, and I enrolled for my senior year at Uniondale High School in Long Island, NY.

My primary goal was to learn English, and that summer, I had my first job working for the state parks and recreation at Jones Beach. It was a memorable experience working with a diverse group of kids my age. At the end of that year, my family relocated to Orange County, CA, where the weather was warmer and reminiscent of El Salvador's climate.

I enrolled in the community college and secured a job in retail at the local Robinson's May, where I worked in the cosmetic department for renowned brands such as Estee Lauder, Lancome, and Clinique. Subsequently, I joined Nordstrom and spent 8 years in various roles within the cosmetic and fine fragrances sector. Balancing retail work with being a single mother to two daughters presented challenges, especially in attending their extracurricular activities.

This led me to consider a career change, and in 2011, I took the real estate exam without fully comprehending its scope. Upon passing the exam, I collaborated with an established Realtor to learn the intricacies of the real estate business, including contracts, forms, technology, and customer service. Drawing from my background in high-end retail, I honed my skills to provide exceptional service to clients.

After working alongside a seasoned Realtor for a year and a half, I ventured out on my own, building and expanding my real estate business. Amidst this journey, I faced a daunting challenge when diagnosed with cancer. Despite undergoing chemotherapy, I remained dedicated to my work, supporting my clients with unwavering commitment. Through resilience and optimism, I successfully battled cancer and emerged stronger. Today,

I am grateful to be assisting families in Orange County and neighboring areas in navigating their real estate transitions with seamless communication, education, kindness, and the use of advanced systems and technology. My goal is to help clients achieve their real estate objectives with professionalism and care.