My Info

Karen Baker Profile Photo

Karen Baker

   Smart Home Certified,Accredited Buyer Representative,Certified Residential Specialist,Senior Real Estate Specialist,Certified Relocation Residential Specialist,Luxury Property Specialist,Graduate,e-Pro 
Shreveport Office
8805 Line Avenue, Suite 100
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 861-2461

Overall Capabilities

 

Customer Oriented ~ Superior Problem Solving and Decision-Making Skills ~ Exceptional Negotiation Skills ~ Excellent Communication Skills ~ Multi-Tasker

 

Career Summary

 

Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors®                                                                           05/1997 - present

     (formerly Coldwell Banker Gosslee and Coldwell Banker J. Wesley Dowling & Associates)

Shreveport, Louisiana

 

         Independent contractor/sales agent…licensed REALTOR®

         ABR - Accredited Buyer's Representative

         CRS - Certified Residential Specialist

         CRRS - Certified Residential Relocation Specialist

         e-PRO 500 - First class to graduate from the internet-ready course

         PSA – Pricing Strategy Advisor certification

         GRI - Graduate REALTORS® Institute

         PMN - Performance Management Network

         PSA – Pricing Strategy Advisor certification

         SRES - Senior Real Estate Specialist

         SFR - Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource

         SRS - Seller Representative Specialist

         Ombudsman Trained

         Mediation Certified

         Certified Luxury Property Specialist – Coldwell Banker Global Luxury®

         AHWD - At Home With Diversity certification

         CBU - Coldwell Banker University graduate

         CMRS – Certified Military Residential Specialist

         Nehemiah Specialist (First Time Home Buyer Financing)

         Smart Home Certified – Coldwell Banker certification

         Floyd Wickham Graduate

         Certified Green Professional, National Association of Home Builders

  

Education

Baker Real Estate School                                                                                         4/1997

Shreveport, LA

 

Northwestern State University                                                                                08/1987 – 05/1991

Natchitoches, LA

 

         Bachelor of Science in Journalism with a triple emphasis in Public Relations, News Writing, and Broadcasting; and a Minor in Political Science

 

Business Accomplishments

 

         2023-2025 Member of The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing

         2021 - #1 at Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Listing Units, Buyer Controlled Sales, and Total Units

         2018 - #3 at Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Listing Units, Buyer Controlled Sales, and Total Units

         2005 - 2022 Top 5 Agents for Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Buyer Controlled Sales

         2005 - 2022 Top 5 Agents for Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Closed Units

         2005 - 2022 Top 5 Agents for Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Listing Units

         2006 - 2008, 2010-2022 Top 5 for Coldwell Banker Gosslee in Volume Production

         2017 Coldwell Banker Gosslee Referral Excellence Award

         2016 Coldwell Banker Gosslee – Chairman’s Award

         2015 Northwest Louisiana Association of Realtors – Realtor of the Year

         2015 Real Trends Best Real Estate Agents in America by - #2 in North Louisiana, #6 in the State of Louisiana – Ranked by Number of Sides

         2012 Real Trends – The Thousand – Ranked #247 in the United States – Ranked by Number of Sides

         2011 Top 10 Sales Associates, Southern Region of Coldwell Banker in Total Units

         2006-2015  Top 10 State of Louisiana of all Coldwell Banker agents

         2009 Women’s Council of Realtors, Shreveport-Bossier Chapter, Member of the Year

         2009 - 2011 Coldwell Banker J. Wesley Dowling & Assoc. Broker Advisory Council

         2006 #1 Shreveport Office for Coldwell Banker J. Wesley Dowling & Assoc. in Total Units

         2005, 2007 #1 Seller’s Agent, for Coldwell Banker J. Wesley Dowling & Assoc. in Listing Units

         2005-2006, 2008 #1 Buyer's Agent, for Coldwell Banker J. Wesley Dowling & Assoc. in Selling Units

         2009-2021 Coldwell Banker International President’s Premier (Top .5% Coldwell Banker Nationwide)

         2001-2005, 2007, 2008, 2022 Coldwell Banker International President’s Elite (Top 1% Coldwell Banker Nationwide)

         1998, 2000, 2006, 2023 Coldwell Banker International President's Circle (Top 2% Coldwell Banker Nationwide)

         2003, 2004, 2007, 2008, 2011 Coldwell Banker Circle of Excellence

         1998, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2006, 2012 Coldwell Banker Circle of Honor

         1999 Coldwell Banker Diamond Award

         Keynote Speaker for Coldwell Banker rallies (Little Rock, Arkansas and Mississippi)

         First to graduate from Coldwell Banker University in less than one year in company

         Consistent multi-million dollar producer, 1998 - current

         Member Northwest Louisiana Board of REALTORS®, since 1997

o   2020 By-Laws Committee Chairman

o   2020 Government Relations & Advocacy Committee Chairman

§  Committee Member 2018 - current

o   2018 NWLAR Past President and NWLAR MLS Past President

o   2017 NWLAR President and NWLAR MLS President

o   2016 NWLAR President-Elect and NWLAR MLS President-Elect

o   2015 NWLAR Secretary-Treasurer and NWLAR MLS Secretary-Treasurer

o   2010-2015 NWLAR Board of Directors and NWLAR MLS Board of Directors

o   2014-2018 Executive Committee

o   2014 AE Search Committee

o   Budget Committee 2014-2016, Member Services Chairman 2013-2104 (Created a Membership Directory and Housing Profile Guide for Distribution), Programs Chairman 2012, Forms Committee Chairman 2006, 2009, Technology Committee Chairman 2009-2011, Professional Development Committee Member 2009, MLS General Committee Member 2009, Home Is Where the Heart Is Foundation Committee Member 2009, Risk Reduction Committee Chairman 2004, 2005

o   Served and/or Chaired various committees since 1999 – By-Laws, Budget and Finance, Legislative, Realtor of the Year, Professional Standards, Forms, Technology, Education, Risk Reduction, Issues Mobilization, MLS Administrative (Multi-Listing Service), Home Is Where the Heart Is, Programs, and Cultural Diversity

o   Created two continuing education courses that have approval from the Louisiana Real Estate Commission. Created the hand out, the presentation material, and co-taught the course.

o   Created and Chaired a member event called Beat the Rush which evolved into Realtor Expo, and now currently Realtor Day

         Member Louisiana Association of REALTORS®, 1997 – current

o   2015 - 2019 Louisiana Realtors Board of Directors

o   2018 Strategic Planning Committee

o   2018 - 2019 Legislative Committee

o   2018 Professional Development Committee

o   2015 Professional Standards Committee

o   2015 - 2018 Membership Committee

o   Trained Mediator

o   Ombudsman Certified

o   2013 Fall Conference Committee

o   2007 Graduate Louisiana REALTORS® Association Leadership Academy

         Trustee, Louisiana Association of Realtors Political Action Committee, 2018-2027

o   Major Investor, 2012 – current

         Louisiana Chapter RRC (previously CRS) 2000 - current

o   2022 State President, 2021 Membership Chair, 2020 Finance Chair, 2019-2018 Newsletter Chair

         Member National Association of REALTORS®, 1997 - current

o   MLS committee 2019-2021

         Member Women’s Council of REALTORS®, 1997 – current

o   2021 Leadership Team

o   2009 Programs Chairman for Dancing with the REALTOR® Stars (fundraiser)

o   2008 Women’s Council of REALTORS® Businesswoman of the Year

o   2005 President, 2004 President-Elect, 2004 Fundraising Chairman, 2003 Secretary, 2011-2012 By-Laws Chairman, 2013-2014 Ways and Means Chairman

         Member National Association of Home Builders, 2008 - current

         Member Northwest Louisiana Home Builders Association, Associate's Council, 2008 - current

         Shreveport-Bossier 40 Under 40, class of 2009

 

Community Involvement

 

         Women's Council of REALTORS®

o   Have helped raise over $120,000 to donate to the Volunteer of America (Pregnancy and Adoption Program), Oscar Cloyd Real Estate Scholarship at Louisiana State University Shreveport, and various other charities such as Bikers Against Child Abuse, Caddo Council on Aging, Bossier Council on Aging, Volunteers for Youth Justice, and Rock Solid

         Rotary International

o   District 6190, 2007-2008, 2008-2009, 2009-2010 Assistant District Governor

o   River Bend Chapter, 2006-2007 President, 2005-2006 President-Elect, 2004-2005 Vice President, 2003-2003 Treasurer, Charter Member 2001 – current

o   5-time Paul Harris Fellow

o   Sustaining Member – 2002 – current

o   Our Chapter has raised and donated, over $100,000 to various charities such as The Rotary Foundation, Polio Plus Partners, Rotary Youth Leadership Academy, Gingerbread House, Providence House, Shreveport Police and Firefighter Memorial, Philadelphia Center, Toys For Tots, and more

o   We have invested time with hands-on work into various charities such as the YWCA (I lead three literacy events), Tree Planting/Beautification Project at Oak Terrace Elementary, Caddo Middle Career & Technology, and Atkins Elementary (wrote the grant and headed the project), serve food at the Rescue Mission, Inner City Boy Scout group to Applebee’s and Tinseltown, packing boxes at Northwest Louisiana Food Bank, painting and hanging blinds at Gingerbread House, craft projects at Shriner’s Hospital, and more

o   Helped the Fuller Foundation with the construction of homes in Shreveport

         Independence Bowl Foundation Member - 1999 - current

         Independence Bowl Pep Rally Chairman, 2007, 2008, 2009

         Independence Bowl 2008 Ernest Young Volunteer of the Year

         Independence Bowl Executive Secretary 2009 and 2010

         Independence Bowl Selection Committee 2009

         Independence Bowl Hospitality Committee 2021 - current

         Community Renewal International, Decoration Chairman Croquet Classic 2009

         Community Renewal International, Croquet Classic Co-Chairman 2010

         Community Renewal International, Croquet Classic Chairman 2011

         Community Renewal International, Women of Community Renewal member, 2008 - current

         Young Professional Initiative Member, 2008 – 2018

         Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority Alumni, 1999 – current

         Shreveport Little Theatre Guild, Lifetime Member

         Robinson Film Center Supporter/Member, 2014-2018

         Pirates of the Red Member, 2011-2013

         Krewe of Gemini - Member/Reveler, June 2007- current

o   Party Chairman 2024 - 2025

o   CWC Chairman 2020 - 2024

o   Merchandise Co-Chairman 2021 - 2023

o   Queen 2019

o   Float Lieutenant 2014

o   Float Secretary/Treasurer 2015 - current

o   Board of Directors Member 2010

o   Newsletter Chairman 2010

         Member Northwest Louisiana Board of REALTORS®, 1997 - current

o   Committee Member for the Home Is Where the Heart Is Foundation - personally raised $1800 in donations in three days to kick off this committee’s existence in December 2008

         Member Louisiana Association of REALTORS®, 1997 - current

o   The Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) in our Board raised over $1000 in less than 2 months to donate to the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank

o   Work day with Habitat For Humanity in Lake Charles, 2015

         Member Northwest Louisiana Home Builder's Association, Associate's Council, since 2008

o   Sold tickets for the Community Renewal International House For Hope

         Women’s Republican Club – member 2014 - current

o   2014 Guns & Republicans Committee Member

o   2015 Guns & Republicans Co-Chairman

o   2016 Guns & Republicans Committee Member

o   2016 Publicity Co-Chairman

         Mud Bug Madness Volunteer 2021-2024

         Taught Home Living Classes with cooking demonstration at Caddo Middle Magnet, Fall 2015

         Caddo Middle Magnet Pegasus Society

         Workroom Volunteer and Room Mom at Eden Gardens Fundamental Elementary School, 2009-2013

         Room Mom at Riverside Elementary School, 2012-13, 2014-15, 2015-16

         Riverside 5th Grade Celebration Chairman 2016

         Workroom Volunteer and Assistant Room Mom at St. Paul’s Day School

 

References

Available upon request

What my clients are saying (21)

My Service Ratings

07/19/2023 - Anna Grace Nammour

Karen was wonderful to work with! She worked hard and found us the perfect house for us. We are new to the area and she considered all of our needs and helped us find the perfect home in a timely manner!


My Service Ratings

07/01/2023 - Elizabeth Carter Hope

Karen Baker is able to explain the complexities of the market in a way that truly makes you feel knowledgeable and empowered to make the right choice for you and your family. I highly recommend hiring Karen Baker if you want to know you're interests are a top priority.


My Service Ratings

06/24/2023 - Xiaoming Fan

I want to express my utmost satisfaction and gratitude to Karen Baker for her exceptional service as my realtor. Working with Karen was an absolute pleasure and I highly recommend her to anyone in need of a reliable and knowledgeable real estate professional.From the moment I connected with Karen I was impressed by her expertise and professionalism. She took the time to understand my unique needs and preferences ensuring that the properties she presented to me were tailored to my requirements. Her knowledge of the local market was evident and she provided valuable insights that helped me make informed decisions.Karen's attention to detail and commitment to excellence were remarkable. She was always available to address my questions and concerns responding promptly and with utmost professionalism. Her communication skills are exceptional keeping me informed throughout the entire process and ensuring a smooth and seamless experience.Negotiating with Karen by my side was a true advantage. She demonstrated strong negotiation skills advocating for my best interests and securing a favorable deal. Her guidance and advice were invaluable and I felt confident in every decision I made thanks to her expertise.In addition to her excellent service as a realtor Karen also connected me with a network of trusted professionals including inspectors and lawyers who played a crucial role in the purchasing process. This further exemplified her dedication to ensuring a seamless transaction and a positive overall experience.Thanks to Karen's hard work and dedication I am now a happy homeowner. Her commitment to customer satisfaction and her genuine care for her clients make her an exceptional realtor. I would not hesitate to work with Karen again in the future and recommend her without reservation to anyone in need of a top-notch real estate professional.Thank you Karen for your outstanding service and for going above and beyond to help me find my dream home.


Active Listings (25)

Agriculture Zoning | 46.21 Acre(s)
$950,000
: 4
: 4 Total
: 4,915
$888,000
: 4
: 3 Total
: 2,979
$635,000
: 5
: 3 Total
: 3,092
$485,000
: 5
: 4 Total
: 3,041
$450,000
: 4
: 3 Total
: 3,151
$425,000
: 5
: 3 Total
: 2,448
$425,000
: 3
: 4 Total
: 2,723
$415,000
: 3
: 2 Total
: 2,110
$385,000
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,992
$345,000
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,657
$298,500
: 4
: 2 Total
: 2,078
$289,900
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,317
$179,500
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,296
$174,900
Agriculture Zoning | 3.36 Acre(s)
$150,000
: 3
: 1 Total
: 1,150
$84,900
: 3
: 1 Total
: 980
$73,500
R-1-7: Single-Family Residential Zoning | 0.23 Acre(s)
$48,500
: 6
: 3 Total
: 2,688
$46,900
: 2
: 1 Total
: 764
$45,000
: 3
: 1 Total
: 1,313
$29,900
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,400
$29,900
: 3
: 1 Total
: 921
$19,500
: 3
: 2 Total
: 1,080
$19,500
: 3
: 1 Total
: 1,084
$17,500

Recent Listings Sold (39)

Property Address Details
4140 Baltimore Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,273
601 Dodd Drive
Shreveport, LA 71107
Beds: 3
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 2,363
14470 Peaceful Pines Lane
Vivian, LA 71082
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,680
801 Camilla Drive
Shreveport, LA 71104
Beds: 4
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,717
143 Albert Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71105
Beds: 4
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,946
906 Anniston Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71105
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,905
2317 Bienville Drive
Monroe, LA 71201
Beds: 5
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 2,097
336 Charis Drive
Stonewall, LA 71078
Beds: 4
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 2,128
4905 Highway 531
Dubberly, LA 71024
Beds: 4
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 2,100
10088 Saint Bernard Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 5
Baths: 4 Total
SqFt: 3,206
290 Big Creek Road
Baskin, LA 71219
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
261 Eagle Bend Way
Shreveport, LA 71115
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
6009 Dillingham Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,752
407 Tony Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,805
3100 Fairfield Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
Beds: 2
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,170
119 Westchase Drive
West Monroe, LA 71291
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,282
9034 Hilton Drive
Shreveport, LA 71118
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,228
10006 Trailridge Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 4
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 2,511
10589 Ferry Lake School Road
Oil City, LA 71061
Residential Zoning | 2.94 Acre(s)
340 Berkshire Place
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 2,000
122 Kenny Lane
West Monroe, LA 71291
Beds: 4
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 2,288
1110 Boone Street
Bossier City, LA 71112
Beds: 5
Baths: 0 Total
1804 Southview Drive
Bossier City, LA 71112
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 762
100 Lincoln Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 830
320 Thompson Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 795
7205 Rayne Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,065
104 S Inglewood Drive
Monroe, LA 71203
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,833
338 Carroll Street
Shreveport, LA 71105
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,426
222 Virginia Avenue
Minden, LA 71055
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,260
112 Wall Street
Oil City, LA 71061
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,303
225 W 68th Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,057
228 W 69th Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,145
302 W 69th Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,147
1596 Riverview Lane
Shreveport, LA 71104
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,685
407 Albany Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71105
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 2,132
271 Tower Road
Homer, LA 71040
Beds: 3
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 1,776
4023 Marion Place
Shreveport, LA 71109
Beds: 3
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,097
255 E Fairview Street
Shreveport, LA 71104
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,218
1764 Aline Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71107
Beds: 4
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 1,252

Recent Buyer Sales (18)

Property Address Details
259 Acadiana Creek Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,787
591 Demery Boulevard
Shreveport, LA 71115
Beds: 4
Baths: 4 Total
SqFt: 2,981
173 Cypress Lane
Stonewall, LA 71078
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,930
2830 Barron Road
Keithville, LA 71047
Beds: 3
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 2,107
10197 Trailridge Drive
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 4
Baths: 4 Total
SqFt: 2,569
0 Kingston Road
Shreveport, LA 71118
1 Story(s) | 0 SqFt | 0 Office SqFt
10589 Ferry Lake School Road
Oil City, LA 71061
Residential Zoning | 2.94 Acre(s)
1110 Boone Street
Bossier City, LA 71112
Beds: 5
Baths: 0 Total
1804 Southview Drive
Bossier City, LA 71112
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 762
100 Lincoln Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 830
320 Thompson Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
Beds: 2
Baths: 1 Total
SqFt: 795
7205 Rayne Street
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,065
112 Wall Street
Oil City, LA 71061
Beds: 3
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,303
271 Tower Road
Homer, LA 71040
Beds: 3
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 1,776
0 Peaceful Pines Drive
Minden, LA 71055
Residential Zoning | 1.37 Acre(s)
2860 Covington Circle
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 4
Baths: 3 Total
SqFt: 3,059
438 Oakwood Trace Court
Shreveport, LA 71106
Beds: 5
Baths: 4 Total
SqFt: 3,997
153 Fountain View
Shreveport, LA 71118
Beds: 2
Baths: 2 Total
SqFt: 1,283

Contact Me

Real Estate Links Our Domains