KJ Fine Properties
Licensed In Virginia, Washington D.C. & Maryland
Karen Trainor
Since entering real estate in 1991, Karen Trainor has negotiated very difficult transactions with grace and ease, and satisfied the needs of many clients who’ve sought her expertise and guidance. She is an Associate Broker, and holds real estate licenses in Virginia, Maryland and Washington, D.C.
Karen began her career in sales at another prominent brokerage firm in Virginia, earning a spot as a top-producing agent before being named Managing Broker. She served in that role for 16 years, and was proudly named NVAR Manager of the Year in 2008. Karen later joined McEnearney, drawn to its integrity, strength in the marketplace, and adherence to the highest standards. She enjoys a close and effective partnership with her associate Jerry Thatcher, with whom she shares seasoned knowledge and creative sales and marketing strategies to ensure their clients’ success.
Specializing in all of Northern Virginia, with a focus on Northern Virginia, Karen also sells property throughout the D.C. Metro area. She has received recognition over the years for her performance, and is an active member of her industry. Karen was named Realtor of the Year by the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR) in 2012, was NVAR Chairman of the Board in 2011, and is a member of the NVAR Executive Committee. In 2010, she was chosen as a participant in the Virginia Association of Realtors Leadership Academy. Karen was also inducted into the National Association of Realtors Omega Tau Rho Fraternity, an honorary real estate society for those who have excelled.
Born and raised in Falls Church, Virginia and Washington, D.C., Karen attended Ohio University and American University, earning a B.S. in Business Administration. She has always worked in sales and marketing, initially for a lease finance company in D.C. where she managed the office.
A resident of McLean, Karen hopes that all people have the opportunity to own their home. She will guide you through the process, and connect you with the right financial and legal professionals. When not busy working, her favorite pastimes including painting in watercolor and acrylic, and spending time with her grown son and senior Jack Russell Terrier.
Jerry Thatcher
Licensed In
- Virginia
- Washington D.C.
- Maryland
" Jerry and Karen were wonderful from the moment my husband and I started searching for our first home. They explained the entire process to us and were always available to answer our questions. The homes we looked at were selling quickly, many going under contract the same day they were placed on the market. We needed realtors who were proactive, understood what we were looking for, and had the availability to meet with us when new homes were listed. Buying our first home seemed a little daunting, but Jerry and Karen gave us honest and knowledgeable feedback without pushing us to make any decisions we weren’t ready for. They truly went above and beyond, ultimately finding the perfect home for us and making the entire experience easy and enjoyable. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for their next home! "
– Laura and Mark
" Karen and Jerry made a dynamic team and we are so glad they were our realtors. They were wonderful to work with and they proactively made an effort to understand what we wanted in a home and worked tirelessly to find our dream home. We couldn't be happier with our home - it's a perfect fit!"
– Peter and Arnila
" Buying a home for the first time is exciting, yet nerve-racking all at the same time. We were looking for someone who would make the experience memorable and would guide my fiancé and I throughout the process. We were recommended to contact Karen and Jerry by a friend. From the moment we first contacted Karen and Jerry, we knew it was a good fit. Their quick responses, helpful advice, and guidance made a nerve-racking experience peaceful and enjoyable. Along the ride, we were introduced to an incredible team. Stephen, Alyson, and Jessica to name a few, were so helpful and would respond quickly to all of our questions even through the busy holiday period. We were explained every step of the process from beginning to end and never felt alone. We couldn't have picked a better team to make our first time home buying experience memorable."
– Juan and Yvette
