Karista Smith

Karista Smith

Real Estate Agent

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A native of The Coachella Valley, Karista Smith has emerged as one of the top Real Estate Agents in the Greater Palm Springs, CA area.
 
A licensed Broker in both California and Arizona, Karista is an expert in luxury country clubs and has represented Buyers and Sellers in The Madison Club, Bighorn Golf Club, and Tradition Country Club. She claimed the title of the highest-priced home sale in the Coachella Valley in 2021 - also the historical highest-priced sale for the company.
 
With over 20 years of experience, Karista brings extensive market knowledge and expertise in the luxury real estate market and consistently earns a position in Palm Springs Life's Top Real Estate Agents annual publication.
 
So, what is Karista's Philosophy? "It's pretty simple really - work hard, be professional, and enjoy yourself." During the buy-sell process, one spends a great deal of time with their real estate agent. "My professionalism and strong work ethic are the cornerstones to my success, but sometimes we get so caught up in the business side of buying or selling homes that we can lose sight of the fact that buying or selling a property is an exciting process and should still be enjoyable, and fun. "I simply love my job!"
 
Karista builds strong relationships with her clients and listens intently to learn their likes, dislikes, needs, and objectives. Some agents designate assistants to manage customer communication, and transactional tasks but Karista is a hands-on broker and insists on being the lead agent and providing her personal attention – a trait for which she is consistently complimented.
 
Whether selling your current estate property or looking for your next, reach out to Karista and experience a professional, yet personal and fun experience.
WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY

Karista hands down is one of the best relators we have worked with over the past 20 years. She was very responsive and collaborative in her approach in working with us and was on top of every detail through the closing process. We can't say enough about the positive experience we had working with Karista to find and purchase our new home!

— Melissa C.

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY

We truly couldn't have dreamed of a better agent! Karista is extraordinary. She is so knowledgeable, savvy, proactive, and discerning. My husband and I bought a home from across the country which is an inherently nerve-wracking process, but we knew we were in such good hands with Karista. I don't think we could have gone through it without her. We really felt she had our best interest at heart and trusted her completely. She knows the desert like the back of her hand so she was able to provide us with the inside scoop on communities and streets. She knows a lot of the other agents in the area which is helpful in terms of negotiating and getting things done quickly. It was great having someone who understood our wants and needs so well, and she genuinely cared about us being happy. I really cannot say enough good things about her! She is absolutely amazing!

— Kate & Robert

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY

When I select an agent, I look for an individual with local knowledge, business acumen, and an ability to understand my needs. Karista exceeded every expectation. In our first meeting, she managed to gather insight into how we want to live in a home and what would make us happy. She worked tirelessly to find a home that met our needs and then went above and beyond to close the deal. I recommend Karista without reservation and am so very grateful for her efforts.

— Clarke B.

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She brings extensive market knowledge and expertise in the luxury real estate market and consistently earns a position in Palm Springs Life's Top Real Estate Agent annual publication.