Karen brings over 20 years of real estate experience with her to help her clients find the right product for their needs. With a BS degree in Real Estate Finance and a background in the escrow industry, she has the knowledge needed in today's market. In addition, Karen has studied for and received her CMPS designation - Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist - which shows her commitment to educating her clients on how to integrate their mortgage into their overall financial plan.

Karen is the Branch Manager of Pacific West Lending. She opened Sierra Pacific's first Southern California branch in October of 2001 and currently serves clients throughout CA. In 2005, Pacific West Lending received it's license from the Arizona State Banking Dept to also conduct business there.

Although a Cal State Fortyniner by degree, she is also a USC Trojan by marriage! Her family enjoys attending the home football games at the Coliseum each fall, in between club soccer, softball and baseball with their 3 children.