Testimonials | Kara Heaslip, REALTOR®

Kara Is The BEST!

“I have bought and sold a number of homes in my life, but never have I had the most perfect experience with a realtor as I’ve had with Kara Heaslip of John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate. Kara is the ultimate professional – she knows her craft like no other! She was there for us from beginning to end. We were looking to purchase a home with a golf membership in Windstar on Naples Bay. She listened to what we wanted (as well as what we didn’t) and, frankly, we didn’t need to see more than a couple of places. When she called late one evening and said “I think I have your house” I simply had full confidence that she did, and sure enough, when we went to see it, we knew we had found exactly what we were seeking. Then, from that moment forward, Kara was there for us every step of the way – with every detail covered. Even when some issues needed last minute solving, I knew Kara would handle things well, and she did! Kara is poised, approachable, generous with her time and so completely knowledgeable – a complete talent! On top of that, Kara is lovely and simply fabulous! If anyone is looking to buy or sell a home, Kara is the one to call. And if anyone in Naples, FL wants to have their home handled by THE BEST, Kara is it and more!”

– Mary Kier –

BEYOND Phenomenal

“Working with Kara throughout our home buying experience has been anything but ordinary. It has actually been phenomenal. My husband and I could not have been any happier than we are with the home buying experience we had with her. Kara- you are a consummate professional and so easy to work with that we have already recommended you to several of our friends! Thank you so much again!”

– Deborah T. –

Kara ALWAYS Delivers

“This is the second Windstar property that I have listed with Kara Heaslip and she delivers every single time. Kara always goes above and beyond in her attention to detail. She secured a full price cash offer and fast 30 day close…..all while setting a sales record for the highest sale in my Windstar community. She smashed it by over a half a millions dollars for this property! Her knowledge of the market was amazing and she guided me through all the logistics of selling my home. She’s the absolue best realtor in Naples, FL!!!”

– Linda Wallace –

Kara Comes PREPARED

“I think the experience I am about to describe to you in working with Kara to sell my home will stop you in your tracks; you will want to call her immediately. First, and most importantly, I wanted to interview at least 5 agents before deciding with whom to do business. I sent a list of 5 questions to all of the prospects and asked them to plan to answer those questions during our interview. I also asked them to present a marketing plan in writing, for how they would go about getting my house sold and closed within 90 days. Shockingly, even Realtors® from national firms have no clue how to present a marketing plan. Why would you choose someone with no plan to sell your #1 asset? On the contrary, Kara came prepared. She went through the house and gave me 5 straight, spot-on answers. She then pulled out a professional marketing plan that she would implement, with a plan to have the house sold in 30 days. Only because I didn’t take her advice on the listing price of the house to begin with, and because the buyers were royal pita’s, we had a contract on our home within 70 days. Throughout the negotiating process, Kara always rose to any challenge, always with my best interest at heart. She also effectively managed through some significant conflict along the way, always taking the high road, and again, with my best interests at heart. Kara is not just a real-estate agent; she is your fierce guardian angel.”

– Linda Freeman –

Just Pick KARA

“Don’t even bother to interview other Realtors®; just go with Kara. All the advance planning done by Kara resulted in an efficient and successful process from start to finish. The background work, the marketing, and information-gathering, the staging, the videography and photography, the online presentation, the financial assessment, and advice… all aspects were handled professionally and quickly. We had multiple offers on the first day and a contract on our property within 3 days, which was full price and resulted in the highest sale in our building! This was the sixth property that we have sold over the years, but with Kara, this was our best experience.”

– Inge Cervierri –

Kara Is The Professional You NEED

“Kara Heaslip was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. She guided us through the pricing and marketing of the home and was very knowledgeable about the Naples real estate market place. She gave us great advice and even recommended certain charities for cleanout and vendors for repairs, even the paralegal who did the closing; all were great to work with also. Not only would we work with Kara again but we would also work with those charities and vendors again. And most impressive of all she sold the house in less than a week and got us a full price offer! Thank you Kara!”

– Kathy Leafquist & Joan Lyle –

Kara Is 100% COMMITTED

“Kara clearly is not just “one of the many” realtors in the Naples area. Kara’s is 100% committed to her job and her clients. Not a single email, call or text went without a response within minutes. She was honest, efficient and thorough in helping us navigate the process of buying and selling. As a result, our purchase went seamlessly and our sale went fast!! Her tireless energy is contagious and makes a time that could potentially be stressful, quite enjoyable! I highly recommend Kara.”

– Lisa Zambelli –

A "3-PEAT" Client

“This is our third real estate transaction with Kara Heaslip and every one of them has been an extremely positive experience. Kara brings a wealth of knowledge about Naples as an almost life long resident and together with spending time upfront with her clients to get a good sense of their interests, she is able to make solid recommendations on appropriate properties to see. She is on top of every detail – scheduling appointments, providing detailed information on each property and related community amenities and most importantly giving her honest assessment and evaluation based on her vast market experience. One of the things which I think sets her apart from many others is her involvement and assistance in the closing process. In addition to her professionalism, she is so much fun to work with making the experience enjoyable as well as successful. We will continue to use Kara for any future real estate transactions and highly, highly recommend her!”

– Breant & Carla Clarkson –

Kara Made It HAPPEN

“Kara is the best Realtor that I have ever had the pleasure to work with! She was my mother-in-law’s agent when she was looking to relocate from VA to Naples. Kara was so knowledgeable of the market and really listened to what my MIL wanted in her forever home. She made it happen! We can’t say enough about Kara. Our experience was amazing. Yours will be too. Thank you, Kara!”

– The Bealls –

Kara Is VERY Knowledgeable

“Kara Heaslip was the most amazing and perfect realtor for us when it came to selling our home. She went above and beyond and I’m confident that she was key to us selling so quickly (12 days) and for top dollar! Her knowledge and work ethic were unmatched in the business! All I can say is we couldn’t have asked for anything more in a realtor!”

– The Malones –

Kara Is The Best ... PERIOD

“We are so lucky to have Kara work with us she understands her clients needs and goals and is always brainstorming! Her ability to think outside of the box is incredible and she is not your average Realtor. She exceeds expectations consistently and without fail. We know we can put our trust in her and she will always strive to make sure you are not only satisfied – but ECSTATIC with your transaction. We can’t wait to work with her on our next venture……and more than likely, Kara will undoubtedly bring it to us before we even know we are ready. We are so proud of her hustle and love being her clients!!!!! Kara is the best there is……PERIOD!”

– The Glucks –

An Absolute DELIGHT

“Kara was so thoughtful, energetic and diligent, that she made our home listing and sale go swiftly and smoothly. Kara has excellent ideas over pricing, photographs, prepping/staging, listing and advertising our home. Plus, she works tirelessly and she is a great communicator and listener! She really takes advantage of the latest technology to advertise our property to not just a wide audience, but to an audience that is desirous of our home’s features! Kara developed multiple offers for our home, and she oversaw the entire inspection, move-out and closing process. Kara did ALL of this in the middle of the COVID-pandemic. She was like an angel to our family! Kara is one of the most generous and honest and creative persons that we have ever worked with professionally! If you are looking to either sell or purchase a home, look no further than Kara.”

– John & Karen Herrmann –

We Recommend KARA 100%

“Kara Heaslip is the most capable and effective real estate agent we could imagine. She listed our house for sale in a community that has had unreasonably modest and often below par price growth over the years in Naples. Kara is a strong believer and advocate of the value of the Windstar community, knows it well and sold our home for the highest sale price of any Windstar home since 2007. She is extremely professional, responsive, gracious and determined for the best ever successful outcome. Would we recommend her – you bet!!!”

– Richard & Jane Hemmings –

Smooth & ENJOYABLE Process

“Just want to say thanks a million for your amazing work selling our house in Naples, we are seriously sad that we had to leave but you really made the move and selling much smoother and painless. When you entered our house the first time it was like getting a tornado indoor but in a very positive way, you knew exactly what to do and this gave us such a comfort, we did not even wanted to negotiate the fee because it was worth every penny and remember its always wine time!”

– Peter Kristensen –

Couldn't Be HAPPIER

“We couldn’t be happier with our real estate agent! With multiple full price offers, we sold our home is 6 days and closed in 14 days with a cash deal. We are so happy we selected Kara Heaslip from John R Wood Properties to sell our home. From the research that helped us set the price, to the advice given to prep and stage our home, to the digital marketing that had buyers rushing to make offers, Kara managed every detail brilliantly. Kara also attended each and every showing to ensure she could showcase our home. If you are ever in the market to sell or buy a home, call Kara to get the job done.”

– Emilie & Mike Menard –