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Kara Homes & Associates Reviews

We've noticed something about Google and Yelp reviews: they require the person leaving the review to identify themselves.  Being in the short sale business, it's tough to ask your clients to leave a review that clearly identifies them as someone who had a financial hardship and had to short sell their home.  That being the case, we recently began collecting feedback forms from clients and posting them here anonymously.  Good, bad or indifferent, we want you to know what Kara Homes is all about.

Keep in mind as you read these reviews that we're not cherry-picking here.  These are all the client surveys that we've gotten back so far, as they stand, unedited.

Enjoy!

*We have moved the new Client Feedback Reviews onto our new website.  Please click here.*

10/7/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Postcard in the mail offering "no cost to me" for my shortsale

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
yes. everything was explained step by step

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
perfect.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
yes. Bank of America made it very difficult for me to accomplish, but they persevered

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
yes. 

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
yes.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
yes. My shortsale closed.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Making sure all the paperwork is perfect. There were no troubles with any of the paperwork not being right or not included.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
not sure. 

  

9/20/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Referred by mutual friend

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
All was straight forward and any questions were easily answered by the team.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
High level of communication.Any messages or e-mails were responded to promptly

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Right from the beginning with Michael and then with other members of the team, I felt very confident

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
It took just about the amount of time to get approved as I was told and once approved, everything moved along quickly.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Communicated often during the process and rarely had any issues getting someone to help out on my first try by phone or e-mail.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
Yes. Basically because of all the other answers I have given.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
I can only speak from my experience.  Short sales.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Can't think of anything. All went smoothly with no hiccups.  

  

8/30/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Honestly we were first got attracted with the Kara Homes flyer. Once we personally met Michael and did our own research, we were convinced that we made the right choice.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
All documents that the office sent us to complete are aasy to understand. we can always call them for clarification and best of all we can just fax the documents back to their office instead of taking it to their office.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Kara Home has excelent level of communication. Special thanks to Jaccklyn and Brittany for keeping us posted at all times regarding the progress of our short sale.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
The team has a vast knowledge of short sale/real estate. They really went out of their way to help us go through the process

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
Everything as handled in a timely manner.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
The whole team were really efficient in communicating with us. They would give us a call form time to time to keep us posted or they send us emails on a regular basis.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
yes we were pleased with the results and we actually gave teh office's phone numbers to our friends and co workers.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
.Michael Kara is best at what he does. He cares fpr his cleints and is sincere in helping them. The best part of working with Kara Homes is tha they always update us on the status of our short sale.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Just continue on keeping theis client's trust.  

  

8/30/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Excellent response to initial phone calls and meetings. Michael came to see me at office.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
Some documents contain duplicat einformation but generally easy to complete.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Great communication and very quick reponse. Everyone return calls, emails, and answer to my questions.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Yes in all facets. Especially the documents that are required.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
Yes. The process is long and often I felt I was providing information already give more than once. Overall great coordination.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Yes. Available via email, phone, text all the time. I like that I could call office and talk to someone.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
Yes good results although the second loan still something I need to deal with. I would have like assistance on this after first loan was closed. It feels like something was skipped. I also would like to know all fees upfront like what buyers paid to you for services.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Clear communication. Excellent response time and understand short sale process in and out.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
None other than what discuss above.

    

8/29/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Friend refered me.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
Yes, simple to do.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Very good, updated every week.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
yes, they knew what they needed and could explain everything to me.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
Yes, sold quickly.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Yes, always available when I had questions whether via phone or email.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
Yes, was able to get my house sold.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Getting the sale and communicating with the client.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
n/a

  

8/26/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Received a paper in the mail, called the number, talked to Michael, after I had already talked to a few other realtors, but Michael was a lot more knowledgeable, answered all my questions, and did not ask me for additional money for negotiating with the bank.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
Yes, I was given the option to receive the documents by email, mail or fax, they were easy to understand, and top of that was called to see if I had any questions.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Great.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Very knowledgeable, and specialy working with an experience attorney to do the negotiations, mede me feel a lot more comfortable.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
We all know that the short sales are not easy, it is a lengthy process, and having two lenders and with two buyers walking away, I thing it was comleted in a very timely manner.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Someone was available to be reached at all times

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
I am. However i would have been a lot more comfortable to have a seperete document from each bank saying that not the bank nor any collection agency will come after me for the defficency in the future.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Knowledgeabele, working with profesional attorney, enables them to have all the client's questions answered, and having all up to date informations available. Great customer service.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
MLS listing. On the MLS for my house was used a foto property of MLS from 2006, while taking a set of new photos, specialy while I was still in the house, would have made it more attractive to the buyers.

  

8/22/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
I was told that Kara Homes did a real good job selling the property of a close friend.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
All documents were made simple to follow and the process of completeing the documents and returning them were simple also.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Someone made contact with me every 7 to 10 days to let me know the status after the process started moving.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Very experienced with Short sales. Every question I asked was answered directly by Michael and he made me feel comfortable with the process.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
Yes, with the exception of an apparent problem that occured with an attorney office that Michael ended up taking the account back from.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Very easy to commincate with when I had questions.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
Very pleased

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
The only experience I had was with the short sale and they were very experienced.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
I have no suggestions for improvement.

  

8/15/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
I recieved a post card telling me about your service.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
i felt like if your team won the super bowl .All the document were sent always on time esay to under stand

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
the level of communication form a scale 1 to 10 for me it was a 10

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Everything was done on time and work on a very quick pace all the paper work was sent on time and all of the kara team seem to be working on a knowledgeable and very experienced way it seem like they were working on just my short sale from all of the attention i received from all of the team.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
yes everything was handle in a diligently way. Like i said i felt like the hole team was working on my short sale.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
yes they were always available.If i sent a e mail i would get a response within a couple of minute ,if i gave them a call they would always be someone to answer the phone.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
yes i was pleased

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
am in the service business as a chef for my catering business and i no service whet i get it.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
n/a

  

8/2/2011

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
We were referred by ((**** NAME OBSCURED ****)).

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale?  Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete?  Why or why not?
Absolutely!  The email correspondence was helpful and fast.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Wonderful!  It felt like the only case they had was mine.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales?  Can you give an example?
Yes.  They know what they're doing and can answer any question you have and make you feel better about your situation.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner?  Why or why not?
Yes as diligently and timely as the lenders allow for.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions?  Were they easy to communicate with?  Can you give an example?
Yes.  Yes.  I had a lot of random questions and they were all answered for me.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes?  Why or why not?
Yes.  Our house sold!

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Communication!

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Nothing

  

7/27/2011 

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
He was recommended to me by my long-time realtor. It meant a lot that someone I respect thought very highly of him. After speaking with Michael and his team I felt assured that they were extremely knowledgeable and reliable.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Completeing the documents was probably the easiest part of the process. Everything that was requested of me was always very straightforward and clear.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Communication was extrodinary. I was always kept abreast of everything that was going on. If I called for an update I would immediately be advised.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
I feel like the experience level with Michael and his team is second to none. They always seemed to know ahead of time what would be forthcoming from the bank thus we were always prepared.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
The short sale was executed well within the window that was given from the onset.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
They were always accesible. I never felt like I was being ignored. In fact, it was quite the opposite as someone was always available.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
I was extremely pleased with the results. Even after they had received a deal with the bank that I felt was fair and I was willing to accept, I was advised by the Kara team that they thought they could do better. in the end, they were right and they saved me approximately 30% more. This was awesome!!!!

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Because they are always honest and always working in my best interest.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Nothing. I thought everything was great.

  

7/20/2011 

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Recommendation.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Michael Kara and his Team made it as easy as possible, however some of the Lenders docs conflict with the Kara Homes docs. It would be a lot easier if all Kara and Lender docs asked the same financial questions.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Excellent.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Very knowledgeable and experienced team, taking the sale from listing through to closing.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Yes - only hold up was the Lenders.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Yes always available responding usually within 24 hours.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Yes - very slick.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Coordinating the whole process from start to finish.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
I think they were a little short handed in the early stages of our short sale, however that has now been rectified.

  

6/28/2011

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
I was referred to Kara Homes because of their extensive history of successful short sales

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
There were alot of documents required but the entire team was more than helpful in completing them.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
All my calls and emails were handled in a very timely manner.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
It's because of their knowledge and experience that I chose Kara Homes to help me when I needed to do a short sale of my condo.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Diligent? VERY!! When one buyer changed his mind Michael's team was quickly on top of things and found me another buyer.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Michael and all the girls actually answer the telephone....no call center BS....so I was able to get my answers quickly. If they weren't sure of the answer they got the info and got back to me usually the same day.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Well, the desired end result was the sale of my condo....AND WE CLOSED LAST WEEK!!!

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Customer Service. They don't treat you like a number. They actually know you when you call. They follw thru and keep their word when they say they will get back to you.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
I'll have to give this much thought and get back to you cause I'm drawing a blank.

  

6/3/2011

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Referral from a friend.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Yes. Both Michael, Brittany and Lisa were great. I liked that everything could be handled via email.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Fantastic. Brittany was so helpful and understanding. Michael was easy to get ahold of as well!

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Extremely. When things took time or seemed weird they were one step ahead and completley familiar with everything that went on. It was scary for me, but their knowledge made it easier.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Yes. Everyone was professional and honest.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Yes. I got emails back from Brittany and Michael in less than an hour.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Yes. My house was sold and I didn't have to pay the difference!

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Short sales....because they've done it and know it better than any realtor I've spoken with.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
I don't think they do.

  

5/27/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Personal relationship with Mr. Kara

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Not a short sale

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Excellent always there when I had a question.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Yes was always given an honest apprasal of value.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Yes

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Had questions of sale on weekends and was alwys answered that day.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Yes very professional

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Very customer freindly

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
nothing

  

5/27/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Knowledge and understanding of my short sale needs

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Yes, absolutely.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Very good.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Yes, they were very knowledgeable, friendly and prompt with their responses.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Yes, very much so.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Yes,

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Yes, because the timing was good and the closing costs were reasonable.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Making the process easy to understand and navigate through as well as keeping me informed of each step.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
I am very pleased with their level of customer support.

  

5/26/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Impressed with Kara Homes & Assoc. knowledge.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
Yes & Yes

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
Very good. Very friendly and helpful.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Yes and this was the reason we chose to do business with Michael Kara.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Yes considering it was a new program.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
Yes if it was after hours...returned call the next business day. Prompt responses back.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Very pleased. Michael Kara Homes & Associates were very professional throughout!

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Finding the right buyer and negotiating with the bank.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Initial Sales paperwork. We had to fill out paperwork twice:(

  

5/26/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
Referred by a friend

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
yes. they all were very helpful and did a great job

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
very good especially brtitany

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
yes. they completed my short sale

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
it took awhile; however, it was the bank not michael

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
yes. michael called to update me. and brittany was outstanding in replying to my emails

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
yes

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
yes, i was so stressed out about not being able to short sell my condo, but they really came through

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
if they can push the bank to make more timely decisions, but that might not be possible

  

5/26/11

1. Why did you choose to do business with Kara Homes & Associates?
A friend of mine said that Mike Kara helped him with one of his properties, making it a flawless transition in a short amount of time.

2. Did you feel like Michael Kara and his team made it as easy as possible for you to complete and return documents required for your short sale? Were the documents easy to understand and easy to complete? Why or why not?
The documents were extremely easy to understand and they were very easy to return via PDF emails.

3. How do you feel about the level of communication that you received while working with Kara Homes?
50/50 - they were easy to get a hold of via email - generally within 24 hours. If it was important, they usually got back with me faster. One thing that I hate is when I call someone and get emailed back and that happened more than once.

4. Does it seem that Michael Kara and his team are knowledgeable and experienced with real estate and short sales? Can you give an example?
Very Experienced. Mike was aware of loop holes regarding laws and bank transactions. Brittany was an absolute pleasure to work with. She always had a great attitude and got back with me ASAP; I really do think she is a valuable asset to the company. Without her, Mike would be in alot of trouble.

5. Do you believe that your short sale was handled in a diligent and timely manner? Why or why not?
Unfortunately, No.Whereas, I don't think it was Kara Homes fault - but we went through multiple negotiators and vacations, making my file extremely stressful and expensive. Thankfully Mike was able to negotiate a better rate for me... but since it took so long, the association kept adding onto my total amount owed.

6. Were Michael and his team available when you had questions? Were they easy to communicate with? Can you give an example?
When they weren't on vacation and/or mad at me - yes. Mike has a short fuse - very easy to fly off the handle and I'm not the only one that thinks that... thats why I would contact Brittany most of the time if I had any nagging questions.

7. Were you pleased with the end result of working with Kara Homes? Why or why not?
Overall, Yes. We had a falling out, b/c we both had different idea's about communication, but once we got through a screaming match - we made ends meet. And obviously I'm happy that this is over, b/c my property sold (after 8+ months of negotiations and never ending paper work)... now I can move forward with my life and try to rebuild my credit.

8. What do you think Kara Homes is the BEST at, and why?
Selling themselves. Mike is very good at being a faceman for the company. He knows the business very well and he can definetely make things happen when they need to.

9. What do you think Kara Homes NEEDS IMPROVEMENT on, and why?
Mike needed to realize that our livelyhoods are at stake and we can be VERY stressed at times, so he took a step back and looked at the big picture, making it easier for us to work well together. Basically, we are putting our future in his hands; where trust plays a huge role in his business and there were times where I did not feel comfortable doing business with him. In addition, I know more than one person that did business with Kara homes and they both weren't too happy. In addition, I sold my property a couple months ago and I still have not recieved any final paperwork. I'm not even sure what I will or should get, but a summary statement and/or some monetary spreadsheet would be nice to send to my accountant.