Karen Butler: Supporting Agents Through File Review
Since joining REMAX Gold in 2018, Karen Butler has built a career that blends her deep background in administrative work with her passion for helping others succeed in real estate. Today, she serves as a File Reviewer, where her keen eye for detail and years of industry knowledge plays a vital role in supporting agents and ensuring compliance.
Karen’s professional journey began in title insurance, where she worked for more than two decades. She later transitioned into environmental consulting, managing complex documentation and training teams across multiple counties. A life-changing disability led her to consider a new career path, and through the process of purchasing her own home, she found her way into real estate. Starting as a buyer’s agent, Karen discovered how much she enjoyed guiding clients through one of life’s biggest decisions.
That love of support and problem solving translated seamlessly into her current role in file review. “Real estate and title go hand in hand,” she explains. “The industry is always changing, and you’re constantly learning. That’s what makes it so interesting to me.” Karen takes pride in quietly working behind the scenes, reviewing files, leaving notes, and calling agents to walk them through challenges when needed.
Her loyalty and commitment to growth are qualities she carries into her work at REMAX Gold. “I’ve always valued stability and independence,” she says. “Here, I have both, along with the opportunity to be part of a great culture and team.”
“Karen is just a pleasure to work with. She's really someone that is consistent, always in a great mood, always open to conversation, and if we want to do things a little bit differently, you know, she's right there for the change. She adopts the change, and implements it, and she's just a great person to work with.” – Cathy Risk, Director of Transaction Services and Risk Management
Outside of work, Karen’s life is full of joy and energy thanks to her 11 grandchildren, who keep her busy with near monthly birthday celebrations. For Karen, the most rewarding part of her role remains the same as when she first entered real estate: helping others succeed.
Gold Nation, comprised of REMAX Gold, REMAX One, REMAX Grupe Gold, REMAX Alliance Group, REMAX Associates, REMAX Elite, REMAX Equity Group, REMAX Integrity, and REMAX Northwest, is represented by over 2,500 of the industry’s most productive agents at over 100 Offices throughout Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.