Our Agents
Mark Karten
With over a thousand transactions under his belt as the sales manager of 14 new home communities in Las Vegas, Mark’s experience has helped buyers and sellers alike achieve their real estate goals. Mark also trains all the agents on a weekly basis, so that you have consistent results with anyone you work with. A thirst for knowledge and technology keeps The Karten Group on the cutting edge, thanks to Mark’s commitment to superior quality and service. Mark is one of only two Realtors® to be named one of the “Ten Most Dependable Real Estate Professionals in Las Vegas” for 2007 and 2008. In 2009, Mark was the only agent in Nevada to be named one of the “Ten Most Dependable Real Estate Professionals in the Western United States.” Mark’s designations include ABR, CDPE, CFAC, CSP, e-PRO, SRES and SFR. Mark is married to Shelley Karten and they have two dogs - a Wirehaired Fox Terrier (Sophie) and a Wheaten Terrier (Bella) - who only demand attention 23 hours a day.
Shelley Karten
With a real estate career that spans over 20 years ranging from real estate contract administration, title work and sales, Shelley brings her unique talents to help buyers and sellers enjoy a process that can be frustrating and challenging at times. Shelley’s fun-loving personality makes your experience a pleasure and stress-free, whether you’re a first-time buyer, luxury home buyer or seller or investor. Shelley has earned her Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) and Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC) designations.
John DiCarlo
With 25+ years in sales, John believes that knowledge, communication, honesty, integrity and consistency are the foundation for any successful relationship, be it business or personal. A native New Yorker (The Bronx), John’s diverse background as a gemologist, commercial leasing director and a degree in Business give him the ability to investigate, negotiate and successfully close your transaction in the most efficient way possible. John relocated to Las Vegas in 1999, and in the last 5 years he has sold over 150 new homes in communities throughout Las Vegas. He has also earned his Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Certified Short-Sale Professional (CSP) and Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC) designations.
George Lionakis
George moved to Las Vegas in 1984 and has watched its transformation from a narrow corridor along the “Strip” to “The Entertainment Capital of the World” with the millions of residents that it is today. As a Broker-Salesman with hundreds of residential home sales throughout the valley, George has found the key to long-term success, in a business that experiences up and down cycles, is building relationships that last. He has earned his Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Certified Short-Sale Professional (CSP) and Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC) designations. Whether riding his Harley Davidson, visiting any of the many National Parks or wilderness areas nearby or hiking the trails at Red Rock Canyon and Mt. Charleston it’s all about “real estate” and the pleasure that comes from helping buyers, sellers or just enjoying the 100’s of thousands of acres of public lands nearby.
Shirley Sipich
Shirley has been a resident of Las Vegas since 1972 and has watched its growth from a small town into a world-class city. With 13 years as a Real Estate professional, Shirley has earned the designations of Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC). Whether you are a first-time home buyer or looking to make Las Vegas your retirement home, you will have the benefit of Shirley’s knowledge of the real estate market and the city. Having lived in the Caribbean for 13 years and being a certified SCUBA Dive Master, her knowledge of safety, trust and integrity in all situations comes through. Shirley lives with her two rescue dogs Annie, a lab mix, and Reba, a German Shepherd.
Cynthia Ward
With 11 years of real estate experience, Cynthia brings her clients the highest level of customer service, understanding and education. With a degree in Business Management and psychology, Cynthia combines her ability to listen with her training as a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), Short Sale and Foreclosure Recourse (SFR), Certified Short-Sale Professional (CSP) and Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC). Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, buying or selling a luxury property or looking to invest in the future of Las Vegas, Cynthia works tirelessly to meet and exceed your needs.
Debra H. Worth
With over 20 years managing relationships in sales environments in Silicon Valley, Debra's ability to connect with her clients by listening and understanding their needs has created a lengthy list of "clients for life." Her vast understanding of cultures coupled with a degree in Sociology brings an educated awareness much appreciated by her clients and colleagues alike. Debra brings over 8 years of real estate experience in resale and new construction to the team. Whether you are a first-time home buyer, buying or selling a property or looking to invest in Las Vegas, as a "trusted advisor" Debra will work tirelessly to ensure that your real estate experience with her is nothing short of an excellent, well-informed and pleasant experience. Debra has earned her Certified Foreclosure Alternatives Consultant (CFAC) and Certified Default Advocate Trained (CDAT) designations.
Sharon Schermerhorn
Sharon is our Internet Marketing Manager. Sharon’s background of real estate sales and computer programming are a custom fit for our team. Part of our success is due to the way we market our listings to find buyers in the least amount of time. This is a complex and time-consuming job as we update our information daily and communicate with every Realtor in Las Vegas as well as every major real-estate related website worldwide.
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