RICHMOND Va, October 16, 2025 – Karen Ivie has joined Long & Foster Real Estate at its Grove office in Richmond Va. Ivie will specialize in working with homebuyers and sellers.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Karen to our team of highly trained professionals,” said Dawn Bradley, Senior Vice President & Richmond/ Charlottesville Regional Manager “The combination of Long & Foster and Karen’s unique skills and knowledge will no doubt provide the highest level of service to local buyers and sellers.”
Ivie is participating in Long & Foster’s Success Path program, which offers extensive training and resources for agents at any stage of their career. The program’s curriculum includes tools for agents to build their business, mentoring programs, techniques for prospecting and working with buyers and sellers, skills for negotiating and more. Ivie holds membership in the Richmond Association of Realtors.
“Today’s residential real estate market is constantly changing. Participating in our Success Path program has provided Karen with the right tools to meet those changing dynamics,” said Patrick Bain, CEO and president of The Long & Foster Companies, parent company of Long & Foster Real Estate.
Karen Ivie has called Richmond, Virginia home for over 25 years, after relocating to work at The Martin Agency and quickly falling in love with the city’s vibrant culture, rich history, incredible food, and welcoming community. She later built a successful career in sales and founded her home organization business, The Neat Bee, LLC where she discovered her passion for helping people navigate life transitions, from preparing a home for sale to settling comfortably into a new one.
With a strong background in home organization, Ivie specializes in helping clients downsize and simplify with confidence, turning what can feel overwhelming into a positive and empowering experience. Known for her thoughtful, client-centered approach, she strives to make every transition purposeful, seamless, and even exciting.
Outside of real estate, Ivie enjoys cheering on her children at sporting events, staying active, playing Mahjong with friends, and fostering dogs for the Henrico Humane Society. With deep roots in the Richmond area and genuine dedication to her clients, Ivie brings both expertise and heart to every real estate transaction making the journey truly rewarding.
Long & Foster is one of the nation’s top real estate companies as part of HomeServices of America. For more information, visit LongandFoster.com.