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Kit Serrell, Allen Tate Realtors

Agent
5.0 stars
16 Reviews

Markets served


Rolesville, NC
Zebulon, NC
Wendell, NC
Knightdale, NC
Apex, NC
Holly Springs, NC
Angier, NC
Fuquay-Varina, NC
Clayton, NC
Morrisville, NC
Wake Forest, NC
Garner, NC
Chapel Hill, NC
Cary, NC
Durham, NC
Raleigh, NC
Holly Springs, NC

Licenses, Designations or Certificates


NC Real Estate Agent 
CPA
MLO

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(910) 322-1725

About us


Realtor, Househacker, and Airbnb Superhost in the Raleigh/Durham metro. 

My background as a CPA gives me, and my clients, a competitive edge when it comes to completing financial due diligence and making informed decisions. I strive to help new investors, out-of-state investors and first-time home buyers expedite their path to financial freedom. 

I own a portfolio of properties that I acquired through low-down payment strategies. I have househacked four properties, BRRR'd one out-of-state, and leveraged the power of short-term and mid-term rentals through hosting over 1,000 Airbnb reservations since 2021.

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Residential

Reviews (16)


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8 months ago
Reviewed by Kayode Ayankoya
Kit Serrel was exceptional from start to finish. She has an unusually deep, practical knowledge of Raleigh and a rare ability to explain where value is flowing—and why. What stood out most is how structurally she approaches the city: helping us clearly understand where *not* to buy, which areas may be at the peak of value creation today, and how different neighborhoods are likely to evolve over the short, mid, and long term. That perspective was invaluable and gave us confidence in every decision. Just as important, Kit listened carefully to our goals and kept the process anchored to our objectives. She never forced a direction or pushed a deal; instead, she guided us with clarity, patience, and honest feedback. Throughout the search, negotiations, and closing, it truly felt like we were on the same team. Communication was consistent, thoughtful, and proactive, and she was always willing to dig in on details so we could make the best choice. We closed on an investment property and had equity on day one—exactly the outcome we were aiming for. It was a genuine pleasure to work with Kit, and we would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy in Raleigh, especially if you value long-term insight and a trusted partner in the process.
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a year ago
Reviewed by Kolt Shuey
Kit Serrell. Kit is amazing to work with. She goes above and beyond to help you find what you are looking for during the home buying process and is extremely informative and observant the whole way through. She will work hard for your best interests and help you tremendously as your agent! Also, a very fun and down-to-earth person, great to work with.
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a year ago
Reviewed by J Lancaster
From Start To Finish We Could Not Be More Pleased. From the beginning, Kit did an outstanding job marketing our home. She recommended a strategic price, produced effective marketing materials, hosted an open house. We received multiple offers within days of listing. Throughout the remainder of the selling process, Kit kept us informed, negotiated on our behalf, and managed the incidentals to complete the sale. I could not be happier with her performance, and I enthusiastically recommend her services. Thank you Kit!
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a year ago
Reviewed by kyle jones
Wonderful agent. We had the pleasure of working with Kit Serrell, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She was fantastic—professional, reliable, and always on time. Her clear communication and trustworthy guidance made the entire process smooth and stress free. She truly had our best interests at heart and went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. If you’re looking for someone who combines expertise with genuine care, look no further! Highly recommend!!
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a year ago
Reviewed by Danielle Church
Trusted Agent, Advisor & Investor. I am grateful to have had the experience of working with Kit. Kit has been a fantastic real estate agent. In addition to working as a an agent, she has also functioned as a fantastic business consultant, real estate investor and short-term rental advisor. That is what has set her miles a part from other agents on the market. A little bit of context - I was looking for someone to advise and support me in making my first short term rental property investment. As an investor herself, Kit has provided tons of advice, spanning a number of areas: the amount of money to invest in a property, the best paint to use, and the property features to look out for. But what is most important for me is that she built a trusted relationship with me. She has taken ownership of the real estate process, such as inspections and suggesting plans b and c when I couldn't find an appraiser. I knew that she would find solutions and be at the property if I had work conflicts. And a key part of her skill set is providing consistent and reliable communication. She says what she thinks and communicates authentically (which I value!). Additionally, her financial background means that she will evaluate the financials and I can trust her to provide sound advice. Long story short, I will 100% be working with Kit in the future. She is already looking at options for me next year, because that is what Kit does! She sees the work and digs in. I am thrilled to recommend her and happy to provide any additional feedback if needed.
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almost 2 years ago
Reviewed by Jacqueline Brown
If you're looking for a real estate agent who is the absolute best at what she does, look no further than Kit! From the very start, she was incredibly responsive and so knowledgeable about the Raleigh/Durham market. As out-of-state buyers, we needed someone we could trust to guide us through the process, and Katherine went above and beyond to make everything seamless. She truly took the time to listen to all our concerns and worked tirelessly to find us the perfect home in the best possible area. As first-time homebuyers pursuing a house hacking strategy, we had a lot of specific needs, and Kit exceeded every expectation. She found us an amazing property that checked all the boxes, and we couldn't be happier. Even after the purchase, she continues to be a fantastic resource for all my questions—her dedication doesn’t stop at closing. Anyone would be so lucky to work with Kit. She brings professionalism, insight, and a genuine passion for helping her clients succeed. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
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a year ago
Reviewed by Drew Alley
A true professional with exceptional market knowledge, communication and professionalism. As a first time homebuyer, Katherine made the process feel like a breeze. Everyone always says that buying a house is stressful, well not with Katherine. She was with me every step of the way and answered any questions I had no matter the time of day. I couldn't imagine having anyone else lead me through the transaction as her knowledge of the real estate market and the corresponding laws/processes was immense and broad. She goes above and beyond to make sure you feel comfortable about the deal you are engaging in. A+++ for Katherine
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a year ago
Reviewed by Wen Chieh Chang
I am a newbie out-of-state investor and purchased my first long-distance investment property with Kit. The process was extremely smooth. She is patient, knowledgeable, and super helpful. I appreciated that she walked me through the RTP areas virtually and shared info on which location would work well as an STR. So, even as someone who's never been to the area, I feel confident making offers. Kit's virtual house showings were exceptional. Leveraging her extensive renovation experience, she accurately assessed necessary updates and non-essential modifications, saving me both time and money. Her dedication to finding cost-effective solutions was truly commendable. I wholeheartedly endorse Kit as an exceptional realtor.
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Shelton Collier
Kit was a phenomenal agent! As an investor, she was able to provide a wealth of knowledge on the area that led to closing a great duplex in a very good area! She goes above and beyond to secure the deal. She has a ton of contacts that will help any investor. We recommend her to anyone looking in North Carolina. Her negotiating skills are unmatched and crucial to our deal. We will buy more properties with her!
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Felix Kollmannthaler
Kit is the full package from start to finish. No matter if investment, multifamily, first time home buyer, she not just knows all the answers, she will find you the best deal, walk you through everything, and goes above and beyond thinking in and outside the box. There is a huge difference between having just an agent and having her as your agent. If you’re looking for houses in Raleigh/Durham I wouldn’t waste my time and contact her before someone else does. It was a great experience doing business with her.
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Michael Chaim
We went through 10 (!) agents before finding Kit, and had a good feeling about her from the start. Little did we know how valuable working with Kit would actually be to us. Her knowledge of the local market, connections, negotiating skills and overall investment mindset are amazing. Equally important is her uncompromising integrity and commitment to finding the exact property we wanted. I highly recommend Kit to anyone buying in NC. We will definitely be buying more properties with her.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Kelsey Jang
Could not recommend Kit more highly!!! From our first phone call together, I knew Kit was going to be the right fit for me. She communicated effectively and in a timely manner, and truly understood what my partner and I were looking for. Her spreadsheet with potential houses and the comments that we could both input live was so efficient and helpful. She worked her butt off and lined up several showings each weekend. I never felt like an inconvenience or that she was trying to make as much money as she could off of me. More than once she recommended not to put offers on houses that were listed too high; I never felt pressured or rushed. Her wealth of knowledge and connections helped make the entire process so smooth, as I used a lender she recommended (shout out to Scott B from Alcova!) who was also phenomenal. I will undoubtedly be using Kit for any and all real estate endeavors in the future, whether that’s long-term or short-term rentals, or buying or selling a house. She is an absolute gem who has set the standard incredibly high for all realtors. I truly cannot emphasize how fantastic Kit is. She is a true professional and she’s going to go very far in this field! Thanks for everything Kit.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Julian Cheng
Kit is super knowledgeable, communicative, and helpful, thank you!! As a first-time, and out-of-state, home buyer, Kit was extremely accomodating and generous with her time. She clearly has tremendous knowledge of the area and used that to help me make the best choice for what I was looking for. The process of working with Kit is straightforward and feels like a tailored experience for the buyer; she was always quick about answering my questions and providing additional context which helped me be more confident that we were making the right choices. Kit keeps your best interest in mind, I wouldn't hesitate to work with her again.
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Mariah Osenga
Best Realtor on the market. As first time home buyers Kit far exceeded our expectations! Multiple people in different phases along the process told us that we had found a great realtor and we agree! From the first time we talked with her we felt confident she was the right realtor for us. Kit explained every step and term in ways that we could understand. She is very knowledgeable of the whole homebuying process and can point out things you might have never thought about. She goes above and beyond and is present at every step/inspection, always a phone call away if you have questions. She is very easy to reach or get in touch with. 100% if we buy or sell another house we will contact her again!
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almost 2 years ago
Reviewed by Jacqueline Brown
If you're looking for a real estate agent who is the absolute best at what she does, look no further than Kit! From the very start, she was incredibly responsive and so knowledgeable about the Raleigh/Durham market. As out-of-state buyers, we needed someone we could trust to guide us through the process, and Katherine went above and beyond to make everything seamless. She truly took the time to listen to all our concerns and worked tirelessly to find us the perfect home in the best possible area. As first-time homebuyers pursuing a house hacking strategy, we had a lot of specific needs, and Kit exceeded every expectation. She found us an amazing property that checked all the boxes, and we couldn't be happier. Even after the purchase, she continues to be a fantastic resource for all my questions—her dedication doesn’t stop at closing. Anyone would be so lucky to work with Kit. She brings professionalism, insight, and a genuine passion for helping her clients succeed. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
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5.0 stars
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Shelton Collier
Kit was a phenomenal agent! As an investor, she was able to provide a wealth of knowledge on the area that led to closing a great duplex in a very good area! She goes above and beyond to secure the deal. She has a ton of contacts that will help any investor. We recommend her to anyone looking in North Carolina. Her negotiating skills are unmatched and crucial to our deal. We will buy more properties with her!
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5.0 stars
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Felix Kollmannthaler
Kit is the full package from start to finish. No matter if investment, multifamily, first time home buyer, she not just knows all the answers, she will find you the best deal, walk you through everything, and goes above and beyond thinking in and outside the box. There is a huge difference between having just an agent and having her as your agent. If you’re looking for houses in Raleigh/Durham I wouldn’t waste my time and contact her before someone else does. It was a great experience doing business with her.
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5.0 stars
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over 2 years ago
Reviewed by Michael Chaim
We went through 10 (!) agents before finding Kit, and had a good feeling about her from the start. Little did we know how valuable working with Kit would actually be to us. Her knowledge of the local market, connections, negotiating skills and overall investment mindset are amazing. Equally important is her uncompromising integrity and commitment to finding the exact property we wanted. I highly recommend Kit to anyone buying in NC. We will definitely be buying more properties with her.
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5.0 stars
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8 months ago
Reviewed by Kayode Ayankoya
Kit Serrel was exceptional from start to finish. She has an unusually deep, practical knowledge of Raleigh and a rare ability to explain where value is flowing—and why. What stood out most is how structurally she approaches the city: helping us clearly understand where *not* to buy, which areas may be at the peak of value creation today, and how different neighborhoods are likely to evolve over the short, mid, and long term. That perspective was invaluable and gave us confidence in every decision. Just as important, Kit listened carefully to our goals and kept the process anchored to our objectives. She never forced a direction or pushed a deal; instead, she guided us with clarity, patience, and honest feedback. Throughout the search, negotiations, and closing, it truly felt like we were on the same team. Communication was consistent, thoughtful, and proactive, and she was always willing to dig in on details so we could make the best choice. We closed on an investment property and had equity on day one—exactly the outcome we were aiming for. It was a genuine pleasure to work with Kit, and we would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy in Raleigh, especially if you value long-term insight and a trusted partner in the process.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Kolt Shuey
Kit Serrell. Kit is amazing to work with. She goes above and beyond to help you find what you are looking for during the home buying process and is extremely informative and observant the whole way through. She will work hard for your best interests and help you tremendously as your agent! Also, a very fun and down-to-earth person, great to work with.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by J Lancaster
From Start To Finish We Could Not Be More Pleased. From the beginning, Kit did an outstanding job marketing our home. She recommended a strategic price, produced effective marketing materials, hosted an open house. We received multiple offers within days of listing. Throughout the remainder of the selling process, Kit kept us informed, negotiated on our behalf, and managed the incidentals to complete the sale. I could not be happier with her performance, and I enthusiastically recommend her services. Thank you Kit!
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by kyle jones
Wonderful agent. We had the pleasure of working with Kit Serrell, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. She was fantastic—professional, reliable, and always on time. Her clear communication and trustworthy guidance made the entire process smooth and stress free. She truly had our best interests at heart and went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. If you’re looking for someone who combines expertise with genuine care, look no further! Highly recommend!!
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Danielle Church
Trusted Agent, Advisor & Investor. I am grateful to have had the experience of working with Kit. Kit has been a fantastic real estate agent. In addition to working as a an agent, she has also functioned as a fantastic business consultant, real estate investor and short-term rental advisor. That is what has set her miles a part from other agents on the market. A little bit of context - I was looking for someone to advise and support me in making my first short term rental property investment. As an investor herself, Kit has provided tons of advice, spanning a number of areas: the amount of money to invest in a property, the best paint to use, and the property features to look out for. But what is most important for me is that she built a trusted relationship with me. She has taken ownership of the real estate process, such as inspections and suggesting plans b and c when I couldn't find an appraiser. I knew that she would find solutions and be at the property if I had work conflicts. And a key part of her skill set is providing consistent and reliable communication. She says what she thinks and communicates authentically (which I value!). Additionally, her financial background means that she will evaluate the financials and I can trust her to provide sound advice. Long story short, I will 100% be working with Kit in the future. She is already looking at options for me next year, because that is what Kit does! She sees the work and digs in. I am thrilled to recommend her and happy to provide any additional feedback if needed.
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Drew Alley
A true professional with exceptional market knowledge, communication and professionalism. As a first time homebuyer, Katherine made the process feel like a breeze. Everyone always says that buying a house is stressful, well not with Katherine. She was with me every step of the way and answered any questions I had no matter the time of day. I couldn't imagine having anyone else lead me through the transaction as her knowledge of the real estate market and the corresponding laws/processes was immense and broad. She goes above and beyond to make sure you feel comfortable about the deal you are engaging in. A+++ for Katherine
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5.0 stars
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a year ago
Reviewed by Wen Chieh Chang
I am a newbie out-of-state investor and purchased my first long-distance investment property with Kit. The process was extremely smooth. She is patient, knowledgeable, and super helpful. I appreciated that she walked me through the RTP areas virtually and shared info on which location would work well as an STR. So, even as someone who's never been to the area, I feel confident making offers. Kit's virtual house showings were exceptional. Leveraging her extensive renovation experience, she accurately assessed necessary updates and non-essential modifications, saving me both time and money. Her dedication to finding cost-effective solutions was truly commendable. I wholeheartedly endorse Kit as an exceptional realtor.
reviewer image
5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Kelsey Jang
Could not recommend Kit more highly!!! From our first phone call together, I knew Kit was going to be the right fit for me. She communicated effectively and in a timely manner, and truly understood what my partner and I were looking for. Her spreadsheet with potential houses and the comments that we could both input live was so efficient and helpful. She worked her butt off and lined up several showings each weekend. I never felt like an inconvenience or that she was trying to make as much money as she could off of me. More than once she recommended not to put offers on houses that were listed too high; I never felt pressured or rushed. Her wealth of knowledge and connections helped make the entire process so smooth, as I used a lender she recommended (shout out to Scott B from Alcova!) who was also phenomenal. I will undoubtedly be using Kit for any and all real estate endeavors in the future, whether that’s long-term or short-term rentals, or buying or selling a house. She is an absolute gem who has set the standard incredibly high for all realtors. I truly cannot emphasize how fantastic Kit is. She is a true professional and she’s going to go very far in this field! Thanks for everything Kit.
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5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Julian Cheng
Kit is super knowledgeable, communicative, and helpful, thank you!! As a first-time, and out-of-state, home buyer, Kit was extremely accomodating and generous with her time. She clearly has tremendous knowledge of the area and used that to help me make the best choice for what I was looking for. The process of working with Kit is straightforward and feels like a tailored experience for the buyer; she was always quick about answering my questions and providing additional context which helped me be more confident that we were making the right choices. Kit keeps your best interest in mind, I wouldn't hesitate to work with her again.
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5.0 stars
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2 years ago
Reviewed by Mariah Osenga
Best Realtor on the market. As first time home buyers Kit far exceeded our expectations! Multiple people in different phases along the process told us that we had found a great realtor and we agree! From the first time we talked with her we felt confident she was the right realtor for us. Kit explained every step and term in ways that we could understand. She is very knowledgeable of the whole homebuying process and can point out things you might have never thought about. She goes above and beyond and is present at every step/inspection, always a phone call away if you have questions. She is very easy to reach or get in touch with. 100% if we buy or sell another house we will contact her again!

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