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Karl Svendsen is a graduate of Radford University with degrees in both Criminal Justice and Accounting. Karl began his mortgage career in 2016 and quickly became a key player in the industry by providing borrowers full control of their mortgage options and finding creative ways to provide solutions to his clients.Read more

Karl Svendsen is a graduate of Radford University with degrees in both Criminal Justice and Accounting. Karl began his mortgage career in 2016 and quickly became a key player in the industry by providing borrowers full control of their mortgage options and finding creative ways to provide solutions to his clients. By combining in-house processing and underwriting with communication that is the best in the business, you will experience a one-of-a-kind mortgage process whether buying or refinancing. 

Karl is a Sales Manager working out of our Arlington, Virginia office. Karl’s previous mortgage experience has helped with training and development for Loan Officers and other team members. Karl brings unmatched passion and intensity to every transaction to achieve the best overall customer experience. 

In his free time, Karl loves playing basketball, watching sports (go Giants & Caps!), going snowboarding and visiting the local dog parks with his husky. Having lived in many different cities in Northern Virginia, Karl knows a lot about the DMV community and will be a trusted resource that will bring significant value on your home purchase or refinance! 

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4.87 (539 reviews)
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Karl made the process an easy one! His team really know what they are doing. Their experience truly made the process super simple. Thanks!!
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Elias

Mar 11, 2026

Fayetteville, NC

Karl and his team were integral in helping get this to allow my client to purchase this home. It's nice knowing him and his team ensure nothing falls through the cracks, and his teammate Colleen was awesome as well in this transaction. I appreciate that their hands on and communicating with the listing agent with me as needed, and that not only are they happy to, but they're great communicators in the process.
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Nora

Mar 6, 2026

Columbia, MD

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