I remember being four years old, and it was lunchtime in the Kolakowski household. I’d sit my mom down at the kitchen table and produce a hand-drawn (I couldn’t write yet) picture menu with her lunch choices. She could pick from carrots, a peanut butter sandwich, cheese and crackers, or cookies and milk. She would tell me what she wanted. I would then go make it and deliver it back to her, grinning from ear to ear.
Serving has always been in my nature. After graduating from college, I went on to work in the restaurant industry and from there to various sales/negotiation positions in the fitness and race industry. One thing remained consistent—my love for people and the desire to serve them through kindness, truth, and honor. This type of sales technique has earned me awards and accolades throughout my career, as well as the respect and friendship of my peers and clients. I truly take on your real estate goals as if they are my own. My servant attitude may have started young, but it is something that I take great pride in today—serving you with your real estate needs.
Katie moved to Madison after previously living in Colorado and Virginia. She loves the outdoors and in her time off can ideally be found on the water or on the trails. She enjoys painting, cheering for the Packers, and hanging out with her family, boyfriend Dan, and her boxer-lab mix Millie. She is also a big believer of eating ice cream for dinner after a long day.
Testimonials
"I know many real estate agents, and more specifically many excellent agents. When it came to purchase a property, I picked Katie because I witnessed how much she truly cares for her clients and the quality of her work. That level of genuine care is something that cannot be duplicated."
-Mat V. , Client
"Katie Kolakowski is one of a kind! She was with us every step of the way on our journey looking for the right house. She explained the home buying process thoroughly and my partner and I both always felt like she heard our questions and concerns. Katie made the home buying process easier and less stressful. She was always in our corner whenever we had a question or concern and always would respond very promptly. We loved working with her as she is very knowledgeable, proactive, and caring. Katie will have your back every second of the way and I would recommend her for buying or selling your house. We would choose her as our realtor again if ever needed."
-Jaylynn B., Client
"Katie was the easiest, friendliest, and kindest agent to work with. She was super helpful in guiding me through the process of buying my first condo as a single woman. I am grateful for all her help! "
-Maisie S. , Client
"We just closed on our house today and I couldn't write this review quick enough! Katie is EXCEPTIONAL and I couldn't possibly recommend her more. She is a great fit, especially for first-time home buyers like us. Katie is communicative, encouraging, patient, accessible, and consistently 3 steps ahead! She met us where we were at every step of the way and walked us through the emotional highs and lows that come throughout the process. Katie is also very well-liked in the community so was able to connect us with other incredible folks including cleaners, roofers and a mortgage lender. I truly cannot recommend her high enough!"
-Savanna S. , Client
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