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Thoughtful real estate, shaped by design.

Real estate guidance with a designer’s eye.

Helping clients buy and sell homes with clarity, intention, and a deep understanding of how design impacts value and lifestyle.
A complimentary consultation to explore your options.
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Clear decisions. Confident moves

Preparation, presentation, and guidance you can trust.

Selling a Home

A calm, guided approach from start to finish

Design-informed preparation

Strategic pricingand marketing

Professional photography and presentation

Negotiation and contract support

Guidance through closing

Buying a Home

Clear strategy, honest guidance, confident decisions

First-time buyers

Move-up and family buyers

Calm, steady support

Strategic, market-focused guidance

The Realtor + Designer Advantage

Most agents focus only on selling homes. I focus on how homes feel and how that impacts value.

My background in design allows me to guide clients toward updates and presentation choices that matter most, helping homes show better, sell for more money, and sell with confidence.

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About Sara Smith

With over 20 years of experience in home design and licensed in real estate since 2009, my work blends strategic real estate guidance with a designer’s perspective, helping clients make informed decisions whether they’re buying a home or preparing one to sell.
 
As a Realtor, I guide clients through every step of the process with clarity, strategy, and honest communication. As a designer, I focus on how a home feels and functions and how those details influence value, presentation, and market performance.
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As a Listing Specialist, I help homeowners understand where to focus their time and energy by offering practical design guidance, preparation advice, and a clear pricing and marketing strategy. My goal is to help homes show better, sell faster, for more money, and sell with confidence without overwhelm.
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I believe the process of buying or selling a home should feel effortless and well-guided. Every client and every home is approached with care, discretion, and thoughtful attention to detail.

What Sets Me Apart

Clear strategy. Consistent support.

Design-informed preparation

Homes are thoughtfully prepared and positioned to highlight what matters most, creating strong appeal from the start.

Calm, guided process

Clear communication and steady guidance ensure a supportive, stress-free experience from beginning to end.

Strategic pricing + presentation

Market insight and experience guide intentional pricing and presentation to attract the right buyers.

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Ready to Get Started?

If you’re feeling uncertain about next steps—selling, moving, or design choices that matter long-term—it helps to start with a conversation. I approach these moments thoughtfully, offering guidance so you can move forward with confidence.

This little gal is amazing! We sold a rental home that was overwhelmingly filthy and definitely needed some tlc. It was too much for me to fathom getting ready for sale. It literally had me so anxious that I just wanted to run. Sara came in and said, "we'll have this ready in a week." She got on the phone, arranged a painter, ordered carpet, brought in her own staging furniture, curtains, and decorations, and voila! It was on the market! Thank you, Sara, for such an awesome job!

-Repeat Client

Planning Your Next Move

Clear, helpful guides and next steps to support you as you move forward.

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Sellers Guide

From preparation to closing, this guide covers every step. Learn what to expect and how to prepare to sell with confidence.

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Buyers Guide

A step-by-step guide to buying a home, covering the process, key decisions, and what to know before making a move.

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Home Evaluation

Your home’s value is more than numbers. This complimentary evaluation combines market data with a designer’s perspective.

Prefer to talk it through first? 

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Ready to get started?

Whether you’re buying, selling, or just exploring options, I’m here to help you move forward with clarity.

Schedule A Consultation

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Indianapolis, IN  • designer@sarasmithrealtor.com
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