Katie Lawrence is a seasoned traveler and has business relocated 18 times. Technically, it was 17 relocations due to business that ultimately brought Katie and her family to Rye City. The attraction was immediate however and the 18th move was actually within Rye City as they settled into their current home.

During her 38+  years as a real estate broker, Katie has shared her personal insights with home buyers and sellers as a relocation specialist. She carefully guides clients through all aspects of the home buying process while providing access to the area's preeminent attorneys, architects and even moving companies.

Through her own experience she has the empathy and skills to make their transition a smooth one. Her ability to see Rye City through the eyes of a newcomer provides clients with a wealth of information before they move to the area. She is well versed also about the various programs offered by the area's private and public school systems.

Notably, Katie transacted the sale of the original Rye City Harbor Captain's House, a property which can be found on historical maps of Rye City. She also served as the listing agent for the oldest home in Westchester County, the historic Timothy Knapp House.

Having traveled extensively and lived in Bangkok and Hong Kong, Katie has a heightened awareness of the diverse cultures of many countries and understands her international clients' needs when it comes to living outside of their native countries. She works closely with many international clients to translate their unique needs into the appropriate Rye City home.

Katie loves living in Rye and believes in supporting the community that has given her so much. In addition to being active with her church she was ordained in 2010 as a deacon of the Episcopal Church. Katie also volunteers with Habitat for Humanity, is currently on the board of Meals On Wheels for the Rye City area, is a driver for SPRYE and is past president of a large group that participates in the Midnight Run to supply food for the homeless in New York City. She is a member of Rye Womens Interfaith and the Women's Club of Rye.