Montgomery Home Team Joins PLACE to Scale Growth and Empower Agents
“This partnership is about setting up the next chapter of my career, ensuring my team has everything they need to succeed, and creating opportunities for long-term success.”
Kari Montgomery is now powered by PLACE, leveraging proven systems, mentorship, and operational support to expand opportunities, streamline operations, and prepare for long-term success.
PUYALLUP, Wash., JULY 2025 — PLACE, the real estate industry’s only all-in-one business services and technology platform for top teams at any brokerage, announced today that Kari Montgomery and the Montgomery Home Team are now powered by PLACE. PLACE improves profitability and production to make running a real estate business easier.
Kari Montgomery, owner and operator of the Montgomery Home Team, previously the Kari Montgomery Home Team, has built a thriving real estate business serving Pierce, King, and Thurston Counties in Washington state. With more than 1,100 lifetime transactions, she has consistently ranked among the top-producing brokers in her market, helping clients navigate complex real estate decisions while specializing in estate sales and downsizing.
Kari entered the real estate industry in 1998, inspired by her first investment property purchase. Her early experiences as an investor ignited a passion for real estate, and she quickly realized that she wanted to guide others through the buying, selling, and investing process. Over the years, she has built a reputation for her deep market knowledge, client-first approach, and dedication to long-term wealth building.
As her business grew, she recognized the importance of leverage and scalability. She began by adding administrative support and later expanded her team with buyer’s agents and transaction coordination. In 2024, Kari became intentional about growth, hiring an operations manager to help refine her systems and create efficiencies. “For years, I focused on production, but when I hired an operations manager, I realized the impact of structure and leverage,” she said. “It completely shifted my perspective on what’s possible.”
Now, as she looks ahead to the next phase of her career, PLACE provides the strategic support to scale sustainably while positioning her team for long-term success. “I’m within five to ten years of retirement, and I wanted a partnership that allows me to step back gradually while ensuring my team has the training and tools to thrive,” Kari said. “PLACE provides the leverage I need to grow while preparing for the future.”
PLACE’s proven systems, business infrastructure, and agent training programs will allow Kari’s team to grow strategically and improve performance at every level. “I’m excited to watch my team gain the knowledge and confidence to produce more while delivering the best possible service to our clients,” she shared. “With PLACE, they have access to top-tier tools and education that will take them to the next level.”
“Kari has built a powerful business rooted in knowledge, service, and long-term strategy,” said Ben Kinney, co-founder of PLACE. “Her expertise as an investor and leader makes her a valuable addition to PLACE, and we’re excited to support her as she scales and empowers her team for the future.”
“Kari’s decision to partner with PLACE reflects her commitment to growth, both for herself and her team,” said Chris Suarez, co-founder of PLACE. “With PLACE’s structure and systems, she is setting up a path for her agents to thrive while building a business that aligns with her vision for the future.”
Through this partnership, the Montgomery Home Team is positioned to expand its market presence, develop top talent, and continue delivering unparalleled client service. “I love mentoring agents and teaching about investing and wealth management,” Kari said. “With PLACE, I have the leverage to focus on what I love while watching my team grow and succeed.”
