# Tara Cardinal > Haven Homes is a two-person, boutique Compass-affiliated real estate team serving northeast Indianapolis and select urban neighborhoods, offering concierge seller and buyer services with premium listing marketing and neighborhood expertise. Boutique concierge service, premium listing marketing, neighborhood authority, Compass distribution, suburban families, lakefront and urban lifestyle buyers ## Agent Bios - [Carly DeFazio - A Compass Real Estate Agent in IN](https://havenhomesindy.com/agents/carly-defazio): Agent profile for Carly DeFazio, co-owner of Haven Homes, offering residential buyer and seller services in Indianapolis. - [Tara Cardinal Indianapolis Real Estate Agent | Compass](https://havenhomesindy.com/agents/tara-cardinal): Agent profile for Tara Cardinal - Indianapolis real estate agent at Haven Homes Real Estate Co. ## Neighborhood Guides - [Broad Ripple Indianapolis Real Estate by Haven Homes](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/broad-ripple): Broad Ripple Indianapolis real estate - neighborhood overview, listings, demographics, and local amenities. - [Butler-Tarkington Real Estate Indianapolis - Discover Luxury Homes](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/butler-tarkington): Butler-Tarkington real estate neighborhood guide and homes for sale in Indianapolis, IN - [Explore Geist Reservoir Real Estate - Luxurious Waterfront Living](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/geist-reservoir): Geist Reservoir real estate - waterfront homes, lifestyle, amenities, and local attractions near Indianapolis. - [Indy Northeast Real Estate - Discover Your Dream Home](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/indy-northeast): Neighborhood guide for Indy Northeast, Indianapolis, IN - housing types, amenities, schools, parks, dining, and activities. - [Carmel Homes for Sale | Neighborhood Guide & Listings](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/carmel): Carmel homes for sale - neighborhood guide and local amenities overview (Carmel, IN) - [Explore Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate - Find Your Dream Home](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/downtown-indianapolis): Downtown Indianapolis real estate - neighborhood guide and property listings in Mile Square and surrounding districts. - [Fishers Real Estate | Luxury Homes & Neighborhood Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/fishers): Neighborhood guide and real estate listings for Fishers, IN - homes for sale, lifestyle, parks, schools, and local amenities. - [Meridian Hills Williams Creek Real Estate Indianapolis - Discover Luxury Living](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/meridian-hills-williams-creek): Meridian Hills / Williams Creek real estate and neighborhood guide in Indianapolis, homes for sale and local lifestyle. - [Meridian-Kessler Real Estate Indianapolis - Discover Your Dream Home](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/meridian-kessler): Meridian-Kessler real estate guide and homes for sale in Indianapolis neighborhood. - [Westfield, IN Real Estate | Explore Luxury Homes Today](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods/westfield): Westfield, IN real estate page showcasing homes for sale, neighborhood info, amenities, and market data. ## Featured Properties - [7669 River Road Unit: 28](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/7669-river-road-unit-28-indianapolis-in-46240-mbr22060115): End-unit 2 bedroom 2 bath condo with pond dock for sale in Indianapolis 46240 near Keystone. - [10913 Pleasantview Drive](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/10913-pleasantview-drive-carmel-in-46033-mbr22060622): Carmel ranch-style 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-story home listing with updated kitchen, sunroom, garage, and fenced yard. - [6854 W Philadelphia Drive](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/6854-w-philadelphia-drive-mc-cordsville-in-46055-mbr22057339): Listing for a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2,035 sqft single-family home for sale in McCordsville, IN. - [5498 Woods Pointe Drive](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/5498-woods-pointe-drive-mc-cordsville-in-46055-mbr22060620): 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home, 2,799 sqft with 3-car garage in Mc Cordsville, IN. - [17101 Rushmore Drive](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/17101-rushmore-drive-westfield-in-46074-mbr22049764): Listing for a 3-bedroom, 3-bath, 1,680 sq ft home at 17101 Rushmore Drive, Westfield, IN. - [5325 Creekbend Drive](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/5325-creekbend-drive-carmel-in-46033-mbr22072262): Listing for a 4-bedroom, 4-bath, 3,266 sqft single-family home in Carmel, IN with finished basement. - [927 Noble Street Unit: 12](https://havenhomesindy.com/properties/927-noble-street-unit-12-indianapolis-in-46203-mbr22070888): Listing for a 2-bed, 2-bath 1,008 sq.ft. historic condo in Fountain Fletcher, Indianapolis, IN 46203. ## Buyer Guides - [Home Buying Guide Indianapolis IN | Haven Homes](https://havenhomesindy.com/buyers-team): Step-by-step first-time home buyer's guide and home buying process for Indianapolis buyers. ## Seller Guides - [Indianapolis Home Seller's Guide | Haven Homes Real Estate](https://havenhomesindy.com/sellers-team): Comprehensive seller's guide detailing step-by-step home selling process in Indianapolis. ## Tools - [Home Valuation Indianapolis | Free Report | Haven Homes](https://havenhomesindy.com/home-valuation): Instant home valuation and accurate home value estimates in Indianapolis - request a CMA or appraisal for precise results. ## Featured Blog Posts - [Home Survey Indiana Broad Ripple | Buyer's Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/home-surveys-101-for-broad-ripple-buyers): Guide to ordering and reading home surveys (boundary, location, ALTA) for Broad Ripple buyers in Indianapolis. - [Property Tax Escrow Meridian-Kessler | Buyer Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/property-tax-escrow-101-for-meridian-kessler-buyers): Guide to property tax escrow, homestead deduction, and escrow estimates for Meridian-Kessler homebuyers (Marion County, IN). - [Title Insurance Indiana Fishers Guide for Homebuyers](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/title-insurance-in-indiana-a-fishers-buyers-guide): Guide to title insurance for home buyers in Fishers, Indiana - what it covers, who pays, endorsements, and closing steps. - [Curb Appeal Tips Indianapolis Buyers Love | Sell Faster](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/6-curb-appeal-tips-indianapolis-buyers-will-love): Curb appeal tips for Indianapolis homeowners to boost first impressions and attract buyers. - [Appraisal vs Inspection Indiana | Meridian-Kessler Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/appraisal-vs-inspection-in-indiana-meridian-kessler-basics): Guide explaining differences between appraisals and inspections for Meridian-Kessler home buyers, including local inspection recommendations. - [Geist Lakefront Lot Orientation: Choose the Best View](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/choosing-lot-orientation-on-geist-reservoir): Guide to choosing lot orientation on Geist Reservoir-sun, wind, coves vs. main-body, docks, permits, and design considerations. - [Basement Finishing Meridian-Kessler: Moisture & Style](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/basement-finishes-in-meridian-kessler-moisture-egress-style): Guide to basement finishing in Meridian-Kessler covering moisture control, egress requirements, radon, and style for historic homes. - [Geist Reservoir HOA and Docks: Rules, Access & Tips](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/buying-on-geist-reservoir-docks-hoas-and-lake-rules): Guide to buying on Geist Reservoir: docks, HOA rules, shoreline approvals, inspections, and lake speed/noise regulations. - [CMA vs Online Estimate Butler-Tarkington Sellers Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/cma-vs-online-estimates-for-butler-tarkington-sellers): Explains why a human-led CMA beats online AVM estimates for accurate Butler-Tarkington home pricing and what sellers should request. - [Meridian-Kessler Family Lifestyle Guide for Young Families](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/everyday-living-in-meridian-kessler-for-young-families): Guide to everyday living in Meridian-Kessler for young families - schools, parks, errands, and home-buying tips. - [First-Time Homebuyer Guide: Broad Ripple, Indianapolis](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/first-time-homebuyer-guide-to-broad-ripple): Guide for first-time homebuyers in Broad Ripple, Indianapolis covering prices, inspections, trails, nightlife, flood risk, and offer strategy. - [Fishers vs Geist Living: Which Lifestyle Fits You?](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/fishers-vs-geist-reservoir-which-lifestyle-fits-you): Compare lifestyles and housing in Fishers, IN vs Geist Reservoir to decide between suburban convenience or lake-oriented living. - [Living Near Grand Park in Westfield Housing Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/living-near-grand-park-in-westfield-a-housing-guide): Housing guide for living near Grand Park in Westfield: housing options, prices, traffic, trails, schools, and buying tips. - [Meridian-Kessler vs Butler-Tarkington: Indy Homebuyer Guide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/meridian-kessler-vs-butler-tarkington-for-homebuyers): Comparison guide for homebuyers choosing between Meridian-Kessler and Butler-Tarkington neighborhoods in Indianapolis. - [New Construction vs. Resale in Carmel, IN: How to Decide](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/new-construction-or-resale-home-in-carmel): Guide comparing new construction vs resale homes in Carmel, IN - timeline, HOAs, schools, financing, and neighborhood tradeoffs. - [What Is PMI in Indiana? Guide for Carmel Home Buyers](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog/pmi-explained-how-it-works-for-carmel-buyers): Guide for Carmel home buyers explaining private mortgage insurance (PMI), costs, removal, and local strategies (Carmel, IN). ## Testimonials - [Testimonials & Success Stories | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/testimonials): Client testimonials and success stories for Tara Cardinal / Haven Homes real estate in Indianapolis. ## Core Pages - [Indianapolis Real Estate Experts - Discover Your Dream Home](https://havenhomesindy.com/): Haven Homes Indy - boutique Indianapolis real estate team helping buyers and sellers with home search, valuation, and neighborhood guides. ## Other Pages - [404 Page Not Found | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/404): 404 page for Haven Homes Indy real estate site - contact info and links to home search and resources. - [Get in Touch with Us Today | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/contact): Contact page for Haven Homes Real Estate Co. in Indianapolis - get in touch with Tara Cardinal for buying/selling inquiries. - [Haven Homes Real Estate Co. | Home Search](https://havenhomesindy.com/home-search/listings): Real estate listings page for homes and properties for sale in Indianapolis (search/listings). - [Explore Indiana Neighborhoods | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/neighborhoods): Neighborhood guides and local living information for Indianapolis-area communities. - [Indiana Community Blog | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/blog): Blog with real estate insights, market updates, and neighborhood guides for Indianapolis, Indiana. - [seller intake form Indianapolis](https://havenhomesindy.com/sellerintake): Seller intake form / new seller client contact page for selling homes in Indianapolis - [Meet Haven Homes Real Estate Co. | Real Estate Experts](https://havenhomesindy.com/team): Team page for Haven Homes Real Estate Co. showcasing agents and services in Indianapolis, IN - [Relocating to Indianapolis](https://havenhomesindy.com/relocating): Relocation guide and services for moving to Indianapolis with neighborhood, schools, and local vendor support. - [Compass Concierge | Haven Homes Real Estate Co. | Indiana Real Estate](https://havenhomesindy.com/compass-concierge): Page promoting Compass Concierge program to help Indiana sellers renovate and stage homes to sell faster and for higher prices. - [Indiana Home Buying Seminar | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/home-buying-seminar): Landing page for a home buying seminar in Indianapolis/Indiana offering guidance on the home purchase process and financing. - [new buyer clients Indianapolis](https://havenhomesindy.com/new-clients): Contact form page for new buyer and seller clients with focus on new buyer clients in Indianapolis - [Privacy Policy | Haven Homes Real Estate Co.](https://havenhomesindy.com/terms-and-conditions): Privacy policy and terms for Haven Homes Real Estate site, explaining data collection, use, and user rights.