Katrina Whatley - Upstate Life & Listings

04/07/2026

Albany just celebrated the opening of a brand new apartment building on Center Street — and I am HERE for it. 🏘️ More housing = more options for families and first-time buyers. When cities invest in housing development, it lifts the entire market and gives more people a real shot at homeownership. This is the kind of community-forward thinking that makes the Capital Region such a great place to put down roots. What do y'all think — is Albany heading in the right direction when it comes to housing? 👇

04/04/2026

Y'all, if you're looking for something magical to do with your family tomorrow, Indian Ladder Farms is hosting their Easter Brunch & Egg Hunt and it is the CUTEST thing in the Capital Region! 🐣🌸 We're talking a gorgeous farm setting, a delicious brunch, and an egg hunt the little ones will be talking about for weeks. Reservations are highly recommended — so don't wait! This is the kind of local gem that makes living in Upstate NY so special. 🥚☀️ Head to indianladderfarms.com to grab your spots before they're gone! Tag your Easter crew below! 👇

03/24/2026

My real estate life is a tale of two regions:

North Texas energy and Upstate New York charm.

I work full‑time in both markets, helping people find homes that truly match their lifestyle — whether that’s sunshine and brisket or four seasons and river views.

And because I live and work in both states, I also specialize in relocation. If you’re moving to Texas, to New York, or between the two, I can help you navigate everything from neighborhoods and lifestyle fit to market differences and expectations.

Curious about either market — or considering a move between them — I’m your Go-To agent for both worlds!

03/23/2026

03/23/2026

This is going to be fab, y'all!

37th Annual Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo! There’s something about being surrounded by beautiful plants and creative gardens that makes me want to embrace my inner plant parent. I’m eager to gather inspiration, check out some amazing displays, and (let’s be honest) snap a ton of pictures.

If you spot someone debating the merits of succulents vs. tulips, that’s probably me. Bring on the flowers, the fun, and a new houseplant or two. ❤

The Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo is March 27-29, 2026, at Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, NY.

03/15/2026

𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗲𝗯 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 📈

The highlights:

𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻'𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝘆: The average sale price hit 𝟯𝟵𝟲,𝟱𝟵𝟳 (𝘂𝗽 𝟴.𝟱%). Your house is officially more expensive than it was last year. 💰 Congrats!

𝗧𝗵𝗲 $𝟱𝟬𝟬𝗸+ 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗯: High-end homes are having a moment, with sales up 𝟴%. 🏰

𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸: The median time on market is holding at 𝟮𝟭 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀.

𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: With an absorption rate of 𝟭.𝟴𝟳, we're still firmly in a seller’s market. 🏗️

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲-𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲: Values are up and the pace is brisk. If you’re thinking of selling, the numbers are on your side. If you’re buying, make sure you and your real estate agent (ahem...me 🙂 double knot the laces on those sneakers! 🏃‍♂️

Curious what this means for your specific neighborhood? 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲. No pressure, just the facts. 📩

Happy Sunday, y'all!