Kelsiann Lohman, Realtor with Century 21 Signature Real Estate

Kelsiann Lohman, Realtor with Century 21 Signature Real Estate Licensed in the state of Iowa. Each office is independently owned and operated.

07/14/2026

3 years ago, if you told me I’d leave teaching, build a real estate business from home, and spend my days raising two little ones while helping other families buy and sell homes… I probably wouldn’t have believed you.

Leaving a “safe” career was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made.

But it also gave me something I was craving: freedom.

Freedom to be there for the little moments.
Freedom to build a business I’m genuinely proud of.
Freedom to create a life that feels aligned with who I am.

This isn’t to say one path is better than another. It’s just proof that sometimes the scariest decisions end up becoming the best ones.

If you’re in a season where you’re wondering if it’s time for a change, this is your reminder that it’s okay to build a life that looks different than everyone else’s. 🤍

07/13/2026

There are few calls better than hearing, “that’s the one.” 🏡✨

After the tours, questions, second-guessing, and comparing options, that moment when a buyer confidently says “Let’s write the offer” never gets old.

Now comes the fun part—working to get them to the closing table. 🤍

07/07/2026

One thing I’ve learned after helping clients through many negotiations is this:

A counteroffer can feel personal… but it almost never is.

Whether you’re buying or selling, it’s easy to feel discouraged when the other party doesn’t accept your offer exactly as written. Sometimes it can feel like they’re rejecting you or your home. In reality, a counteroffer is simply part of the negotiation process.

In fact, it’s often a good sign. It usually means both parties are interested in reaching an agreement—they just need to work through the details.

This is one of the biggest reasons having an experienced REALTOR® matters. Negotiations involve so much more than just the purchase price. Depending on the situation, we can negotiate closing costs, repair requests, seller credits, possession dates, timelines, contingencies, and other terms that help move the transaction forward.

My role is to help you keep emotions from driving the decision, explain your options, and develop a strategy that protects your best interests. Sometimes the best move is to stand firm. Other times, it’s worth giving a little to gain a lot.

Real estate is emotional—it’s one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. Having someone in your corner who has navigated these conversations many times can make all the difference.

If you’re thinking about buying or selling and have questions about the negotiation process, I’d love to help.

06/30/2026

New spot to check out in Johnston 👀🍔🍹

If you’re looking for a place to grab dinner, drinks, or hang out on a rooftop patio, be sure to check out Zeke’s Rooftop & Grill. Definitely worth adding to your summer list! ☀️

06/25/2026

Today we officially said goodbye to our first home together.

When Jack and I bought 307 Dotson, we thought it was our starter home. Looking back now, it’s hard to believe everything that happened within those walls.

It was where we learned how to be homeowners. Where Luna grew up alongside us and became a big sister. Where we brought our first baby home from the hospital. Where we celebrated birthdays, Christmas mornings, and countless family gatherings.

As I was putting together old photos and videos today, I found myself getting emotional over moments I had almost forgotten about. The everyday things. Holding our babies in the living room. Watching our daughter experience things for the first time.

None of those memories felt monumental at the time, but together they became our life.

As a realtor, I talk every day about homes, neighborhoods, bedrooms, square footage, and equity. But selling our own home has reminded me why I love what I do.

A house is one of the few places that gets to witness an entire season of your life. It quietly holds your biggest celebrations, your hardest days, and all the little moments in between.

This house gave us so much more than a place to live. It gave us a place to grow.

We’ll always be grateful for the memories we made here and excited for the family who gets to make their own.

Thank you, 307 Dotson, for being the backdrop to such a beautiful chapter of our lives. ❤️

06/23/2026

Everyone wants a basement that looks like it was poured yesterday, but many homes in Iowa are 100+ years old.

A stone or brick foundation basement isn’t automatically a red flag just because it has some character. In fact, these old basements have already done something pretty impressive—they’ve stood the test of time for a century or more.

When I walk through an older home, I’m looking for signs of movement, structural concerns, water intrusion (this one had), and maintenance issues—not whether the basement looks Instagram-worthy.

A 100-year-old basement is allowed to look 100 years old. 😉

06/10/2026

Okay moms, be honest 👀

Which would you choose?

☕ The sunny kitchen coffee spot
📖 The little hideaway nook
🌿 The front porch
🔥 The backyard deck

I toured this Boone home today and immediately started picking out all the places I’d disappear to for five minutes of peace and quiet 😆

Tell me your pick below ⬇️

📍521 Tama St, Boone

06/09/2026

Farmer’s daughter approved. 🌽

West Forty Market in Ankeny is packed with Iowa-grown, Iowa-raised, and Iowa-made products. I stopped in and left with some locally raised beef.

Save this Iowa gem for later!

06/08/2026

The things I’ve asked Jack to help me with since becoming a realtor 😂 My clients needed this couch gone before closing, the buyers didn’t want it, and getting it out without damaging the walls wasn’t happening. So… drastic measures were taken. Grateful for a husband who’s always willing to help when duty calls. ❤️

06/03/2026

A little peek inside this closing gift basket. 🏡❤️

A cozy blanket, candle, coasters, gift cards to some favorite local spots, and a custom watercolor painting of a home filled with more than 30 years of memories.

Every closing gift looks a little different because every client and every story is different. That’s one of the things I love most about what I do.

Congratulations on closing day and the start of your next adventure. 🎉

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Ames, IA
50010

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+16414857823

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