Mari Kelly Realtor

05/30/2026

If you're selling a condo or townhouse, your HOA's master insurance policy isn't just paperwork; it's the thing that can quietly kill a deal weeks into the process if the coverage falls short of what lenders require. 📋 Before you list, request your HOA's master policy, current budget, and reserve funding details, because lenders will, and finding out there's a problem mid-transaction is far more costly than catching it early. 🏢 A quick email to your HOA board today could save your closing date later. 🔑

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05/26/2026

Before you lock up and head out for your summer trip, shutting off the main water supply, switching your water heater to vacation mode, and checking your sump pump takes less than 10 minutes, and could save you thousands in water damage while you're gone. 🧳 Most leaks don't announce themselves; they quietly run for days through a worn-out fitting or supply line behind a toilet while no one's home to catch it. 🚿 A little prep before you leave is the cheapest home insurance you'll ever give yourself. 🏠

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05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to pause, reflect, and honor the men and women who gave everything so we could have the lives we live today. 🇺🇸 Beyond the barbecues and long weekends, it's worth taking a moment to remember that this holiday carries real weight and real meaning. 🕊️ Wishing everyone a safe, meaningful, and grateful Memorial Day weekend. 💙 ❤️ 🤍

05/23/2026

In a world of AI-touched photos, virtual tours, and digital listings, nothing replaces the moment a buyer walks into an open house and sees three other couples doing the same thing - that live, visible competition is what turns interest into offers. 🏡 Skipping an open house, even in a hot market, means skipping one of the most powerful psychological triggers in the selling process. 🔑 Stage it well, market it like an event, and give buyers everything they need to say yes on the spot. 📋

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05/18/2026

Irish moss lawns are having a moment in 2026 - lush, mower-free, and undeniably charming with their tiny white spring blooms — but they're not the effortless swap most homeowners expect. 🌿 Before you ditch the grass, know that this ground cover demands consistent watering, regular hand-weeding, and a lot of patience before it fully takes over your yard. 🏡 It's a beautiful long game, but only the right yard and the right homeowner will truly get to enjoy it. ☀️

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05/16/2026

Fixer-uppers look a lot more glamorous on TV than they do when you're three months over schedule, $60,000 over budget, and still living in a construction zone. 🏚️ The real math isn't just purchase price, it's purchase price, plus full renovation costs, plus a 20% contingency buffer, all compared against what comparable homes in that neighborhood are actually selling for after renovation. 📊 If those numbers are too close together before a single wall comes down, you're not building equity, you're just taking on risk. 🔑

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05/11/2026

Summer is closer than you think, and your home may not be ready for it - here are 9 ways to weatherize before the heat (and the contractor waitlists) hit. 🏠

1. Seal windows and doors
2. Change dirty filters
3. Schedule a full AC tune-up
4. Clear and clean the outdoor unit
5. Check vents and returns for blocked airflow
6. Insulate your attic
7. Invest in blackout curtains
8. Seal air ducts
9. Test the thermostat and cooling mode

Tackling even a few of these now means a cooler, more energy-efficient home all season long — without the stress of scrambling mid-July. ☀️❄️

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05/10/2026

To every mom who made the house a home, the hard days bearable, and the ordinary moments unforgettable, today is yours, and every day should be. 🌸 Whether she's celebrated with brunch, flowers, or simply a long overdue phone call, what matters most is that she knows she's appreciated. 🥂

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there. 🤍

05/09/2026

The housing market is shifting — 8 of the 50 largest U.S. metros have already tipped into buyer's market territory, and 23 more are loosening, meaning more inventory, longer days on market, and real room to negotiate for the first time in nearly a decade. 🏡 But here's the thing: national headlines don't tell the whole story, because whether you have leverage right now depends entirely on your local market, price point, and property type. 📊 If you've been waiting for the right moment to make a move, knowing your specific market is everything. 🔑

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05/06/2026

Grab your clubs and head to Fredericksburg Country Club on May 14th for a great afternoon of golf that actually matters: the Fredericksburg SPCA's Annual Golf Tournament raises funds for animals in need, and spots are filling up fast. ⛳ From 1:00 to 6:30 PM, you'll get to putt for a mutt alongside friends and colleagues while supporting one of the most worthwhile causes around. 🐾 Don't wait to secure your spot - this one sells out! 🏌️

Learn more about the event here: https://bit.ly/4toWvEO

Join the Fredericksburg SPCA on May 14 at 1:00 PM and spend the afternoon playing golf with friends and colleagues, all FORE! the Animals.