Kelli Tutsie, Realtor

06/03/2026

🚴‍♀️ Happy World Bicycling Day! 🚴‍♀️

I won't pretend every workout is easy... Can you tell by the look on my face? lol 😅

But whether you're cycling through your neighborhood, hitting a trail, or pedaling away on a stationary bike, every mile, every minute, and every effort counts.

Here's to staying active, having fun, and reminding ourselves that progress doesn't have to be perfect. Just keep moving forward. 💜

How do you like to ride—outdoors or indoors?

06/02/2026

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Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

Today’s smaller single-family homes and condos have more going for them than the square footage suggests. They can give your budget some breathing room and put you in a community designed with lifestyle in mind.

Curious about the options in our area? Let's connect.

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

06/01/2026

Getting dressed for today's forecast: "cloudy with a chance of sunshine." 😄

Do I need the umbrella? The sunglasses? The raincoat? The cardigan?

At this point, I'm thinking the answer is... yes. ☀️🌦️⛈️😂

05/31/2026

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The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

Life changes. Priorities shift. Families grow. Kids move out. Careers evolve. And eventually, the house you’re in may stop fitting the life you’re living.

If that’s been weighing on you lately, let’s talk through what your options could realistically look like today, no matter where rates or prices are.

Life can’t always wait for perfect market conditions. Maybe you don’t have to either.

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

05/29/2026

Voting is one of the simplest ways we can help shape our communities. Today I did my part. If you haven't voted yet, make a plan and make your voice heard. 🇺🇸

05/28/2026

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The Truth About Affordability Today

Yes, rates have been volatile, and global instability is keeping them from settling down anytime soon. There’s no sugar coating that. But the full picture of affordability is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.

Want to run the real numbers for your situation? Let's talk. Reach out and let's set up a quick, no-pressure conversation.

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

05/26/2026

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What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

VA home loans can put homeownership within reach, and a trusted lender can help make sure you understand the details before you move forward. If you’re active duty, you’ve served, or know someone who has, connect with a trusted lender who can walk you through whether you’d qualify and what the VA benefit offers. You may be able to buy a home sooner than you thought.

Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

05/26/2026

Rainy day + coffee + catching up with clients after the Memorial Day weekend. ☕🌧️💻

A little slower pace today, but still checking in, answering questions, and helping people plan their next move. ❤️

05/25/2026

Today is about remembrance, gratitude, and honoring the heroes who gave their lives for our freedom. 🇺🇸

I’ve had the privilege of working with many military families over the years, and Memorial Day always carries special meaning.

May we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙

05/24/2026

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Record High Mortgage Debt Sounds Scary. Here’s What the Headlines Leave Out.

Record mortgage debt makes for a scary headline. But context matters.

Equity is near an all-time high, home values have surged, and the vast majority of homeowners are in a position of real financial strength. The conditions that made 2008 a crisis simply don't exist right now.

If you're wondering what all of this means for your situation, whether you're thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of the market, reach out anytime. No pressure, just answers.

You may have seen the headlines lately about mortgage debt in America hitting a record high.