Connie Hartke - Realtor

06/20/2026

Thank you to my friend Lisa Sechrest for posting this today.
https://www.facebook.com/reel/27158042673857381

06/19/2026

Today we honor Juneteenth — a day to celebrate freedom, resilience, and the progress still being made toward true equality for all.

In real estate, we're reminded that homeownership has long been one of the most powerful paths to stability and generational wealth — and that this path hasn't always been equally open to everyone. On this day, we recommit to making the dream of homeownership accessible and welcoming to every family we serve, including the first-time buyers, downsizing families, and military families who trust us with one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Juneteenth. 🤎

06/11/2026

Today I had the honor of attending the Retirement Ceremony of my friend Captain (now Retired) Jay Ramsey. The accolades this man received from people who had served under/over/and beside him for the past 25 years were amazing. He was described by so many as a leader, inspiration, rock star, genuinely caring about his people. People who served with him long ago came from all around the country (and an active duty Captain who came back from overseas) to be part of this. It is clear to me that he is a man who pulls a team together and inspires them to be their best.

He is an exceptional human. I'm so blessed to know Jay and Katie, who have served our country for over 25 years (Katie and their children very much get credit also).

06/09/2026

🌊 Dreaming of lakefront living in Reston?
Now available to tour for qualified applicants: a beautifully furnished executive rental with Lake Audubon views and access, offering the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and waterfront lifestyle.
📍 11286 Spyglass Cove Lane, Reston, VA

This stunning contemporary home features:
🏡 4 Bedrooms
🛁 3 Bathrooms
📐 2,773 Square Feet
🌅 100' Deck
🚣 Lake Audubon Views & Lake Access
🛋️ Fully Furnished
📅 Available August 2026

💲 $8,500 per month
Rent includes:
✔️ All utilities (except internet)
✔️ Professional landscaping
✔️ Snow removal

Whether you're relocating, between homes, or simply looking for an exceptional furnished rental, this property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy lake living in one of Reston's most desirable waterfront communities.

Scan the QR code in the image for additional details and photos, or contact me directly for more information or a private tour.
📞 571-205-8874
📧 [email protected]

06/03/2026

Fully furnished home in south Reston with Lake Audubon access and views. Who do you know that needs to move to the area for a year or so to get a feel for the area before they purchase? More details online:
https://matrix.brightmls.com/Matrix/Public/Portal.aspx?ID=53720509875

05/27/2026

One of our favorite annual events is the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Semifinals take place today; the winner will be crowned tomorrow, winning $52.5K. Watch tonight and May 28th at 8 p.m. on ion (a free channel).

The competition dates back to 1925, when 11-year-old Frank Neuhauser spelled gladiolus—a type of flower—correctly. Since then, 111 champions have been crowned, owing to several two-way ties and an eight-way tie in 2019 (some competitions were skipped during World War II and the COVID-19 pandemic). All contestants must be younger than 15 and in eighth grade or below. Since 2003, the pronouncer has been 1980 winner Jacques Bailly, who makes eye contact with contestants and practices each word beforehand.

who will bee our next champion? 247 spelling bee champions from across the country will compete for the Scripps Cup this year. Who will earn the title of Champion? Watch the two-night special event on ION,May 27 & 28 at 8/7c how to watch Television Schedule preliminaries Tuesday, May 26 8 a.m. - 3 ...

05/24/2026

An annual event on Memorial weekend Sunday: the Reston Masters JMLS Lake Swim! I am part of the water safety team.

https://runsignup.com/jmls

05/12/2026

Quite a banner week and it's only Tuesday! After this closing yesterday at MBH Settlement Group with my clients, I went on to ratify a contract last night on another home.

05/08/2026

My National Realty colleague and my high school senior intern learned so much yesterday at the Education Day hosted by MBH Settlement Group on the subjects of transactional red flags, contracts and some interesting AI tools for real estate.