Hi, I’m Kristin(and real estate hung up on me)

Years ago, my husband and I were selling our custom home, and our listing agent, a broker with HelpUSell Real Estate, called to check in. Somewhere in that conversation, she decided she’d heard enough. She told me to call a number, sign up for the real estate agent course, use a specific code, and that she’d be calling me back in 30 minutes to make sure I did it.

Then she hung up on me.

So I made the call. Nearly a year later, I was licensed and working for her. Eight years later, I’m still grateful she didn’t take “maybe” for an answer.

Real estate never stands still, and neither do I. When I realized our franchise wasn’t giving agents the tools and support we needed to keep up, I made the move to eXp Realty. Same me, bigger toolbox.

Let’s be honest: the chocolate chip cookies at open houses are a perk. But what really keeps me going is the people. I love meeting new faces, and nothing beats watching someone hold the keys to a home that’s finally theirs.

I’m also a total floor plan nerd. Every home I walk into has a layout I’ve never seen before, and I’m quietly taking notes for my own home.

They say working with family is tricky. I say I can work with anyone.

When my cousin and her family were moving to a nearby town to continue their ministry and pastoral work, I listed their home and sold it quickly, then found them a beautiful new place in a gated community.

Then came the follow-up request: could I also sell her husband’s mother’s home and find her a new one in that same gated community? Preferably on the same street, if at all possible.

About a month after my cousin’s family closed, I found it. Not just on the same street.

Next door. Next. Freaking. Door.

I still can’t believe I got to make that wish come true for such a special family. Moments like that are exactly why I do this.

Long before I sold houses, I was rearranging them. As a little girl, I’d go to Grandma’s house and clean and rearrange her knick-knacks (and trust me, she had a ton) until everything looked just right. That never stopped. My own home, friends’ homes, anyone who lets me help decorate: I’m there.

My style? Chic, simple, modern farmhouse. Neutrals, warm woods, clean lines.

And here’s my hot take: I love white. No, it’s not stale, and no, it doesn’t have to feel like a hospital. There are so many soft whites out there that give you a calm base, so your fixtures and furnishings can bring the color.

This isn’t just a hobby. It’s a big part of how I help clients. I can walk into a home that feels closed in or has a downright terrible layout and show you what it could be: a bigger kitchen, a smarter flow, or a budget-friendly fix like opening up a living room wall, adding a larger window, or swapping in a bigger door. Seeing a home’s potential is half the battle, and it’s my favorite part.

Real estate isn’t always easy, and trusting your agent is everything. I work hard for everyone involved, and I’ll always put your interests before all else.

If you ask my past clients, they’ll tell you I’m an easy listener, easy to work with, and always available. (I’ll take it.)

Let’s be real, I’m always selling. But when I’m not out showing homes, you’ll find me at a baseball field, cheering at a school game, or enjoying life on our walnut acreage with my family.

I’m supported by my husband of 23 years and our kids, Macee, Ava, and Dylan. My best friend? My mama.

The people closest to me call me Krissy. My late dad, who passed away this March, always called me BooBoo, and now there’s a brand-new kitten at my mom’s home carrying the name.

On a lighter note, I’ll confess something: I’m not a coffee girl. (I know, I know.) My fuel of choice is asada tacos from Cisneros, a hidden gem on the south side of town. If you know, you know.

If my life had a theme song, it’d be “They Grow Up Too Fast” by Jimmy Charles. Nobody prepares you for how quickly this life goes, especially watching your kids grow up.

My goal is simple: I want you to feel like you already know me. So reach out, even if you’re not buying or selling. Got a question? Need advice? Want a taco recommendation? I’m your girl.

And if you are ready to buy or sell? Even better.