Specialties: New/Existing Homes, Relocation Specialist, Works both Lafayette, West Lafayette and Surrounding Areas.
Designations: Member of Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors.
If you wish to contact Kelly you can do so at:
Office: 765-742-1400
Cell: 765-532-7163
Email: kschreckengast@shook.com
Why did you get into real estate?
I have been in sales/marketing for my entire working career. Real Estate is my second career and it ‘fit like a glove” when I started to look into it as a new career for me. I have been actively doing it for 12 years. The first 2 years I worked for a builder and then decided I also wanted to add the existing home market to my portfolio.
What is your favorite part of being a real estate agent?
Selling this wonderful community we live in. Greater Lafayette is a true gem and I love to show it off to new clients coming from “somewhere” else. It is so nice having them be a part of this area to work, live and have fun in. I also like working with the locals to find them that new home that fits into their current lifestyle. We all go through different phases in life and your house should fit those new needs/wants. Our local sellers are a great group to work with. It is a pleasure to see how hard they work to get their homes ready for the market. Most are so willing to listen and do the recommendations you give. I find that most of my sellers say their homes never looked so good; just to turn it over to the new owner; that is called Pride of Ownership.
What advice do you have for first-time home buyers?
My advice to first time home buyers is to get educated and be an informed buyer. Get with a local lender so you know your numbers and do not purchase a home outside your financial comfort level. I have had first time home buyers in their early twenties and some who are venturing out for the first time in their 40’s and 50’s. All need to work closely with their lender and Realtor and be comfortable with both.
What do you do on the weekend, that is, when you’re not hosting an Open House?
I pride myself on being a great Aunt. We so enjoy going to our nieces and nephews sports games, dance recitals and school events. I am also a sports “nut” myself and like to run, play tennis and golf, if time allows.
What, other than Real Estate, are you passionate about?
I work closely with The Arts and Arts Education as part of my role as the Commissioner for Greater Lafayette on a State level with the Indiana Arts Commission. I believe all children should have the opportunity to view, touch and play in the world of the Arts no matter how small that might be. Our local Arts organizations are a wonderful place to get information and take classes. Once again we are so fortunate to have them in our community.
I am also active with the Heart Association and Cancer organizations. I try to honor my relatives and dear friends who have suffered with these illnesses by simply giving some time and money to hopefully find cures and provide support where needed.
What’s the most important advice you would give to someone looking to sell their home?
Get your home ready! We all know what needs to be fixed in our homes and we need to get those things done before we list. Consult your Realtor and find out if there are bigger things that need replaced/updated. Your Realtor can give you great advice on what today’s buyers are looking for and what they may be willing to pay for. Price it right from the very beginning. Buyers have much information at their fingertips and your house needs to be viewed as “well-kept and priced right”.
What super power do you wish you had and why?
I wish I could fly. I could get places without a car or a plane. It would be fun to just have that freedom.
Thank you Kelly!
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