Meet Our Brokers

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Associate Broker

806-407-4062

ama.waters@gmail.com

     Amanda Foster is ready to make your mountain life dream come true. She understands the value of the “Ruidoso Lifestyle” because she is living it! A Texas Hill Country and West Texas transplant, Amanda is deeply rooted in the Ruidoso community. She is involved in the Ruidoso School District, Midtown businesses (former manager of Midtown Mountain Campground and current owner of Happy Hiker Ruidoso, Happy Hiker Albuquerque and The General Store), regular patron of the restaurant and nightlife scene, an outdoor enthusiast with real life experiences in the Ruidoso area in hiking, overnight backpacking and truck camping. Amanda also enjoys trail running, mountain biking and skiing. She is an avid traveler with New Mexico expertise and a lover of life.

     Amanda is a  Texas Tech University Alumni with Health Science undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nursing with 15+ years of experience from being a traveling nurse, emergency room nurse, and administrative executive. She is married to Jerod Foster who is her partner in business, outdoor lifestyle, and in life. Amanda and Jerod have three lovely girls; Eva, Lola and Emmy.      

     If you have questions about a home, the “Ruidoso Lifestyle”, the Ruidoso outdoor experience, or just want to get a better feel on what Ruidoso is all about… call Amanda… she knows! Finally, as Eva says, “My mom always likes helping people!”

Associate Broker

1-575-760-7570

nancy@clovisnm.org

Nancy retired to Ruidoso in 2014 and it was her lifelong dream to live in the mountains with the clean pine scented air! Little did she know that she would spend the next years selling her friends and family homes in the Ruidoso area! Her life has been a dream come true plus helping her friends find the perfect mountain getaway or permanent home! Making new friends is the best part of life! Before her move to Ruidoso she lived most of her life in Portales where she raised her two sons, Clark and Chase. Chase was the Economic Development Director in Clovis NM before his passing August 31, 2021 and Clark lives in Ruidoso and is a superintendent for Bradbury Stamm. Nancy retired from Yucca Telecom in 2013 as administrative assistant/public relations to the General Manager. For twenty six years she worked at JP Stone Community (then Portales National Bank) in almost all departments and the last eleven of those years was Branch Manager. Nancy held numerous positions in the Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce and served as President in 1998. She most recently volunteered at the Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce prior to my move to Ruidoso. She served as Roosevelt County Probate judge from 1998 to 2008. Nancy started her Real Estate career in 2006 at Desert Bloom Realty in Portales and obtained qualifying broker in 2012. It has been a great career. She loves being on the team at Southern New Mexico Realty and looks forward to helping clients with buying and selling. 

Give her a call anytime at 575-760-7570 for all your real estate needs.

Associate Broker

432-634-9587

sandypatri@sbcglobal.net

In addition to being an associate broker, Sandy is in a unique position as she comes to us with 25+ years of experience as a tax accountant specializing in oil and gas accounting/taxation. She is an Enrolled Agent (licensed by the United States Treasury!) with a private practice serving both individuals and business entities. She is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents and the New Mexico Association of Enrolled Agents. Sandy has been self-employed since the age of 21 as the owner/operator of a variety of successful businesses including; but not limited to; an Italian restaurant, a vending business, a commercial cabin operation in Ruidoso, and her tax practice.

Ruidoso was Sandy’s favorite place to vacation and after living in West Texas for 33 years, Sandy moved here to the mountains in 2017. She is married to Jason Price who is a 5th generation cowboy and the ranch manager of a historic ranch in Nogal. Jason also serves as Vice President on the board of the Upper Hondo Soil and Water Conservation District. In their spare time, Sandy and Jason enjoy camping, hiking, kayaking, and fishing. Together, they are parents to two sons and two daughters and grandparents to two granddaughters.

If you wish to sell or purchase your dream home in the beautiful Ruidoso area (and maybe pick her brain with a tax question or two), give Sandy a call at 432-634-9587 or e-mail her at sandypatri@sbcglobal.net.

Brokerage Owners

575-937-8056

rustynkelli@gmail.com

Rusty & Kelli Shelton moved to the Ruidoso area in 2012; they met in Lubbock, and lived in Texas for years, but relocated to “home” as Rusty was a resident of the area as a youngster, graduating from Ruidoso High School. With its gorgeous mountains and pines, beautiful weather, tranquil environment, and friendly, welcoming people, Kelli and Rusty truly love living in the community. A dynamic real estate team, they strive to introduce buyers to a community where they will experience this same connection, and help sellers through the selling process so that they can begin the next chapter of their lives in a place that accommodates their needs and situation! 

Together, Rusty and Kelli Shelton bring their extensive backgrounds and unique gifts to every client in order to facilitate the process and achieve outstanding results! With a passion for helping people, desire to listen to others and solve problems, and impeccable organization and coordination skills, Kelli has always possessed a natural ability to instill a sense of comfort and encouragement in others and is known to be extremely personable and approachable, a major asset to her clients. Her diligent work ethic and ability to learn quickly, combined with her technology skills and organizational methods, ensure that she accomplishes difficult tasks efficiently and smoothly while giving each client her undivided attention. Kelli empowers her clients by educating them throughout the process and showing them how to utilize the tools that she has acquired through her education and years of experience.

In addition, Rusty’s background in residential construction gives him a keen eye, a necessity when advising buyers during the purchase of a home or recommending repairs that add value to a listing! For years, he has enjoyed looking at real estate properties and has been instrumental in helping friends and family find the perfect fit based on their needs and goals, as his fulfillment stems from helping others. Known for his diligent work ethic, Rusty takes great pride in the quality of his work, as well. Ultimately, his passion for helping others, unwavering attention to detail, unmatched industry knowledge, and significant expertise all combine to produce the most favorable outcome for their clients.

Rusty and Kelli feel a deep sense of commitment to God as He has blessed them in amazing ways over the years with 2 beautiful children and too many ways to count, and are committed to serving their clients and customers with integrity, honesty, and fun! Let them help you in your real estate needs and feel the difference at Southern New Mexico Realty!