Meet Our Brokers

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Rusty - Associate Broker

Kelli - Qualifying Broker

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!

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.

Associate Broker

575-973-0303

scarlet@movetoruidoso.com

Scarlet Kelly is a Texan by birth and raising (a Texas A&M University graduate), but a mountain girl at heart, loving the opportunity to raise her girls in her husband's hometown of Ruidoso.  She has practiced real estate in three different states throughout the past 10 years, but helping people buy homes in Ruidoso is a true passion.  In addition to real estate sales, she has 3 years experience owning her own successful short-term rental business, and she enjoys helping others make that a reality as well.  All of this, combined with a background in construction and renovation, makes for a well-rounded Realtor, ready to serve her clients' needs.

Associate Broker

575-808-2710

lizruidosorealestate@gmail.com

Having resided here for nearly 30 years, Liz can truly say Lincoln County, New Mexico, is an amazing place to live! We enjoy the natural beauty of four seasons in the mountains; the serenity of wide open vistas of ranch land just a few short miles down the mountain, abundant in native grasses yucca, cedar and juniper; the beauty of the Hondo Valley; the villages of Lincoln, Capitan (home of Smokey Bear), and San Patricio, all of them rich in history. We have a large diversity of art, music and theater found throughout the county. Did we mention the wildlife? Daily we are blessed to see elk, mule deer, turkey, pronghorn and more, as well as a multitude of birds.

Liz has worked in education as a Speech/Language Pathologist, an administrative secretary at a church she attended, and most recently in sales at Seasons Home and Garden Center here in Ruidoso. In her spare time, she enjoys quilting, cooking and playing golf, although she doesn't play as often as she’d like. It’s time to pull the clubs out of the shed and get on one of the many beautiful courses!

There are homes in our area to meet every dream and she would love to work with you to buy your dream home or sell your current one. Liz is committed to providing you with exceptional service, honesty and hard work, keeping YOUR best interests the center of her focus, while guiding you through each step of the transaction.

Call Liz or come by her office in the heart of Ruidoso at Southern New Mexico Realty and get to work making YOUR dreams of being in the tall pines a reality.

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 her 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

575-937-1617

autumnfoxsnmrealty@gmail.com

 Autumn Fox was born in Texas but grew up coming to Ruidoso in the Summer. Her family loved it here so much that they made the jump and bought a home in the beautiful mountains of Ruidoso, NM in 2010. She has resided here ever since and essentially grew up having Lincoln County, and all it has to offer, as her stomping grounds. She has truly been able to learn the area, by experience, and can apply her advanced knowledge of the area to help you find the perfect location to be able to live your blissful mountain dream! She has always had a passion for real estate, and after a long time of venturing out and exploring what it was, she truly wanted to do, she always came back to real estate. She followed her passion and got licensed in September 2023! With so much love for the peaceful mountains of Ruidoso, NM, she would love to share her passion for the area with you, as she helps you find your dream home!  

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

575-202-0121

brook122480@gmail.com

     Brook Chavez was raised in the peaceful and majestic “Cool Pines” of Ruidoso, NM. She knows the sense of enchantment this beautiful village brings and can’t wait to serve your real estate needs! A resident of Ruidoso, who is married to a local with a long family history of the area and raising two beautiful daughters in her hometown, Brook knows what this amazing place has to offer! She is excited to make your dreams come true and help find the perfect home for you! A graduate of Ruidoso High School, active member of community services, and a former teacher of 20+ years with a Master’s Degree in Education Administration, Brook uses the knowledge of her hometown as well as an educational approach to ensure her clients a full understanding of homes they are viewing and providing adequate communication throughout each step in the purchasing process. It is her priority to put her clients needs first by staying ahead of the current market conditions, allowing them the information needed to make the best decisions possible. Her father’s expertise as a contractor in Ruidoso for over 30 years along with her husbands 20+ years of residential and commercial experience, has enabled Brook the opportunities and exposure to the construction trade, giving her the privilege to have a keen eye for details when helping clients find the perfect, suitable home. Brook’s honesty, dedication, and long history of the area gives her the advantage in finding your vacation or forever home! Allow her to put her skills to work for you!