Well, it’s called fearlessness . . . ‘the quality of mind enabling one to face danger or hardship resolutely.’ That is the dictionary’s definition and that pretty much sums up what my friend Kim Kelly is all about. This is a guest blog and I am writing about Kimberley Joy Kelly – realtor for HK Lane Real Estate in La Quinta AND longtime pro on the polo circuit and trainer of polo ponies.
In this month’s issue (April) of Palm Springs Life, there is an excellent article entitled “Chicks With Sticks,” spotlighting Kim and another local female equestrian and their careers in the male dominated sport of polo. I can’t talk intelligently about the game of polo, as I haven’t spent a lot of time around horses and have only observed the game as a spectator. All I know is that from knowing Kim personally, the fearlessness she displays in her facility as a polo player, a game with obvious risks and dangers, is the same fearlessness she displays when running her real estate business. No challenge is insurmountable to her, short sales don’t daunt her in the least (she’s had five years of experience in short sales with an excellent track record – and she knows how to deal with the banks !!! nuff said). She amazes me, her level of commitment and focus to whatever she puts her sights on.
I know what I’m talking about because I speak from personal experience – Kim represented me and my fiance when we bought our home last year. She was on top of everything, making sure we got the best price and that the confusing whirlwind of escrow, loan procurement, etc. went as easily and smoothly as possible. She took amazing care of us, treating us every bit as well as she treats her horses. And that’s saying something, because she LOVES her horses and intuitively knows and responds to their needs.
Okay, here’s your answer to the question “What does a polo player and a real estate agent have in common?” And the answer is . . . Kimberley Joy Kelly.