Lindsay Hart has been one of the Finger Lakes' most recognizable real estate names for two decades.  A 2002 Ithaca College graduate who chose to stay and put down roots, she started at RE/MAX In Motion in 2005, built Hart & Homes from the ground up in 2017, and became Co-Broker Owner alongside Melissa Miller-Fedrizzi in 2020.
Her credentials: Ithaca's REALTOR® of the Year in 2017, Finger Lakes Favorite REALTOR® in 2021 and 2023, RE/MAX Hall of Fame, Lifetime Achievement, and the 2025 Diamond Club Team Award. She holds designations in RSPS, SRS, CIPS, GRI, and C2EX, is a certified NYS Real Estate Instructor, and currently serves as Professional Standards Chair for the Ithaca Board of REALTORS®.
What those credentials don't fully capture is her philosophy: accurate pricing, honest counsel, disciplined negotiation, and protecting her clients over chasing a quick close.  She lives in Trumansburg with her husband Rordan and their two sons, volunteers as Treasurer for T-Burg Takes on Pediatric Cancer, and will always find time to support a good local coffee shop.

Karen Potter didn't stumble into real estate — she arrived with 25+ years of sales, customer service, and negotiation experience already behind her.  Karen has built a reputation as someone clients trust completely —Whether she's working with a first-time buyer or a seasoned seller, her approach is the same: put the client first, know the market cold, and handle every step with care.
Karen has earned RE/MAX's Executive Club, 100% Club, and Titan Team Club recognition — and has racked up 64 closed transactions across the Ithaca and Trumansburg markets. She and her husband Jeff have called the area home for 30 years, which means she's not just selling this community — she genuinely knows it.

Chelsey Smith didn't just grow up in Trumansburg — she's built her career here. Born and raised in the Finger Lakes, she came to real estate through a behind-the-scenes role as an administrative assistant with Hart & Homes. That experience gave her a ground-up understanding of how deals actually work before she ever had a license. She earned it in 2019 and hasn't slowed down since. Chelsey has racked up 66 closed transactions across Ithaca, Trumansburg, and beyond — with sales reaching $1.6M. She's earned RE/MAX's Executive Club and 100% Club honors four years running. There's a reason the nickname "Agent Smith" stuck — there's no challenge she won't take on. She lives in the Trumansburg countryside with her husband, two daughters, and their Labrador.

Alanie Woodin's path to real estate was a natural one — she spent seven years as a leasing agent in Ithaca before getting her license, which means she arrived already knowing the market, the inventory, and what clients actually need. She joined Hart & Homes and made her mark fast: RE/MAX Executive Club in her very first full year, again in her second, and the 100% Club in 2025. Alanie is known for being persistent, competitive, and she handles complex transactions with a calm confidence that clients consistently point to in their reviews. Whether it's a first home, a vacant lot, or something in between, she shows up prepared. When she's not working, you'll find her on Cayuga Lake, at a local winery, or somewhere outside in the Finger Lakes doing what she loves.

Jason Swaney brings 20+ years of real estate experience, a returning hometown perspective, and a track record built across two states. Originally from T-burg, Jason spent decades in Virginia's competitive Prince William County market — licensed since 2004, elected as a Director of the REALTOR® Association of Prince William, and serving as a Virginia Realtors Delegate. He came home  in 2024 and hasn't missed a beat.In 2025, his first full year back, Jason earned RE/MAX's Executive Club Award and was elected Treasurer of the Ithaca Board of REALTORS® Board of Directors. Clients who've worked with Jason across both markets describe the same thing: someone who is honest, steady, and committed to getting them to the finish line. 

Matthew McConnell Licensed in 2023, officially joined the team in late 2024, he earned RE/MAX's Executive Club Award in his very first full year. That kind of start doesn't happen by accident. Before real estate, Matt built his professional foundation at Ongweoweh Corp, where he developed the leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork instincts that translate directly to helping clients navigate one of the biggest decisions of their lives. He's straightforward, approachable, and genuinely invested in making the process feel less overwhelming and more enjoyable. A Sodus Point native who grew up in Trumansburg and now lives just outside of it in Covert, Matt knows this region well — and loves it. When he's not working, he's exploring the Finger Lakes with his family.

Finding a home or selling your home isn't just a transaction. It's personal. And we treat it that way.
Our team has deep roots in the Finger Lakes and Tompkins County, and we bring that local knowledge to every search, every showing, and every negotiation. We know these neighborhoods — not just the listings, but the streets, the schools, the hidden gems, and the things you won't find on Zillow.
That's the advantage of working with a team that actually lives and works here.
From your first conversation to the closing table, we're focused on one thing: making sure you feel heard, informed, and well-represented. We'll listen to what you want, tell you the truth about what you're seeing in the market, and fight hard to get you the best possible outcome when it's time to negotiate.Every client matters. Every detail matters.