Meet Kelly Hayden

My real estate journey began in 2003. At the time, I had spent over a decade advising veterinarians in their practices, was going to real estate school at night with my dad, and spending weekends learning the ropes from the top-producing agent on-site at a Jack Nicklaus Signature Design golf course within a luxury amenity-planned community. In 2004, I committed fully to real estate and left veterinary medicine to begin selling homesites and house kit packages in an exclusive Pete Dye–designed golf course community on Florida’s west coast, just north of Tampa. That early experience gave me firsthand exposure to high-end developments, new construction, and the art of matching buyers with lifestyle-driven real estate.

In 2006, I shifted focus to general residential sales and dove deep into resale properties. When the market shifted in 2008, I adapted and helped clients navigate short sales during a challenging time in the industry. I worked with both Bank of America and Wells Fargo on these transactions, gaining valuable experience in guiding sellers through the process—without ever compromising care or professionalism.

Then I saw another need: property management. I built a portfolio from scratch—eventually managing over 140 properties—while continuing to serve buyers and sellers with full-service care.

In 2016, I concluded, after multiple yrs, the role of president in a 165-unit fee simple townhome community where I have my primary residence, That leadership experience deepened my understanding of HOA operations, owner advocacy, and the day-to-day responsibilities tied to real estate at scale.

Today, I help clients navigate every turn in real estate: buying, selling, leasing, investing, and managing. Whether it’s your first condo, your forever home, or your fifth investment property, I bring experience, clarity, and honest guidance to the table—every time.

My nickname? KatDog.

It started with dogs—always dogs. Then one day, I brought home a kitten. That kitten and my first little Chihuahua grew up together, an unlikely pair who taught me loyalty, softness, and the beauty of opposites. Over the years, I raised Chihuahuas like family, one tiny warrior at a time. And now, after nearly 18 years, I’ve come full circle—back to a home with both a cat and a dog.

Before real estate, I spent 15 years in veterinary medicine and proudly served 5 years on the board of the SPCA of Tampa Bay. That experience shaped who I am: a fierce advocate, a trusted advisor, and someone who believes that loyalty and integrity matter—whether it’s in a leash or a listing agreement.

Contact me today to get on the fast track to your real estate goals.
(727)641-1162
kelly@propertytrackinc.com