The Gayle Bowen Team

Photo by Rhonda Kuykendall

A Fixture of Fulshear

WRITTEN BY APRIL CANIK

RE/MAX Realtor® Gayle Bowen remembers when the population in Fulshear, TX crossed the 600 mark. Now that 6.2k folks call Fulshear ‘home,’ she feels a sense of pride knowing that The Gayle Bowen Team has played a role in that impressive growth and success.

“With new schools and grocery stores, expanded highways, oversized lots and excellent upscale culinary additions,” says Gayle, “Fulshear pretty much sells itself.” Families also flock to Fulshear for the small town charm that few other communities can match.

Those amenities add up to a dream come true for buyers, sellers -- and realtors alike. A third generation Houstonian, Gayle joined RE/MAX in 1988 and consistently enjoys recognition in the RE/MAX Hall of Fame as a Top Producer. Recently, the team landed on the 2022 Texas Top 500 list. “The Gayle Bowen Team has been finding and selling homes for so many decades that our longtime clients are sending the next generation our way,” she adds.

Speaking of next generation, Gayle’s daughter Stephanie Bowen Sykes is now one of the powerhouse team members propelling them to the top. “Since her dad and I were both in real estate,” shares Gayle, “Stephanie seemed to be destined to do this for a living. She went to our open houses, listings and meetings in her baby carrier, and spent countless hours my real estate office over the years. She jokes with people by saying that she grew up either at a closing table or inside an attic with her father!” Stephanie initially opted for a teaching degree from Texas State, and followed that path for the first eight years of her adult career. After becoming a mother, she was reintroduced into real estate after becoming co-owner of a construction company with her husband, and the rest is history. In fact, this adds value via an additional layer of service to The Gayle Bowen Team.

When Stephanie isn’t busy helping her clients all around town, she spends much of her time scoping out and purchasing properties to renovate and build with their company, White Oak Homes. She shares, “I love being a part of the whole building process!

From picking out the lot, perfecting the plans, making design decisions, all the way to the finished product— it truly is my dream job!”

And then there were THREE

Thanks in part to Stephanie’s teaching and mentorship gifts, the Gayle Bowen Team welcomed their newest REALTOR® member of the team in 2021. “I taught Pearl Nguyen for two of her elementary school years in Fort Bend ISD,” shares Stephanie, “and kept up with her throughout graduation.” Pearl set her sights on a real estate career early on, and Stephanie helped her navigate the path to join The Gayle Bowen Team at the age of 18. Within her first few months, Pearl landed a top listing and continues to add to our strong client base.

“Pearl grew up in a Vietnamese household and relates well to diverse markets that we’ve now added to our client mix,” explains Gayle. “She is the consummate professional and has enjoyed many successes in her first year, in spite of the challenging economic conditions we find ourselves in.”

Pearl appreciates her mentors having decades of real estate experience. “I am excited to be working on a team with so much knowledge and success, and I’m excited for what lies ahead for the team and our clients,” Pearl shares.

Trifecta of Expertise

The three realtors on The Gayle Bowen Team can work with anyone, anywhere, but have specialized in four of the most popular regions: Katy, Fulshear, Memorial, and the Heights. “This doesn’t mean that we don’t spend our days driving to Conroe, Sugar Land, Friendswood, Magnolia, and other great suburbs around Houston— because we truly do it all!” states Stephanie.

Gayle and Stephanie support and hug several special residents at Hope Village.

Stephanie & happy customers at a closing.

Gayle & Stephanie in the RE/MAX balloon at an event.

Gayle & Stephanie - Mother/Daughter award winners.

Gayle is quick to share several Keys to Success:

• Go the extra mile

Special requests are an important part of the job, whether that be finding a home with a room and bathing area for the family dog. Maybe you’re looking for extra acreage for equestrian use— whatever you’re searching for, the team can make it happen.

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Have a great team

In addition to three successful realtors, the team includes Kristin Cady, who has managed the office and generated excellent marketing initiatives for decades.

• Give back

The Gayle Bowen Team has long supported the Coastal Conservation Association, The Graeme McDaniel Foundation, Children’s Miracle Network and serves as a cheerleader for the Fulshear Farmer’s Market, among other amenities in each flagship communities.

• Stay involved

“Our team has a strong presence in local schools, Chambers, parades and other activities as time allows. We also stay in touch with all of our clients over the years, and often help them sell properties we helped them buy decades before,” adds Gayle.

• Be honest

“We value relationships much more than profits,” says Gayle, “I will advise people to wait if I think there is too much volatility in the market, for example. We consider each interaction much more than a financial transaction.”

Lifelong relationships are the cornerstone for The Gayle Bowen Team success. Phyllis Chaney echoes that sentiment, sharing, “I was introduced to Gayle Bowen over two decades ago while purchasing our ranch. She was the buyer’s representative, but made the transaction so pleasant for both parties. Now after all these years, because of her knowledge, professionalism and kindness, we have reached out to her to represent us in the sale of our ranch when we decide to downsize.” Adds Phyllis, “Gayle is a wonderful human being, professional and has the experience to handle any real estate transaction, large or small. I could not imagine having any other Broker represent us in any real estate transaction.”

Looking back, Looking ahead

Being a stickler for details and consistent follow through has been a winning strategy for Gayle and her RE/MAX Superstars. “It is hard to believe I was there from the beginning when the community of Remington Trails first opened and was built out, and then being a part of Fulbrook, which is now fully developed! All three of us are still very involved in these areas, and are excited to take on current and new adventures.”

Pearl Nguyen - agent

Stephanie Sykes - agent