in this issue…
Putting a Face on Real Estate since 1995™
TM
DECEMBER 2018 • VOLUME 23 • ISSUE 8
• WCREALTORS Partner Palooza • JB Goodwin, REALTORS 35th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon • Classic Realty Mixer • M/I Homes Food Drive • Lennar Design Center Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting • Veterans United Military Appreciation Luncheon • Santa Rita Ranch VIP Bus Tour • SouthStar Bank First Responders Breakfast • Realty ONE Buda Grand Opening & much, much more!
Part 2: Get to know the industry's leaders By Riki Markowitz
E
Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Austin, Texas Paid Permit #715
arlier this month, the Williamson County Association of REALTORS (WCREALTORS) celebrated new and returning 2019 board of directors and board president at a swearing-in ceremony. WCREALTORS welcomed three new board members for the coming year, and 10 returning board members. Directors are responsible for being a voice for association members and enforcing the National Association of REALTORS code of ethics. They also play a role in advocating for property rights in Texas and promoting political is-
sues that affect the real estate industry and homeownership. Ultimately, members of the board are tasked with carrying out the mission of WCREALTORS and are the face of the organization’s values and culture. In the coming year, here are the faces you will see meeting the real estate challenges for the Williamson County Association of REALTORS. Cyndi Bell, President Cyndi Bell has been a residential REALTOR since 2008 and is a broker at Realty Texas – Cedar Park. As the 2019 president of the board of directors at WCREALTORS, Bell plans to lead by first name. “What I love most about WCAoR is that any member or affiliate can walk through the door and the staff will address you by name," she says. This first-name basis philosophy is extraordinarily refreshing in a time when the bulk of everyone’s communication is via text or email. Bell plans to continue providing stellar service to WCREALTOR members, including providing educational opportunities and ways to be involved with the community.
Kriston Wood, President-Elect Kriston Wood is an assistant team leader and REALTOR at Keller Williams Realty in Georgetown and specializes in residential real estate. “I’m motivated by working alongside my peers to advance the best interests of real estate professionals and focus on our community impact," she says. Victoria Reviel, 2018 Past President Victoria Reviel is the founder, broker and a REALTOR at 98th Meridian Real Estate Sales & Marketing Group, a full-service residential brokerage. One reason Reviel appreciates her service as a board member is because she can express her gratitude to the association and its membership. “I will admit volunteering is a big commitment, quite a bit of work and not always fun,” says Reviel. “But for me, it has always been a very meaningful and gratifying experience. “ Joseph Aubin, Director Joseph Aubin is the broker at J. Paul Au-
bin Real Estate, an agency founded in 1989 based in Georgetown. “Board services give me an opportunity to represent the independent brokerages that need a voice in our rapidly changing real estate industry,” says Aubin. He feels honored to be surrounded by successful and philanthropic peers who feel passionate about serving Austin’s real estate community. Kim Dale, Director Kim Dale is a practicing REALTOR with Realty Texas. As a former military spouse, she specializes in helping veterans and their families purchase and sell their homes. After all, she knows the ins and outs of military relocation first hand. “I serve to give back and help grow the association that has always been there for me,” she says. Dale has always prioritized community service and helping others get involved. She strives to continue promoting the achievements of those who have served in the past and also build on those accomplishments.
Printed on recycled paper.
Visit us online 24/7 at www.myRealtyLine.com
P. O. Box 81366, Austin, Texas 78708
TM
austin
RL
Putting a Face on Real Estate since 1995
Front Page: Continued on page 28
FEATURED EVENT
Features of the Month
Thursday, Jan. 17 HBA: 2019 Housing Forecast
Column: ABoR—Passing the Torch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 3 Column: WCREALTORS—Goodbye to 2018!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 7 Column: HBA—2018 Was a Great Year!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 15
PRESENTS
2019
Column: RRC—Year in Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 18 Expert Commentary: Factors Affecting Home Buying Affordability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 20 Column: Women's Council of REALTORS—Where's the Beef?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pg. 22 Associates in Progress: Stewart Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 25
THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL HOUSING & ECONOMIC FORECAST IN THE REGION PRESENTED BY THE HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF GREATER AUSTIN
JANUARY 17, 2019 | AT&T CONFERENCE CENTER
Upcoming Events & Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg. 30