Austin Real Estate Agents

Michael began his real estate career in 1984 when he earned a Texas Real Estate License and partnered with a one-man brokerage based in Westlake, an affluent area of Austin, where he spent four formative years learning the business. Brown obtained his broker's license in 1986 just on the cusp of the market downturn. After cutting his teeth in this extremely difficult business environment, he emerged as a solo broker. From 1986 to 2006, Michael worked primarily in land brokerage and development. He honed his expertise in farm and ranch brokerage, subdivision development, and consulting in the new home construction industry. In 1994, he was named one of the original Austin Elite 25SM, Austin's top one percent of luxury realtors, maintaining his place on the list for a number of years by representing buyers and sellers in multi-million dollar transactions. Michael's strategy has always been relationship rather than transaction driven, focusing on repeat business with a handful of valued clients.

Although it has taken me over 30 years to get back to Austin, I am thrilled to finally be here, and even more thrilled to be able to work both in Austin and Houston! As a graduate of St. John's School (where both my husband, Bennett and my daughter, Ellie - class of 2015 graduated as well) and after earning my English degree from the University of Texas, where I was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority, I pursued numerous adventures in Houston - from owning a sports bar, to being a family law legal assistant, to running our family's oil and gas business. My latest adventure was my decision to reinvent myself after all these years and go back to school and earn my real estate license!.

With over 30 years of personal real estate experience buying and selling numerous properties (homes, condos, farm and ranch), once I got my license, I went to work cutting my teeth in the highly competitive Houston market and earning a considerable number of professional designations including: GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute), ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative) Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS), Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE), Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) and Accredited Luxury Home Specialist (ALHS) - tools that allow me to provide excellent service to my clients.

I represent all ranges of buyer and sellers in both Austin and Houston, from first timers to experienced veterans, guiding my clients step-by-step through the intricacies of the purchase process. My advanced real estate education and skill-set allow me to make the home buying experience as seamless as possible. From the very beginning of the process of choosing a lender for a pre-approval, to selecting and screening homes, to negotiating the murky waters of the sales contract, to ensuring all deadlines are met, to making sure all t's are crossed and all i's are dotted, I oversee the entire transaction with my full and undivided attention to every detail.

As one who loves to be creative and “think out of the box,” I view situations from a fresh perspective and don’t get bogged down with how things have always been done. I also have a wicked sense of humor, and love people and animals. My mother once told me that people are not loved for their strength of character, but rather for their amiable weaknesses. I must confess that my amiable weakness (according to my husband and daughter) lies in my innate inability to cook. So I draw upon the kindness and generosity of my clients and friends to provide me with foolproof recipes that I can share.

During my spare time, you can find me relaxing at our farm in Round Top, cheering on the Texas Longhorns, on the beach in Port Aransas delving into a good murder/mystery, developing another fool-proof recipe, or visiting my daughter up at NYU.

Ann Watters is a dedicated Realtor originally from Norfolk, England. With over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry, Ann has established herself as a seasoned professional and a trusted advisor in the field. She possesses a wealth of knowledge and expertise, having graduated from the Realtor Institute GRI. Born and raised in England, Ann has developed a deep appreciation for the local community and its unique housing market. Her passion for real estate extends beyond the professional realm; it's a personal interest that she wholeheartedly embraces. Ann's commitment to her clients is evident in her unwavering dedication to finding them their dream homes or assisting with property sales. When she's not busy assisting clients or studying the latest market trends, Ann cherishes spending quality time with her family. Family holds a special place in her heart, and she values the bonds she has cultivated with loved ones. In her free time, Ann enjoys exploring the great outdoors through RVing adventures, finding solace in nature's beauty. She also finds joy in gardening, nurturing vibrant blooms and creating an oasis in her own backyard. Ann's clients appreciate her professionalism, integrity, and personable nature. She approaches each transaction with care and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring her clients' needs are met and their expectations exceeded. Her genuine passion for real estate, combined with her extensive experience, makes Ann Watters the Realtor you can trust to guide you through every step of your real estate journey. If there's one thing Ann knows for certain, it's that finding the perfect home is more than just a transactionit's about creating a space where memories are made and dreams are realized. With Ann by your side, you can be confident that your real estate goals will be achieved with the utmost care and expertise.