Austin Real Estate Agents

Mike ventured into the hospitality industry after leaving the Navy in 96', swiftly climbing the ladder until he became the proud owner of his first franchise restaurant in 2003. His successful career in the restaurant business involved numerous transactions in which he played a key role as a Principal until 2010. During this time, Mike's entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish and eventually sell his start-up concepts, solidifying his passion for real estate and honing a specific skill set that propelled him into the world of commercial brokerage. Combining his invaluable experience with a strong commitment to personal development, Mike excelled as a commercial real estate agent, thanks to his innate work ethic and interest in creating long-term relationships rather than just closing transactions. He diligently pursued further education, completed his degree, and is currently on track to obtain his CCIM designation. His comprehensive expertise encompasses various aspects of the industry, including development, sales, leasing, investments, consultation, etc. Beyond his notable contributions to the service of his country in the Navy, Mike had also dedicated himself to his local community. He served as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic, a lead Fire Academy Instructor, as well as an EMS Instructor at the local HS, further lending his skills to ensure public safety. Additionally, he volunteers for Habitat for Humanity in Austin. Furthermore, Mike assumes the role of President of the Board of Directors for a Municipal Utility District and has served on various City and Economic Boards. He also takes on the responsibility of being an engaged husband of over 20yrs and father to two healthy, active sons. He served as a pt BSA Scout Leader for his son's Troop, as well as both of their sports booster clubs. Mike is also a member of Rotary and an inactive member of the Austin Scottish Rite as a 32 Master Mason.

After growing up in Germany and working for world-class companies such as Mercedes-Benz, Richard moved to Texas with his wife and kids in 1994 and instantly started a successful career in the real estate industry. His long-term success in real estate for over twenty years in all different markets is based on his simple philosophy that dedicated and loyal service to every client is more important than short-term gains.

Richard is a UT Austin Longhorn Dad and a resident of downtown Austin. In addition to his passion for real estate, he enjoys perusing around Lady Bird Lake and all the things that downtown and South Austin have to offer. His other interests include travel, architecture and history.

As a seller, you can benefit from Richard%u219s many years of experience in the real estate industry and hundreds of real estate transactions, as well as broad real estate education as a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI), Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and Shortsale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR). Richard also employs the latest technology and proven processes to optimize marketing and selling of your real estate asset while maximizing your results.

If you are looking to buy real estate in Austin, Richard's experience, persistence and patience; as well as his well-rounded real estate education will put you in the driver's seat in todays real estate market. Richard has been designated an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) by the National Association of Realtors based on his education and sales production.

With more than a dozen years in new home sales and as a designated GREEN agent, Richard is also very familiar with new home construction and green building, and as a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE), he can help you get more of what you want in a home or investment purchase. Richard also has real-World experience of being a real estate investor and landlord himself.

Richard Olesch and the team at Realty Austin will work diligently to make your move a five star experience through knowledge, patience and integrity.

I am a native Houstonian who has been Licensed since 2017. I am specialized in residential properties. My expertise is in new construction, reconstruction, land/lot, home sales, rentals and investments properties. I aim to build strong relationship based on honesty, integrity and trust.