Realty Austin is #1 Top Workplace and #1 Best Place to Work in 2021

We have done it again and earned the number one spot on The Austin American-Statesman’s Top Workplaces list among large employers in Greater Austin! Earlier this year, we also won the number one spot on the Austin Business Journal’s Best Places to Work list. This is the second time we have won both awards in the same year.

This year marks the tenth time we have appeared on the list published by the Austin American-Statesman that recognizes employers who stand for the best in leadership, vision, and culture. The large company category ranked employers with 500+ Central Texas employees. The Top Workplace project surveys over 23,000 workers from nearly 150 Austin-area employers. The lists are based on the results of an employee feedback survey administered by Energage, LLC, a leading research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement.

It’s no surprise that our agents and employees continue to rank us as the best place to work in Central Texas. We understand how difficult it is for real estate agents to grow their businesses on their own—so we set out to provide our agents with the necessary tools, technology, and support they need to thrive in a competitive industry.

In fact, our technology is viewed as some of the best in the entire real estate industry because we continue to update our tech to pivot with the market.

“We take a lot of pride in making the process as easy as possible,” says Realty Austin head of Technology Gabe Richter to the Austin American-Statesman. “A lot of money and time have been invested. We’ve tried to remove as much friction as possible by putting the right tools at their fingertips. When someone new joins Realty Austin, they say it’s like Christmas. They say, ‘We can’t believe what you have here.’ ”

But it’s not just the technology that sets us apart—it’s the agents and the culture they foster.

“We are often put in high-stress situations with our clients, so our mindsets are really the only thing we can control,” says Realty Austin agent Sumina Bhatti. “To be at a company that really cultivates collaboration and abundance is super important to me.”

Our agents put the needs of their clients first, always acting with the utmost integrity. Our award-winning listings website helps clients and agents build collections around the homes and neighborhoods they are looking to buy into. Visited over 10,000 times per day, RealtyAustin.com is the most widely used home search website in Austin.

We prioritize a positive work-life balance and encourage our agents to take vacations, spend time with family, and give back to the communities they serve.

Giving back is the cornerstone of our culture that stems directly from our mission to support those who need safe, affordable housing in Austin. Since 2010, our generous agents have volunteered over 25,000 hours, donated over $1.9M of their commissions, and raised over $175,000 from industry partners to support our strategic partnerships with affordable housing pioneers in the area.

“I love being able to give back to Habitat for Humanity and Foundation Communities because I’m directly involved with the people that I serve,” says Realty Austin agent Kelvin Glover.

Realty Austin co-founders Yvette Flores and Jonathan Boatwright set out to make a different kind of company in 2004 that is supportive and encourages agents to raise the bar in the real estate industry.

We foster an inclusive and diverse team that advocates for one another and celebrates the rich fabric and uniqueness that makes up our community.

“Realty Austin is a special place to work,” says Yvette Flores. “We are honored that our agents and staff recognized us again as a top workplace and best place to work.”

“We will continue to prioritize our employees’ and agents’ well-being and hope to remain in this top spot for years to come,” adds Jonathan Boatwright.

Work at Realty Austin

We didn’t just build a company. We created a place for people to work together, inspire others, find support, and realize their dreams. Are you ready to join a brokerage that will help you grow to succeed in life and business? If you’re serious about enhancing your business and want to become the best agent you can be, contact Realty Austin today.

Why Work with a Realty Austin Agent

We have standards and so should you. When the time is right to buy or sell a home, you need someone on your team to guide you through the complexities of the process. Our diverse group of 570+ top agents continue to raise the bar in the real estate industry. They average 10 years of experience and sell more homes per agent than any other top 20 firms in Central Texas. Hire the best at RealtyAustin.com.