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MLS Independence, Diversity, and More: WCAoR Delivers on Key Priorities

by Jennifer Tucker-Neely | Dec 16, 2023 | Five Points Board of REALTORS

This time last year, we were all looking forward with optimism to the year ahead and planning with that inevitable enthusiasm! There is always excitement at beginning something new and working with new people to set goals and get started. It’s so rewarding to be able to reflect on the things we accomplished in 2023.

Before I dive into sharing our accomplishments, I want to take a moment to shine the light on someone who made this year possible through her dedication and skill. Last year, as I assumed the presidency, I received one of the greatest honors of my life: my daughter Hannah’s moving speech about her life lessons and the qualities that make her such a strong, intelligent, and capable individual. I am so grateful that she committed to partnering with me. Over the past year, she assumed the reigns of our brokerage so that I could multi-task and fully devote the time needed to take the reigns as your 2023 president.

Our 2023 Board of Directors was a phenomenal team, representing our association with unwavering dedication. Together, we tackled monumental challenges that will solidify our future success. Here are just a few highlights:

• Securing MLS Independence: Joseph Towns will expertly lead the newly independent MLS in 2024.

• Modernized Bylaws: We streamlined our bylaws to reflect updated national and Texas REALTOR® standards, ensuring continued relevance and effectiveness.

• National Representation: Our unwavering membership growth earned us a powerful voice at the national level, and Jack Stapleton will proudly represent us in 2024.

• Financial Steadfastness: Despite unforeseen challenges like failed air conditioners, a rogue water heater, and a hailstorm that pummeled our roof, our finances remained steadfast. Our building is looking better than ever!

• Embracing Diversity: We established a thriving Diversity Committee, fostering inclusivity and representation within our organization.

• Investing in the Future: Four talented members and one staff member—Scarlett Hao, Jason Dishongh, Dawn Stroud, Kaitlin McWhorter, and Michaela Potts—completed the prestigious TRLP program, injecting fresh ideas and energy into our association.

• Celebrating Local Achievement: We witnessed the incredible honor of Kriston Wood becoming RVP of Texas REALTORS®.

This dedicated board worked tirelessly, day and night, to ensure our association shone brightly. My deepest gratitude goes to Alisha Austin, Amanda Keeley, Belinda Payne, Candy Cooke, Darian Rausch, Greg Hodge, Jason Dishingh, Julie Jones, Kim Dale, Kristi Sanguinet, Michele Sherwood, and Tara Knight for their unwavering commitment.

Beyond the Board: The incredible work we do wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our exceptional committee chairs. These individuals sacrifice countless hours, fueled by passion and a desire to make our association thrive. Until you’ve walked in their shoes, it’s hard to imagine the sheer scale of their contributions.

Our unsung heroes deserve a standing ovation as well. Michaela, Ismael, Sarah, Kimberly, and Katie are the backbone of our association, quietly supporting every event, educational initiative, and member need. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a talented and dedicated staff.

And finally, our association wouldn’t shine so brightly without our phenomenal executive officer, Heather Bonamo. Her drive and vision keep us on track and constantly evolving. We are exceptionally lucky to have such a skilled and dedicated leader.

As I hand the reins to the capable hands of Kim Dale, I feel immense pride and gratitude. Together, we’ve navigated challenges, celebrated triumphs, and laid the groundwork for an even brighter future for the Williamson County Association of REALTORS®. Here’s to what’s to come!

Randolph Texas Development

by Rachel Arterberry | Nov 18, 2023 | Featured Advertiser

Randolph Texas Development: From years of being a home builder, President Randy Rollo saw a need and worked hard to fill it. After working in the homebuilding industry with private builders and public homebuilding companies and several years as a custom homebuilder, Randy understood the challenges when trying to find available land and lots for homebuilders. Shifting gears, Randy began acquiring and developing lots in 2013. In 2018, Randy launched Randolph Texas Development (RTX) and has been on a fast track ever since.

Bringing in his sons Grant and Will, Randy maintains the same family-oriented business culture as the ranchers from whom he buys the land. Vice President Grant Rollo shares, “We’re a family company, so we’ve been very blessed to honor the tradition that a rancher or homesteader had and carry it forward with our goal of creating a more family-focused community.”

Coming from a commercial development and construction background, Grant was excited to return to Austin, where he was born and raised, to join his father in creating the exact kind of environment that he and his wife were looking for. Handling the acquisition, entitlements, and legal responsibilities of all of its projects, Grant appreciates the company’s mission of building a product in the community where families want to live and raise their kids.

Will Rollo, director of Operations, joined the small company, rounding out the team’s capabilities and mission of bringing families together. Will manages all Construction-related activities, including land planning, design, amenities, and land development. RTX’s flagship project, Lariat, located in Liberty Hill, Texas, revolves around the motto, “Back to Basics.” Grant explains that everything within that community is created “to bring people outside. At the end of the day, we want moms and dads to take their kids outside, use the amenities like walking nature trails and the pond stocked with fish, meet their neighbors, and engage — going back to everything that’s beautiful about society.”

Generally speaking, RTX works to find development opportunities outside of Austin, where they often find the most amazing untapped resources, in areas where growth is expected and anticipate the demands for it before it even happens. Each of the members of the small team wears many hats, giving them the ability to achieve timely results and benefitting all other participants in the development process. From raw land to complete entitlements, land planners, and the engineers to complete design and development, RTX prides itself on developing long-standing, solid relationships with home builders, contractors, surveyors, and project managers.

In alignment with its strong foundation in family, its roots are firmly planted in each of its development properties. For example, the city of Liberty Hill, ranked one of the best places to live in Texas, is attractive to residents for many reasons, especially its small-town charm. RTX wants to contribute to the culture and environment they are helping to create and does so by sponsoring market days, holiday events, and local fundraising and youth sporting events.

Aside from its appeal as a land development manager, it is that small-town, family-run, and operated company that motivates Randolph Texas Development to develop unique communities. Knowing how to preserve the integrity of the land, maintaining the heritage that made it beautiful before a piece of dirt was ever moved from its original state in a way that creates opportunities for new families

For additional information, please e-mail@info@randolphtexas.com.