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I chose to become a REALTOR because it is a career that I can provide the following: value, education, and advocacy. My parents knew the basics about real estate, because they bought and sold one home. I did not grow up learning about real estate. What I have done in real estate was not given to me because of a family name, not because mommy and daddy gave me the business, nor because I grew up with the “good ole boys”. It was because I strived to be of value.
My favorite quote that I base my whole life on is
“Strive not to be a success but rather to be of value.”- Albert Einstein.
Success is an accomplishment, but value is a merit. Value is more sustainable, where success can be a statistic that can be altered or manipulated. Prior to real estate, I was a Texas educator (middle school math).
My goal was to make a difference in one child a year; not to have the best results. However, I made a difference, the students got to move on. I wanted to continue to provide value year after year. Educate year after year. Advocate year after year. The real estate journey is not just a school year. Real estate is not stagnant; it is ever changing and evolving. Policies, elected rulings, and governmental decisions can alter the real estate experience. I want to continue to strive to learn, and advocate for my region, so that I can continue to provide value. The best way I can do that is to be a Texas REALTOR.
Ready to make a move? I would be honored if you chose me to be your realtor!
Kelly Raulston
“Reliable and Ready” REALTOR® since 2016. I was born in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, but was raised in Texas since 1997. When I found out we were moving to Plano, Texas, I remember looking forward to riding a horse to school and a brand-new pair of cowboy boots! Growing up in Plano prepared me to be competitive, quick, and to have a strong work ethic.
I graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Axe’em Jacks! That is where my love for East Texas began. The nature, warm smiles, football games, and community values can't be beat! I graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. I was a middle school math teacher in Tyler, Texas. I met my husband, Travis, in Sunday school, and we have been married since September 2016.
I love being a REALTOR® in East Texas! Relationships are genuine, the area is beautiful, and the market is rockin’! I am an involved REALTOR® to better the community. Some of the organizations I am involved with are: The Professional Development Committee, Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee, and Tyler Educational Networking Group. Some awards I have won were “The Hustle Award” in 2016, and “Rookie of the Year” in 2017.
When I am not working with my clients, I like to spend quality time with my friends and family doing the following: running, target practice, read and participate in book club, and playing with my dachshund Greta.
