From First-Time Buyer to Austin’s Elite – Wende Parks
In this episode of Elite 25, we sit down with Wende Parks, a top-producing real estate agent and proud member of Austin’s exclusive Elite 25. With over 21 years in the industry, Wende shares how an unexpected first home purchase turned into a lifelong career at the top of Austin's competitive luxury market.

Originally licensed with plans to invest, Wende quickly discovered that real estate is far more about communication and relationships than contracts and commissions. Her early lessons in what not to do laid the foundation for a thriving career built on trust, persistence, and staying human in a high-stakes world.

She opens up about what it means to build a reputation that lasts, why communication is her greatest asset, and how she’s adapted through every market cycle—while still owning the very home that started it all.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about longevity in real estate, finding your niche, and building a career on purpose.

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