About Christa Burgess — Katy TX Broker Associate

A Different Kind of Real Estate Experience

I've been doing this for over two decades — and I still take every client personally.

I grew up in South Texas, studied horticulture at Texas A&M (Class of '89 — Gig 'em), spent a year in New Zealand after graduation, and eventually found my way to Katy. That was 26 years ago. I got my real estate license, joined RE/MAX Cinco Ranch, and built a practice around a simple idea: treat every client the way I'd want to be treated if I were the one making the biggest financial decision of my life.

That means I don't disappear after showing you three houses. I don't hand you off to an assistant for the hard parts. I don't push you toward a decision that's good for my timeline but wrong for yours.

What I do is listen, research, advise, and advocate — from our first conversation through closing and for years after. Most of my business comes from past clients and their referrals. That's not an accident. It's the result of doing this the right way, every single time.

Christa Burgess

When you hire me, you get me.

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I personally oversee every aspect of your transaction.

How I Work

The Principal Advisor Model

When you hire me, you get me. I personally oversee every aspect of your transaction — pricing strategy, negotiation, contract review, marketing, and client communication. I have support behind me for coordination and logistics, but the strategic decisions always come through me directly.

  • Pricing strategy — Data-driven analysis, not guesswork
  • Negotiation — Direct involvement in every offer and counteroffer
  • Contract review — Line-by-line attention to protect your interests
  • Marketing — Professional photography, targeted exposure, strategic timing
  • Buyer search — Curated options based on your actual priorities

A Background That Sets Me Apart

Before real estate, I ran a commercial landscape design, installation, and maintenance firm in Houston. That hands-on experience — understanding how a property's outdoor spaces affect value, curb appeal, and buyer perception — is something most agents simply don't have.

I'm bilingual (English/Spanish), which matters in the diverse Katy-area market. And as a Disney Institute-trained professional, I approach every client relationship with a hospitality mindset: every detail matters, every interaction counts.

Credentials & Designations

These aren't just letters after my name. Each one represents specialized training that directly benefits my clients.

CRS

Certified Residential Specialist
Top 3% of REALTORS® nationally. Advanced training in pricing, marketing, and negotiation.

GRI

Graduate, REALTOR® Institute
In-depth education in legal, financial, and practical aspects of real estate.

CIPS

Certified International Property Specialist
Expertise in cross-border transactions. Invaluable for international relocations.

CLHMS

Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
Specialized training in luxury market pricing, marketing, and discretion.

ABR

Accredited Buyer's Representative
Advanced buyer representation skills. Your interests come first.

CNE

Certified Negotiation Expert
Formal training in negotiation strategy and tactics.

CHMS

Certified Home Marketing Specialist
Advanced listing and home marketing expertise.

CNHS

Certified New Home Specialist
Expertise in new construction — builder contracts, options, and upgrades.

License #516906

Broker Associate
Texas Real Estate Commission licensed. RE/MAX Cinco Ranch, Katy TX.

I'd love to learn your goals — whether you're six months out or ready to move next week.

Contact me

(832) 526-2619

christapburgess@gmail.com