One More Thing…
Sadly, my father passed away when I was just 25. He imparted a lot of wisdom I’m thankful for, including this: “Who you surround yourself with matters, Christy.” I thought he was talking about who I dated but soon realized he meant a lot more.
He was telling me to surround myself with people I admired and aspired to be like, and that would serve me well throughout my life.
With a lot of noise out there today—especially in social media—the people you surround yourself with will guide and support you—and never judge you. Select them carefully. I know I owe everything to the people in my inner circle.
As you go through your personal journey, remember that who you surround yourself with matters!
The 89th Legislature is upon us! Each session brings excitement, anticipation, and even some anxiousness. You never know exactly what will happen! But one thing is for sure: Texas REALTORS® is always engaged. We work tirelessly to shape policy, support good legislation for real estate, and fight the harmful proposals that pop up.
Nearly 30% of current legislators are new this session or have served only one term. I see this as an opportunity for our team to connect with these new decision-makers, to educate them (and re-educate the experienced ones) on our real estate positions, maybe in ways that they have never understood our issues before. This leads to fresh conversations and approaches to ensure that we see successes on our policy positions. Not only am I honored to be a part of those conversations this year, but as I write this, I’m so excited that thousands of members from across Texas are planning to attend our REALTOR® Day at the Texas Capitol. I can’t wait to be part of the sea of purple that converges on the Statehouse to talk with our representatives.
At that productive day—as well as when testifying for committees, speaking to legislators and their staff during and between sessions, and in any other place we can make a difference—we advocate for all things important to Texas real estate and all things important to members of Texas REALTORS®. We fight for the rights of consumers in Texas, for property owners, and for small business owners, as well. As advocates, we bring attention and action on issues that are important to us all.
If you aren’t able to join us at REALTOR® Day at the Texas Capitol, it doesn’t mean you can’t be involved. Check out our policy positions at texasrealestate.com/issues. Make sure you’re getting the RECAP legislative email updates (email recap@texasrealestate.com to subscribe). And be on the lookout for calls to action and other requests to volunteer. Working together with a voice 140,000 members strong, Texas REALTORS® works for the good of all in our profession and the people of Texas.