Realtor of the Week: Brann uses experience to assist clients
Bernstein Realty’s Julie Brann, a 15-year veteran real estate agent and native Houstonian, delivers a unique experience to her clients with an extensive knowledge of the city and its outlying areas.
Her focus area, which includes the inner areas of Houston, ranges from the Heights to Montrose, Midtown, Bellaire, the Med Center, West University and east downtown. She also works in Katy, Cypress and Sugar Land.
Brann said it is a good time to sell a home, but has been challenging for buyers with low inventory.
“I’ve had multiple offer situations with several of my buyers,” Brann said. “I also focus on the Memorial area quite a bit since I live in there. I’ve seen a bit of demand for homes in Memorial, particularly listings under $1 million.”
As a Memorial resident since 1999, Braun knows the schools, amenities and restaurants.
“I’m very partial to the Memorial area, and I love to work in the area. There is so much to do in the area. I also branch out from Memorial quite often, as I have clients buying and selling all over the Houston area,” Brann said.
Brann chose real estate to have a flexible schedule for her children’s activities. She joined Bernstein Realty 15 years ago, and their boutique nature has been a great fit for her. Her former nine-year career was in the computer industry at IBM and Compaq.
“When they (the kids) reached middle school, it was time to start a new career, and real estate worked perfectly for me. Real estate involves a lot of hours, but they can be flexible. I enjoy meeting new clients and having a different experience with each of them. It’s always exciting and challenging. There’s never a dull moment,” Brann said.
Her dedication to clients has earned her numerous sales awards, including the Rising Star Award and the Top Producers 2020. She also gained extensive knowledge in relocation with clients either buying or selling a home associated with a company move.
“I’ve also received numerous monthly awards each year for top sales, listings or leases. I always appreciate the recognition, but the relationship with my clients is what drives me,” she said.
Brann said her patience, understanding, empathy and communication skills are key personal traits. Putting yourself in your client’s shoes helps you understand their needs and motivations, she added.
“It’s important to appreciate the stress that can accompany buying or selling a home. Competency is key, but listening to clients is the most important aspect. Proactive communication is crucial as well. My goal is to anticipate and address questions before they’re asked so clients know that I’m one step ahead during every part of the process,” Brann said.