From Journalism to Real Estate

My background in journalism has instilled in me a curiosity to understand people's stories. In real estate, this translates to understanding your vision, whether it's for a luxury home, commercial development land or a sprawling ranch or winery. Clients often express surprise at the depth of my questions, but it's this very approach that allows me to find their "perfect fit."

Your Vision, My Expertise

Having mastered diverse and complex deals, I bring strategy and creativity to the table. My years in public relations and marketing have equipped me with the skills to effectively showcase the properties I am selling, ensuring they stand out in the market. But beyond successful transactions, what I truly cherish are the relationships I build with my clients.

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Together, Towards Your Next Chapter

The initial conversations with clients are always special whether they are selling or buying. It's a window into their aspirations, and I consider it a privilege to guide them through their real estate journey while protecting their interests. My commitment is to ensure you are well-informed and confident at every step. Let's collaborate and make your next move the best one yet. I also have a network of agents across the country. If you are moving from Austin to a new city or state, I can help you find the perfect agent in your new destination.

Barbara’s Affiliations and Local Involvement

In addition to earning her Broker’s license, Barbara has obtained Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designations. She is also a Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE); a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and Million Dollar Guild member from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing; alumni of Leadership Dripping Springs Class 6; member Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce; Treasurer of Sawyer Ranch HOA; Dripping Springs Independent School District Certified Realtor and supporter of Restoration Ranch - an organization that rescues horses and uses them in equine therapy for combat veterans. She holds a BA in Journalism from Temple University in Philadelphia where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She has also taken graduate classes and has a certificate in Negotiation Mastery through Harvard Business School online.

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Barbara's Favorites

To truly experience Austin, you must immerse yourself in the city's vibrant live music scene and enjoy a meal at one of our eclectic food trucks or farm-to-table restaurants. With our year-round pleasant weather, taking advantage of Austin's outdoor activities, from paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake to hiking in the Hill Country, is a must. Favorite place to:

Buy a hat.

Maufrais

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Pick up a housewarming gift.

The Rural Home

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Sip a Texas wine.

Untamed Winery

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Rejuvenate.

Salon Mystique

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Barbara's Story

Barbara holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Temple University in Philadelphia and has taken graduate courses at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and the University of South Florida in Tampa.

Barbara has a passion for client service and relationship building. She works very hard to understand her clients’ needs and concerns and strives to deliver results that exceed expectations.

When she is not working, Barbara can often be found hiking along the Barton Creek Greenbelt, two-stepping at the Broken Spoke or meeting friends at one of Austin’s many great restaurants.

Clients Turn to Barbara to Be Their Trusted Advisor & Advocate

TESTIMONIALS

Real Clients. Real Stories.

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"Barbara did a fantastic job selling our home! She was very thorough, communicative and professional during the entire process! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a REALTOR® in the Austin area - she is amazing!"

Jackie R.

"Barbara was a trooper when it came to helping us find a home. She understood what we were looking for and also pushed us to think outside the box when it came to honing in on our must haves. She was diligent about staying within budget and the timelines we needed to find a home. Absolute rockstar!"

Chris L.

"Barbara did an amazing job! She went out of her way to find the perfect house for us, and even helped us when a problem came up with the sale of our house in another state. I can't recommend her enough!"

Terri D.

"Loved working with Barbara. She is a tough negotiator, and helped keep me on track with my goals. Very professional."

April M.

"Our house sold. It sounds very simple when you say those three words, but there really was a lot more. It sold simply, quickly, efficiently and for a fair price All that came with a kind ear and a warm heart. Barbara VanDyke wowed us from the beginning with her ability to see our confusing market and price our home competitively within it. She has a wonderful marketing team that helps her get pictures done well and flyers out quickly. Her open house drew so many favorable viewers that our home sold within 3 days. She is sharp, confident and fun to work with."

Sarah G.

"We are so grateful that Barbara was the real estate agent we entrusted to selling our home. She was perfect every step of the way, from the initial work with our relocation company and deciding how to price the home, to the final stages of preparing for closing. Her honesty and integrity gave us so much trust in her. She made sure our house shined when showing it and we were out of town. Even though the market was at a low point and she was straightforward about it, she put everything into marketing our home, communicating every step of the way. Her efforts paid off as our house sold quicker than expected! Anyone would be lucky to have Barbara as an agent!"

Sara B.

"I have know Barbara for a while now and she is awesome. You will be in good hands working with her!"

Dylan M.

"We are extremely satisfied with Barbara's service, knowledge and professionalism. Barbara made the experience of selling our home stress free. Always quick to respond and ready to answer our questions. Barbara is dedicated to her craft and of course her smile puts you at ease even when things become challenging. We couldn't have been happier in our choice to work with Barbara. We would highly recommend her to family, friends and associates."

Jorge P.

"Barbara did an excellent job negotiating the sale of my house while also finding my dream home that had JUST hit the market! Barbara is knowledgable, trustworthy and resourceful. You NEED her your team when you are looking to buy or sell in the Austin area!"

Sandy L.

"Barbara is an exceptional realtor. My family and I move often for work and have had the opportunity to work with a large number of realtors. That said, Barbara is by far one the best realtors we have ever worked with. Barbara did an amazing job in presenting our house, guiding us through the overall process, and helping us receive what I believe was a top offer, especially in a more challenging market. She is insightful, diligent, and thorough in working on the behalf of her clients. I feel we were very lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Barbara and would recommend her to anyone. She has exceptional knowledge of the market and realty as a whole, and will be an asset to anyone with whom she works. We are greatly appreciative of Barbara and everything she did for us and I hope you have the opportunity to work with her as well!"

Dan B.

"We listed our home for sale after we had moved as we had kids and two dogs. So we really needed a REALTOR® who could keep a regular eye on our house as well as coordinate staging, cleaning and repairs as needed. Barbara was terrific - she was very responsive to our needs and went out to the house every few days in addition to open houses. She also coordinated staging, regular cleaning, painting as well as repairs that were agreed on with the buyers as part of the negotiation process. She has a complete roster of home repair professionals that can be used. Since this was also a corporate relocation she was very good at all the additional paperwork and dealing with the 3rd party relocation company."

Parth P.

"We were looking to purchase a home in the Austin area and used Barbara as our buyer agent. We are very happy with the experience and will definitely be working with her again. What you look for when you choose a REALTOR® may be different for everyone, but we can vouch that with Barbara you will get someone who will do her best to help you sell/buy your home."

Home Buyer

"My family and I moved to Austin from Portland in August 2020. Moving isn’t that fun, moving in the middle of a pandemic was intense, finding a house in Austin seemed almost impossible. After 1.5 years we bought a house! I can’t say enough good things about Barbara, I will forever be grateful that we found her at an open house in early 2020. She exceeded my expectations, she knows how to do her job, she’s always very well informed. TRUST that she WILL help you find what you are looking for, she will talk you through it and be clear as to what to expect. She’s not only an amazing REALTOR® but a remarkable trustworthy human being. I admire her integrity and we were lucky to find her."

Antonia Z G.

"It's easy to recommend Barbara to my friends and clients. She's pleasant, professional and attentive. A true pleasure to work with."

Dustin J.

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