Jody Lockshin-Plotkin

Celebrating 20 years at the helm of Habitat Hunters, Jody Lockshin-Plotkin (BBA 83) has come a long way—from resourceful college graduate to well-established business owner. When she bought the business fresh out of college she was on her own with a client list and a few pieces of office furniture that came with the deal.

Now with 20 agents, Habitat Hunters enjoys local name recognition and loyalty and the autonomy that comes with being one of the few independently-owned real estate companies left in Austin. "Our independence gives us flexibility. We can do everything the national companies do, but better and more personally," says Jody. "Additionally, we're one of the few, if not only, real estate company with an on-staff attorney and CPA who's an invaluable resource to our clients."

The company maintains a reputation for professionalism, efficiency, and quality service. "My business degree gave me the building blocks necessary to visualize the opportunity afforded me to purchase, operate and expand my business," she says. "It also taught me about embracing technology." Habitat Hunters was one of the first companies in Austin with a fax, cell phones, e-mail, and a web page.

Jody finds matching clients with properties is more like a puzzle than a job. "Each property gets a different response from each person who sees it," she says. "My work is totally and constantly stimulating."

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