Meet Em Strong

My relationship with real estate started at a front desk in high school. A couple of degrees, several careers, and a few plot twists later, I finally made it official, earning my real estate license in the summer of 2026 and joining Christie's International Real Estate Lone Star.

Before that? I studied psychology in Connecticut, earned my graduate degree at Texas State University, and worked as a school psychologist. I've also spent time in private equity, hospitality, and higher education. At one point, I thought I'd become an interior designer. Turns out, I just really love houses. And people. Which makes real estate a pretty fitting place to land.

I've called a few parts of Austin home, including South and East Austin, and Allandale has had my heart for a while. I first explored the neighborhood years before eventually moving here with my partner, Alan. Five years in, I still love wandering the streets, admiring the architecture, walking to our neighborhood favorites, and finding reasons to bring people together. Porch party, anyone?

Alan and I work together to help people buy and sell homes throughout Austin. Some of the most meaningful work we do involves helping families navigate probate or sell a longtime home as a loved one moves into senior living. These moments often come with a lot to consider, and we love being the people who can make the process feel a little easier. Closer to home, we're always delighted to help our Allandale neighbors with whatever their next chapter holds.

I think buying or selling a home should feel like working with someone who genuinely gets you. Someone who listens, pays attention, offers an honest perspective, and understands that what makes a home special is different for everyone.

When I'm not looking at houses, I'm probably walking the Lady Bird Lake Trail, gathering friends around a table, enjoying live music, finding somewhere delicious to eat, or laughing at a comedy show.

I have a soft spot for good architecture, great conversation, and a bathtub worth canceling plans for.