Real Estate InsightsJanuary 15, 2024
By Katie Showell

Building More Than Homes: A Fresh Take on Real Estate, Development & Intention

Welcome to a space where real estate meets intuition, design, and strategy. I’m Katie Showell—Austin Realtor, developer, and founder of Topos Collective—sharing insights on the market, mindful investing, community-driven development, and creating a life you love, one home at a time.

Building More Than Homes: A Fresh Take on Real Estate, Development & Intention

Welcome to the Blog

Hi there. I’m Katie Showell, and I’m so glad you’ve landed here.

For over 15 years I’ve called Austin home. I started in corporate sales and marketing—leading teams, optimizing profitability, and managing hundreds of millions in business. Today I wear many hats: Realtor, Developer, Founder of Topos Collective, Founder of Noble Real Estate Group, and intuitive guide. My mission? To blend smart strategy with heart-centered vision, helping people like you build financial freedom and live beautifully.

What I Do

  • As a Realtor in Austin, I analyze deeply, negotiate with integrity, and treat every transaction like a meaningful financial decision—not just a sale.

  • As a developer through Topos Collective, I help bring purpose-driven infill projects and community-focused developments to life. Because I believe real estate isn’t just assets—it’s architecture, impact, and legacy.

  • As a mom and intuitive entrepreneur, I honor the rhythms of life, the vibe of a space, and the unseen energy of possibility. I combine analytics and intuition, spreadsheets and soul.

What to Expect Here

This blog is going to be a mix of things—practical, strategic, inspiring. Some of what’s coming:

  • Deep dives into the Austin market: neighborhood spotlights, development trends, what’s moving and why.

  • Buy vs. build: how thinking like a developer changes the way you buy, invest, and live.

  • The mom/entrepreneur perspective: how I stay aligned, lead from heart, and build with intention.

  • Intuition meets equity: real estate + mindset + design. Because making a wise financial decision doesn’t mean you give up your soul.

  • Stories of freedom and legacy: how you build not just a house, but a life, a community, a mark.

Why You’ll Want to Stay

Because I believe that real estate—and life—should feel powerful and grounded. You don’t have to choose between being a savvy investor or a deeply human being. You don’t have to trade strategy for purpose. My hope is that this space becomes one where you feel seen, informed, and inspired to move boldly.

So whether you’re:

  • Buying your first home and want to get it right

  • Selling and want to maximize your outcome

  • Building or investing and want to think like a developer

  • Exploring life, legacy, and the spaces we create

…you’re in the right place.

Let’s start this journey together. Stay tuned for the first full-length blog post dropping next week. Until then: thanks for being here. I’m excited for what’s ahead.

Warmly,
Katie

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Get in Touch With Me

I'm here to help! Whether you're buying, selling, or just curious about the Austin market, I'd love to chat and answer any questions you might have. Let's make your real estate dreams a reality.

Katie Showell - Austin Real Estate Agent