austin home team
For over 20 years, our success has come from leading with care in everything we do.
Whether it’s hosting one of our many large annual client events, or just checking in regularly on our clients and their home, we’re constantly working to figure out ways to serve our people before, during, and long after the transaction is complete. That’s what sets us apart from the market, and turns our clients into walking billboards for our service.
Meet The Team
Chris Austin
LICENSED REALTOR/PRINCIPAL AGENT
Chris has been assisting clients in the Kansas City real estate market since 2004. He combines his education from Mid-America Nazarene University with his experience in navigating nearly 2,000 real estate transactions, to help clients achieve their real estate goals.
As a Kansas City native, Chris has strong experience in both Kansas and Missouri, where for over 2 decades he has built one of Kansas City’s top real estate teams. Consistently ranked in KC’s top 50 realtors, Chris’ passion for building long lasting relationships with his clients before, during, and long after the transaction is complete has led to a successful real estate business based over 90% by referral.
Over the years, Chris has built an amazing team of agents and support staff geared solely to serving their clients, and creating walking billboards out of everyone they serve.
When not selling real estate, Chris is an accomplished musician and athlete, and spends his free time watching sports, playing with the worship team at church, or hanging out with his wife and two kids!
Heather Austin
Director of Operations
Heather has been serving clients since 2015, after ten years as a research dietitian for the University of Kansas Medical Center. With a strong background in leading high level teams, Heather directs all administrative operations for the Austin Home Team. She has extensive experience in all facets of the home buying and selling process, and uses that knowledge to continuously improve and refresh team operations.
Heather spends her time with her husband and two kids, and cheering on her favorite sports teams! She is also an avid online shopper, and loves to travel to anywhere warmer than a Kansas City winter!
Erin Clark
Client Care Coordinator
Erin has been a trusted member of the Austin Home Team since the beginning of her real estate career in 2019. As the manager of all client care systems from contract to close, she ensures that every detail is handled with precision and care. Her strong attention to detail and unwavering commitment to customer service allow clients to enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience throughout their real estate journey.
Married for 20 years, Erin is a proud mom to two children, Jillian and Raegan. Outside of work, she loves cheering on her kids at their sporting events, spending time with friends and family, and diving into a good book.
Jim Montemayor
LISTING COORDINATOR/LICENSED REALTOR
Jim has been serving the Kansas City real estate market since 2015. With a strong background in new construction, he has an intimate knowledge of how homes are put together. As a “service focused” realtor, Jim goes out of his way to ensure that his clients remain protected and happy with the entire real estate transaction.
When not selling homes, Jim enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and twin boys.
Kim Arndt
Client Concierge
Kim spent most of her life owning and operating Border Bandido, a popular Mexican restaurant in Lawrence, KS with her husband, Mark. The restaurant was a local favorite for years, and Kim loved connecting with customers and building friendships along the way. When she and Mark decided to close the restaurant for retirement, Kim quickly realized she loved people too much to fully step away.
In 2022, she joined The Austin Home Team, where she gets to keep doing what she does best—caring for people and staying in touch! Kim handles post-closing follow-up for our clients, making sure they always feel supported long after the sale.
She’s as sweet and genuine as they come, and she never meets a stranger.
When she’s not catching up with clients, Kim loves spending time with her husband Mark, their son and daughter-in-law, David and Liz, and her two grandkids, Logan and Ellie—who are her whole world.
Nate Parks
Licensed Realtor/Lead Agent
Nate has been serving clients on both sides of the state line since 2013. With a degree in finance, and over 10 years experience as a financial planner, Nate is skilled at protecting his client’s investment as if it were his own. Nate is originally from Nebraska, and also brings a unique and personal understanding to the nuances of relocating a household. Clients love the detailed and service driven approach he brings to every transaction.
In his free time, Nate enjoys coaching basketball, and spending time with his wife and two kids.
Caisha Cooper
Licensed Realtor
Caisha has been serving the Kansas City metro real estate market since 2017. She is a Kansas City native who has lived and gained experience in all parts of the metro bringing extensive knowledge all around town! With a background in customer service and business, she brings a strong investment mindset as she advocates for and guides each client through a successful transaction to help them gain wealth through real estate.
Caisha’s greatest accomplishment is being a mother to her two children, Ryder and Bennie June. Second to that, enjoying life and their children together with the love of her life, Jarod. When not selling homes in KC- you can find Caisha with her family in Chicago or somewhere on a California coast. She loves iced coffee, her Saint Bernard, Charlie, yoga and surrounding herself with powerful and inspiring women.
Emily Paquin
Licensed Realtor
Emily has been helping clients reach their goal of homeownership since 2016. Prior to working in real estate, Emily honed her skills in client relations and project management working in sales. She’s a graduate of UMKC with a BBA and emphasis in marketing. Emily loves helping clients achieve their dream of owning the perfect home, and is committed to providing the highest level of service to everyone she assists.
Emily lives in Brookside with her husband, son and two daughters. She loves being outside and staying active, traveling, spending time with her family and enjoying all that her hometown of Kansas City has to offer.
Parker Mullins
Licensed Realtor
Parker joined the team in 2021, after spending more than four years working in the field of home inspections. He is a graduate of UMKC with a BBA and emphasis in entrepreneurship. Known for his strong work ethic and client-first mindset, he proudly serves clients across the Metro with excellence and care.
Parker is a Kansas City Native and an avid KC sports fan. Outside of real estate, he loves to go to concerts, attend sporting events, and travel.
Dallas Ascencio
Licensed Realtor
Dallas is a Kansas City native who has been proudly serving the KC Metro real estate market since 2020. With a strong background in sales, he brings extensive knowledge and a high level of customer service to every client he works with.
Combining his real estate experience with his time on the Gladstone Board and Commissions, Dallas offers valuable insight into sales, marketing, negotiations, and zoning laws—making him uniquely equipped to guide his buyers, sellers, and investors through every step of the process. He’s passionate about helping people achieve their dream of homeownership.
Outside of real estate, Dallas enjoys spending time with his wife and son. Whether relaxing with family and friends or exploring the outdoors, he makes the most of every moment.
John Tramble Jr.
Licensed Realtor
John was born and raised in the Kansas City Metro area, and has been serving clients since 2017. A veteran of the United States Air Force, and a former Air Traffic Controller with the Federal Aviation Administrator, John is no stranger to handling high levels of detail and stress. During the course of his FAA career, he was elected 3 times to represent his facility as Union President to negotiate on the employees behalf. John’s passion to serve, and his proven negotiating skills, makes him a premier advocate for every client he serves.
John is licensed to practice real estate in Texas, Kansas and Missouri, and is a designated Military Relocation Professional and Accredited Buyer Representative.
When not selling real estate, John loves spending time with his former high school sweetheart turned wife, along with serving as a member of the Leroy Hill chapter of the American Legion in Gardner Kansas and serving on the Gardner Rotary.
Tim Sikpi
Licensed Realtor
Being a force for good drives Tim Sikpi as a real estate professional. Originally from Connecticut and licensed in Missouri, California, and Texas, Tim has been serving clients at a high level since 2016, and serves a diverse clientele that reflects his dedication to connecting with individuals from all walks of life.
“I love helping people find and buy their dream home or sell to get where they want to be,” Tim says. As he guides them toward their goals and dreams, clients become lifelong friends. “I am here to serve,” he says, and he backs it up as a savvy negotiator and an expert in residential and investment real estate.
Tim’s clients include professional athletes, move-up or move-on sellers, and investors. However, he also has a special place in his heart for first-time buyers, as he is proud to help them achieve lifelong dreams or become the first in their family to own a home.
Whether buyers, sellers, or investors, Tim treats every client and transaction with focus, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. In his spare time, Tim is active in his local church, and he enjoys sports (especially basketball), music, movies, and spending time with his wife and three sons. Tim also coaches flag football and basketball teams for the kids, and he likes to daydream about being an NBA analyst for ESPN.
Ryan Neal
Licensed Realtor
After more than a decade working in customer service, tech, and live event production — including several years helping run large-scale virtual events at Zoom — Ryan decided to take his passion for people, planning, and problem-solving into the world of real estate. Now Ryan helps buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the market with confidence and clarity.
Ryan is all about keeping things simple, stress-free, and maybe even fun. His clients know him for being approachable, responsive, and honest — someone who listens closely and works hard to make sure their needs are met every step of the way.
When he’s not helping clients, Ryan enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals, playing board games, or competing in local pinball tournaments. Ryan loves Kansas City and would be honored to help you find your place in it.