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Written by: Dave Danielson

Photos by: Katie Wallace, Katie Wallace Studios

The commitment you make to your clients and their needs is ongoing … before, during, and after the closing.

Kathryn Macdonald approaches her growing business in the same way.

Dedicated Drive

As a REALTOR® and National Relocation Specialist with Better Homes and Gardens, Winans, Kathryn has the kind of dedication to her clients that she builds upon — seeing them through all the seasons of life.

“One of the parts that I really enjoy the most about real estate is the fact that it is fluid and always changing,” Kathryn says.

“Plus, I love speaking to everyone through time. I grow with my clients in all seasons of life.”

Kathryn earned her real estate license and began her journey in the industry in January 2015.

Finding a New Calling

Before that, she had found ongoing success on another path in Dallas — as a hair stylist, and color and extension specialist.

It was during her time working with one of her clients when she discovered a new path in life.

“I had a client who brought up the idea of me getting into real estate,” Kathryn remembers.

“She had a wholesale investment company and kept talking with me about getting into the business for about a year.”

Kathryn’s client even offered to pay for her to get her license and then come work with her.

“So I spoke to my husband, Ryan, and made the decision to give it a try. I had a lot of support as I started, because I had married into a real estate family,” Kathryn says.

“Ryan’s aunt and uncle (Dana and David Winans) are in the business, as is my fatherin-law, Rod Macdonald.”

Stepping Into Her Future

Kathryn started her adventure in the business with her client. While she enjoyed learning about the wholesale business, she wanted to be busier.

In time, she joined the team with Ryan’s aunt and uncle — the leaders of Better Homes and Gardens, Winans.

Through time she has continued learning, growing, and building her success. Along the way, she is thankful for those who have supported her career.

“Rod is more than my father-in-law. He has been in the brokerage for a long time, and he has been a great mentor to me. He is always very supportive of me when I call him with questions, no matter what time of day, he answers,” she smiles.

As Kathryn says, it takes a village of support from your loved ones to be a REALTOR®.

“You call on that village when needed, which, in turn, allows you to be present for your buyers and sellers,” Kathryn explains. “I’m so thankful for my parents, Ryan’s parents, Rod and Renee Macdonald, and also dear friends Robert (Bob) and Kimerly (Kim) Harvey to allow me to do just that... be present.”

Terrific Trajectory

Her success continues to mount. In fact, in 2022, Kathryn recorded over $9 million in sales volume with more than 45 transactions — placing her among the top six percent of REALTORS® nationally.

Family Foundation

Kathryn’s world is made much richer by her family. She treasures time with Ryan, and their children — Olivia and Ezra.

In her free time, Kathryn enjoys exploring new restaurants with Ryan. Another one of her big favorites away from work is supporting her children in their school and sports activities, including softball and t-ball.

When it comes to giving back, Kathryn is a big supporter of JDRF.

Always Forward

Kathryn is never content to rest on her laurels and past achievements. In fact, she actively seeks out feedback to enhance her efforts.

“I always ask for reviews to see how I can improve in what I do to serve my clients,” she says.

She is tireless in her efforts to make dreams come true for those around her. In fact, she remembers working on a transaction while she was in the hospital awaiting delivery of her youngest child.

Most recently, she was diagnosed with Guillian-Barre Syndrome. During that hospital stay she coordinated a mobile notary closing for a buyers purchase.

“You can’t just turn off life. That goes on no matter what is happening in my life. I love my job and serving people,” she says. “This is a service business, and I enjoy doing that through all seasons.”

Congratulations to Kathryn Macdonald for giving her all to make positive things happen in the lives of her clients … in turn, seeing them through all the seasons of life.