Harlingen Real Estate Agents

Carmen was born and raised in Brownsville, Texas. She graduated from St. Joseph's Academy. From UT-B, she holds a Bachelor of Arts Major in Spanish. From 1992-1997 Carmen worked as a bilingual teacher for BISD. She is also a notary public. Currently, she is a sales agent/REALTOR at Keller Williams Realty LRGV and a member of the Brownsville/SPI Board of Realtors. carmengavito.kwrealty.com

I am a Texas Realtor, associated with Keller Williams Realty, LRGV. A high quality, professional realty firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence. With over 45 years in the Rio Grande Valley and working in the Healthcare environment, I'm a family oriented. I understand the importance decision of finding or selling a home. I love to help buyers find what they are looking for and help sellers get the smoothest transaction as possible. Whether buying or selling, please give me an opportunity to be of service. I give it my all when it comes to the entire process of buying or selling. I take on the negotiation process with skill and expertise to help my clients reach a deal that is within their budget. As your agent, you can be confident that I'll be with you for the long haul, even after the deal is closed. Please contact me today, and together, we will make your dream to own a home a reality

I visited South Padre Island for the first time in 1998. I purchased my first slice of Island paradise in 2004 and have been an owner of both rental and residential property.
After a variety of careers (musician, educator of gifted & talented students, librarian, and technology specialist), I obtained my real estate license in 2013 and moved to SPI as a full-time resident.


Professional Organizations/Service
South Padre Island Board of Realtors 2023 & 2024 President
SPI Board of Realtors Multiple Listing Service - Past Committee Chair
National Association of Realtors - member
Texas Association of Realtors - member
SPI Planning & Zoning Commission

Awards & Achievements
2022 Realtor of the Year - South Padre Island Board of Realtors
Keller Williams Platinum Honors 2022
appeared on HGTV's "Island Life"
appeared on HGTV's "Beachfront Bargain Hunt"
holds three college degrees
member of two high IQ societies, Mensa and Intertel

Designations & Certifications
Designations and certifications acknowledge experience and expertise in various real estate sectors, and are awarded by the National Association of Realtors or affiliated groups upon completion of required courses and/or passing of examinations. I have earned the following designations/certifications:
Resort and Second-Home Property Specialist (RSPS)
Seller Representative Specialist (SRS)
Certified Luxury Home Specialist (LHC)
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
Digital Marketing Social Media Certificate (DMSM)
Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA)
Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE)
Graduate, Realtor Institute (GRI)
Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR)
Certified Real Estate Internet Marketing (ePRO)
Military Relocation Professional (MRP)

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