Clients and Employers

• Client: Passion Missions
  
• Client Need: 1,200 SF Office Lease.
  
• Status: November 2017 Lease Commencement
  

• Client: J Mark Huckabee
  
• Asking Price: $850,000
• Client Need: Marketing and Sale of Land.
  
• Status: Purchased  November 2017

• Client: Private Investor
  
• Asking Price: $952,000
• Client Need: Income Producing Investment Property.
  
• Status: Purchased September 2017
  

• Client: KDKB, LLC
  
• Asking Price: $4.00/SF of land
• Client Need: Market and Sell 13 acre Multifamily Site.
  
• Status: SOLD, July 2017
  

• Client: Mechanical Contractors Association
  
• Asking Price: $975,000
• Client Need: Market and Sell Office Property across from Mueller Re-Development.
  
• Status: SOLD, July 2017
  

• Client: HPI Real Estate Services & Investments
  
• Asking Price: $4.00/SF of land
• Client Need: Market and Sell 8 acres out of a 100 acre Master Planned Industrial, Retail, Office Property.
  
• Status: SOLD, November 2016
  

• Client: Orangestone Capital
  
• Asking Price: $350,000
• Client Need:  Market and Sell 2 acre Office Site in Great Hills, Austin, Texas .
  
• Status: SOLD, 2016
  

• Client: R W Faulkner
  
• Asking Price: $200,000
• Client Need: Sell Lot in Hill Country Subdivision
  
• Status: SOLD, May 2016.
  

• Client: Urban Concrete
  
• Asking Price: $398,000
• Client Need: Market For Sale 10 acre site on US Hwy 183 South.
  
• Status: Closed March 2016.
  

• Client: Texas Bomanite (Concrete Specialty Contractor)
  
• Lease Rate: Asking $.75/SF/Month
• Client Need: 1,500 SF Office Warehouse lease space
  
• Services: Identification, showing, and lease negotiations.
  
• Status: Leased February 2016.

• Client: Capital Industries (Mechanical Contractor)
  
• Lease Rate: Asking $.90/SF/Month
• Client Need:  4,000 SF Industrial lease space with some warehouse
  
• Services: Identification, showing, and lease negotiations.
  
• Status: Leased April 2015.

• Client: Dynamic Systems
  
• Asking Price: $18/SF/Year
• Client Need: 3-4,000 SF affordable office space near UT campus.
  
• Services: Identification, showing, and lease negotiations
  
• Status: Leased January 2015.
  

• Client: CX Properties
  
• Sold to:  Northspur Properties
• Asking Price: $3.85/SF Land
• Client Need: Market For Sale 9.46 acres in this 70 acre commercial subdivision.
  
• Services: Work with engineer and surveyor to replat lot. Negotiate the sale of this lot in this Buda, TX commercial subdivision.
  
• Status: Sold, November 2015.

• Client: Dynamic Systems
• Sold to: Speed Tech Lights
  
• Asking Price: $3.25/SF Land
• Client Need: Market For Sale 2.5 acres in this 70 acre commercial subdivision.
  
• Services: Work with engineer and surveyor to replat lot. Negotiate the sale of this lot in this Buda, TX commercial subdivision.
  
• Status: Sold, October 2015.

• Client: CX Properties
  
• Asking Price: $3.85/SF Land
• Client Need: Market For Sale 9 acres in this 70 acre commercial subdivision.
  
• Services: Work with engineer and surveyor to replat lot. Negotiate the sale of this lot in this Buda, TX commercial subdivision.
  
• Status: Sold, October and December 2014.

• Client:  Kalantari Group
  
• Asking Price:  $6.00/SF Land
• Client Need: Identify office or retail sites to purchase for development of office or retail as a part of a 1031 Exchange transaction
• Status:  Purchased,  July 2014.

• Client: Dynamic Systems Inc.
  
• Buyer: Chamberlin Roofing.
• Asking Price: $3.25/SF Land
• Client Need: Market For Sale 14 acres in this 70 acre commercial subdivision.
  
• Services: Work with engineer and surveyor to replat lot. Negotiate the sale of this lot in this Buda, TX commercial subdivision.
  
• Status: Sold, July 2014.

• Client: Sunterra Landscape Services
  
• Buyer: Longhorn Lawn
• Asking Price: $350,000
• Client Need: Market For Sale 4 acre South Austin infill property.
  
• Services: Determine zoning, work through determination of site utilities.  Negotiate the sale of this lot in Austin, TX.
  
• Status: Sold, May 2014.

• Client:  Dynamic Systems Inc.
  
• Buyer:  Fat Quarter Shop.
• Asking Price:  $3.25/SF Land
• Client Need: Market For Sale 14 acres in this 70 acre commercial subdivision.
  
• Services: Work with engineer and surveyor to replat 2 lots into one 6 acre and one 3.44 acre lot. Negotiate the sale of this lot in this Buda, TX commercial subdivision.
  
• Status:  Sold, December 2013.

• Client:  FGI Services, Inc.
  
• Buyer:  Private Investor
  
• Asking Price:   $4.75/SF Land
  
• Client Need:  Market For Sale 8 acres in this 2 lot commercial subdivision.
  
• Services:  Replat subdivision and negotiate sale of this lot to investor.
  
• Status:  Sold October 2013.

• Client:  FGI Services
  
• Buyer:  Ellis and Salazar
  
• Client Need:  Market and sell warehouse building.
  
• Services:  Lot replat and negotiate sale of property.
  
• Status:  Sold July 2013.

• Need: Sell this 4,000 SF retail center.
  
• Services: Marketed property through internet listings, connecting with other brokerages, email, word of mouth and signage on site.  Negotiated through a Tenant Estoppel issue and closed the property with minimal delay.
  
• Status: Sold December 2012.

Melissa Clark

“We had the pleasure of working again with Mark on our last commercial transaction and the results were phenomenal. His patience, experience and negotiation skills were incredible and he really went above and beyond in handling our investment. When in doubt and you’re trying to find the right realtor who not only will help you buy or sell a property, most importantly you need to find someone who is ethical, trustworthy, honest, and experienced and Mark is just that and more.  He will walk you through the process, always do the right thing, and be there for the next transaction, your realtor for life!”

• Need:  Short term lease for this National Company that distributes misc metals .
  
• Services:  Located and negotiated a short term lease for this national metals distribution company with an eye toward a permanent site purchase as the business is established in the area.  Office, vehicle parking and outdoor storage needs were met with the property identified .
  
• Status: Opened in October 2012.

• Need: Purchase small office.
  
• Services:  Property identification, contract negotiation, contract management and closing.Business Owner / Buyer looking for an office location to own instead of leasing.  Found an ideal spot with potential for property appreciation, negotiated contract and closed.
  
• Status: Closed September 2012.

Jamie Nielson.

“Mark represented me in the purchase of investment real estate. He clearly had my interest in mind. Mark provided valuable advice to advance my position and to anticipate/avoid problems that could delay or put the transaction at risk. Mark communicates thoughtfully and clearly. He is not interested in just getting the deal done . . .he is interested in getting the right deal done for his client. I wholeheartedly recommend him and would use his services again in the future.” September 17, 2012

• Need: Sell this 2 acre Office Site in Sunset Valley, TX.
  
• Services: Marketed this property listing through internet, and connecting with other brokerage firms through email and word of mouth – no sign advertising.  Negotiated a closing that took place upon the Buyer obtaining zoning and plan approval for site.
  
• Status: Closed July 2012.

• Need: Purchase of residence adjacent to facility.
  
• Services:  Wrote Contract and administered through closing.Helped Settlement Home for no fee purchase a rental property near their campus on Payton Gin.  Wrote contract and lead the due diligence process through the closing.
  
• Status: Closed August 2012.
  

• Need: Home Purchase.
  
• Services: Found a to be built home site in a convenient, new South Austin neighborhood being built by Taylor Morrison, negotiated contract, assisted with due diligence, punchlist and contract changes and closed the property .
  
• Status: Closed March 2012.
  

• Need:  Office purchase.
  
• Services:  Assisted Buyer looking to purchase a business location instead of leasing.  Identified, negotiated and closed on an office condominium property including a last minute closing complication related to Seller’s divorce.
  
• Status:  Moved into office condominium purchase of 4,600 sf, April 2012.
  

• Need:  Permanent location for Austin aerial arts performance company.
  
• Services:Identified a location for this group that had a tight budget and unique building needs including a very high ceiling and a weight bearing structural beam in ceiling needed for their craft.  Negotiated a lease and got them moved into a place to their full satisfaction.
  
• Status:Moved into 2,400 sf lease space in February 2012.

Winnie, Hsia.

“Mark helped Sky Candy navigate the very serious endeavor of moving into our first permanent warehouse space. He was an excellent, timely communicator and ultimately helped us get a great deal on the amazing space we now call home. We would definitely work with Mark again and highly recommend him to all our fellow small business owners seeking space in Austin!” February 29, 2012

• Need: Lot purchase for Urban Development Division home construction.
  
• Services:  Located a home site for this National homebuilding company in an existing Northwest Austin neighborhood.  Negotiated the contract and closed the property.
  
• Status: Lot purchase closed in October 2011.

Chad Durham, David Weekley Homes, Urban Development Manager.

“In regards to our recent lot purchase of 7312 Running Rope in North West Hills, Mark Pustka did an excellent job in facilitating the acquisition and transaction. David Weekley Homes very much appreciates his  professionalism and thoroughness throughout the entire due-diligence phase and transaction phase.  We would definitely recommend him and his services to any other folks who have real estate needs in Austin  Texas.”

November 2011

• Need: Identify Investment property to provide cash flow and property appreciation investment goals.
  
• Services: Located a distressed retail property in Leander for an Investor Client looking to purchase $1+ million in local real estate.  Analyzed income, expenses and assisted Buyer with a proforma that projected a favorable return for this client.  Negotiated a contract and closed on this income producer.
  
• Status: Client purchased a 5,987 square foot retail center anchored by Starbucks, August, 2011.

• Need: Permanent Location for Day Care Facility.  Previously leasing less than one acre and small house but wanted to own and expand.
• Services: Assisted for minimal fee a small business owner looking to purchase a day care facility and adjacent lot.  Stepped into contract negotiations after the property was under contract and negotiated with several family members a complicated property closing.
• Status: Purchased +/- 5,400 SF of bldgs and 4+ acres of land, May 2011

• Need: +/- 10,000 SF, South Austin convenient to I-35, Was leasing but wanted to buy
• Services: Assisted this local contracting firm in identifying an office building location that they could purchase with more than needed square footage to allow for business growth, potential appreciation and interim leasing income.  Negotiated an 11^th hour solution that addressed both sides needs, contracted and closed this property
• Status: Purchased 17,000 SF office building, December 2010

Bobby Rios, CFO Bartlett Cocke

“Mark did a great job of finding us a property that was a great value and that was a good fit for us. He was extremely patient.” December 20, 2010

• Need: Three (3) Acre Site with Office
• Services: Identified a location for this small business needing to park eighteen wheel vehicle transporters with good access to major roadways on a small budget. Found a location on US Highway 183 negotiated a contract and closed.
  
• Status: Fall 2010 Closing of +/- 3 Acres with Hwy 183 frontage

• Need: Distressed, Income Producing Properties
• Services: Act as a consultant assisting this active group of investors with a myriad of real estate services from landlord lease review, tenant negotiations, ranch property contracts, misc. property purchases and listing for sale several area land holdings
  
• Status: Most recent purchase was 100 acres in Kyle, Texas in October 2010

• Need: Class 1000 and Class 100 Clean Room and Office Space, 16,200 SF
• Services: Negotiated an initial 3 year lease term and have subsequently negotiated a second term.  Saved Client money with lease provisions requiring a functioning HVAC Unit acceptable to Client before lease payments could begin.
  
• Status: Signed Lease in May, 2009, with Live Oak Gottesman and negotiated lease extension in Spring 2012 through 2015.
  

• Need: Live + Work Space, 1,700 SF in 2009. Then expanded to 1,200 SF office only space in 2010. Expanded to 2,700 SF office space at 6800 N Lamar in 2011.
  
• Services: To date have located three unique leasehold premises to fit this company’s startup budget as well as their casual, funky, flexible work style.  Initial lease was for Live + Work space then a modern first floor of a new multistory apartment building and finally an end-cap in a converted retail center
  
• Status: Moved into 2,700 SF at 6800 N Lamar in December 2011.
  

Sean McDonald, Principal Strategist, Ant’s Eye View

“Mark knows Austin real estate. I had a commercial real estate need and further complicated my need by changing in mid stream to find a hybrid commercial/residential rental. Mark was creative and flexible, reached out to his network and found the ideal location, price, property for our small business.

Great partnership, happy and ready to endorse Mark for both large and small commercial real estate assistance. Doesn’t try to sell you on something you don’t need, but instead invests in the relationship for a satisfied customer.” September 15, 2009

Jake McKee, Chief Innovation Officer, Ant’s Eye View

“We’ve worked with Mark on three offices and a sublease. He’s been a fantastic partner, and has put up with quite a bit of back and forth and pickiness on our part! Can’t recommend strongly enough!”
Service Category: Real Estate Agent
Year first hired: 2009 (hired more than once)
Top Qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity

December 2011

• Need: Land for New Church and Ministries Buildings
• Services: Worked with church leaders and Pastor to locate an 18 acre site within their South Austin / Buda location requirements.  The site allows them to add buildings and grow as they need to with its ample site size.
  
• Status: Closed March, 2008

Will McManus, Bldg Committee, Fellowship Church

“Mark definitely has his clients best interests as his top priority. He seeks to get the job done professionally and with a high degree of ethics. He is highly recommended!” February 19, 2009

• Need: Commercial lot for landscape maintenance operations
  
• Services: Identified and negotiated the purchase of a small office and yard area for this Austin / San Antonio area landscape maintenance business in San Antonio, Texas 
• Status: Purchased January 2008
  

• Need: Income Producing Multi-Family Residential Property
• Services: Located and negotiated the purchase of this Lakeway duplex for this client seeking investment income as well as the potential for an appreciable asset
• Status: Purchased in September, 2007

“From my particular vantage point of the real estate transaction, the fact that any new home purchase is an enormous financial investment remains the most important component. Mark takes that point to a new level. He not only fully understands the dollar signs but also the fact that a home is also a place to build memories. Working with Mark is always a breeze and successful!” September 21, 2009

• Need: Three (3) acre commercial lot for construction yard and office operations
  
• Services: Located and negotiated a contract for the purchase of an office with a yard and outdoor storage area in San Antonio, TX for this regional irrigation company.
• Status: Purchased in May, 2007