The Real Estate Council of Austin, Inc. (RECA) is a member-oriented organization committed to economic development and real estate-related issues in one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. It is a non-profit corporation (501 (c) 6) created January 15, 1991.
RECA's mission is to be an effective resource and advocate for the interests of the real estate industry and to promote and sustain the Greater Austin region as an outstanding community in which all its citizens have the opportunity to find meaningful employment, affordable housing and outstanding education within a clean and safe environment. RECA believes that achieving a sustainable balance of economic, social and environmental interests is critical to the long-term vitality of our community.
RECA has 2,000+ members. Our membership is a diverse group of Austin's leading citizens representing a wide range of professions, including, but not limited to, accounting, appraisal, architecture, banking, brokerage, building and contracting, development, engineering, interior design, land planning, landscaping, property leasing and property management, public relations, title and property insurance, interested citizens and more.
RECA's Committees actively work on important public policy issues and community service projects, such as the Gardner-Betts Art Auction, Christmas in October and the RECA Charity Golf Classic.
RECA is managed by its members through an Executive Committee and a Board of Directors, which are elected annually. Directors may serve additional terms, if requested by the Nominating Committee. Individual projects and issues are managed through RECA Committees.