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Gregory Browning Realtor® / Associate

When it comes to buying or selling a Texas ranch, commercial property or residential property, it’s important to find a real estate agent with unwavering integrity and ethics and who also specializes in your particular property interests. At 1836 Realty Group, each of our agents must maintain this high level of professional standards because they represent both our company and our clients. One of these exceptional agents is Greg Browning — read more below to see why he would be an outstanding choice to help you with your real estate needs.

Whether it’s a live water property, recreational or hunting ranch, or any other category of real estate in the Texas Hill Country that you’re selling or buying, Greg will leverage his experience, expertise and extensive network to put you in a position to land the very best deal.

Growing up in McCulloch County, Texas, Greg Browning has enjoyed being part of the Lone Star State’s farm and ranch community for as long as he can remember. His passion for ranching, the outdoors, wildlife and wide open land led to a lifetime career in agriculture. He was a retail feed business owner and livestock producer, and also worked extensively in livestock marketing.

You will no doubt feel immediately confident with Greg as your real estate agent because of his integrity, drive, professionalism and results. It’s his job to understand your needs and to execute a plan to reach your goals, and he has the proven record that you want — and deserve — in a real estate agent representing your interests.

Greg’s experience successfully managing large portfolios and accounts for substantial and sustainable agriculture and animal health companies, both nationally and internationally, are a significant benefit to his work in the real estate industry. Greg has unique insights into the Texas real estate market, and he uses these to employ effective marketing strategies for his sellers, to identify profitable investment opportunities for his buyers — and to negotiate the best deals for all of his clients. 

While Greg claims the entire state of Texas as home, he and his wife, Nicole, along with their two children, reside in Dripping Springs, Texas.

Connor Griffin Realtor® / Associate

Josh Morgan Realtor® / Associate

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Marco Ramirez Realtor® / Associate

When it comes to buying or selling a Texas ranch, commercial property or residential property, it’s important to find a real estate agent with unwavering integrity and ethics and who also specializes in your particular property interests. At 1836 Realty Group, each of our agents must maintain this high level of professional standards because they represent both our company and our clients. One of these exceptional agents is Marco Ramirez — read more below to see why he would be an outstanding choice to help you with your real estate needs.

Clients with an interest in hunting, recreation, farming and investment properties greatly benefit from Marco's passion and experience in these real estate markets. If you know Marco and his roots, it’s no surprise that this avid outdoorsman and ambitious businessman is in land sales. Growing up in South Texas and the Hill Country, he came from a family of hard-working ranchers. He is a proud alum of Texas A&M University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree and studied many areas of the agriculture industry. 

Marco previously worked for a leading animal health company in Lexington, Kentucky. While working in the company’s equine division, Marco traveled across the country, and gained invaluable experience and a professional network that has continued to serve him and his clients well in the real estate business.  

It’s Marco’s top priority to provide his clients with an outstanding experience and the best deal possible as he works relentlessly to meet their real estate needs. Showing clients the possibilities that exist in the wide variety of Texas land is a great passion of his.

Marco also owns a land improvement company, which gives his clients access to extremely valuable insights and advice on land sales and purchases. He is an active member of the American Quarter Horse Association, Texas Quarter Horse Association, and the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association. Marco lives in Boerne, Texas, with his wife and a new addition to the Ramirez family - their precious baby girl.

Dereck Syfert Broker / Associate

When it comes to buying or selling a Texas ranch, commercial property or residential property, it’s important to find a real estate agent with unwavering integrity and ethics, who also specializes in your particular property interests. At 1836 Realty Group, each of our agents must maintain this high level of professional standards because they represent both our company and our clients. One of these exceptional agents is Dereck Syfert — read more below to see why he would be an outstanding choice to help you with your real estate needs.

Dereck joined the company in 2012 and obtained his broker's license in 2017. Over the course of his career, he has a proven record of successfully serving the needs of his clients in buying and selling farms, ranches, homes and commercial properties. He has been involved in many multimillion-dollar transactions and has the experience necessary to successfully handle these in-depth and often complex deals. Dereck has extensive experience with live water properties, recreational and investment ranches, the 1031 exchange process, multi-parcel contingency transactions, off-market transactions, ranch development, water development, wind and mineral rights, luxury homes and commercial properties. His knowledge of local and regional markets are a huge asset to anyone, whether they're buying or selling.

Prior to joining United Country Real Estate | 1836 Realty Group, Dereck earned a bachelor's degree in General Business from UTSA in San Antonio, and started working in the sitework construction industry. Dereck was intricately involved in all aspects of the industry from operating heavy equipment to the estimating and bidding process. With his background in business and construction, he adds immeasurable value to his clients deals by being able to advise them on the true potential and value of a property. He has done this on numerous occasions and helped his clients assess the cost and benefit of improving certain properties for investment, recreational or operational purposes.

Dereck has always had a passion for the outdoors and the Texas Hill Country. While growing up in the Kendall County area, he was blessed with the opportunity to experience everything the hill country has to offer; the beautiful Cypress-lined Guadalupe River, live water creeks and spring-fed streams, scenic hilltop views, and great recreational hunting. Dereck, his wife Kylie and their five children live in the Kerrville area, and are active in their church as well as their kids' many sporting activities.

Tonya Vicknair Realtor® / Associate

Toby Vicknair Realtor® / Realtree Land Pro

When it comes to buying or selling a Texas residential property, commercial property or ranch, it’s important to find a real estate agent with unwavering integrity and ethics who also specializes in your particular property interests. At 1836 Realty Group, each of our agents must maintain these high professional standards because they represent both our company and our clients. One of these exceptional agents is Toby Vicknair — read more below to see why he would be an outstanding choice to help you with your real estate needs.

Toby’s perseverance, business savvy and breadth of knowledge about Texas land will help you find the property of your dreams - whether it’s a live water, recreational, hunting or investment property. He is an expert when it comes to assessing the value and use of a variety of property types in Texas. Toby is also a Realtree United Country Land Pro, which provides significant nationwide exposure for his sellers' hunting properties. He has made a name for himself in the commercial property market as well, including becoming a reputable authority on large deals involving substantial vineyard/winery properties and businesses.

Toby owned his own landscape company for more than 20 years before entering the real estate industry. That experience in company ownership, commercial properties and competitive sales has proven time and again to be a significant benefit to his clients.

He is regularly researching best practices and emerging trends in real estate. This commitment to continual professional growth combined with his work ethic, extensive network and outstanding reputation are what set Toby apart in this competitive industry. He finds it extremely rewarding to help his clients, from that initial conversation about their real estate needs to the final closing where they've achieved the very best deal on their property.

Toby is a family man and has been married to his wife, Tonya, for more than 17 years. He loves spending time outdoors with his family, as well as going camping and fishing. He is an avid runner and enjoys ultra-distance running; in fact, you may have passed him on I-10 running from Boerne to the Alamo! He also proudly and selflessly serves and protects his community as a firefighter/paramedic, holding the rank of Lieutenant at the Boerne Fire Department.

Toby and Tonya have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for real estate, and now they work side by side - his focus is primarily on farm/ranch, hunting and commercial properties, while her proven expertise is found in the residential market. Depending on your real estate needs, you will be in excellent shape with either one of these reputable agents representing you. 

Dustin Ray Broker / Owner

Dustin and Katherine Ray are the owners of United Country Real Estate | 1836 Realty Group. They are principled leaders and extremely passionate about helping their clients sell and buy premier real estate in Texas, including ranches, commercial properties and residential properties.

Both Dustin and Katherine run the everyday operations of the company, with Katherine focussing on public relations and Dustin focussing on client relations. Together they work hard to position the company’s clients and real estate agents to achieve unparalleled success. Their commitment to serving others is the guiding principle for their lives, which includes managing their company.

They regularly monitor the latest industry, economic and marketing trends to ensure the company is making data-driven decisions to compete at the highest levels in real estate. Together their professional and personal networks are far reaching and a huge value to their clients.

Dustin is the broker of the company and has been licensed for more than a decade. He has earned a stellar reputation in his community, the trust of his clients, and respect of his colleagues (here and nationwide) because of his character, industry expertise and competitive nature that constantly elevates his impact across all real estate markets. Dustin’s keen business instincts and genuine care for his clients have helped him close countless deals over his career—and he has been recognized time and again for his accomplishments. He serves on the steering committee for UC Ranch Properties, a premier ranch division of UCRE representing the most desirable ranches nationwide and the exceptional clients who list and buy them. As an Air Force veteran, Dustin has successfully applied the principles of discipline, leadership and perseverance to the business of real estate, which continue to benefit the company’s clients today.

Katherine utilizes the latest and most effective marketing strategies to bolster the company’s reach and reputation across all real estate disciplines. She does this by leveraging the professional leadership experience and public relations expertise she gained over a 15-year career working for then-Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Department of Public Safety. She has an unwavering work ethic, a heart for helping others and a love for the Lone Star State, all of which make company ownership in the Texas real estate industry both fitting and rewarding. Katherine is also a proud LSU alum, especially in the fall.

Dustin and Katherine live with their daughter in Boerne, Texas, where they enjoy exploring the outdoors together, fishing, hunting, school and sporting events, and living a life full of joy and purpose. Being married to each other and raising their sweet girl are God’s greatest gifts to Dustin and Katherine. The Rays are leaders and members of Grace Avenue Church in San Antonio, and they credit every opportunity and success they’ve had in their lives to God’s grace alone.

Katherine Ray Owner

Dustin and Katherine Ray are the owners of United Country Real Estate | 1836 Realty Group. They are principled leaders and extremely passionate about helping their clients sell and buy premier real estate in Texas, including ranches, commercial properties and residential properties.

Both Dustin and Katherine run the everyday operations of the company, with Katherine focussing on public relations and Dustin focussing on client relations. Together they work hard to position the company’s clients and real estate agents to achieve unparalleled success. Their commitment to serving others is the guiding principle for their lives, which includes managing their company.

They regularly monitor the latest industry, economic and marketing trends to ensure the company is making data-driven decisions to compete at the highest levels in real estate. Together their professional and personal networks are far reaching and a huge value to their clients.

Katherine utilizes the latest and most effective marketing strategies to bolster the company’s reach and reputation across all real estate disciplines. She does this by leveraging the professional leadership experience and public relations expertise she gained over a 15-year career working for then-Governor Rick Perry and the Texas Department of Public Safety. She has an unwavering work ethic, a heart for helping others and a love for the Lone Star State, all of which make company ownership in the Texas real estate industry both fitting and rewarding. Katherine is also a proud LSU alum, especially in the fall.

Dustin is the broker of the company and has been licensed for more than a decade. He has earned a stellar reputation in his community, the trust of his clients, and respect of his colleagues (here and nationwide) because of his character, industry expertise and competitive nature that constantly elevates his impact across all real estate markets. Dustin’s keen business instincts and genuine care for his clients have helped him close countless deals over his career—and he has been recognized time and again for his accomplishments. He serves on the steering committee for UC Ranch Properties, a premier ranch division of UCRE representing the most desirable ranches nationwide and the exceptional clients who list and buy them. As an Air Force veteran, Dustin has successfully applied the principles of discipline, leadership and perseverance to the business of real estate, which continue to benefit the company’s clients today.

Dustin and Katherine live with their daughter in Boerne, Texas, where they enjoy exploring the outdoors together, fishing, hunting, school and sporting events, and living a life full of joy and purpose. Being married to each other and raising their sweet girl are God’s greatest gifts to Dustin and Katherine. The Rays are leaders and members of Grace Avenue Church in San Antonio, and they credit every opportunity and success they’ve had in their lives to God’s grace alone.