A proud native of Waco, Texas, Hannah grew up in the heart of hospitality—literally. Her parents owned and operated a bed and breakfast, and she was the little girl offering guests fresh-picked flowers, painted rocks, and warm conversation over eggs and croissants.

Watching her parents enrich their community with their small business from the time she was seven years old, and seeing her father serve on the Waco City Council alongside numerous other boards and commissions, gave her a firsthand look at what it means to serve people. That left a lasting impression on her.

Connecting with strangers became second nature. That early foundation of relationship-building would later fuel her real estate career, though it took a winding path to get there.

Hannah studied psychology in college, looking to follow in her father's footsteps, then spent years working in Austin’s vibrant service industry—from bar managing and bartending to bottle service on the famous Sixth Street—where she quietly, but strategically, built a powerful network.

But eight years ago, someone posed a question that changed everything: What’s next after nightlife? That spark led her to real estate.

At first, Hannah imagined herself in commercial real estate, reviving historic downtown districts. Having grown up in multiple historic homes, she had always had an affinity for older properties. But commercial real estate just didn’t click at the time.

When she pivoted to residential, she found her true home at Twelve Rivers Realty—a brokerage she describes as the place she was always meant to be. Still, living in the Lake Travis area while working in Austin meant she wasn’t fully immersed. So, in 2019, she moved back into central Austin—and everything changed.

Almost instantly, she connected with Todd and Kim Burgener, who brought her onto their sales team. That partnership became her launchpad.

“Being mentored by Todd and Kim was incredible. They both taught me so much, and I don’t think anyone could have ever imagined my career taking off like it did. I am always quick to give credit where credit is due, and I couldn’t have done it without them during that time,” she explains.

They taught her how to build relationships, how to talk to clients, and how to truly run a thriving business.

Blast-Off

From 2020 through 2021, the real estate market went wild—and so did Hannah’s sales. But when things cooled in 2022, she, along with most agents, had to hit a hard pause.

“Everything came to a screeching halt because of rates. I had to stop and ask myself: Who am I as an agent? What’s my real value? What’s MY brand?”

2024 was the major turning point. For the first time, Hannah stepped out from the shadow of her mentors and began operating as a solo agent. With the support of Kevin Bown and Paul Smith, who had always believed in her success, she was ready.

It was thrilling. It was terrifying. And it was exactly the push she needed to continue carving out a name for herself.

She leaned into branding, strategy, and social media—creating content that was authentic, elegant, and unmistakably Hannah. She began carving out her space in the luxury market, with an average sales price topping $1 million.

“I was working behind another agent for many years. I was ready to take center stage,” she says.

Now, her real estate career has the freedom to soar like never before.

New Season, New Vision

While her professional life was blossoming, something unexpected happened—love.

In 2023, Hannah met Jason, a top 1% salesman in his respective career with an entrepreneurial spirit for business and growth. Their connection was instant—both professionally and personally.

“We were both very intentional. We knew what we were looking for, and we found it in each other.”

The couple got engaged in December 2024 and recently tied the knot. Now, they’re preparing for their next adventure: combining their businesses.

With Jason’s background in construction through his business, Summit Solutions, and Hannah’s market knowledge and branding prowess, the two are eyeing land in both Austin and Dallas to start developing their own properties.

“We want to be building,” she says with excitement. “We are always looking for our next challenge, to up the ante a little more.”

A Full House

It’s a full house for Hannah, thanks to two dogs who rule the household in very different ways.

One is a little Frenchie, the undisputed queen of the castle. The other? A 130-pound Cane Corso—a gentle giant who gets pushed around by the tiny boss dog.

“They’re our babies, and they are just the best!” Hannah laughs.

Giving Back by Lifting Up

Hannah is now channeling her experience and visibility into a passion project: a coaching program for female real estate agents.

But this isn’t your average social media course. It’s deeper than hashtags and filters. She wants to help women find their voice—especially on camera.

She’s heard it time and again: “You’re so natural online. I could never do that.”

Hannah’s response? Yes, you can.

“You just need to practice,” she says. After all, every story is worth telling.

Final Thoughts

Hannah Nemes isn’t just selling homes. She’s shaping a brand, building a legacy, and helping others rise along the way. She’s living proof that even a late start or a detour can lead to a launchpad.

Although the business didn’t happen overnight, she is now right where she is supposed to be.

Living life with passion, purpose, and potential is what this Real Producer is all about. The best news? She’s just getting started. Keep your eye on Hannah as she continues to make waves in Austin real estate and beyond.