Ian E Bader
Bill Johnson & Associates Real EstateBill Johnson & Associates Real Estate
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Ian was born and raised in Austin County and has Texas roots that start with Stephen F Austin's "Old 300" settlers. He attended Bellville schools and graduated from Texas A&M University in 1975. His business career began with the local radio station as news reporter. He later joined the Bellville Abstract Company as clerk and escrow officer. In 1978 he entered banking with the Austin County State Bank and also became licensed to sell real estate with Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate Company. Ian moved to First Savings Association of Brenham in 1983, serving as the Bellville Branch Manager. First Savings was later purchased by Guaranty Bank in 1990 and Ian remained as manager. He also was a licensed annuity and securities representative for Guaranty Brokerage. After more than 28 years in banking, investment, and real estate related professions, Ian went into full time real estate practice in 2004 with Bill Johnson & Associates Real Estate Company. Bader married Becky Finch in 1979 and they raised two sons, Reid and Will.
Bader's long term experience and personal commitment to professionalism and service to his community makes him uniquely qualified to market your real estate.
Ian has been active in numerous community activities, serving as President of the Bellville Lions Club, Bellville Chamber of Commerce, and Bellville Library Board. He has been involved in the Austin County Veterans' Monument Board, Texas A&M Club of Austin County, Agri-Life Extension Leadership Advisory Committee, Austin County Raising Academic Performance Board, Bellville Parks Board, LCRA Leadership Program, Texas Scholars Program, Bellville Historical Society, Bellville Little League, Bellville Youth Soccer, Bellville ISD Long-Range Planning Committee, St. Mary’s Episcopal Church and many other civic activities.
Cell: 979-885-9436
ibader@bjre.com