Experience gives you perspective.
Charles Russell
— Broker/Owner of Russell Realty, The Best Real Estate in Collin County, North Texas
Russell Realty is more than a business name. It’s my family’s name. And to me, that means something.
It represents a responsibility to serve people well, give thoughtful advice and bring a high level of care and expertise to every real estate decision. Buying or selling a home isn’t something most people do every day, but it is something I’ve helped people do more than 1,000 times.
For many families, a home is the largest investment they will ever make. It’s also where life happens. That’s why I believe you deserve more than someone who can simply complete a transaction. You deserve an experienced advisor who will help you understand the market, weigh your options and make decisions with confidence.
North Texas has been home to me my entire life, and I’ve had a front-row seat to the incredible growth and change our area has experienced. I’ve closed real estate transactions in rural communities like Blue Ridge, rapidly growing cities like Melissa, Anna, Prosper and Celina, and some of North Texas’ most established and competitive markets, including McKinney, Allen, Frisco, Plano, Richardson, and more.
That experience has taught me that real estate is intensely local. What is happening in one North Texas community—or even one neighborhood—can be very different from what is happening a few miles away.
That’s part of the reason I created Collin County Life.
Here, I’ll share straightforward information about the North Texas housing market, homeownership, buying and selling real estate, local growth and the communities that make Collin County such an interesting place to live.
One thing never changes: good decisions start with good information.
That’s what I hope you’ll find here at CollinCountyLife.com. And if you need personal attention to answer your questions, I’m a text or call away.
Thinking About Buying or Selling?
You don’t have to be ready to move tomorrow to start asking questions.
If you’re wondering what your home might be worth, whether it makes sense to sell, what you could afford to buy or what is happening in your neighborhood, I’m always happy to talk through it.

Charles and Bethany Russell, owners of Russell Realty & Companies. Bethany is director of marketing and operations for the team.
Broker/owner Charles Russell is a Texas Licensed Broker, Five Star Professional Realtor Award Winner, D Magazine winner, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Short Sale and Foreclosure expert, Texas Affordable Housing Specialist, Seller Representative Specialist, and Experienced Relocation Realtor. He is a talented drummer and guitarist, and enjoys astrophotography.
The Russells have been married for over 25 years, have four kids, and attend Christ Fellowship church. They also share an unexpected hobby: performing in an 80s rock band at North Texas venues. Charles is the drummer and Bethany is a lead vocalist for 80s Last Stand.
Russell Realty—family-owned, relationship-driven, and committed to guiding you home.
17+
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Recent Sales Volume
1000+
Homes Sold
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I work in a sprawling area in North Texas. I’m rooted in McKinney and trusted in many markets: Allen, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, Celina, Melissa, Anna, and smaller areas include Fairview, Farmersville, Leonard, Trenton, Blue Ridge, Princeton, and more.




