About us

The Saltwater Shores Team is a seasoned, professional real estate team partnered with Coldwell Banker Island Escapes.

Laura & Carl Staves (The Team) together, give every client, every transaction, complete attention and the highest
level of service. With over $20MIL in sales and active listings for the last 12 months, the team closed over 30
transactions in 12 months.

 Their goal is to make dreams come true in home ownership, vacation and investment property endeavors for anyone who claims this dream.  

 Laura Staves is an award-winning Realtor® with over 25 years in the Real Estate Industry including sales, new home construction, commercial construction and property management. Laura believes that to serve their clients in the best manner possible means keeping abreast of market trends and ever- changing real estate practices. With that in mind, Laura has completed countless hours of continuing real estate education and has earned the following designations:

RSPS (Resort & Second Home Property Specialist)

CNE ® (Certified Negotiating Expert)

SRS ® (Seller Representative Specialist)

ABR ® (Accredited Buyer's Representative)

GRI (Graduate Realtor® Institute)

Carl Staves brings a wealth of experience with over 30 years in a business-to-business sales industry, a Bachelor’s
degree in Advertising and intimate knowledge of the construction process from his own building projects. Carl joined
The Team as a licensed Realtor® and works with both Buyers and Sellers to navigate the process from start to finish
at the closing table. Carl and Laura both believe that the relationship with their clients never ends. They are always
in touch and available to provide information in regards to local contractors, city council news, and local ordinances.

When not working with clients, you might find Laura & Carl enjoying the sunset views from the Port Aransas City
Harbor & Marina or walking their two dogs on the beach.