Denton has been part of our family’s story for a long time. Mark was born and raised here, and Reding Martial Arts will celebrate 30 years in Denton in October 2026. Kim’s children are also part of the Ramey family, which has deep roots in Denton. Their youngest daughter, Ramey, was named for the family and in honor of her GiGi, Iris, and Grandpa Marvin Ramey.

Kim and Mark previously lived in Denton before moving to Argyle, where they raised their blended family for 12 years. They recently returned to Denton and are excited to be closer to family, friends, church, and work.

Family Member Names:
We are a blended family with four young-adult children: Hudson, Kennedy, Rylee, and Ramey.

Street:
Oak Forest Circle

Pets:
We have two beagles, Charley and Cali, and two granddogs, Maverick and Moose, who are dachshunds. If you see a little dachshund rolling through the neighborhood in his wheelchair, that’s Maverick! You can follow his sweet story on Instagram at @maverickthe_ween.

Profession(s):
Kim Reding is a REALTOR® and Broker Associate with Magnolia Realty, helping families throughout Denton, Argyle, and the surrounding North Texas communities. Before entering real estate, she worked in education for many years.

Mark Reding is the owner of Reding Martial Arts, where he has spent nearly 30 years teaching, mentoring, and building relationships with generations of Denton area families.

Activities/Hobbies:
Traveling, discovering great food, and MUSIC—preferably enjoyed live in a small, cozy venue. We also love spending time with our family, attending concerts, music, reading, practicing Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai, and fly-fishing.

Park/Play Area/Hangout:
Anywhere in the world or tucked inside a cozy music venue somewhere in it. When we’re home, you’ll usually find us relaxing at the house, visiting a local coffee shop, or spending time at Reding Martial Arts, which often feels like our second home.

Restaurants:
We have lots of favorites, including Ten-One Artisanal Cheese, El Taco H, Sushi Motto, Thai Ocha, and Little Joe’s Farmstead. We love discovering local restaurants and have been known to travel surprisingly far for a great meal.

Vacation Destination:
We love traveling, learning about other cultures, and hearing how other people explore the world. This year, we’re especially excited about visiting Japan and Thailand.

Sports Teams:
Our college loyalties are spread across several states, so we cheer for the University of North Texas, Texas State University, the University of Arkansas, and the University of Oklahoma.

TV Show/Movie:
Ted Lasso, Shrinking, and Korean dramas—yes, Kim fully admits it.

Music:
All genres! Our playlists can move from jazz to rock and almost anything in between. Music is a major part of our family’s life. Mark can talk music with just about anyone, from any genre or era, and hold his own with even the most knowledgeable music lovers.

Family Dinner:
Any kind of bowl—chicken fajita bowls, Southwestern bowls, and almost anything else that can be served in one. Mark also grills an amazing steak and fish, so a great night at our house usually includes good food, music, games, and family.

Do you have any family traditions?
Our family Christmas cards are never traditional. Each year, we choose a theme, dress in costume, and create something fun—and usually a little over the top. We also spend the holidays playing games together, which can get fairly competitive.

What college or university did you attend?
Kim attended Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Our children have created a house divided among four schools: two currently attend the University of Oklahoma and the University of Arkansas, while the other two graduated from Texas State University and the University of North Texas.

Where are you originally from?
Kim grew up in Austin and has called North Texas home for more than 22 years. Mark was born and raised in Denton and has spent his life in the area.

How long have you lived in this neighborhood?
We have lived in Forrestridge for eight months. Although we’re relatively new to the neighborhood, we previously lived in Denton before spending 12 years in Argyle, so returning is a great experience.

What do you like to do to relax?
We love staying home, finding a good local restaurant, listening to music, cooking, and spending time with our pups and family.

How are you involved in the community?
Our family has always enjoyed supporting local schools, churches, and community organizations. Mark provides self-defense programs throughout the Denton community and at local churches. He has been teaching the "WatchDog Group" for Denton Bible Church for over 8 years now. Through RMA, he also helps students of all ages develop confidence, discipline, and respect.

Before moving, our family volunteered with First United Methodist Church’s ministry serving people experiencing homelessness and was previously a member of the Denton Benefit League. Kim also ran the Children's Section in the DFW brain tumor walk before helping bring a 5k to Denton. Kim and her friends created a brain tumor awareness walk and fun run held at Eureka Park called Live a Legacy 5k - Memento Mori.

While living in Argyle, Kim and the children volunteered through Young Men’s Service League, National Charity League, local schools, and other community activities. She remains involved with Women of Argyle while looking for new ways to reconnect and serve in Denton.  She also loves learning Mahjong with her Denton Mahjong group she's a part of.

If you have kids, what activities are they involved with?
Our four children are now young adults. Their lives are filled with college, careers, church, friends, and spending time with family whenever everyone’s schedules allow.

What is your favorite part about living in your neighborhood?
We love Forrestridge’s established character and trees! We wave more to people driving through this neighborhood than we did living in a community of 4,000 homes. Our friends, clients, and some old neighbors from before live in Forrestridge.  We also have family nearby in Forrestridge, Montecito, Southridge, and Sundown Ranch, so returning to Denton has brought us closer to many of the people and places we love! It's exciting!

Kim’s personal and professional motto is “You Belong Here,” but it’s more than a real estate tagline. It’s something our family genuinely believes. We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our story and look forward to supporting our neighbors and the Denton community for many years to come.