About Dedra Cabaniss
Professional Experience
Associate Broker, Pritchett-Moore Real Estate
Backed by 24 years of industry experience, Dedra has built a reputation for expertly guiding buyers and sellers through every step of the real estate process. Recognized for leadership at the local and state association levels, expertise in residential, luxury, investment, recreational, and relocation properties, and a strong commitment to client service, professional development, advocacy, and community engagement.
TAR Leadership & Professional Affiliations
- Member, Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- Member, West Alabama Multiple Listing Service
- 2017 Past President, Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- 2016 President, Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- 2015 Vice President, Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- 2015 President, West Alabama Multiple Listing Service
- Past Board of Directors - Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- 2013–Present RPAC Major Investor
AAR Leadership & Professional Affiliations
- Member, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2026 President-Elect, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2026 Chair, Public Policy Committee, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2025 Treasurer, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2024 Secretary, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2023–2025 Public Policy Committee, Alabama Association of REALTORS®
- 2025 Long Range Financial Planning Task Force
- 2023–Present Alabama REALTORS® Foundation Trustee
- 2013–Present Alabama Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors
- 2022–2023 and 2017–2018 North Central RVP
- 2019–2020 Education Trustee
- 2020 Professionalism Trustee
- 2019 Planning Committee
- 2018 Leadership AAR Graduate
NAR Leadership & Professional Affiliations
- Member, National Association of REALTORS®
- 2026 – RPAC Major Investor Council
- 2023-2025 – RPAC Participation Council
- 2019-2022 – Federal Political Coordinator (FPC)
Professional Designations & Certifications
- CRS – Certified Residential Specialist
- GRI – Graduate REALTOR® Institute
- ABR – Accredited Buyer’s Representative
- RENE – Real Estate Negotiation Expert
- AHWD – At Home With Diversity
- e-PRO® Certification
- Relocation Inventory Specialist
- Marketing Assistance
- Destination Services
- Fine Homes International Specialist
- e-Certified
- g-Certified (Background Security Clearance)
Awards & Recognition
- 2025 RPAC Hall of Fame – National Association of REALTORS®
- 2023 Cooperative Spirit Award – Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- 2017 REALTOR® of the Year – Tuscaloosa Association of REALTORS®
- Annual Pritchett-Moore Real Estate Excellent Sales Performance Award
- 2015 State Author B. Pope Education Achievement Award
- 2015 Local Author B. Pope Education Achievement Award
- 2015 President’s Circle
- Leading Edge Society, 2011–2014
- Honor Society, 2007–2010
Community Involvement
Active volunteer supporting of Arts ’n Autism, ARC of Tuscaloosa, West Alabama Food Bank, Caring Day, and Habitat for Humanity,
Personal
Tuscaloosa native. Married to Al Cabaniss, Professional Engineer, Land Surveyor, and Business Owner. Interests include catch-and-release fly fishing, sporting clays, wing shooting, travel, and time with family and friends.