MCNE: Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE)

Who you work with truly matters.

Whether representing a client in the sale, purchase or rental property, Jill Smith understands first-hand the emotions behind any real estate transaction; especially when it involves someone's largest investment. This is why Jill Smith and her team are dedicated to replacing her client's anxiety with what should be an joyful experience knowing they are in good hands with a trusted advisor by their side, who is resourceful, knowledgeable, patient, and committed to bringing integrity to every business deal.

Our team specializes in the Cypress real estate area, including Copper Lakes, Copperfield, Towne Lake, Stone Gate, Riata Ranch, and surrounding neighborhoods. Our Selling Team includes Jill Smith, Alane Avila, Angie Nitsch, Brenna Mercado, Holly & Ken Jones, Megan Moreau, Nikki Villarreal, Shana Conner, and Shanelle Prince. To further support the team and our clients, we also have Nikki Villarreal as Sales Manager, Brandy Cotten as Listing Coordinator, Priscilla Joyner as Transaction Coordinator, Jane Hendrickson as Staging Specialist, and Holly Eubanks as Marketing Director.

With 17+ years of experience in negotiating complex Real Estate transactions, she brings a refreshing perspective to the business of residential Real Estate. Her prior years working in the pharmaceutical industry, along with the impressive network of clients she has cultivated, has enabled Jill to bring buyers and sellers together across the Greater Houston area.

The Jill Smith Team is adept at strategizing the most complex negotations, while maintaining a strong work ethic and compassionate nature. They are highly sought after in residential Real Estate, especially in the Cypress area.

Aside from Real Estate, Jill loves spending time with her children, traveling, reading, water sports, snow skiing, and playing golf. She currently resides in the Copper Lakes subdivision located in Cypress, Texas.

Memberships:

Member of the National, Texas, and Houston Assoiciation of Realtors Member of the Council of Residential Specialists Member of the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council Member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing Member of the Board of Cy-Fair Educational Foundation

Designations:

Graduate REALTOR Institute, GRI Master Certified Negotation Expert, MCNE Accredited Buyers Representative, ABR Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource Certification, SFR Accredited Staging Professional, ASP Certified Residential Specialist, CRS Certified Short Sale Negotiator, CSSN Cartus Network Marketing Specialist, CNMS Cartus Network Buyer Specialist, CNBS Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, CLHMS CLHMS GUILD Recognition Dave Ramsey Real Estate Endorsed Local Provider, ELP

Awards and Acknowledgements:

2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018










Named Top 25 Real Estate Team by Houston Business Journal























2019, 2018











Ranked Top 3 in the Company in Houston, Emerald Elite Award Winner




















2017, 2016











Ranked Top 5 in the Company in Houston, Emerald Elite Award Winner




















2015, 2014











Ranked in the Top 2% Nationwide among Better Homes and Gardens




Gary Greene Agents, Emerald Elite Award Winner











2015





REAL Trends Best Real Estate Agents











2013





Top Listing Agent, Top Selling Agent











2012





Top Producer at Coldwell Banker Cy-Fair, International Presidents Elite Award Winner











2011





International Presidents Circle Award Winner











2010





International Diamond Society Award Winner

Howdy! I am proud to say that I am a member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 1986 and have lived in Northwest Houston since 1991. I was once a computer geek doing computer programming and technical support but found my love in real estate in 2007. I live and work in Cypress and surrounding areas.

Being a seasoned RE/MAX agent allows me to deliver exceptional service, with geographical expertise. Having closed hundreds of transactions, I know every nook and cranny of buying and selling real estate. I pride myself on providing comprehensive, high-level services to make your buying or selling experience with me the best you have ever had.

As Broker/Owner of Shug Realty Group, Connie Shugart is considered a high-touch real estate agent known for her hands-on approach and dedication to her clients. She specializes in buyer and seller representation of residential home sales (pre-owned and new construction) in Cypress, Conroe, Hockley, Houston, Katy, Magnolia, Missouri City, Montgomery, Spring, Sugar Land, Tomball, and The Woodlands, Texas (and other surrounding areas).

With a focus on client satisfaction, Connie brings high energy, attention to detail, enthusiasm, honesty, and loyalty to each transaction and welcomes the opportunity to put her vast industry knowledge, contract negotiations, marketing, sales, and staging experience to work for you. She listens to her clients' needs and continually strives to exceed their expectations. Connie takes great pride in the outstanding exceptional client experience ratings and reviews that she has received from her clients. Connie says, Simply put, if my clients are happy, then I have done my job. I value the relationship with my clients and value the trust that they place in me. I will never take that for granted. I am blessed to work with amazing people and am extremely honored by their repeat business and referrals of their friends, family, and colleagues.

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or an experienced homeowner, Connie will provide the same great service through the entire process and beyond. Call Connie at 832-474-8170 to discuss how she can assist with your home buying and/or selling needs.

Designations: Broker; Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR); Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE); Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI); and Short Sale & Foreclosure Representative (SFR)

For Gabrielle Strout, a passionate and seasoned business professional, it is all about the details. She understands that buying and selling a home is an emotional process, and that is why she goes above and beyond to handle all the intricacies that come with the process so that her clients can focus on making their transition with comfort and ease. Gabrielle is excellent at handling stressful situations under pressure and enjoys staying current with new technology, contract updates and other topics that her clients will find helpful. Gabrielle is part of an elite group of agents dedicated to the demanding segment of the luxury real estate marketplace. As a Top Producer, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Master Certified Negotiation Expert and Senior Real Estate Specialist, you can trust that you're in great hands.

In addition to her strong work ethic and passion for learning, Gabrielle brings a background in residential remodeling and rental investing to her career making her a trusted advisor for her clients' real estate portfolio. From an early age, she learned how real estate can be transformed into a powerful investment tool, and now as an agent, she hopes to teach her clients the same.

"With experience in rental properties, second homes and primary residences, clients trust me to help them build wealth with their real estate investments and manage their real estate portfolios," said Gabrielle.

Throughout her successful career, Gabrielle has advanced her expertise and is able to best assist her clients with her extensive luxury market knowledge, neighborhood insights, and aggressive negotiation skills. She has become a real estate advisor for multiple families, handling all of their real estate needs and is prepared and eager to provide you with results.

Originally from Ohio, Gabrielle is proud to call Houston home. She often enjoys showing off the fun parts of Houston and all its offerings to her clients. When Hurricane Harvey struck the city and 95 percent of her neighborhood was affected, she immediately went to work helping her displaced neighbors find apartments or homes to lease while they determined their next steps. She was able to use her experience to successfully help them sell their homes for much higher prices than most investors were willing to pay. Gabrielle goes the extra mile; it's evident in her positive attitude and impressive expertise. She handles her clients' transactions as if they were family and always has their best interest in mind. With Gabrielle on your side, you can guarantee an enjoyable and successful transaction from start to finish.

Your home. Is it your largest financial investment? Is it is a treasure trove of unforgettable memories? I know it is important to you. You need to know that it is really important to me, too.

One of my favorite quotes is "People don't care how much you know, until they know how much you care." That quote has been attributed to Teddy Roosevelt and John Maxwell - and others. Regardless of who came up with it, the meaning is one of my core beliefs. I'm Victor Chelf. I've been helping people with their important real estate decisions since 2002. Yes, I'm a top producing real estate agent. Yes, I've taken lots of classes, earned lots of awards and accolades, and I am regarded as a local market expert by my peers and clients. I was named Rookie of the Year when I started my real estate career. I've been a top producing agent for almost 14 years. I've been the Vice President and Branch Sales Manager for our Tomball office and I am back to doing what I love - helping people buy and sell real estate.

But, none of that is really important – or truly of any interest to you – is it? At the end of the day, you need to have a high degree of confidence that I can help you to sell your largest financial investment at the highest possible price, with the least amount of inconvenience, in the shortest amount of time. Right? I truly believe that I can do that.

If you care to learn more about me and my services, please feel free to look around this site. If you don't care about all the "Victor's awesome" stuff, then give me a call or send me an email and we can schedule a time to meet around your dining room table to chat about what you want to accomplish. I'll use my background as a former business consultant to Fortune 100 companies to help you understand the important details and data points so you can make an informed, intelligent business decision. I'll give you an honest assessment and see if I can help.

Thanks for visiting. When you are ready, please contact me. I hope to hear from you soon.

Whether you are finding your dream home, relocating to another city/state, searching for the perfect investment property, or buying/selling or leasing commercial properties allow my team to be your first choice when thinking of a real estate agent. I am a native Texan and have been in Houston since graduating from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I have 15 years experience in the Customer Service industry as a Buyer for locally based Stage Stores Inc. I am also a proud mother of 2 wonderful children. When you're buying or selling real estate, you deserve the services of a dedicated full-time professional. My guarantee is to provide undivided attention to your needs. It is a privilege to represent you in an honest, caring, and dependable way. Allow my extensive negotiating skills to help in all of your real estate needs. We have a team of 4 members on The Connell Team and we can help with all your real estate needs residential, investment, commercial and leasing. We look forward to helping you in your next real estate transaction.

Call The Connell Team at 832-754-8560 for help with any property

Megan's sense of diplomacy, integrity, discretion, and outstanding dedication to personalized service have earned her expertise among a wide variety of clientele from diverse backgrounds. Since 1998, she has been able to accumulate an impeccable track record and develop a network of clients with over 1,000 transactions covering the spectrum of all price ranges, which has grown essentially from referrals and executive relocations. Her expertise is not an area, but rather a client-specific with phenomenal gratification. Along with real estate, since 2006, Megan has been an established Yacht Broker in the Caribbean with experience and knowledge of private island development and sales. Megan is the curator and concierge consultant for a global travel channel.

Megan was a consistent top producer ranking in the top echelon of the real estate world and was inducted into an International Hall of Fame of Realtors. She earned "Agent of the Quarter" in 2003, a legacy award chosen from over 4,000 Realtors statewide. Megan is deeply aligned with this firm: a sophisticated representation of true luxury, which is instrumental in her ability to provide her clientele with the finest marketing, global service, and resources.

Megan's emphasis on educating clients on the market is only part of the equation and foremost in nurturing a professional relationship is gaining your client's full trust. Accomplishing several real estate certifications and designations compliments her elite services. Results from her competence and confidence in sharing her knowledge and guidance are essential for her client's well-informed decisions.

A fierce advocate for her clients, Megan prides herself in getting to know their lifestyle. A leader every step of the way and success in servicing the most discerning clientele. A qualified negotiator, she is no stranger to navigating difficult transactions or distinctive properties. Megan takes a proactive approach to problem-solving, providing superior service steeped in communication and accessibility at every step.

Her ancestry dates to Jamaica and Great Britain. She has resided in several CARICOM countries before relocating to Texas. Megan has traveled the world from the U.S. and Canada to the UK, Japan, China, Africa, and all Caribbean Countries. This extraordinary experience supplied the foundation for her creative marketing of properties, instinctive people skills, and tenacity in a comparably competitive industry. It instilled in her a distinct appreciation for international living and the notion of home, a compelling concept she always returns to when conferring with her clients. Megan's multicultural origins make her an invaluable asset for efficiently communicating with a broad spectrum of clients from various cultures. As of 2023, Megan currently serves as the Jamaica Diaspora Representative in Texas, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade division.

Megan is an avid sports enthusiast, embraces lots of water sports, and is very dedicated to SIRE Therapeutic Horsemanship. Megan completed College in Texas, earning a BA in Marketing at PVAMU and MBA at the University of Houston which contributes to her qualifications of providing unparalleled service. Megan subsumes a philanthropic culture and she embraces continuous professional development with the Center of Philanthropy and Non-Profit Leadership at Rice University. Experience, dedication, international humanitarianism, boards served, and support to many prestigious charities and causes honored Megan on August 4, 2012, as a recipient of a Congressional Award from the United States House of Representatives. A major part of Megan's life is giving; she commits to giving back to your charity of choice after closing.

Beth Eaton is an experienced Realtor, licensed since 2005, with over 25 years of residence in the Houston area. She holds several professional designations, including GRI, ABR, ALHS, SRES, and MCNE, which reflect her expertise in the real estate industry. Beth's dedication and exceptional service have been recognized through various awards and honors.
Born in Philadelphia and raised in Newark, Delaware, Beth brings a unique perspective to her real estate career. Her areas of specialization primarily revolve around residential properties, and she enjoys working with a diverse range of clients, from first-time homebuyers to luxury and over-55 communities. Beth's strength lies in her professionalism, patience, and ability to actively listen to her clients' needs, guiding them comfortably through the real estate process and providing effective problem-solving. Integrity, longevity, and a client-centered approach are the cornerstones of Beth's brand. Her goal is to create a win-win situation for all parties involved, ensuring satisfaction beyond the transaction. While location is typically the first keyword in a consumer's search, Beth's outstanding qualifications and expertise set her apart from the competition. Before entering the real estate industry, Beth spent 20 years as a dental hygienist. This experience honed her attention to detail, sensitivity to client needs, and effective communication skills, all of which greatly benefit her real estate career. Beth chose real estate as a profession because she enjoys working with people and finds fulfillment in helping others achieve their goals. She believes in staying positive, proactive, and well-informed, continuously expanding her knowledge through ongoing real estate education and business classes. Outside of work, Beth enjoys golfing, practicing Barre, and taking leisurely walks. She actively volunteers for the American Heart Association and serves as a board member for the Gary Greene

Member of Houston Association of REALTORS

Nationally Ranked with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Emerald Elite Award
Accredited Buyers Representative -ABR

Graduate of the Realtors Institute GRI

Master Certified Negotiation Expert - MCNE

Senior Real Estate SpecialistSRES

Relocation Specialist

Executive Board member of the Women's Business Form
Executive Board Member of the Gary Greene Realtors Foundation

One of Deena Everest's first jobs was supporting NASA Shuttle engineers. While at NASA she was chosen to be a test subject on NASA's Vomit Comet, a KC-135 military aircraft that flies in a way to give astronauts and volunteers like Deena a chance to experience zero gravity. Deena is not afraid to take managed risks thinking outside of the box, even while vomiting at 35,000 feet.

A history of repeat clients and consistent flow of unsolicited referrals, Deena has a keen eye for detail, is supportive not pushy, and embraces communication to avoid any surprises.

Deena's main geographical areas of expertise range from the North to West suburbs such as The Woodlands, Tomball, Cypress, Katy, and Jersey Village. She has been recognized as a top producer with Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty plus her previous firms in Houston and the Chicago area. She's been recognized as Houston Chronicle's Realtor of the Week, has served on the Towne Lake Realtor Board, HAR's Technology Committee, the Texas Realtor Leadership Program, and has the designations of Master Certified Negotiation Expert and National Association of Realtor's Green certification.

The Everest family relocated across the country and back to Houston five times, and Deena got plenty of corporate relocation experience as an end user, so she is very familiar with the stress of the corporate move. She takes regular classes to keep up with current relocation trends.

Deena is extremely knowledgeable about anything that is real estate related. She stands behind her sterling reputation as she utilizes her efficient, never-give-up mentality from contract to closing of all transactions.

A graduate of Texas A&M, she holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Leadership & Development degree with an emphasis in Economics.

Deena is active at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, on retreat team, Catholic Daughters, and instrumental with the Hurricane Harvey Red Cross Shelter. Other volunteer efforts are with Houston Marine Moms, Houston Food Bank and Jimmy Buffett's Chicagoland Parrot Head Club where they party with a purpose. Fins up!

Whether you want to sell, buy, rent, or invest, I am dedicated to helping you accomplish your real estate goals. Once we have completed your transaction, I want you to be so pleased with my service that will tell your family, friends, and coworkers about your awesome Realtor, Rachel Hayes. Helping you reach your goal is how I obtain my goals. My website, www.DeCarolRealty.com, is your one-stop-shop for home searches, home market analysis and statistics, mortgage calculators, and seller/buyer tips. Please do not hesitate to call, email or text me at any time. Let's hit the road to achieving your real estate goals right now!

Choose Rachel Hayes to be your Realtor® for life!