TRLP: Texas Realtors Leadership Program

Upon honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy in 2013, Morad Fiki has tackled the high end luxury Houston residential real estate market. Morad has always strived to use Innovative and unorthodox marketing strategies for high end Luxury residential Properties. Constantly thinking "outside of the box," Morad consistently uses enhanced Social media techniques to target online buyers for his high end listings. He strives to be on the forefront of the "Next New Thing" and has thus been dubbed as the Future of Houston Luxury Real Estate. Morad Fiki has been named in the latest issue of Houston Luxury Magazine as one of "Houston's Top Luxury Real Estate Professionals."

Real Estate transactions can be daunting, and the process can seem overwhelming at times, whether you are buying your first house or selling your tenth... No matter what your price range or goals, you should be able to rely on a professional you can trust to protect your financial interests.

Katie Day has a proven track record working with buyers, sellers, renters, and investors:

Navigating the market with buyers to purchase their new home,

Utilizing customized and dynamic seller marketing plans to obtain top dollar in the shortest possible time frame,

Developing relationships with investors to buy and sell properties to add value to their portfolios, and

Working with developers to market and sell their projects throughout the Greater Houston area.

Whatever your need may be, Katie is sure to be responsive and provide you with top-notch service, a high attention to detail, and will be dedicated to serving your real estate needs.

Energetic, Electric, Excellent Meet Celebrity Real Estate Broker, LaTisha Grant. A proven authority in the art of leading a team of fearless and dedicated entrepreneurs in the world of Real Estate, this proud Houston native is a graduate of The University of Houston-Downtown earning a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. Upon graduation, she entered the financial service industry as a Lending Processing Specialist for several Fortune 50 and Fortune 500 Companies. Ameriquest, Countrywide and Universal American Mortgage Company- A Lennar Builders Preferred Lender, was the training ground where she gained her tenacious spirit, aggressively focused mindset and successful strategies needed to become a fearless force in her sphere of influence. Ms. Grant entered the field as a Public-School Educator to fulfill her passion for math by teaching 6th grade for three years. As her passion for the next level increased, she decided to integrate her love for education and finance by becoming a Real Estate Profession in 2007 and forming her personal Brokerage in 2010 (TAS Realty Group). For the past 11 years TAS Realty Group has served Real Estate with a concentration on Low to Moderate Income Families. As a Real Estate Professional in the Houston market LaTisha has led her team to greater heights. In addition to her success as a Broker she has also led on the Local and National level of NAREB. LaTisha currently serves NAREB as the President of Women's Council of NAREB.

LaTisha Grant Executive Managing Broker

Your realtor who's a step beyond as an experienced broker associate. I'm committed to staying independent. I meet the requirements to broker real estate and have proudly owned my own indie firm, but I'm now backed by a top producing, boutique firm because it gives me more tools to deliver the results my clients deserve.

Your resource for the wide world of owning and improving homes. Been there, done that. From property management to building my own home to inner loop luxury, I've seen it all. I'm studious by nature and I love sharing what I learn.

Your friend living single in the city I love. I'm as committed to keeping the personal touch as I am to upholding my fiduciary duty. That means I always put your interests first, not just in real estate but in how I engage in the community.

I've certainly (and proudly) assisted individuals and families of all backgrounds throughout my career, and I love diversity. But, as a lover of stories since my days studying French literature, I recognize that everyone has a story. Here's mine:

Oftentimes, people ask me how it is I made my career in Real Estate.

Prior to beginning my career in Real Estate I was in technology sales, specifically selling Technology Training to large corporations and then IT Consulting for small and medium-sized businesses. This proved to be a very good fit for me but after the fall of Enron followed by 9/11, the industry shifted dramatically as more and more companies facing financial hardships decided these services would have to be put on hold. It seemed as though I was watching the caboose of a train moving further and further down the tracks and no matter how fast I ran, I could not catch up to the train.

This left me seeking a new career in 2003. First, I considered pursuing my passion – Porsches. I love them. I personally have had the privilege of owning two; the first was a 1994 944 and the second a 2000 Boxster. I loved them equally and even to this day find myself pining for the 944. The idea of building a career selling these beauties really appealed to me but I worried about selling a commodity that was so sensitive to economic changes and concluded this was not the path for me. ?

Then, after interviewing individuals in the industry, I discovered Real Estate was a better fit for me. The first thing that inspired me was all the professional individuals I met, most of whom were so willing and eager to help budding agents, like myself, succeed as respected professionals. The second aspect about this field is that it makes full use of my consultative sales background. I find myself having to walk my clients through so many different and unique challenges. And finally, no matter what the economy is doing, there's always movement in Real Estate.

After working in this industry two years, I was able to establish my own brokerage and kept it for 10 years before deciding to join Boulevard Realty. As my journey continued, I became involved in various organizations and served on a few boards. And finally, I designed and built my own house.

I would say that the most important lesson my journey has taught me is how important it is to be heard. And because being heard is so important to me, I make sure I hear my clients. My clients, whether single, married, or partnered, can benefit from my experience as well as my resources. The result becomes a partnership where my clients feel empowered throughout the home selling and buying process.

Since my journey continues, I will continue to draw from my broad experience and expertise to exceed the results you expect while giving you the care you deserve, no matter who you are. But I want you to do business with someone you know and trust, so I wanted to share my story. Now it's your turn. What's your story? And how can I help you write your next chapter when it comes to all things home, property, and lifestyle?

It was during her time working at the Mosaic on Hermann Park, a luxury high-rise condominium development, that this top producing Broker, decided to put her contract-to-closing experience to work and pursue her Realtor's license. Fast-forward eleven years, and she has not only achieved incredible success, but she now has her own full-service, boutique real estate firm, HTX Living, LLC. She was recognized by the Houston Association of Realtors as a Top 20 Under 40 Rising Star, and her success as an agent has translated to big accomplishments with her team as well. While at KW Memorial for almost 5 years, her team was honored for 1st place in gross closed income and 2nd place for both listing volume and closed units. As a Baylor University graduate, she smartly carved a unique niche for herself as an estate property sales expert early in her career. After working as a licensed assistant for a top producer at Martha Turner Properties, she built strong relationships with probate and estate attorneys, certified public accountants and financial advisers by billing herself as the "Queen of Probate." Doing so allowed her to gain footing in the more luxury-type neighborhoods early on. "Estate listings aren't always the nicest or prettiest, but they typically sell the quickest," she explains, adding that this experience established her credibility with real estate investors. It is one of the driving forces behind her decision to start her very own brokerage. After gaining some knowledge as a Broker Associate at a smaller firm called Tammy Bateman Properties, Jessica decided to make her final move with her team and open HTX Living. The reputation that she and her colleagues have established precedes them and she believes this is because they closely monitor contractual deadlines, skillfully manage expectations and remain in close communication, even executing after the transaction.

Martha Turner Properties - Licensed Assistant (1.5 years)

Keller Williams Memorial - Broker Associate (almost 5 years)

BA from Baylor University - Sic'Em Bears!

Tammy Bateman Properties - Broker Associate (1.5 years)

Alison McGallion is always ready to help her clients find the perfect home. She is market savvy and organized, her attention to detail puts her a step ahead in residential real estate. Alison strives to make the home-finding process enjoyable, and her personality helps to make the experience a pleasurable journey for her clients. Alison has earned her ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist) and TRLP (Texas Realtors Leadership Program) designations.

Alison is an avid participant in charitable organizations. She enjoys supporting local and national charities by participating in bike rides, specifically the MS 150, which she has completed nine times. Alison has also been a volunteer with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for the past 18 years. She often donates her time to the less fortunate, and since 2008, her family and friends have served many needy families lunch on Christmas Eve.

Alison currently resides in Lazybrook, enjoying the close nit community, easy access to many freeways and neighborhood establishments. Prior to Lazybrook, Alison lived in Oak Forest, where, unfortunately she lost her home to Hurricane Harvey. Prior to Oak Forest, Alison lived Downtown for 6 years, appreciating the diversity, people and things to do in Houston. Alison graduated High School from Ball High in Galveston, Texas. She frequents the Island monthly and used to own a short term rental on the Island. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and can often be found outdoors training for the MS 150 bicycle ride.

Although Alison hasn't been a Houston resident since birth, she moved here 23 years ago after receiving a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University and vows never to leave! Alison also holds a Masters in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston- Downtown.

In real estate full-time since 1993, Mauricio has helped hundreds of people buy and sell their homes. He has seen the Houston area evolve since 1982; hence he is familiar with the schools, services, and amenities that Houston has to offer. Because of his expertise, both buyers and sellers feel at ease when working with him. His experience in the real estate business enables him to negotiate the best possible terms in each situation.

Mauricio attributes his success to service. Each and everyone of his clients receives personalized and professional treatment. The trust and confidence you feel when working with Mauricio stem from his whole-hearted commitment to doing what is best for his clients.

Mauricio and his father Armando own and operate TU CASA REALTY, a fully bilingual in English and Spanish real estate company in Houston, Texas.

HAJIMEMASHITE, HOUSTON E YOKOSO! 14 NENKAN NIPPON (FUKUOKA) NI SUNDEIMASHITA. DOZO YOROSHIKU ONEGAISHIMASU. JAPANESE WEBSITE: www.annoura-fudousan.com JAPANESE BLOG: www.yokoso-houston.com

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

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My name is Susan Kwok Annoura. As you can see from my name, I have a very culturally diverse background. I was born and raised in the U.S. (Susan) but my parents are from Hong Kong (Kwok) and Taiwan (mom), and my husband is from Japan (Annoura). I am tri-lingual English, Mandarin, and Japanese. Through an exchange program with Baylor University, I spent my junior year abroad at Seinan Gakuin Daigaku, and upon graduation, I decided to move permanently to Fukuoka, Japan. While in Japan, I was a radio personality on Love FM for nine years, hosting several popular programs including the Top 40 Countdown. I married a professional athlete and after the birth of our second son, we decided to move back to the United States, to my hometown of Houston, TX.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

I have always been an avid fan and practitioner of real estate investment. When we moved back to Houston, I decided to combine my knowledge of the city and its suburbs, my gift of gab (from working on the radio), my ability to speak other languages, and my passion of helping others, to pursue a career in real estate. I worked two years at the busiest real estate company in Chinatown, during which time, I sold close to $10 million in residential and commercial real estate throughout Texas. With the growing number of Japanese companies bringing in new employees, I decided to get my broker's license and open my own brokerage in January 2010.

Fast forward to 2023, Annoura Realty Group has seven licensed agents, four who speak fluent Japanese, and one who can speak fluent Mandarin. We specialize in serving international clients relocate to Houston- buying, leasing, apartment locating. We have also found a special niche working with investors, helping them solid investment properties, finding qualified tenants, then managing their assets. In 2015, our team handled over 200 transactions, including a commercial transaction to bring Japanese supermarket SEIWA MARKET to West Houston. Our listings are priced aggressively, marketed thoroughly, and sold quickly. The greatest satisfaction of my job is knowing that my clients are happy with my performance, that I have served them to the best of my ability, and that they can confidently refer my team to our next client.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

I continuously challenge myself to always be on the leading edge of technology and education and have obtained several designations recognized by the National Association of Realtors including GRI (Graduate Realtor Institute), ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative), and CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist). I am also a certified SMP (Social Media Pro), MCNE (Master Certified Negotiation Expert), and in 2017 obtained the highest commercial real estate designation, CCIM. In 2009, I was selected to participate in the intensive yearlong Texas Realtors Leadership Program alongside 21 other talented and successful Houston realtors. In 2010, I was awarded the Top 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award. In 2023, I served as the Global Chair for Texas Realtors and I am an honorary member of the Houston Association of Realtors Global Advisory Group, where I served as Chairperson in 2018. Most recently, I was elected to the Executive Board of Directors for the Houston Association of Realtors, where in 2024 I will serve as Secretary/Treasurer of our 51,000 members. As for affiliations, I am a founding member of the Houston Chapter of the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA). On the volunteer front, I serve as a Division Vice Chairman for the International Committee of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

OTHER INTERESTING THINGS ABOUT ME

Both of my parents worked for NASA, so I grew up in the Clear Lake area of Houston. After graduating from Clear Lake High School, I attended Baylor University for my undergraduate studies, graduating Cum Laude with a B.A. Business degree and Certification in Asian Studies. While living in Fukuoka, I obtained my Masters of Education in Curriculum and Technology from Temple University Japan, and taught English communication at several Japanese universities and corporations. My husband, Koh, was a professional KEIRIN racer and at one point was on Japan's national cycling team. He still races track cycling in the masters category and is the 2022 sprint world champion in his age bracket! We have three sons, Joe, Ty,and Zachary.

ANNOURA REALTY GROUP LLC...

Commercial and Residential Real Estate Brokerage

Hardworking, Trustworthy, Responsive

Aggressive Negotiation with Loyal Representation

Buy, Sell, Lease, Relocation, Investment, Property Management

Multi-cultural, Multi-lingual Brokerage (English, Japanese, Mandarin)

A highly knowledgeable Real Estate Broker and Owner of MOD Realty, Dionne Randle has devoted over 21 years of her professional career to helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals. Specializing in Residential, New Construction, and Commercial real estate, Dionne stands out for her commitment to excellence, white-glove service, and a demonstrated history of success in the industry. Over the years, and drawing from her own experience buying her first home, Dionne witnessed the less-than-perfect service and the frustrations many families went through while trying to make their dreams come true. Inspired to do things differently, she made a solid resolve to establish her own brokerage firm to build better professional agents and provide a more comprehensive, client-centric, and elevated service. With her vast experience, abundant resources, and dedicated team of agents behind her, Dionne is constantly exceeding client expectations and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the Texas Real Estate Market. She takes pride in serving an impressive pool of repeat and referral clients that continues to grow. To date, she has acquired the Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®), Accredited Commercial Practitioner (ACP), and Luxury Home Specialist (LHS) designations. Her specialized knowledge and expertise have allowed her to deliver exceptional client outcomes. She is a consistent Multi-Million-Dollar Producer and has earned numerous accolades, SME's One of the Top 20 Influential Professionals, HBREA Top 20 Realtors in Houston, One of the Top 50 Professionals by D-Mars and Entrepreneurs, including several years of receiving the Platinum Award, the Hall of Fame Award, and the prestigious chairman's Club from her previous company, solidifying her place as one of the most reliable real estate professionals in Texas.

I have been helping clients buy, sell and lease residential and commercial real estate in the Houston Metropolitan Area for over 15 years. My goal is to provide superior service and expertise to achieve my clients real estate goals. The majority of my clients are referred to me based solely on the professionalism and service I have provided over the years. My core values are listening and striving to exceed my clients expectations on each transaction. I am a native Houstonian who appreciates all of the charm our great city has to offer! My key qualities are professionalism, integrity and effective negotiation skills to achieve the best results for my clients. I welcome the opportunity to assist you with buying, selling or leasing real estate throughout the Houston Metropolitan Area. Remember, I have your Keys to Houston!