Cypress Real Estate Agents

Accomplished Senior Financial Executive with a record of excellence in all areas of finance and accounting. Real Estate agent with years of experience in buying, selling and investing. REO Specialist helping investors get not only the best deals but also assisting as a real estate tax advisor.

Expertise lies in strategic planning, funding (debt and capital), financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, streamlining complex work processes, financial system conversion, excel dashboards, risk frameworks, risk compliance, value alignment and business acquisition financing.


Experience in building high performing organizations that achieve predictable business operations across the spectrum from infrastructure to reporting to planning and strategic operations. Focused on annual and long-term financial planning, corporate and business unit financial insights & analytics and company-wide execution. Helps drive sustainable growth through client-centric solutions, collaborative problem solving and ethical leadership.

A native Houstonian, Katie Elsbury has a life-long affection for Texas and the greater Houston region. A native of "Old Humble" and a longtime resident of the Cypress area, Katie works with buyers and sellers throughout Houston and its surrounding suburbs of Cypress, Spring, Tomball, Champions, Magnolia, Katy and more.

Katie’s eye for staging, interior design and decor, and what gives a home inviting curb appeal is a tremendous advantage for her clients. Tenacious and thorough, she understands that finding the right buyer for her sellers, or the perfect home for her buyers, is more involved than simply presenting an offer or finding a house. “I’m honored when I’m asked to be an integral part of someone’s home search. Helping individuals and families find their ideal home to serve as a sanctuary tailored to their unique dreams and goals should be undertaken with an attitude of importance and thoughtfulness. Likewise, helping sellers position and price their home within the market in a way that buyers can easily recognize its value and compatibility for their needs is paramount,” she says. “I am detail-oriented, conscientious, and truly care about the outcome. I cultivate my clients for life, not single transactions.”

Amanda Lefebvre is a long-time Houston resident with a passion for the city's entertainment and distinctive housing designs. She brings 20+ years of real estate sales experience, a reputation for honesty, dependability and superior negotiating skills to every transaction. Amanda's real estate strategies and creativity go far beyond the norm, allowing her to remain a top-producing agent year after year.

Prior to becoming a Realtor, Amanda served in the United States Army for over 7 years where she was a Staff Sergeant and Master Jumpmaster with the 10th Special Forces Group and 82nd Airborne Division. Amanda is a University of Houston graduate, a proud mom to her eight-year-old son, a Breast Cancer Survivor/Fighter, an avid golfer, and enjoys volunteering in her community. She now serves across the Houston area as an invaluable resource to a diverse set of buyers and sellers.

To say, Amanda knows Houston, is an understatement. She specializes in the most desirable neighborhoods, including Stone Gate, Towne Lake, Bridgeland, Coles Crossing, Fairfield, and many more. Buyers and sellers seek out her knowledge of the marketplace and appreciate her tireless work ethic, strong knowledge, and easygoing style.

Team Manager for the Ellis-Nabors team, Karen serves as the hub that makes the team function smoothly and efficiently in the office. She is a licensed agent, and with her 10-year background in Human Resources and 3 years in Property Management this enables her to interact with clients in a professional, yet congenial manner. Karen, a native Houstonian and her family have lived in Cypress since 1995 and when she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband of over 30 years, dreaming of interior decorating and reading. She has two grown children, Ashley, an escrow officer in the Houston and Mason, a Project Manager at a commercial construction company in Houston.

As a client you can be confident I will provide you with cutting edge marketing, reliable knowledge and exemplary customer service. There is no substitution for knowledge and experience. In this competitive market, Homeowners and Realtors must get creative. A knowledgeable and experienced Realtor can make all the difference!

For Sellers: I bring you a unique combination of a customized marketing strategy and providing the personal service of making your property "show ready" to attract interested, qualified and motivated buyers and sell your property as quickly as possible at the highest possible price.

For Buyers: I have been servicing the real estate needs of Houston's most discerning clients, from high-end and new construction to investment properties and first time home buyers. From day one I will craft A targeted search of your needs to make sure we meet your time constraints without sacrificing the requirements you have for your new property and neighborhood. There is no substitution for knowledge and experience.

Mrs. Meinke is there to guide sellers every step of the way, from staging listings, to hosting open houses, to closing. She also provides access to industry leading marketing, including advertising on a variety of television channels, print publications, and thousands of websites. Mrs. Meinke represents those searching for a new home by helping them research neighborhoods, keep abreast of new listings, schedule inspections and prepare for closings. Above all, she is an ally and guide for all her clients, every step of the way. Before joining Gary Greene, Mrs. Meinke was a part-time assistant for a local Real Estate Broker for the last 6 years and worked as a substitute teacher and tutor in CFISD for 11 years prior. Patient, attentive, and a professional who emphasizes integrity, she enjoys building meaningful relationships and looks forward to helping clients find their dream home or list their home when the time for a change has come. Mrs. Meinke graduated from Texas A&M University with her Bachelor's in Business Administration degree in Accounting and promptly moved to Houston where she has been since then with her husband Richard. She regularly volunteers at church, her children's schools, and various Bible study groups in her free time.

Annette Swonke, a native Houstonian, brings a vast level of experience and talent to the real estate world. An office manager for a real estate developer for 15 years, she had daily interaction with brokers for both real estate and timber sales. Annette was hands-on in navigating real estate reports, correspondence, appraisals, deeds and most important she kept a daily track of potential buyers. It comes as no surprise that she is now a seasoned realtor accompanied by a host of awards acknowledging her high production performance. Some of those awards include: recipient of 100% Pinnacle Award, Outstanding Achievement Award, and member of 100 Percent Club.

Annette has masterful negotiating skills and provides an incomparable level of service to all aspects of a real estate transaction. This consummate professional's combined real estate experience of 33 years yields a buyer and seller the utmost confidence that she will provide a seamless transaction from contract to closing. Annette's deep understanding of the complex real estate market motivates her to stay abreast of the ever-changing market. A specialist in the Cypress area, her sales experience is far-reaching having sold homes in countless outstanding neighborhoods in the greater Houston area.

Over the last several years Annette has been a consistent top producer. Her passion for meeting and working with people shines as she serves as a superlative compass for her clients regarding all aspects of a real estate transaction. Her wealth of experience and knowledge is covered in honesty, loyalty and a keen eye for detail. Annette's receipt of many impressive awards is indicative of her hard work and dedication.

Giving back to the community is important to Annette and with every closing she donates to the Children's Miracle Network. She enjoys traveling, working out and spending time with her family, her horse and her dogs.