Galveston Real Estate Agents

With over 20 years' experience in the real estate industry, Karen Keating is an Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker Realty. Karen strives to use her knowledge to help people maximize their real estate returns and homeownership experience.

Karen Keating has lived all over the world, from Bakersfield, California to Villars, Switzerland and points in-between, but has called Houston home since 1999. A recognized top producing Realtor Karen's market focus is the growing community south of Houston that includes Clear Lake, League City, Friendswood, Alvin, Galveston and Seabrook.

Karen has been named one of Houston Association of REALTORS' Top Producing REALTORS. She earned the prestigious awards of Circle of Excellence while at Martha Turner Properties and 100% Club while at RE/MAX. She considers her strengths to be extensive up-to-date market knowledge, excellent negotiating skills and successful marketing. Karen particularly enjoys helping families to relocate as she identifies with both the excitement of moving and its challenges. She also enjoys mentoring agents and teaching the fundamentals of the industry.

Karen Keating holds a broker's license and is also a licensed T.R.E.C. Instructor who taught QE, SAE and MCE courses at Champions School for Real Estate. She holds many designations including Accredited Buyer's Representative, Broker Price Opinion REALTOR, and the National Association of REALTORS GREEN Designation, a reflection of her commitment to sustainability, cost efficiency, and community.

A graduate of the University of Arizona at Tucson, Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree. When not selling real estate, Karen enjoys mentoring other REALTOR's to help them grow their business. Karen has served as a volunteer for the HAR Professional Development committee. She is a former board member of the Bay Area Builders Association. She served on the Texas Association of REALTORS Member Benefits committee and was a member of the Land Development Task Force. Karen lives in Webster, Texas. She enjoys boating, cooking and literature.

Broker/Owner of Galveston Sales Associates and Galveston Condo Living and a certified Resort and Second Home Property Specialist (RSPS) specializing in lifestyle real estate in the charming, resort communities of Galveston, Tiki Island and surrounding coastal areas on the Texas Gulf Coast.

I have earned the prestigious Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) designation, recognized as the mark of accomplishment in luxury markets around the world. I have also been awarded the Graduate, REALTOR Institute (GRI) designation, joining other top producers in the residential real estate industry who hold the designation across the nation.

Getting ready to sell your home? I can help! As a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) designee, I have earned the only seller-focused professional designation recognized by the National Association of REALTORS®. I have an MBA with an emphasis in Finance, and I provide my clients with timely, relevant market data and analysis. My Computer Information Systems background and e-Pro certification enable me to embrace the latest technologies, giving my clients the most comprehensive, leading-edge marketing solutions.

I can also assist with your next purchase. My Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) training armed me with tools and strategies to help you get the best deal possible. As a Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE), I am better equipped to get you the best price and terms for your transaction.

Whether buying or selling, I have the knowledge, tools and experience necessary to help you achieve your real estate goals. If you would like more information on Galveston and the surrounding coastal area markets, give me a call. I'm happy to discuss your options with you.

Common interview questions:

Why do you enjoy being a real estate agent? There is nothing better than a satisfied client. Real estate is one of those professions where you know whether or not you've made a difference for someone right away. I enjoy introducing our coastal area to new residents and visitors, and I love helping people fulfill a dream.

What is the most challenging issue you face as a Real Estate Professional? Expectations. They are rarely in line with the realities of the market. There is so much media coverage on real estate these days. And all too often, the stories are irrelevant to the buyers/sellers in my area. Real estate markets are local in nature. I provide my clients with news and local market statistics that pertain to them.

Tell us one of your client success stories or an interesting moment in your profession. The years following Hurricane Ike were interesting to say the least. It was the first time a storm of that magnitude with that kind of destruction hit the island since 1900. At the same time, the mortgage industry imploded with the collapse of Lehman Brothers, and the country was in the early stages of a recession. What followed was a very unpredictable market for several years. It was an experience I don't think I will ever forget.

A high-energy businesswoman with a strong sense of adventure and an amazing background in oil and gas sales, the moment Jerri Babin chose to become a Realtor, she knew she'd found the ultimate career on which to hang her hat and dig in her heels – what she and those who know her call the perfect fit. Friendly, loyal, and dedicated to helping others, Jerri revels in assisting buyers, who benefit from her compassion and skill in leading them to make informed choices that they feel good about. Working with sellers, she shares her marketing expertise and tenacity to get the job done and provide the best possible outcome for her clients. A levelheaded facilitator, she excels at delivering exceptional customer service – quickly and thoroughly – and setting and meeting deadlines. Jerri holds herself to a very high standard, is extremely organized and detail oriented. A native of Louisiana, with a Bachelor's degree from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, Jerri has lived in the Houston Area with her husband, Harry, for over 40 years. Together, they have two children and three grandchildren. Outside of her family, Jerri is most proud of her previous professional accomplishments. A member of the Society of Professional Women in Petroleum and being named a "Woman of Excellence" in 2010 and a Pink Petro Grit Award Recipient in 2017, Jerri took pride in "breaking the glass ceiling" and providing opportunities for other women to excel in their professional field. JERRI BABIN REALTOR® jerri.babin@garygreene.com ¦ O: 409.737.5200 ¦ C: 281.682.9430 13450 FM 3005 ¦ Galveston,Texas 77554

Wendell specializes in the sale of resort beach and bay properties on Galveston Island's West End. Wendell also has extensive knowledge in the beachfront condominium market. After a successful sales career in the technology industry, he relocated to Galveston in 2004 and made the professional change to real estate sales. Wendell's success is grounded in his ability to carefully listen to his clients and exceed their expectations. His ultimate goal is to make sure all transactions are handled efficiently and professionally. Professional Associations include: National Association of Realtors, Texas Association of Realtors, Houston Association of Realtors and Galveston Association of Realtors. Wendell feels that continuing education is vital to his success. Wendell holds several designations including Graduate of Realtor Institute (GRI), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Resort and Second Property Specialist (RSPS), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), GREEN, e-PRO, and Short Sale/Foreclosure (SFR). He served on the Board of the Galveston Association of Realtors as the 2014 Treasurer. He was President-elect for 2015 and served as President in 2016 when Galveston hosted the state wide Texas Association of Realtors Summer Conference. Wendell serves as Regional Vice President of the Texas Association of Realtors for 2018 and 2019. Wendell and Carol live in Jamaica Beach where they enjoy boating, golf carting, walking their dog on the beach and spending time with friends. But all of that is trumped by visits from their four grandchildren during which they explore the Island and enjoy all that Galveston has to offer.

Theresa Horton is an enthusiastic and dedicated Realtor with a true commitment to helping you with the sale, purchase, or lease of your home. Exceptional customer service is of paramount importance, so Theresa treats every client with the highest level of respect, integrity and commitment whether she's finding the ideal home for a new buyer or helping a seller achieve their goals in record time. Having recently joined the Galveston office of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene, Theresa offers a patient and knowledgeable buying and selling experience and enjoys giving her clients an insider's view of local neighborhoods to help them make well-informed decisions.

Clients receive Theresa's full dedication to meeting the challenges of her responsibilities, from inception of a first meeting to closing the transaction. The same quality of attention never waivers. It is given to first-time home buyers, moving up buyers, buyers for new and period homes, as well as new and seasoned investors.

With her down-to-earth attitude and straight-forward style of doing business, Theresa's ongoing goals are to connect the right sellers and buyers to maximize the experience for whichever party she is representing. Selling or buying a home can be stressful, but Theresa wants to make your real estate experience an exciting and joyous one with superior customer service.

Contact Theresa for friendly and informed representation of the purchase and/or sale of your home.