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Marisa Yansen's presence in Houston's real estate market has been marked by her resolute commitment to her clients' needs since becoming a licensed Realtor in 2022. Her extensive knowledge of Houston's diverse neighborhoods stems from her 22 years of calling the city home, having originally hailed from Georgetown, Guyana, South America. Before entering the real estate realm, Marisa spent two decades managing a chiropractic clinic, fostering exceptional customer service skills and a deep understanding of people from all walks of life. Her transition into real estate was seamless, driven by her outgoing nature, adept interpersonal skills, and fervor for overcoming challenges. Marisa's proactive and confident demeanor forms the cornerstone of her strengths. As a quick learner and proactive go-getter, she dedicates herself to providing unparalleled real estate services to her clients, ensuring they feel genuinely heard and understood throughout their real estate journey. Her brand is built upon humility, care, and a strong connection to her family's values and upbringing. Setting herself apart, Marisa values personal relationships over transactions, treating each client as a unique individual. Her broad expertise across real estate domains, coupled with her relatability, makes her a sought-after choice for both buyers and sellers. Beyond her career, Marisa finds joy in simple pleasures like music, dancing, and quality time with friends and family. Her commitment to her profession and warm personality are a tribute to her late mother, who remains her greatest influence. Marisa's journey to American citizenship underscores her determination and personal growth. As a Realtor©, her mission goes beyond transactions, aiming for positive and fulfilling real estate experiences. With Marisa, anticipate confidence, care, and proactive guidance throughout your successful real estate journey.

Your success is my mission, let me find your dream home.

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)

Martin Ramirez is a native Houstonian and a graduate from the University of Houston. He possesses a distinctive understanding and keen awareness of people’s needs and concerns during the Real Estate process. He uses his experience and foresight to proactively communicate and guide his clients through every detail of the Real Estate transaction.

His approach helps his clients bring their own positive energy to their transactions. His goal is to place his client’s needs and concerns as a number one priority. He not only explains the buying or selling process in detail, he stays in close communication with them, keeping them informed, letting them know that he’s always working toward their best interests.

I started my real estate journey as a single family and small multifamily investor. After managing a small portfolio of properties I recognized my passion for helping others with their search for their home and becoming a Realtor was a natural step as I would be able to Double down on my passion for helping others find their dream homes.

Ryan Oakley understands that integrity matters. It is why he takes pride in doing anything he can for his clients in order to get the job done. His strong work ethic is evident in his consistent commitment to helping clients buy or sell their home. He is not trying to finish a job but establish a relationship that will last a lifetime.

While at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), he focused his studies in small business management & entrepreneurship. He has long understood that customer satisfaction and communication is a key for success and has over 11 years in customer service experience.

Ryan emphasizes to his clients that,"I am sensitive to their needs and flexible with their schedules. Patience during the buying and selling process is of most importance; in addition to market knowledge." My goal is not to only to find you the perfect home, but also provide great service and be the agent you would recommend to your friends & family.

More than being committed to doing a great job, Ryan is passionate about the real estate industry. "Every day is new and exciting. I chose a real estate career because I sincerely enjoy helping people. Selling and buying a home can be stressful. I believe I can alleviate my clients stress through communication and accountability. My clients can always depend on me for support and guidance. Their success is my success."

As a Native Houstonian, Ryan is familiar with many of the areas in and around the city. He specializes in West Houston, but he works from the shorelines of Lake Conroe down to Galveston, and from Katy to Clear Lake. No home is too big or too small. He has expansive knowledge and experience in single-family, townhome, mid/high-rise condo and commercial transactions.

Ryan resides in West Houston with his wife and daughter. When not spending time with his family, he is an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. He recalls, My father taught me how to fish when I was 5 years old, and I have been hooked ever since. He also loves to travel, cook and golf. He has been a member of St. John Vianney Church for over 30 years and Club Westside. Also, he is a member of the Coastal Conservation Association, Texas Parks and Wildlife, Citizen's for Animal Protection and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Hai moved to Texas in the early 90s and has been a resident of Humble pretty much all his life. He graduated from UH and having over 15 years of experience in customer support. To Hai, building a great relationship and trust with the clients are very important and especially when it comes to buying/selling real estate. Being a realtor, it's imperative to actively listen and ask the right questions to fully understand the client's needs and expectations in order to deliver the result that they want.

Representing clients for 23 years in Houston, Clive has achieved a reputation as a diligent and caring agent with a history of marketing fine homes in the Energy Corridor of West Houston. He has been a consistent Top Producing agent within the Twin Lakes, Lakes on Eldridge and Lakes on Eldridge North for over 20 years. Born and educated in England, Clive spent a globe-trotting carer in the chemical industry, managing businesses throughout the Americas. He now relishes the challenges of Real Estate and continually strives to achieve the most satisfying and stress-free experience for his clients. They have become friends. Clive has two children and six grandchildren He enjoys sailing, family, friends and laughter.

Suzanne Cade began her real estate career with Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty in 1995 and has been recognized as a Circle of Excellence top producer in the company’s Hall of Fame. Her love for real estate and her sincere wish to help her clients achieve their dreams have proven to be a successful combination.

A trademark of Suzanne’s success as a Realtor is her focused approach throughout each transaction while keeping her clients informed at every turn. According to Suzanne, “My goal is for all parties in a real estate transaction to come to the closing table happy from a pleasant experience in the sale or purchase of their home. My many referral and repeat clients are the biggest compliments I could receive in my real estate career.”

A native Texan, Suzanne was born in Austin and graduated from the University of Texas. She and her husband are the parents of a daughter who attends Episcopal High School where Suzanne volunteers. She is an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and enjoys leisure time with her family at their second home in Galveston.

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Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence

Professional Memberships:

• Houston Association of Realtors
• Texas Association of Realtors
• National Association of Realtors