77027 Real Estate Agents

Houston Business Journal Top 25 Agent, 2019 - Present Year for both Top Agent for Sales Volume & Top Agent for Number of Transactions. 2023 HBJ #2 Agent in Houston for Number of Transactions. 2023 HBJ #5 Agent in Houston for Total Sales Volume.

An accumulation of data, experience, and instinct, Michael Afshari demonstrates the lasting value of honest real estate advisory. His deep roots in Houston and life-long residency leverage his enthusiasm and knowledge of the city's fingerprint, crafting a network of expertise that is exponentially advantageous to clients and other industry professionals alike. Committing himself to changing the fabric of residential real estate in Houston, he picked away at his corner conscientiously and carefully to craft an intricately designed niche that encompasses the full spectrum of new construction to resale, with an especially strong presence among the city's most prominent developers within all price points & arenas. His proficiency is where passion and eloquence collide and fuse, guiding others with an unwavering voice that instills an effortless sense of certainty within his clients. Propelled by integrity and a muscle-memory derived from 8 years in the industry, Michael proves he not only knows the market, but provides the data to support each strategic decision. When not focused on fostering the real estate community, Michael directs his efforts towards exercising & maintaining a mindfulness that is often lost in the hustle and bustle of today's living.

Meet Tonya Currie, a dedicated real estate professional and proud resident of Washington County, known as "the birthplace of Texas." With a passion for showcasing captivating properties throughout Texas, Tonya has been recognized in esteemed publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Houston Business Journal, and Houston Chronicle. The accomplishments and success of her and her team shows as in 2021, Tonya and her exceptional team achieved a remarkable position on the highly respected Real Trends- America's Top Agents for Teams ranking, securing an impressive placement at number 222 in the state of Texas, among over 160,000 agents across all markets. Their success continued in 2022, with another top-ranking on Real Trends, and in 2023, Tonya and her team successfully closed over $53,000,000 in sales and earned a spot as The 25 Top Team for Compass Houston. And also in 2023, Tonya ranked #1 in overall volume sold in Washington County alone. This outstanding growth and achievement stand as a testament to her unwavering commitment and expertise. As a leader in the industry, Tonya specializes in residential homes, rural farms, and luxury ranches, priding herself on ensuring her clients' satisfaction and discretion. Leveraging her comprehensive understanding of local market conditions and land characteristics, Tonya offers invaluable guidance for those buying or selling a home or property in Central Texas. Her talent for preparing homes for the market and securing the best prices is underscored by impressive numbers. When it comes to your next real estate experience in South Central Texas, you can trust Tonya Currie and her exceptional team to deliver the best. Contact her today to embark on your next successful transaction.

Rick's love for ranching, land, and flying began at an early age, and has shaped his career as a farm and ranch realtor and a retired Captain for United/Continental Airlines. Rick grew up working on a pure bred Santa Gertrudis cattle ranch as a teenager, and learned to fly at an airport next to the ranch. Rick brings a deep understanding and passion for showcasing land and ranches to his clients. He is a Lifetime Committeeman of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, serving on the International Committee. He is past President of The Texas Land Brokers Network, and past Board of Directors member of the Texas Realtors Land Institute. He is also a member of The Texas and Southwest Cattle Raisers Association, Texas Alliance of Land Brokers, TAR, NAR, and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. His ties to the land and ranching community run deep and his expertise is top notch. When he is not working, Rick enjoys hunting, fishing, gardening and flying. Together with his wife Gale, they split their time between their ranch in Cuero and their home in Chappell Hill, Texas.

Native Houstonian Diane Kingshill is a revered real estate veteran with an exceptional skill set and a notable talent for deal-making. Her award-winning work regularly appears among Houston Business Journal's list of Top 25 Residential Realtors and their round-up of the most expensive homes listed or sold. As the co-founder of the Kingshill Martini Group with broker Ashton Martini, Diane is a sought-after resource for buyers, sellers, developers, and investors throughout Greater Houston.
Prior to real estate, Diane honed her outstanding sales and management skills during an 18-year career at a prestigious biotech company. She also has a successful track record of buying, remodeling and selling property. Diane and a partner formed an interior design firm that not only renovated homes but also designed the interiors and furnishings. That broad range of hands-on experience makes her the first choice for those seeking an astute advisory approach to reaching their real estate goals. She has a keen understanding of what makes a house work and deft talent for spotting opportunity.
Diane and her husband live in the Galleria area, and they love relaxing at their family farm in Hockley. There, they tend to chickens and bees and enjoy the activities offered by The Clubs at Houston Oaks. Diane's grandfather was a founding member of St. Luke's Methodist Church, where she and her family are members. She is passionate about quality time spent with friends, family and especially her young grandchildren.

Ashton Martini is a top-ranked real estate veteran who has served the Greater Houston area exclusively for over 20 years. He's known for his dedication to customer service, market knowledge, negotiation skills and commitment to meeting and exceeding his clients' real estate goals. Ashton and partner Diane Kingshill lead the Kingshill Martini Group, a powerful partnership and advisory for buyers, sellers, developers and investors.

Ashton is a member of the Houston Association of Realtors, where he has served as a member of its Big E Advisory Committee and Communications Advisory Board. He is a Certified Negotiation Expert, an Accredited Luxury Home Specialist and served as a member of the NextGen Realtor Group Advisory Board and Italian Cultural & Community Center.

Ashton has received numerous industry awards and honors, including the 2013 NRG 20 Under 40 award. Real Trends consistently recognizes him as one of the top 250 agents in Texas by Real Trends. He has been named among both Houston Business Journal's top 25 luxury agents and the top 25 agents by dollar volume.

Ashton is actively involved in several nonprofit organizations close to his heart, and he donates a portion of each commission to charity. He established an MS150 team that raised more than 100,000 over two years to help find a cure for multiple sclerosis. In 2015, Ashton ran his first marathon while earning money for the Alzheimer's Association. He is also devoted to many no-kill animal adoption and rescue organizations.

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Professional Memberships:

• Houston Association of Realtors
• Texas Association of Realtors
• National Association of Realtors
• Greater Houston Builders Association
• American Institute of Architects

NRG 20 Under 40 Real Trends Top Agents Houston Business Journal Top 25 Luxury Agents  Houston Business Journal Top 25 by Dollar Volume. 

Amy has over 16 years of experience in Residential, Cooperative, Condominium, and Commercial Sales/Rentals. Amy is a featured Premiere agent for the popular HGTV Beachfront Bargain Hunt filming in Galveston County.

Earning impressive accolades for her breadth of knowledge, ethical practices, and expertise in negotiating, Amy is positioned as one of the most well-respected and sought-after agents in the Texas market. Amy has mastered the art of getting the deal done. She is the master at negotiating contracts that close. Amy knows how to structure a deal and negotiate from start to finish. Grounded and strategic, Amy brings energy to the transaction that is confident and witty and is loved by her for her ability to problem-solve during complicated transactions. Amy is repeatedly praised for her dedication to her buyers and sellers and for the genuine care she takes. Amy's interest in people leads her to embrace a career in Real Estate. As a REALTOR for over 16 years, Earning impressive accolades for her breadth of knowledge, ethical practices, and expertise in negotiating, Amy is one of the most well-respected and sought-after agents in the Greater Texas Real Estate Arena. She enjoys specializing in Houston/Galveston/Austin/The Woodlands/League City/and South East Texas. Amy has mastered the art of getting the deal done. She is the master at negotiating contracts that close. Amy knows how to structure a deal and negotiate from start to finish. Grounded and strategic, Amy brings energy to the transaction that is confident and witty and is loved by her for her ability to problem-solve during complicated transactions. Amy is repeatedly praised for her dedication to her buyers and sellers and for the genuine care she takes with each of them.

Amy's interest in people leads her to embrace a career in Real Estate. As a REALTOR for over 16 years, she masterfully demonstrates knowledge repeatedly, focusing on recognizing and prioritizing her client's needs. Providing her clients with a high level of confidence is key to success in this people business. Amy attributes her success to her creative mind and critical thinking skills. She feels most successful when clients allow her creative control, giving her the freedom to strategize and think outside the box. Her professional experience in local Real Estate sets the stage to maximize profitability for those who are fortunate enough to work with her. Finding value for clients who value her experience and masterful abilities is a crucial motivator for Amy. She is continuously looking to innovate her business model as well as her negotiating skills. She is looking for a W in the win column Successfully closing transactions on behalf of her clients while also exceeding their expectations is how she measures her success. Amy calls West University home. She knows the area's ins and outs and has helped clients explore the many neighborhoods to match the explore the many neighborhoods to match clients and customers with their dream home. Her real passion is locating beautiful properties near the water. Amy is someone who knows what she likes and enjoys working with like-minded clients. If you are looking to buy or sell near the water, resort location, or any fun recreational areas from Texas to Europe. She is your girl. Amy has hopped on her share of planes to view properties for clients in other cities across the nation and other countries. She has enjoyed the opportunity also to list properties overseas. There are no boundaries in her imagination or her love of seeking out exceptional properties for her clients. She loves finding the next special place for her clients to create their own beautiful experiences.

She believes everyone should have the Disneyland experience when it comes to the space they call home. Amy's love of travel has cultivated her knowledge and appreciation of what the world and cultures have to offer. Her optimism, hard work, and loyalty are just some of the characteristics instilled in her upbringing and are passed on and exhibited as she builds relationships one successful transaction at a time. You will find Amy seeking her next life adventure; some describe her as living in LOVE moving through life with enthusiasm.