77027 Real Estate Agents

Prior to her real estate career, Katherine has a wealth of experience in the legal and political field. From years of extensive experience as a legal professional specialize in negotiation and consumer protection, Katherine has built a reputation for her refreshingly friendly customer care and proven ability to guide buyers to obtain the best value for their dream home and to assist sellers to a smooth, stress-free sale of their home. When Katherine isn't helping businesses and families through real estate transactions she is a dedicated member of her community and her church, and a traveler who enjoys adventures around the world.

An established real estate professional for over two decades, Kelly Labanowski has negotiated and closed more than 100 million in real estate transactions within the city of Houston. The tremendous success she has enjoyed is closely tied to her local knowledge, incomparable level of service, and life experience in the neighborhoods in which she focuses.

Kelly began her real estate career with the premier commercial boutique firm in Houston offering tenant representative services to Houston's top companies. In 1996, Kelly established her own firm, Kelly Labanowski Properties, turning her focus to the business of residential real estate. Combining her comprehensive knowledge of the homes and neighborhoods where she has lived and focused her practice with the skills developed in the commercial real estate industry, Kelly enables her clients to achieve the best results possible. She loves Houston and believes it to be the great suburban/urban City, offering its residents a variety of enjoyable and unique lifestyles. Committed to excellence, her repeat business and referral base are a testament to her professionalism and detailed approach with which she navigates every transaction.

Kelly's clients can expect enthusiasm, focus, and ingenuity to solve problems and accomplish their goals. Kelly teams with her clients and encourages an open exchange of ideas. She believes that purchasing a home is often the largest financial commitment a person will make, but is also a highly emotional and personal decision which requires the assistance of a strong real estate professional.

Kelly and her husband have raised three children in Houston who have been involved members of their neighborhood and school communities. Kelly has an been an enthusiastic volunteer and has held leadership positions with Harvard College Fund, St. John's School, Presbyterian School, West University Elementary, National Charity League, West University Little League Auxiliary, West University Softball Association, Southside Place Civic Club and Swim Team, and the Houston Area Women's Center. Kelly earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from Drake University where she was an intercollegiate athlete and four-year varsity letter winner.

Karen Gillespie is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in real estate. A third generation Houstonian, she graduated from St. Agnes Academy, attended Southern Methodist University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from the University of St. Thomas. Choosing real estate as her career directly upon graduation from college, enhanced her vast knowledge of all things pertaining to the real estate industry. Her illustrious background includes working with local builders and major marketing firms that have a presence in Houston's inner-loop, close-in and suburban neighborhoods. Immersed in continued success, Karen credits this remarkable journey to detailed follow-up, tenacity, overall market knowledge, personal service and a heartfelt commitment and dedication to those she represents.

Committed to the priorities of her clients, Karen provides sterling service to her clients interweaving her highly ethical approach, honesty, integrity and confidentiality to every deal brokered. She has a tremendous referral base thanks to her outstanding ability to match prospective buyers with a property. Impeccable service, product knowledge and trends for resale are the qualities that shine when Karen is working with sellers. She believes purchasing a home is all about planning and asked her buyers what their needs are both now and five years from now. She states, "I love real estate because every day is a new challenge. The relationships I build with buyers and sellers last for generations."

Known for her never give up attitude, Karen is a Designated Broker and holds the Accredited Luxury Home Specialist (ALHS) and Accredited Home Staging (AHS) designations as well as New Home Construction Certification.

Karen's volunteer activities include Victory, part of the Houston Chapter of the American Cancer Society, Holiday Shopping card and The Cattlebarons Ball.

Top Reason To Contact “Jenny Hsu” To Purchase A Home 1. Home buying service are generally free to the buyer. 2. Eliminate surprises after you purchase. 3. Ensure you are getting what you paid for. 4. One stop shop for all house on market in the area. 5. A professional to help fill out and explain the mounds of paperwork required when purchasing a home. 6. Have someone to lean on 24/7 Top Reasons To Contact “JENNY HSU” To Sell A Home 1. Get the best price for your home that the market will bear. 2. Sell your home in a timely manner 3. Generally, we don't get paid until you sell your house. 4. Professional Marketing Department to create excellent material for selling your home. 5. Professional to help you through and explain the mounds of paperwork. 6. If you are buing a home also, I can help to prevent double payments with timely closings. 7 Have your home picture and info posted to the area's best web site for homes.

Minnie Criado distinguished herself as the first Hispanic licensed Escrow Officer, in the city of Houston in 1971 and in 1972 became one of the first Title Company Branch Managers.Her southwest located offices, served Harris and Fort Bend Counties. In 1986, she founded R.E.A.L. (Real Estate Association Latinos) , an organization for professionals of all real estate related services. In 1992, she opened the first woman operated title company fee office in Houston. The fee office, located on San Felipe, was owned by her husband, Atty. and Law Professor Tony Criado in affiliation with Regency Title Co until his death in 1997. In 2001, she brought all her years of experience, to the commercial and residential real estate industry. Minnie is a University of Texas alumna.

An award-winning top producer since 2000, Marty Warren offers true expertise in the Houston real estate market. A member of the elite Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty Circle of Excellence since his first year with the company, Marty’s excellent customer service and proven reliability set him apart. Referrals from an impressive network of loyal clients contribute greatly to his continued success. Friendly and personable, he truly enjoys getting to know clients on both a professional and personal level to better assist them in achieving their real estate goals.

Marty lists and sells homes in all of Houston’s finest neighborhoods including the Memorial Park area, Rice Military, Bellaire, West University, Tanglewood, Montrose, the Heights, River Oaks and the Memorial Villages.

Experience and a dedicated work ethic have enabled Marty to build a loyal client base, and their referrals have contributed to his continuing success. “I always try to treat my clients with the same professionalism and integrity that I myself would demand. It is very important to me that they are satisfied throughout the process and after closing,” says Marty. “My goal is to be their Realtor for life”.

Marty enjoys spending time with family as well as traveling, sports and music. Other recreation includes playing basketball and coaching his son’s Little League baseball team.

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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