77027 Real Estate Agents

GRI (Graduate Real Estate Institute)
ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative)
Memberships
Houston Association of REALTORS
Texas Association of REALTORS
National Association of REALTORS

Comprehensive knowledge of Houston's finest neighborhoods, sophisticated marketing, and high-end construction techniques, combined with excellent business relationships with premier home builders, makes Martha Adger an irreplaceable asset to her many clients. Consistently included among Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty's annual top-10 producers, Martha lists and sells in all of Houston's traditional high-end neighborhoods from the Museum District and River Oaks to Tanglewood, Stablewood, and the Memorial Villages.

A marketer par excellence, Martha has more than 45 years of experience in marketing and selling premier real estate. A Houston native, she grew up in Tanglewood and attended The Kinkaid School. Shortly after graduating from the University of Texas, Martha began selling high-end residential and investment properties in Houston and ranked second among an elite sales force of 50 real estate associates.

When Sotheby's Auction House opened Sotheby's International Realty in New York in 1976, Martha was intrigued. In 1979, she applied for the position of SIR Director of Real Estate Referral Services, was hired, and moved to New York. As director, Martha managed 300 real estate brokers and support staff assisting national and international clientele in all aspects of relocation. On her watch, SIR's referral services client base increased from zero to 1,000, and their broker base increased from 15 to 300 worldwide.

After four years in New York, Martha returned to Houston as vice president for public relations for a local, independent, luxury real estate firm. She supervised all of the firm's public relations activities with national and international media, including television, radio, newspapers, and magazines.

In 1986, Martha once again went to work for SIR as vice president and regional manager of the company's southwest division based in Houston. Her portfolio included all real estate marketing activities in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Colorado. Under Martha's stewardship, SIR increased its regional listings from 2 to 30 in an 18-month period.

Martha's career changed direction completely in 1988 when a new, 76-acre, luxury gated development surrounding the Houstonian complex, Stablewood, broke ground. As the city's first guarded subdivision, the 125-homesite neighborhood was an innovation. Martha became Stablewood Director of Sales and Marketing and shepherded all transactions on lots and "spec" homes from inception to close. She held that post for 12 years until the subdivision became established and resales began, at which point she continued listing and selling primarily in Stablewood as an independent realtor.

In 2005, Martha joined Martha Turner Properties, which became Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty in 2013. Her outstanding sales production placed her in the company's Circle of Excellence and, in 2009, earned her membership in the Circle of Excellence Hall of Fame. In 2022, Martha received the first Martha Turner/Sotheby's International Realty Excellence Award.

**Polet Mercado** Polet Mercado is a bilingual realtor fluent in English and Spanish, specializing in new construction and master-planned communities in the Houston area. With extensive expertise in the Houston real estate market, Polet excels at helping clients find their perfect home in some of the most sought-after communities. Her in-depth knowledge of the area and commitment to personalized service make her a trusted advisor for both buyers and sellers.

MARIA HELU-GARZA / REALTOR / 713-305-4167 / mhelug@hotmail.com GRADUATE OF THE REALTOR INSTITUTE (GRI). Member of The National Association of REALTORS (NAR), Texas Association of REALTORS (TAR), and Houston Association of REALTORS (HAR). As a resident of Houston for over 30 years, Maria delivers a great deal of knowlege of the neighborhoods in the City of Houston and surrounded areas. Maria takes nothing for granted and recognizes the importance of Buying or Selling a home. As a successful Realtor, MARIA HELU-GARZA identifies the unique requirements that each client wants and needs. She gives essential attention to each detail of the transaction to ensure successful results!! MARIA HELU-GARZA speaks English and Spanish. She held a Loan Officer license for five years. She understands all sides of the transaction. She looks forward to represent You!! Please call or E-mail: 713-305-4167 mhelug@hotmail.com

A perennial name among Houston's top producing agents, Mike Spear is a recognized leader in residential real estate sales. Mike's enthusiasm, dedication and consummate market knowledge make him the Realtor of choice for his many clients who do not hesitate to recommend his services to family and friends.

Mike was born and grew up in Creswell, North Carolina. He graduated from East Carolina University with a degree in industrial technology and business. His Houston sales career began in the 1980s when Mike was transferred to the Bayou City while working in retail management. He changed his career path in 1987 to residential real estate sales and has never looked back.

Mike’s father owned a small development and construction company, and that exposure gave Mike a particular interest in and knowledge of new home construction. He understands the builders’ language, and that expertise has made the successful difference for his clients in numerous transactions.

When not working, Mike enjoys gardening, boating and all outdoor activities.

Leadership, experience, market expertise and, above all, an understanding of people and the importance of building relationships make Mike Spear a top-producing, in-demand Realtor.

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Professional Memberships:

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