ABR: Accredited Buyer Representative

For nearly 20 years, top producer Albert Cantu has been delivering award-winning, world-class service for luxury homebuyers and sellers throughout the greater Houston area. He's known for his complete discretion and professionalism, and he truly cares about making each client's experience a seamless and stress-free success.


As a native Houstonian, Albert offers a comprehensive understanding of the area's best neighborhoods and condominiums, from Downtown, River Oaks, Memorial, West University and the Heights to the master-planned communities in Sugarland, The Woodlands, Katy, Tomball, Humble and more. His astute advisory approach means he excels at guiding clients to homes that meet their wish lists while also providing a wise investment.

Throughout his career, Albert has transacted more than 165 million in sales and earned multiple designations, including Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR), Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Accredited Luxury Home Specialist (ALHS) certifications. He ranked in the top 1 percent of 25,000 HAR Realtors by 15 million in 2020, and his elite talent has earned him Five Star Professional recognition. Albert's notable sales include closing one of Houston's most stunning homes in 2016, according to Paper City magazine, and one of the city's most expensive homes in September 2017, as reported in the Houston Business Journal. He sold iconic penthouses in Houston's first designer building, Giorgetti Houston. Beyond accolades and awards, Albert's ultimate reward is his clientele's complete satisfaction and his multiple repeat and referral customers.

When he is not at hard work for his clients, Albert can be found volunteers in the community and enjoying the city's fantastic outdoor spaces. He and his two sons enjoy Hermann Park, Discovery Green and the Houston Zoo for the fresh air and beautiful attractions.

Servicing Galleria, Uptown/Galleria, Tanglewood, River Oaks, Memorial, Highland Village, Upper Kirby, Montrose, Medical Center, Museum District, Downtown, EaDo, Midtown, Heights, West University, Southhampton, Rice Village, Rice Military, East Downtown, Bellaire. Master Planned Communities in Sugarland Land, Pearland, Cypress, The Woodlands, Humble, Tomball, Katy and more.

Contact Melissa Perme if you are in the process of buying, selling or renting a property. Get the help finding the right home, pricing and selling a home, contracts, negotiations and more.

The only way to run a business is to ensure that your clients are happy, both during and after the transaction is complete! We would love to have the opportunity to represent you in your real estate transaction. You already have too much going on in your life, so allow experienced professionals help you with your home sale or purchase! Both myself and my buyer specialists Matthew Villaflor, Genevieve Hartley, Arely Guzman and Pravin De Silva are full time Realtors having closed more than 3000 transaction sides totaling over $350 Million, so can ensure we have the experience it takes to help you navigate the real estate market! Call Steven at (281) 610-3625 or email me at steven@thekinnegroup.com and let me know how we can help you!

About myself:

I have lived in the Houston area for more than 40 years and have been selling Houston area real estate for 20 years.

Business Degree from Texas A&M University, class of 1999.

Steve has been recognized by the Houston Business Journal 6 years running as a Houston top 25 individual agent and now a Houston top 25 team.

Before the team, Steve was highlighted by both The Houston Chronicle and Houston Association of Realtors for 4 years in a row as being in the top 25 individual agents in the entire city of Houston for number of transactions in 2013 (#22), 2014 (#14), 2015 (#10) and 2016 (#7). Now a team, The Kinne Group is also ranked amongst the top 25 teams in all of Houston per Houston Business Journal for 2017 and 2018 in both volume and number of transactions.

Steve has been inducted into the exclusive RE/MAX Hall of Fame, reserved for top RE/MAX agents worldwide. Also RE/MAX Diamond Club Members and Steve has received the Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for years of service and lifetime sales over $100 million.

Certified Residential Specialist Designation (CRS)

Accredited Buyer Representative Designation (ABR)

Accredited Real Estate Professional Designation (AREP)

Designated as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), specializing in helping seniors buy and sell real estate.

Member of the National Association, Texas Association, and Houston Association of Realtors

Stacey Mai-Gardner is a Real Estate Associate at HomeSmart, a firm specializing in all aspects of residential and commercial Real Estate in Houston, TX. Since joining HomeSmart, Ms. Mai-Gardner has prided herself in the passionate and heartfelt drive to serve her client's best interests. She is dedicated to her clients, knowledgeable, and committed to finding the perfect fit for her clients, whether it be in the sale of a residential or commercial property for her clientele. Her single-minded devotion to excellence and unparalleled commitment to customer service has resulted in a continuously expanding network of loyal clients and referrals. Passionate about her craft, Ms. Mai-Gardner constantly seeks to stay ahead of the game by being very knowledgeable regarding the most current market trends in real estate and property sales returns for her clients.

Welcome! I have a clear understanding of what an amazing city Houston is and the wonders it has to offer. When it comes to professional real estate services, I believe in offering nothing but the absolute best. A home is not a home because of its room dimensions nor the color of the walls. It is about how you feel when you walk through the front door and the way you can instantly envision your life unfolding in your new home. This is about more than real estate. I have been dedicated to my client's needs since day one. I will utilize the latest technologies, market research, business strategies and the highest caliber of service to exceed the expectations of sellers and buyers. I understand how important it is to truly listen and communicate with my clients so that their finding solutions are tailored to their liking. You will find that I am an energetic, dedicated professional with the confidence and expertise to help you achieve your real estate goals with complete satisfaction. I work swiftly and efficiently without leaving out a great and everlasting experience. Thank you for starting your real estate search with me. After you have had the chance to review my expertise and information, contact me so I can tell you more about how I can help you. I genuinely appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.

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I have been a real estate agent since 2001. I have helped clients through a variety of economic situations and changes in the Houston and Surroundings housing market-- from housing booms, real states declines and market adjustments. My real estate knowledge and housing market experience benefits each and every one of my clients. As a Bilingual Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS), Certified Negotiating Expert (CNE) .I specialize in working with buyers and sellers, ensuring they get the best value for their dollar without compromising the amenities they most want in a new home. I work with first-time home buyers and sellers those who need a larger house, those who are downsizing and every buyer and seller in between. I enjoy working out, jogging, walking in natural parks when the weather permits, and spending time with my kids. I love to volunteer in school activities, and my community.

• Client Experience Rated • Member of Texas Association of Realtors® • Member of National Association of Realtors® • Member of Houston Association of Realtors®

Matthew is a native Houstonian and grew up on the city's north side. He graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor's degree in IT and now lives in Katy with his wife and son. After graduating from Baylor, he returned to Houston and continued working in the service industry. Later he gained valuable experience in technology when he took an IT position at a mid-sized company as a Systems Analyst. Growing his technical background, Matthew eventually took a new opportunity as an IT Recruiter, where he was able to help people advance their careers. This role allowed him to integrate his passion for technology and people. After recruiting, he transitioned into an IT Manager position with another manufacturing company, where he increased his technical knowledge and honed his management skills. His next position as a Project Manager with a luxury home automation company opened his experience to a whole new set of skills, including managing multiple deadlines and the project life cycle. Additionally, it allowed him to see how following up with clients improved the customer service experience. Matthew saw a unique career opportunity that vastly deviated from his work, but it utilized his strengths and experiences in a way he felt passionate about. Transitioning into real estate has allowed Matthew to guide people through the confusing process of buying / selling residential properties. But more importantly, it has been an opportunity to help clients build a vision and collaborate with them to develop a strategy to achieve their goals. If you have a vision of homeownership, reach out to him today regardless of when that may be. He truly loves what he does and is more than happy to talk with you to formulate the best plan for you and your loved ones. Without a doubt, Matthew is committed to turning your dreams into a reality, no matter where you are in life.

Yuqing Kristen Chen is a passionate agent specializing in buying, selling or leasing residential homes, as well as apartments and condominiums. She is a long-time resident of the Pearland/Houston area and understands the needs of her clients, especially those in the Texas Medical Center Area. She will work with you whether seeking to live inside the loop or in the suburbs.

It is rare to find a REALTOR whose incisive analytical mind is matched by genuine interpersonal warmth, but for Adam Pierzecki these come quite naturally. Perceptive, loyal, trustworthy, and responsive are just a few of the words that his clients and colleagues have used to describe him. To work with him is to know him: he is scrupulously honest and upfront, preferring trusted advisor to agent when describing his role in your real estate transaction.

This is because Adam is motivated by exceeding his clients' expectations. For buyers, this means finding precisely the right property regardless of the duration of the search. For sellers, it is about crafting an utterly bespoke strategy for selling on the correct terms at the right price. Decades in the luxury sector prepared him for his switch to real estate, where his passion for property finally intersected with his purpose in sales and marketing.

His reputation for straightforward diligence precedes him, which means that other industry professionals are delighted to work with him to the measurable benefit of his clients. One of the many reasons Adam excels in real estate is his ability to devote himself whenever and wherever you need him most. If that means negotiating prices or contingencies into the small hours, that is precisely what he is doing. And he lives for it! Your success is how he measures his.

Away from the office you will find him working out or working on expanding the string of letters after his name, which includes Accredited Buyer Representative, Pricing Strategy Adviser, and Accredited Luxury Home Specialist designations that signal Adam's dedication to professional and personal growth.

A third generation Houstonian and a graduate of Texas A&M University, Ray is the Broker/Owner of REALTYWALK. He has over 35 years of experience at various levels of real estate, including residential sales, property management, mortgage lending and appraisals. Before starting his own real estate firm, he helped build the first on-line, internet real estate company, helping define how buying and selling homes is transacted today. He is a leader among his peers, who honored him by naming him a Trustee for the Texas Association of Realtors Political Action Committee 2006 thru 2009(TREPAC). Ray's clients and peers describe Ray in various ways, including:

He has excellent successful business development, marketing and management skills.

He has a unique ability in which he quickly analyzes and defines the needs of each project and can quickly set realistic goals for the project.

He loves his work, likes to laugh, and is devoted to his clients.

He can recognize and solve problems with innovative solutions.

He is a self-starter and a true leader.

He is trustworthy and a remarkable salesman and has serviced as many as 388 listings. He is responsible for more than 50 closings in the first quarter of 2008 and continues to be one of his company's top producers.

Ray and his team know Houston. They specialize in the following areas: Rice/Medical, River Oaks, Bellaire, The Galleria, Memorial, Midtown, The Museum District, Heights, and Garden Oaks. Ray also works in other areas throughout Houston. He is always willing to help his clients regardless of the location of the properties. He and his team have worked hard selling new developments of Single Family Homes, Town Homes, and Mid-Rises, mostly in the Inner Loop. He never forgets a past client and appreciates the opportunity to service their real estate needs.

"I am very proud that Houston is my hometown. Compare our city to others and you will find diversity, spirit, and life like no other."

Ray Walker

cell: (281) 687-8429 / email: walker@realtywalk.com