TRLP: Texas Realtors Leadership Program

With over 10 years as an active Realtor in Houston Kat Robinson leads with "knowledge is power" as her motto. Teaching and providing information for her clients on market and property conditions, contract procedures, and loan processes can propel well-informed decisions. Those decisions make all the difference when it comes to pulling into the driveway or preparing to list. Her clients have described her as 'trustworthy,' 'helpful' and 'genuinely invested.' When you choose Kat, you choose a girl who will go the extra mile to give great customer service with a smile.

On the personal side, Kat is a farmgirl from Northeast Oklahoma. She was a cheerleader through high school and college. She received her Bachelor's degree from Mid-America Christian University and completed courses toward her Master's degree at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Professionally, she worked her way up to be a district manager in a Fortune 500 retailer and then began a career as a Realtor to establish stronger relationships with family and her community. For fun, she enjoys walking down the tree-lined streets of her neighborhood, yoga, trying new restaurants, and most of all reading and playing soccer with her little boy. Kat is heavily involved in leadership within the local, state, and national associations serving in executive leadership. In her community, she is a member of University Baptist Church and supports The Landing, an organization that helps victims of human trafficking, and the Art League of Houston which supports local artists.

Buying and selling in Houston, Texas can be a complex and daunting task. In order to successfully win in the game of real estate, one must use an experienced and knowledgeable real estate professional. Meet Elisa Hanson-Linton!! Elisa's tenure as an accomplished real estate professional span nearly five years. Given the immeasurable strides made in a relatively brief timeframe, and it's no wonder she has emerged as one of Texas' top producing agents in this highly competitive arena.

A native of Saint Croix of the U.S. Virgin Islands, she is a fixture for Elisa Linton & Co. Group whereby she is powered through Compass RE, TX, LLC., recently recognized as the #1 Brokerage in the U.S. Elisa enjoys being a savvy business owner and entrepreneur. Her veteran owned and operated business' mission is to offer a wide range of well-designed and functional real estate services to support her community. As a proud Army Combat Veteran, she has the necessary tools and talents to not only help veterans understand their benefits and buying power, but she also offers first-time home buyers the crucial assistance with understanding the ins and outs of new construction and/or custom-built homes.

#ElisayourRealtor means she can custom tailor each transaction to suit her clients' needs. Being fluid in this industry is key to being successful. No two transactions are alike.

She is well integrated into Houston's unmatched culture and diversity. Well regarded for her success and expertise, Ms. Hanson-Linton has garnered several accolades, including the Phenomenal Woman Global Award from the American Caribbean Chamber of Commerce and a Great Houston Builder Association (GHBA) Million Circle Award for New Construction in 2021 and 2022. She was also recognized among the Top 20 Houston Black Real Estate Association (HBREA) list and as a Power Player by Houston Luxury Magazine in 2020.

I am licensed TEXAS REALTOR and founder of the CHERIN SELLS HOUSTON brand. I have been a full-time real estate agent and Texas REALTOR for more than 23 years. I have hundreds of transactions and thousands of hours dedicated to building long lasting, generational relationships with clients. I'm highly skilled at negotiating intricate contracts and managing the multi-layered details of each transaction. I believe in continuously educating myself, adhering to a strict Code of Ethics and staying on top of technologies that benefit my business and client experience. I maintain an impeccable reputation with clients and colleagues through commitment, integrity, exceptional service and experience. If you want an agent that will, negotiate on your behalf, looks out for your best interest, works hard, can explain with clarity the process and documentation, manages the nuances of every transaction, is steadfast in monitoring deadlines, that is enthusiastic, personable, and confident, I'm who you want by your side and as part of your team. I also serve as an ambassador to my industry in numerous leadership roles, volunteering on local & state committees, mentoring new agents and volunteering time to charitable causes. My resume and client reviews reflect a highly committed, reliable, experienced and trustworthy person. A COPY OF MY RESUME AND OR REFERENCES ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Please visit, www.cherinsellshouston.com, YouTube search Cherin Cox and FB: Cherin Sells Houston for more information including listing videos and informative buyer and seller videos.

Service Areas: Downtown Houston, East End, The Heights, Montrose, Midtown, Washington Corridor, Camp Logan, Rice Military, River Oaks, Upper Kirby, Bellaire, Meyerland, West University, Rice, Medical Center, Galleria, Tanglewood, Westchase Corridor, Spring Branch and The Memorial Villages - Piney Point Village, Hedwig Village, Bunker Hill Village, Hunters Creek Village, Spring Valley, Hilshire Village and the following Houston Suburbs: Katy, Sugar Land, Cypress, Energy Corridor.

Contact me today for a complimentary home market analysis or to set up a complimentary home buyer one on one. Together we can create a game plan for success.

Samantha Plomer's enthusiasm and love of all things "houses" will impress you at first meeting! Though Samantha's area of market knowledge runs north to Cypress and south to Sugar Land, Katy is her true area of expertise. Samantha's roots run deep throughout the suburban community of Katy, as she is both a native and current resident. She has first-hand, insider knowledge of the communities and schools, amenities and shopping of the area. When buying, selling or leasing a home in the community of Katy you will definitely want Sam on your side! Samantha graduated a semester early from Texas State University, eager to embark on her career in real estate, with a degree in Applied Arts and Sciences. Her focus was on interior design, a craft this Accredited Staging Professional believes is of twofold assistance: it can help buyers visualize themselves in their new homes and sellers to stage and decorate the house for a quick, easy sale. As her client, you will benefit from both her degree and certification because Samantha is as helpful as she is enthusiastic. Home staging is no mere job to Samantha. It is a true passion. "I wanted to blend my love of home staging into real estate to create a life-long career in something I love," she says, adding that those who do what they love never work a day in their lives. Samantha prides herself on sharp organizational skills that help balance all her clients' needs. She also keeps it real by being honest with her clients. Her clients can ask any question knowing they will hear the complete truth. Samantha feels her clients should know the facts, no matter how harsh, so they can make the best decisions. She is patient and helpful with first time home buyers but also has what it takes to work well with clients on a strict time frame who need to find a home quickly and close fast. Samantha is a good listener and relates to clients easily, understanding their needs whether it is to buy, sell or lease.

Karishma Narang Asrani graduated college with a Bachelors in Architecture. She has been licensed with Keller Williams Metropolitan in Houston since 2005. In 2009, she was selected by the National Associations of Realtors (NAR) to be a part of the "30 Under 30 in Real Estate." This group is selected from across the country and the honor is presented to those who show business success and also community and professional leadership. She was a part of the 30 selected from over 400 applicants in the US.

In 2012 Karishma won the Houston Association of Realtor's (HAR) NextGen Realtor Group's (NRG) "20 under 40" Rising stars in Real Estate Award. She is also armed with the Accredited Luxury Home Specialist and Certified Negotiations Expert designations.

"I have always loved working with people and houses. I studied the real estate market and felt it would be the best way to bring my training in architecture and people skills together. Knowing that my seller's get the best price for their home and my buyer's find their dream home for the right price is a great feeling of accomplishment. This motivates me to hustle for my clients every day. I love real estate", says Karishma.

In 2010, Karishma was the Chair for NRG. NRG won NAR's Young Professionals Network Chapter of the year award during her stint. 2022,2023 - HAR TREPAC chair 2022 Vice Chair for Global Advisory board 2023 South Asian Real Estate Professionals Vice President 2023 COMPASS YP Vice chair 2023 TAR Board of Directors Women Of Wardrobe Board of Directors

Blake Plaster, the youngest person to be inducted into Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence and now a member of the MTSIR hall of fame, is an exceptionally skilled professional who is steeped in knowledge of the Houston real estate market. He is keenly aware of the investment potential a home brings, something he learned from his grandmother who was a real estate investor. A native Houstonian, Blake is well known for his expertise in the Memorial area as he resided in Memorial for 30 years. Now living in the Galleria market, he typically works seven days a week and has also become a specialist in the Heights, Rice Military, River Oaks, Timbergrove, Tanglewood, Briargrove, Spring Valley, and Spring Branch areas.

Providing sterling service is Blake's number one priority as he is never satisfied unless his clients are 100% satisfied. Blake's clients are most impressed with his work ethic, extremely quick response time and 24/7 availability. These traits have generated a tremendous amount of repeat and referral business. He is known for his hands-on approach in guiding his clients through each step of a real estate transaction.

Blake graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in Communications. He considered a career in radio or television, but quickly learned that real estate was his greatest passion and history has proven that he made the right decision. His realtor designations include: Graduate Realtor Institute, Certified Negotiation Expert, Social Media Pro and Texas Realtors Leadership Program.

Most notably, Blake is a recipient of the Houston Association of Realtors "Top 20 under 40" award, given to real estate professionals who demonstrate excellence in sales, leadership, and community service. Blake has also been recognized as a "Rising Star Real Estate Agent" by Five Star Professional.

When Blake isn't working, he is involved with charitable organizations Spring Spirit and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. He was also a part of the 2018 Texas Realtors Leadership Program class that raised nearly $50,000 in Hurricane Harvey relief funds through Recovery Houston. Blake is a proud supporter of all Houston sports teams and attends UH Cougar football games when he can. A long time musician, he plays guitar in his free time.

I am an active and aggressive real estate specialist with over 15 years of sales experience. Call me to find out about my unique approach to real estate. I work with buyers, sellers and tenants and strive to make your real estate experience as smooth as possible.

It's all about the client," states Hillory Shearer. Her passion has always been putting her clients first. Hillory works closely with each client, ensuring every need is met throughout the home buying and selling process. Her goal is for every transaction to be flawless from contract to closing. Strategic and thoughtful, Hillory has developed relationships with clients who have chosen to continuously refer her business and do transactions with her many times over in the past 18 years. As a graduate of the Texas Realtor Leadership Program, Hillory belongs to an elite group of exceptional real estate professionals. Hillory was also named Top 20 Under 40 by Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) in 2014. From years of working with both sellers and buyers, she brings an all-encompassing perspective to each client relationship. She understands the expectations and challenges from both points of view. Most important, she realizes the security that comes from engaging in a transaction where all parties feel confident in the end result.

From appraisals to construction, Hillory brings knowledge, sophisticated experience and tenacity to every step of the process. Standing behind her sterling reputation, she excels at selling properties quickly and for the highest possible dollar. She stays current with the latest trends in real estate making sure she is knowledgeable in all of Houston's premier neighborhoods in which she sells. Hillory is certified to work with relocation clients who are transferred to and from Houston through other companies and excels in working with clients from other cultures.

A native Houstonian, Hillory is thrilled to continue her career in a city she remembers fondly from her childhood and in which she now has the opportunity to raise her children, Zoe (15) and River (13). A volunteer at St. Agnes Academy and Western Academy. Hillory has children in two different private schools in Houston. She is vested in giving back to her city, donating time with multiple non-profit agencies. In her free time, Hillory enjoys cycling (having completed the MS150), running, swimming, and cooking.

Alison McGallion is always ready to help her clients find the perfect home. She is market savvy and organized, her attention to detail puts her a step ahead in residential real estate. Alison strives to make the home-finding process enjoyable, and her personality helps to make the experience a pleasurable journey for her clients. Alison has earned her ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist) and TRLP (Texas Realtors Leadership Program) designations.

Alison is an avid participant in charitable organizations. She enjoys supporting local and national charities by participating in bike rides, specifically the MS 150, which she has completed nine times. Alison has also been a volunteer with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo for the past 18 years. She often donates her time to the less fortunate, and since 2008, her family and friends have served many needy families lunch on Christmas Eve.

Alison currently resides in Lazybrook, enjoying the close nit community, easy access to many freeways and neighborhood establishments. Prior to Lazybrook, Alison lived in Oak Forest, where, unfortunately she lost her home to Hurricane Harvey. Prior to Oak Forest, Alison lived Downtown for 6 years, appreciating the diversity, people and things to do in Houston. Alison graduated High School from Ball High in Galveston, Texas. She frequents the Island monthly and used to own a short term rental on the Island. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, friends, and can often be found outdoors training for the MS 150 bicycle ride.

Although Alison hasn't been a Houston resident since birth, she moved here 23 years ago after receiving a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University and vows never to leave! Alison also holds a Masters in Criminal Justice from the University of Houston- Downtown.

Born in Ohio, Natalee arrived in Houston at the age of 5 and has called Houston home ever since. She grew up in the Sugar Land and attended college at Stephen F. Austin State University, graduating with a BA in Sociology and a minor in Communications. Natalee is a self-starter who supported herself throughout college.

Natalee and her husband live in Braeswood Place. You can find them out and about dining Houston's vast restaurants as well as fostering rescue dogs. In her spare time, Natalee enjoys traveling, baking, a love she inherited from her grandfather, sipping wine, and spending time with family and friends.

Before becoming a REALTOR in 2010, Natalee Kelaher worked in the Texas Medical Center for 15 years first in Human Resources and then as an Residency Coordinator. In those roles, she assisted numerous health care professionals and trainees transitioning to the Houston area. Working with all levels of professionals and personality types, she grew to understand how much everyone's needs are different and developed great instincts about how to provide the most help.

Since becoming licensed in 2010, she has been diligent in expanding her knowledge and ability to assist clients effectively. She has earned professional designations such as Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI) and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) and is also a graduate of the prestigious Texas Real Estate Leadership Program (TRLP).

Whoever the client, the first thing they learn about Natalee is that she is her own authentic self, or as she says it, What you see is what you get. What they get is a positive attitude, diligence, and professionalism, coupled with integrity, honesty, and an emphasis on ethical practices. Her personal philosophy is service, integrity, dedication, and commitment to excellence. I listen to my client's needs and desires and makes sure I match those with results!

Natalee is involved in the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) serving on many advisory groups. She has also been the chair of the Professional Development Advisory group, Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee (TREPAC), and the Communications Advisory Group. Natalee is also a Major Investor with TREPAC which protects home ownership rights.

A proud Lumberjack Alumni, Natalee also volunteers her time to the Alumni Association and sits on the College of Liberal Arts Board.

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