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Born in Atlanta, Sheila Piazza has lived in San Anto­nio since fifth grade, when bet active-duty military rather relocated the f.unily hete. Piazza was a jewelry designer for 12 ye=, holding two utility patents on her jewelry de­sign. After her parents became ill when she was a single parent> Piazza decided on a more sustaining career. She started as a licensed mortgage broker in 2006. Soon after1 Piazza became a real estate agent and then acquired her reaJ estate broker license .. In 2016, she launched her own insurance company and now runs Pi­azza Realty Property Management. The property man­agement company's tag line says it all: "We know so much about space, even NASA is worried." Piazza is a business owner who understands the mon­gage broker process of assessing a borrower's ability to se­cure financing and has the real estate broket skills needed to match up sellers with buyers. Because Piazza trained as an insurance agent, she can also spot issues during an in­spection that could raise a red flag for investment clients interested in a house to be flipped. "Being a mortgage broker is powerful because you have at your disposal tons of finanda) products you can leverage and search to find the best one for your client1" Piazza said. Piazza Realty has offices in Dallas to serve real es­tate clients there and works with investors who make up a large portion of her client base. Many people are coming to San Antonio from California, Dallas, Hous­ton and Austin to buy affordable housing as invest­ments, according to Piazza. "I call it the 'five-year frenzy,' like the big surge of development that's happen­ing in Austin," Piazza said. "I predict the same will hap­pen in San Antonio." There are opportunities for investors and house flippers who want to venture into this business sector in San Antonio, buying well-priced houses and holding them as the market values for homes rise.1 creating eq­uity for buyers. "If you draw a perimeter around San Antonio's core, anyt

Known for selling some of the city's most elite addresses, Jennifer Shemwell is one of the most respected names in San Antonio real estate following closely in the footsteps of her mother, Phyllis Browning, as a luxury real estate agent, trendsetter and community leader.

Her knowledge of San Antonio's multi-faceted real estate market complements her expertise in strategically marketing the area's most prestigious properties and elite estates. The innovative thinking, solution-driven negotiating skills and unique marketing tactics that Jennifer employs ensure clients that she will achieve the very best deal in the shortest amount of time.

With over 23 years' experience, Shemwell is consistently recognized by the San Antonio Business Journal as one of the city's top luxury real estate agents. Her clients call her to find "that dream home not on the market." Shemwell prides herself on her discretion and confidentiality.

A graduate of Yale University and fluent in three languages, Shemwell loves people. She enjoys mentoring new agents and helping people become their best. With clients, it's all about creating a worry-free experience and making the sales process as simple as possible.

Cheryl Stein, a seasoned real estate agent with over 18 years of experience, specializes in serving the vibrant communities of Port Aransas and the Coastal Bend. With a deep-rooted commitment to exceptional service, Cheryl has earned accolades, including induction into the Hall of Fame at Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty. Her dedication to clear communication and unwavering support ensures that her clients feel empowered and informed throughout their real estate transactions. Whether guiding first-time buyers through the process or assisting seasoned investors, Cheryl's expertise and personalized approach make her a trusted ally in achieving real estate goals.

Professional Memberships:

• Houston Association of Realtors




Corpus Christi Association of Realtors

• Texas Association of Realtors





• National Association of Realtors

A San Antonio native, Diana Gonzalez love for real estate started early. Her father who was also a real estate broker, took the family every Sunday to open houses, builder homes and the seed was planted After graduating with a Bachelors of Science from Texas State University, Diana spent over 20 years in pharmaceutical sales, followed by opening her own luxury homebuilding company catering to the Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills markets. Her passion in homebuilding and real estate, led her to acquire her real estate license in 2009. Diana has become licensed broker and has received her Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) designation, she is also a winner of the Five Star Professional Award for 2014, 2015, 2016. The Five Star Professional conducts research to help consumers with the important decision of selecting a service professional. This award measures criteria used for evaluating the homebuying experience, a few are integrity, negotiation, closing preparation and the quality of service she provides. Only 7% of the area real estate agents receive this award. She has a love for contemporary art, she served on the board of Blue Star Contemporary Art Center and the board of the Artist's Foundation. She enjoys entertaining, attending art gallery openings, cooking and listening to her adult children tell tall tales. Diana's knowledge of the San Antonio market, her commitment to detail, strong organizational skills, and her accessibility to her clients result in a successful, professional real estate experience.