77027 Real Estate Agents

Recognized numerous times by Texas Monthly as one of the premier real estate sales associates in the state, Vickie Driscoll has a well-known reputation for uncompromising integrity, complete discretion, total dedication to clients, and unparalleled mastery of the Houston luxury home market.

One of the state's Top Producers, Vickie represents both buyers and sellers in all of Houston's upscale neighborhoods including Memorial, River Oaks, Tanglewood, West University, Bellaire, Hilshire Village, and Spring Valley.

A seasoned professional, Vickie works with first-time buyers, relocating families (both buying and selling), as well as multimillion-dollar clients, always maintaining the highest standard of excellence, integrity, and commitment. Understanding and appreciating the demands of a relocating family, she strives to make the process seamless. She often serves as a facilitator, educator, negotiator and sometimes even a counselor. Her numerous satisfied clients describe Vickie as an exceptional individual and return to her again and again. A longtime client for whom Vickie has completed five transactions stated: She is professional, personable, very knowledgeable and looks out for your interests.

Vickie maintains almost daily communication with her clients to help them make the best decision possible. She has an unsurpassed understanding of Houston's constantly changing neighborhoods and an extensive knowledge of how Houston's residential real estate market works. Her love of real estate and desire to educate her clients with the most up to date market t rends drives her to fastidiously study the market each day.

A Houston resident for more than 40 years, Vickie and her husband live in Memorial where she is active in the community. For the last 23 years, she has volunteered for the City of Piney Point as a member of the Board of Adjustments. She is a long-time docent at the Museum of Fine Arts - Bayou Bend and co-founder of the Houston Oriental Rug Society. Social memberships include The Forest Club, The Colony Club and The Galveston Country Club.

Appointed by the chairman of the board of the Houston Association of Realtors, she has served on the State Professional Standards Committee, which provides arbitration services for both Realtors and the public. Vickie is a long-time member of the National, Texas and Houston Associations of Realtors.

Debbie Callan is committed to making her clients' real estate transactions the Ultimate Real Estate Experience, where they will find that service is more than just a slogan. Her patience, thoroughness and knowledge result in successful transactions, and clients can be assured that she goes the extra mile to get the job done.

Dedication to details, honed listening skills, and good "ole' fashion hard work" are at the core of Debbie's approach to representing clients. She protects her clients' best interests and always provides accurate, up-to-date information to assist them in making an educated decision about their home purchase or sale. Debbie is particularly well-versed in the intricacies of the relocation process and works regularly with both relocation buyers and sellers in all price ranges and areas of Houston.

Debbie earned her real estate license in 1991, worked in real estate development in Houston, Miami and Boston and joined Martha Turner Properties, now Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, in October 1999. She has achieved membership in the Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence, an award honoring outstanding production.

Debbie has lived in the Memorial area for almost all of her life and now lives in the Galleria area. She is a very proud parent of a son who graduated from Harvard University and a daughter who attended Briarwood School. Community service is important to her and she has served on several boards including Theatre Under the Stars, March of Dimes, Special Olympics and Woodsborough Home Owner's Association. Debbie is also Lifetime Member of The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Debbie has been honored to receive several awards including 1998 Woman of Distinction; 1995 Gold Key Award for Outstanding Board Member, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation; and Outstanding Board Member for Northwood University, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and The Sterling Group.

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Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence Member
• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Hall of Fame
• 1998 Woman of Distinction
• 1995 Gold Key Award for Outstanding Board Member of Crohns & Colitis Foundation
• Outstanding Board Member - Northwood University
• Outstanding Board Member - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
• Outstanding Board Member - The Sterling Group

Designations:

• Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR)
• Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
• Internet Professionals (ePro)
• Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE)
• Seller Representation Specialist (SRS)

Professional Memberships:

• The Sterling Group
• The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo

Let me help you find your dream home!

MBA - University of Houston, Clear Lake

B.A. Economics - The University of Texas at Austin

Multi-Million Dollar Producer and HAR International Council member with almost 17 years of combined experience in home sales, originating mortgages, marketing and negotiation. What you get from me is:

Effective honest interaction

Immediate updates on your transaction

Your highest interests fully represented

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What my clients say:

"Very professional and competent. She had a thorough understanding of the mortgage, title, buying/selling procedures and managed the whole process; paying attention to every detail and following up with all parties involved making sure everyone was on the same page. She resolved a number of issues before they turned into problems and everything went smooth due to her extensive and persistent guidance. I would highly recommend. "

I understand that a real estate transaction is a big event for most people. I am knowledgeable of the process of buying and selling real estate. As a real estate agent, I have the knowledge and the tools to assist home buyers and sellers. I can help you determine your buying power and give you information of the different financial options. As a real state agent, I will assist you during your home search, help you negotiate the terms and conditions of the contract. I will provide due diligence during inspection of the property, and make sure that everything goes smoothly during the closing process. To market your property to the public and other real estate agents, I will list your property in the multiple listing services. I will provide you with upto date information of the real estate market place, the term and condition of competing properties. I will help you evaluate every buyer's proposal.

Born and raised in Venezuela, Maria Ruedas emigrated to the USA 16 years ago. She is proud to be a Naturalized Citizen and doesn't take the countless opportunities afforded in this country for granted. She has flourished in her real estate career by giving her best and constantly delivering results beyond her client's expectations. "There is not a right way to do something wrong," is her guiding philosophy; her hands-on approach during each step of a real estate transaction, allows her to easily navigate her buyers and sellers from contract to closing.

In the buying process she guides her clients to an informed decision by determining their true purchasing ability, so they can be comfortable with the price range they have chosen. When selling a home for her clients, she presents a detailed comparable market study informing them of the fair market value of their home and managing their expectations of what to expect when an offer is received on the property.

Her commitment to obtaining the highest price possible for her clients, Maria develops a plan for staging, cleaning and organizing in order to present the home in its best possible light. Proud to be associated with the Sotheby's brand, she makes use of social media and the latest technology available through Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty.

A consummate professional, Maria has a keen eye for detail and is expertly prepared to assist her clients. She stays abreast of current market trends and if needed, provides additional information to ensure the sale of a home. Representative of her sterling reputation, 95% of Maria's clientele are referrals.

Maria has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in project management from DeVry University. She has also achieved the designation of (ABR) Accredited Buyer Representation. When time allows, she volunteers for the Latin Ladies Foundation and Wellness for Growth Foundation.

Top producer, Nancy Cobb's fascination for real estate and passion for people are the foundation of her career and make her a natural in the Industry. A native Texan, she is a stellar real-estate professional who genuinely cares for her clients. Nancy loves finding just the right home by listening to their criteria, careful research and selecting homes that fit their wants and needs. With 15+ years of experience, many clients not only become repeat clients, but also become longtime friends.

Nancy's diligence, dedication and keen attention to detail make for a truly positive real estate experience. She tirelessly works on prepping a house for the market through staging, landscaping, de-cluttering and any necessary touch-ups to garner top dollar in the competitive Houston markets. She then markets the home with professional photography, an extensive amenities sheet detailing the special features about each room, professional brochures and open houses.

A cum laude graduate of the University of Texas, Nancy is still making top marks from her clients who refer her to their friends. With enthusiasm, energy and communication skills, she is committed to insuring the best possible results. She strives to keep her clients as informed as possible by updating them daily as needed. After finding the ideal home for her buyers, she researches the comparables to achieve the best price. Familiar with premier Houston neighborhoods both inside and outside the loop, this top producer has a wealth of knowledge and understands the current trends of a particular market.

A Houston resident most of her life, Nancy attended Lamar High School and her children attended The Kinkaid School, Second Baptist School and Episcopal High School which lends first-hand knowledge of some of Houston's finest schools.

Her professional acknowledgments include Certified Negotiation Expert, Accredited Buyer's Representative, Graduate Realtor Institute, Accredited Staging Professional and Social Media Pro.

Nancy's commitment to excellence extends beyond her professional life. She has served on the Boards of The Junior League of Houston, River Oaks Garden Club, Pi Beta Phi Sorority and St. Luke's Methodist Church and has prior experience as a computer programmer, business owner, and educator. Nancy has been a docent at the Museum of Fine Art and the Heritage Society in Sam Houston Park, as well as a volunteer with PEP (Prison Entrepreneurship Program) and in Musical Therapy with guitar for hospitals and retirement homes. Nancy enjoys traveling, bridge, golf and cherishes time spent with friends and family.

• Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) • Accredited Staging Professional (ASP) • Graduate, Realtor Institute (GRI) • Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) • Member, Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) • Member Texas Association of Realtors (TAR) • Member National Association of Realtors (NAR)