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I am a firm believer that having a vision for your life and continually working towards self-improvement are vital keys to success. As an Army veteran and actor (starring in the 2008 movie Garrison as well as numerous commercials), my experience has taught me the importance of having vision. It's what helped launch me into my acting career. But it was my constant need to push myself, to improve myself, to do something more that led me to a highly successful real estate career. I started in real estate in 2000, investing in properties and working with 3 different home builders (2 of which have ranked in the top 10 homebuilders in the country for over 10 years). Wanting to do more than just invest, I obtained by realtors license in 2004 and worked for major companies such as GMAC Real Estate, REMAX, and Keller Williams. Not content with just sticking with the status quo, I obtained a broker license in 2009, starting my own brokerage in 2012. Starting a brokerage is no small feat. To make sure I lived up to my potential, I was coached by 2 of the top real estate coaches in the world—Jay Kinder (Coldwell Banker's #2 realtor in the world) and Michael Reese (creator of the National Association of Expert Advisors/NAEA). This led to me becoming a certified home buying and selling advisor with the NAEA. I've received so much amazing help from trade experts and I'm aware of how much it has helped me grow to success. In turn, I've now partnered and collaborate with Jay Kinder to help other agents grow successful businesses and teams with eXp Realty. Along with my real estate business, I'm also a fitness instructor for Lifetime Athletic Club. I firmly believe that fitness has had a huge impact on my physical and mental well-being, helping me to excel in the real estate business. I want to help others have that same physical and mental health to be able to succeed at whatever they do. I'm proud of my success and I work hard to make my beautiful wife of 16 years and 2 won

Lauren Taylor is a native Houstonian, 4th generation Spring Branch Resident, a Multi-Million Dollar Top Producer for Keller Williams Memorial, and the owner of Lauren Taylor Home. Her love for real estate stems from a life- long interest in design and architecture and her connection to the Houston area, specifically Spring Branch. Over the last 14 years, she has developed a straightforward and strategic approach to Real Estate negotiation. Her business and economics degree allow her to assist homebuilders, buyers, sellers and investors reach their financial goals. She has a true knack for negotiations and pricing properties. Lauren is also a real estate investor and under her direction, her company has successfully completed 6 flip houses in Spring Branch. This experience allows her to have a higher understanding of how to utilize every asset of a property in order to maximize profit and negotiate the absolute best price for her clients. Ms. Taylor has built her career building relationships and finding the perfect property for her clients. She knows the traditional Harris County housing market well, but specially enjoys selling oversized lots and Texas ranches. One of her most interesting home sales was a 2,000,000 home in Memorial Park that boasted a chapel with an ornate cathedral ceiling. She knows that every listing offers its own unique architecture and story, and she works to tailor her client's experience to that uniqueness. Ms. Taylor is also a member of the Houston Builders Association, which allows her to share her listings with fellow builders in the city, as well as, stay current in not only architecture and the building world, but also in design and legislation that might affect her clients. She not only helps buy and sell unusual properties, her personal home in Spring Branch is one too. She lives on a 2 acre Ranchette with her son and their pets, including a white Arabian rescue horse. An avid equestrian for over 35 years, she also enjoys

Lauren lives in Spring Branch with her 2 horses, a goat (Penny) and dog Gunner. An avid equestrian for over 20 years, she also enjoy antiquing, bird hunting, skiing, and traveling.

Contact Lauren Taylor for a free evaluation of your current homes value or to set up a search engine on HAR for your next home purchase!

Kristin Wallis believes that successful real estate transactions come about as a result of clear and open communications, particularly regarding the needs and expectations of her client(s) and market conditions. She understands that every client has unique requirements and circumstances and that the journey to achieving a successful transaction will be different each time. Kristin is proactive and anticipates changes during the buying/selling/negotiating process. She has strategies ready to support her client(s) as changes occur. Kristin believes in servicing clients for their lifetime. Whether buying, selling or simply maintaining your home, Kristin is your complete real estate resource. She serves her clients by pursuing standards of excellence and personal relationships while providing complete professional support throughout the home buying/selling process, as well as the entire home ownership lifecycle. Kristin embraces the use of technology as a tool to help her communicate with clients. She allows her clients to choose their preferred communication method and frequency, realizing there is no replacement for the good old fashion phone call or in person meeting! Kristin utilizes effective social marketing to her advantage to help market her listings. Before becoming a Realtor, Kristin spent 16 years in the corporate world in Public and Corporate Accounting, successfully servicing clients and preparing financial reports for several Fortune 500 Companies. Most recently Kristin worked for five years with a Houston based Interior Designer in all aspects of the business. As a Realtor, she holds the industry-specific certification of Certified Negotiations Expert. She recognizes her work experiences further enhance her value to her client(s) by providing in depth knowledge of the “numbers” behind each transaction, expert negotiating skills, an objective view of the presentation of your current home, and can help visualize the possibilities and poten

Fourth-generation Houstonian Anne Csorba has 20 years of helping clients find the right solution for their real estate needs. As a Realtor associate with Martha Turner Properties, Anne is ranked among Houston’s top real estate professionals.

Anne believes “every client represents a unique relationship. Helping a client purchase or sell their home is not only about completing a transaction; it’s about building a larger customer relationship and laying groundwork for the future. The greatest compliment I receive is a call from a client referring a friend or family member.”

The real estate market in Houston is one of the most dynamic and fast-paced in the United States and Anne is diligent about keeping herself and clients informed on market trends, pricing, and neighborhood information. As a native Houstonian, she understands that Houston’s prosperity and growth are rooted in new development but also values the city’s rich heritage and recent preservation efforts.

Anne attended The Kinkaid School and Memorial High School and is a graduate of Randolph Macon Woman’s College. When not working, Anne is very involved in school, church and charitable activities. She is an active volunteer and advisory board member at Yellowstone Academy, and volunteers for Second Baptist School, Second Baptist Church, and National Charity League. She is also a supporter of the Brookwood Community and other local charities. Anne and her husband have four children and she enjoys spending family time at their farm, traveling, antiquing, hunting and gardening.

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Professional Memberships:

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

A Top Producer for over a decade in Real Estate, Nicole Brende was born into a real estate family. Raised in Las Vegas, Nicole she got to Texas as fast as she could and earned a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Nicole grew up in a real-estate oriented family. Her father develops award winning master-planned communities in Houston and her mother and other family members practice real estate in Nevada, California, and Idaho. I grew up touring properties and job sites, says Nicole. I knew one day I would be helping clients with their real estate needs and I could not wait. In fact, it's in my blood.

Prior to her career in residential real estate, Nicole was a professional on-camera television host and producer for 10 years. Her programs included “Hot On! Homes” for KPRC Local 2, “Designing America” on HDNet, and “Designing Texas,” all of which kept her in contact with various facets of real estate. “I really enjoyed showcasing the beautiful homes and educating buyers about the current inventory as well as the quality of the builders we featured,” says Nicole. She was also a live television news reporter /producer and a former co-founder/publisher of one of Houston’s first online society magazines. As a Realtor, Nicole uses her media and marketing skills to get “top dollar” for her sellers.

Nicole attributes her success to dedication to her clients, a deep love of real estate, and, most importantly, building strong relationships that result in repeat sales and client referrals to family and friends. She believes that one of the best aspects of residential real estate sales is the lifestyle she is able to present to so many individuals and families, and the personal satisfaction she receives from helping them to make a major change in their lives. According to Nicole, “a home is the one place we get to personalize and make our very own and finding the right neighborhood matters.”

An excellent listener and communicator, Nicole is always accessible to her clients. She understands marketing, knows how to deliver and follow through, and stays current with the Houston real estate market. Nicole often finds homes for her buyers that are not yet on the market, and she is an excellent resource for homeowners who are considering a sale. She is also certified to work with relocation buyers, a specialized skill much in demand in a fast-moving city like Houston.

Nicole is proud to support her community. She serves on numerous charitable host committees and stays active with the SMU Houston alumni chapter, Alpha Chi Omega sorority, and DAR Lady Washington Chapter. Nicole is a guest writer for local publications and writes her own blog, the "Trende Brende Report". When not working, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband & family, traveling, and attending the Houston Symphony, Theater Under the Stars, charity events, and completing creative projects around the house.

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Awards:

• MTSIR Hall Of Fame
• MTSIR Circle of Excellence, 2012-Present
• HAR-NRG 20 Under 40 Rising Stars in Real Estate Award, 2014
• 2014 Member of the Year, Women's Council of Realtors, Houston Chapter

Professional Memberships:

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