77009 Real Estate Agents

Your realtor who's a step beyond as an experienced broker associate. I'm committed to staying independent. I meet the requirements to broker real estate and have proudly owned my own indie firm, but I'm now backed by a top producing, boutique firm because it gives me more tools to deliver the results my clients deserve.

Your resource for the wide world of owning and improving homes. Been there, done that. From property management to building my own home to inner loop luxury, I've seen it all. I'm studious by nature and I love sharing what I learn.

Your friend living single in the city I love. I'm as committed to keeping the personal touch as I am to upholding my fiduciary duty. That means I always put your interests first, not just in real estate but in how I engage in the community.

I've certainly (and proudly) assisted individuals and families of all backgrounds throughout my career, and I love diversity. But, as a lover of stories since my days studying French literature, I recognize that everyone has a story. Here's mine:

Oftentimes, people ask me how it is I made my career in Real Estate.

Prior to beginning my career in Real Estate I was in technology sales, specifically selling Technology Training to large corporations and then IT Consulting for small and medium-sized businesses. This proved to be a very good fit for me but after the fall of Enron followed by 9/11, the industry shifted dramatically as more and more companies facing financial hardships decided these services would have to be put on hold. It seemed as though I was watching the caboose of a train moving further and further down the tracks and no matter how fast I ran, I could not catch up to the train.

This left me seeking a new career in 2003. First, I considered pursuing my passion – Porsches. I love them. I personally have had the privilege of owning two; the first was a 1994 944 and the second a 2000 Boxster. I loved them equally and even to this day find myself pining for the 944. The idea of building a career selling these beauties really appealed to me but I worried about selling a commodity that was so sensitive to economic changes and concluded this was not the path for me. ?

Then, after interviewing individuals in the industry, I discovered Real Estate was a better fit for me. The first thing that inspired me was all the professional individuals I met, most of whom were so willing and eager to help budding agents, like myself, succeed as respected professionals. The second aspect about this field is that it makes full use of my consultative sales background. I find myself having to walk my clients through so many different and unique challenges. And finally, no matter what the economy is doing, there's always movement in Real Estate.

After working in this industry two years, I was able to establish my own brokerage and kept it for 10 years before deciding to join Boulevard Realty. As my journey continued, I became involved in various organizations and served on a few boards. And finally, I designed and built my own house.

I would say that the most important lesson my journey has taught me is how important it is to be heard. And because being heard is so important to me, I make sure I hear my clients. My clients, whether single, married, or partnered, can benefit from my experience as well as my resources. The result becomes a partnership where my clients feel empowered throughout the home selling and buying process.

Since my journey continues, I will continue to draw from my broad experience and expertise to exceed the results you expect while giving you the care you deserve, no matter who you are. But I want you to do business with someone you know and trust, so I wanted to share my story. Now it's your turn. What's your story? And how can I help you write your next chapter when it comes to all things home, property, and lifestyle?

Innovative Cherokee Nation Citizen, mother, entrepreneur, and REALTOR®, the founding partner and president of Grace + Ghigau LLC the dba Tilbury Real Estate Advisors a brokerage in the Greater Houston Market area. Lauren Friese is known for providing the highest level of discretion, and personalized service to her clients. With more than 18 years of experience in Real Estate, Lauren tailors her approach for each property, client, and project, according to their needs. Offering experience in a wide range of transactions acquisitions, dispositions, negotiations, advisory, development services, bankruptcy assets, portfolios, distressed, new construction, land, local, state, and federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), planning and permitting processes municipal county and city. Lauren understands the unique needs of successful residential, commercial, relocation, multi-family, investments, and development; most importantly the human element, she is relentlessly educating her clients, from first-time buyers to serial entrepreneur investors /and developers.

Her career naturally progressed to relocation properties, new construction, and advisory services with her expansive working knowledge of the greater Houston market area and experience with diverse clientele, and she is uniquely attuned to what will work best in an ever-changing market. She is a skilled negotiator who will leverage her extensive experience, network, and depth of market to help every client achieve their real estate goals. Buyers, Sellers, Asset Managers, and Principals, alike face complicated challenges; Lauren understands these challenges and leads a team that is dedicated to using innovative tools and technology, to put the best foot forward in this constantly evolving market. An innovative creative professional for creating engaging marketing campaigns utilizing out-of-the-box solutions through multiple media channels: print; digital; email campaigns; and events: Previewing Bankruptcy Portfolio Tour, Development Bus Tour, Hosting MCE Classes, Hosting Saint Laurent Pop Up and Art Show at Luxury property open house.

Community Service:

2015 Veterans of Real Estate Professional Houston Chapter Board of Director's Outreach Director
2016 Veterans of Real Estate Professional Houston Chapter Board of Director's Outreach Director
2017 Veterans of Real Estate Professional Houston Chapter Board of Director's Outreach Director Secretary

2013 Texas Realtors Leadership Program (TRLP 2013)

2013 Houston Association of Realtors Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee Advisory Group
(HAR TREPAC)

2005 Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Houston Affiliate Race for the Cure Communications Committee member

2004-2006 The Susan G. Komen Houston Affiliate Education Committee member

2004 Super Bowl XXXVIII family expo center

Lisa obtained her real estate license in 2011 after 13 years in the title industry. She started out managing a large volume of HUD foreclosures in the beginning of her career and then recruited her husband, Alex, to help streamline the process. After a couple of years selling foreclosures, Lisa switched gears and focused on new construction. She sold out a new home community in Garden Oaks in less than 2 years and was awarded a Million Dollar Circle Award by the Greater Houston Builders Association Sales and Marketing Council. In 2017, Lisa opened a boutique real estate brokerage, Tejas Realty Group. The brokerage started out with 2 agents and now has a team of 25. Lisa is a licensed real estate broker, wife, and mother. She volunteers with the Houston Livestock show and Rodeo on the Wine Events Committee, the Houston Association of Realtors Global Advisory Group, San Antonio Board of Realtors Member, and the Texas Realtors Member Services Committee. Lisa is also the Women's Council of Realtors Houston 2023 President and the incoming 2024 Texas District Vice President.