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Donald Tomek brings to both DONALD CHARLES PROPERTIES and to his real estate clients a unique array of talents. Before becoming a Realtor, Donald was a

home builder and renovator specializing in local historic homes as well as a HVAC contractor. His knowledge of construction, both new and old, and his experience with period restorations, make him an invaluable asset to buyers and sellers of homes in the Heights, Timbergrove/Lazybrook, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Montrose, and other distinctive close-in neighborhoods, including Downtown and Midtown.

Donald continues to demonstrate his ability to be an effective, results-oriented Realtor. His clients appreciate his acute listening skills, responsiveness and especially his patience. Because of his background and knowledge, Donald has already established a reputation for going the extra mile for his clients. His advice is very helpful regardless of whether a home is new construction or one of the many historic residences in the markets in which he specializes.

A native Houstonian, Donald is a University of Houston graduate with a BS degree in Industrial Technology. He also brings a professional background dedicated to historic residential architecture, including relocating and restoring historic properties, and he regularly attends the Restoration and Renovation Conference.

Graduate University of Houston - BS Industrial Technology

Owned HVAC company 16+ years

Custom builder/renovator of Houston Heights & Galveston Historic Homes     

Native Houstonian living in Garden Oaks/Timbergrove/Heights

Participant of National Preservation/Restoration Conferences

Owner/Broker of Donald Charles Properties, LLC

25+ years experience in the Houston real estate market

Catherine York's career began in New York City in the fashion industry. Since working with people has always been a passion of hers, being in luxury retail was a perfect match. Her retail clients expected a very high level of product knowledge and customer service. "I quickly learned what I needed to accomplish to make sure that my clients were satisfied. Simply stated, my philosophy as a Realtor® is not about how many homes I sell, but rather about making the seller or the buyer feel well informed and totally taken care of," says Catherine. Listening to clients and doing everything possible to achieve their goals is top on her list.

Catherine has worked with Caroline Schlemmer since 2013 as her Buyer's agent. Caroline and Catherine work in concert with their clients to ensure they are first in line to view a home, and if they choose to make an offer, they have proven techniques to ensure the offer is meaningful to the seller. "Our goal is to take the leg work and guesswork out of finding a new home and to help our clients make informed decisions in a timely manner." Since joining Caroline, the Team has earned #1 in sales for 2014-2016 for the Heights Office.

Originally from Oklahoma City, Catherine graduated from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Retail. She played international soccer and was an active member of her sorority of Alpha Gamma Delta. Catherine is passionate about travel and feels it is vital in expanding one's knowledge and experience of other cultures. Her other interests include her beloved Maltese, Fiona, and mini Teddy bear Goldendoodle, Ruby. She lives in the Houston Heights with her husband, Ryan York and their two children.

Kelly is a Houston inner loop specialist. Having lived and worked in Houston for over 7 years, she understands what makes our community and the people who call it home so special. From the Miller Outdoor Theater at Herman Park to the local restaurants and coffee shops in the Houston Heights to the Art Car Parade, Houston is a special place that she is proud to call home. That's what it takes to truly be a local real estate expert. Not just expertise in negotiation and marketing and access to real-time market data, but a love and understanding of our community and the people who live here.

Kirsten Kiara is a motivated and dedicated Real Estate Professional that is known for her exceptional active listening and creative negotiation skills. With over 10 years of Real Estate experience, Kirsten makes each transaction as smooth and stress-free as possible for her clients.

Kirsten began her career in Real Estate in 2012, and since then has joined EXP Realty, where she has been able to provide numerous clients with her knowledge, expertise, and unparalleled passion for the field. In addition to helping clients buy and sell homes, Kirsten is also highly skilled in Luxury Residential, Commercial Sales & Leasing, and Investing and Portfolio Management.

Kirsten will be sure to exceed your Real Estate expectations. Contact her today!

My favorite part of real estate is meeting new clients and forming a long lasting relationship, although getting to show unique Houston homes is a definite plus! I take pride in knowing and understanding the different markets Houston has to offer, as well as keeping a good eye out for up and coming neighborhoods. When it comes to the areas of Houston I specialize in, I find it limiting to focus on just one specific area. As you can see from my previous sales, I go pretty much anywhere my clients want me to go. Thanks to technology and a lot of research, it's easier than ever to help my clients find the perfect home, and I hope I can do the same for you!