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A proud native Houstonian, I graduated from Alief Hastings High School in 1988 with honors, and then attended the University of Houston, where I earned a BA in history with a minor in corporate communications. During college I worked at Benjamin Franklin Federal in the Real Estate Division and then later with the RTC.

My first full time position was with First American Title in 1992, where I worked for 13 years. Starting in the marketing department, I setup large venue realtor training seminars and developed their first desktop publishing department. I then worked as the executive assistant to the Division President for several years before being promoted to Facilities Manager and becoming Assistant Vice President. I opened and relocated office operations of all sizes in Houston and throughout Texas – hiring and working with general contractors, architects, designers and furniture.

In 2005, First American Title decided to out-source facilities management, so I set up my company – Construction & Design, Inc – to meet their needs and I continue to service them as a client today. I started out primarily building out commercial new construction raw spaces, which led to commercial remodels and over the years progressed into residential projects as well. I built my first home for an artist in the Heights in 2007 and I completed a $1.7 million condo remodel project at the Woodway Place Atrium Condominiums in 2008. I love the diversity of the projects and making customer’s dreams become reality!

My satisfied customers kept asking me to help them buy or sell properties, so I obtained my real estate license in 2013 in order to provide a full range of services. I am now have my brokers license and have started my own brokerage company called Sticks & Bricks Realty. I look forward to working with you!

As an expert in commercial and residential real estate, Carlos understands the importance of location. As a native Houstonian, his in-depth knowledge of the city and its neighborhoods are invaluable when it comes to helping his clients find the perfect piece of commercial property. His long standing relationships with title companies, banks, escrow companies, developers and builders make the entire process seamless for his clients. When working with Carlos he brings a lot of added value besides helping them find the perfect commercial property for their business. He also helps companies market and brand themselves to be the best in their industry. A few of his listings include the Woodgrove Office Park, a 6.97 acre lot in Spring, TX, and The Park @ 1488 in Conroe, TX. Carlos is Cuban American and has his bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University. His college baseball playing years have been instrumental in his success as an executive in real estate. His baseball playing days polished his skills as a quick thinker and to grasp a good deal for his clients. His proficiency in Spanish and English makes it easy for him to cater to an international clientele. With this knowledge and skill, he is ready to accept any challenge the Texas real estate market throws his way. So don't forget to get in touch with Carlos for all your real estate needs! CARLOS ZUBIZARRETA O. 281 601 1175 C. 281 799 3264 carlosz@carnanproperties.com

Karen Martin is what clients call “a dream come true” Realtor®. One client elaborates, “She was very professional, available, efficient, savvy and fun!"

Karen handles with the greatest of care her clients' wishes and concerns. Her goal is to make every transaction as seamless as possible, understanding that buying or selling of a home is an important, major venture in people's lives. With a committed, upbeat attitude and depth of knowledge, Karen has helped her clients reach their goals time and again.

Since becoming licensed in 1996, clients have repeatedly given Karen kudos for her professionalism. One says, “Karen is a pleasure to do business with and is by far the best Realtor I have ever worked with.”

Karen's success in the real estate business is reflected by her continual recognition as one of the Memorial office's Top Ten Producers.

Born and reared in western Ohio, Karen lived part of her childhood in Europe and India and her adult years in Wisconsin and New Jersey as well as Houston. She taught high school English in public schools before shifting careers to the residential real estate business.

Married with three grown daughters scattered from coast to coast, Karen loves being involved in the community by serving on civic, school and church committees, and being passionate in supporting charitable activities for the homeless and the visually impaired.

Originally from Venezuela, with an engineering background and a passion for home decoration, Raquel established an interior design practice in her hometown focusing in creating stylish and playful baby nurseries and children bedrooms. In 2006, Raquel and her family moved to Houston and after relocating to California for a few years, they established back in Houston in 2012. Having experienced several relocations and real estate transactions of her own, she realized that her background, training and experiences would make her a great real estate professional and allow her to help people experience what she already had gone through.

In order to give her clients valuable information and resources for them to make well informed decisions, she holds national and state designations and certifications in diverse areas of the Real Estate Industry. She is caring, honest, a perfectionist and emphasizes in communication by updating her clients frequently to work as a team with them.

Raquel says "Im a chemical engineer by training an a real estate agent by passion. I'm able to combine effectively my analytical skills with my creative side to help sellers sell for more and buyers find their dream home. My goal is to provide my clients the best real estate transaction experience. I'm fluent in Spanish and English"

Dedicated to bringing you the best service in the Greater Houston area.

My main goal is to assist you in making the right investment in either a commercial or residential property you are looking for.

My expertise in the Houston real estate market goes back for more than 20 years. I have developed solid skills oriented in advising people and investors into both, buying and selling real estate procedures. Applying the best negotiation strategies to achieve the best deal for my clients, in turn leaving them completely satisfied with their choice. I am a bicultural agent with understanding and knowledge of both, American and Latino cultures, which duplicates your potential market.



Mi principal objetivo es el asistirlo en la búsqueda de la mejor opción inmobiliaria residencial o comercial para su inversión. Mi carrera inmobiliaria en Texas inicia en el 2001, desarrollando conocimiento, experiencia y habilidades orientadas a obtener la mejor negociación para usted, ofreciéndole apoyo con asesores expertos en la estrategia financiera, legal, fiscal y contable y buscando siempre cumplir con sus más exigentes expectativas de atención y servicio.

Como agente bicultural, conozco la cultura y pensamiento tanto del mercado Americano como Latino, duplicando asi, el potencial de su mercado.



I speak English and Spanish fluently. Hablo inglés y español fluidamente.

email: mnoriega@norei.net

Tel: 713-816-5049

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