Webster Real Estate Agents

Prior to Martha Jefferies’ real estate career, the Bay Area-native spent 16 years in one of the mainstays of the Houston economy: the chemical industry. Martha was an industry trainer and taught relationship building to employees across the United States. Her curriculum included developing superior communication skills, conflict resolution tools, and behavior-based safety techniques.

As a Realtor, Martha’s professional expertise and fluent Spanish are invaluable when communicating with her wide-range of clients, identifying their needs, and resolving issues that crop up in the course of their transactions. “I love the challenge of helping people realize the American dream – home ownership. Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with past and present clients is my ultimate goal,” says Martha. “I want my clients to remember their real estate experience in a positive light.”

Martha has a knack for “getting people talking,” and is an excellent listener. She delights in engaging clients in “down to earth” conversations that are long-lasting and meaningful. Martha believes in continuing education and has earned a number of professional accreditations including Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI) and Texas Affordable Housing Specialist (TAHS) designations, and Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR) certification.

As a believer in giving back to her community, Martha volunteers for various organizations in the Bay Area. Her time-off is spent working out at the South Shore Fitness Center, boating and skiing on Clear Lake, and attending music concerts on the weekends. She is the mother of two adult sons; one is a professional firefighter and the other an attorney.

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Designations:

• Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE)

Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence

Professional Memberships:

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

Born and raised in Houston, Jordan is very familiar with this great city! Currently living inside the loop, Jordan is knowledgeable in many areas of Houston! Jordan grew up in Clear Lake, graduated from Texas State University with a degree in marketing and has been in sales ever since! Jordan broke large records in her past sales position, we can only wait to see what she does with our team. Eager to help new and current Houstonians find their dream home, Jordan is a great communicator and works hard to ensure a smooth real estate transaction.  

Marks Chowning joins Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty this year pairing his extensive knowledge of the Galveston market with their world class real estate brokerage.


Drawn by the lure of the sea, Marks and his family relocated to Galveston in mid-2015 and now call the beautiful Texas gulf coast home. As a resident and professional in this coastal region, he is intimately familiar with the unique issues related to coastal living, specifically coastal insurance issues (flood, wind), differing building codes and construction requirements. Marks brings a wealth of experience in home renovation, commercial construction, and historic restoration, valuable knowledge given the amount of older homes and historic buildings on the island.


Clients praise Marks for his positive approach, decisive yet creative disposition, exceptional negotiating skills, and unwavering commitment throughout the entire transaction. He strives to deliver service that surpasses expectations, fostering "win-win" transactions, and addressing all of his clients' real estate requirements.


Marks started his career managing a variety of large public assembly, multi-use and commercial properties in markets across the United States. After 25 years of operating commercial properties, 2012 found him jumping into the world of residential real estate, launching his practice in Las Vegas, Nevada. As you can imagine, real estate, like everything else in Las Vegas, was dynamic and always moving, and he quickly became a top producer within his brokerage.


When Marks is not immersed in the world of real estate, he enjoys playing golf on the island's golf courses, nurturing vibrant tropical plants and relishing the freshest local seafood. Simple pleasures include exploring the island on his golf cart, sunset gatherings with friends and quiet time on his porch enjoying the breeze off the water.

Earning her real estate license in 2006, Kari had previously worked in the real estate industry for nearly a decade. Beginning in the title industry, while working for a real estate attorney in Virginia Beach where she grew up, she learned the techniques and strategies used by investors to acquire properties. After moving to Texas in 1998, it wasn't long before Kari began investing in real estate herself, purchasing both rentals and rehabilitation projects. Kari uses savvy negotiations and cutting-edge marketing strategies to join uncompromising integrity as the hallmark of her service. In 2019, Kari joined her husband Randy Barr in opening the new brokerage, Barr & Associates Real Estate, LLC. Their goal is simple: to foster the agent/client relationship. Giant brokerage houses focus on high volume and often diluted quality of service that often emphasizes the agent instead of the client. This is where their philosophy differs. For the Barr's, it's about building personal relationships. Thanks to her exceptionally loyal clientele, personal referrals and repeat business, Kari formed the foundation of her success. When not serving clients, Kari enjoys spending time with her family, the outdoors and cooking

I have lived in Galveston County my entire life. The Gulf Coast is my home and my passion. My experience covers many facets of real estate including: listing or buying of new/resale residential homes, waterfront specialist, residential leasing, and sales and leasing of commercial properties. I strive to be the best advocate for my clients, and approach each transaction with integrity, dedication, and a good sense of humor. I push myself to be a better REALTOR® by continuing my real estate education, and keeping up to date on all aspects of real estate and marketing. Social Media Pro, Multi Cultural Real Estate Professional and Certified Military Residential Specialist are some of my designations that I have acquired. I am an easy person to talk with and pride myself on my communication with my clients. I am professional, responsible, and very loyal to my clients. My extracurricular activities include spending time with my family, swimming, and relaxing with friends. I am a TOP PRODUCER! If you need a Realtor® or just have real estate questions, please give me a call and I will be happy to help you!

Karen Sherrill is known for her exceptional service, professionalism, integrity, and care throughout every step of the transaction process. She understands that this is not just a financial decision but a significant life event for her clients. She takes the time to listen attentively, empathize with their needs and concerns, and provide the information they need to make informed decisions.

Karen's ultimate goal is to make the real estate experience as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. By building strong relationships based on trust and open communication, she ensures that her clients feel supported and confident throughout the entire journey and beyond. Whether you're a first-time buyer or seasoned in real estate, Karen's personalized approach will exceed your expectations and leave you feeling valued and satisfied.

Originally from San Diego, Karen made the move to the Clear Lake area in 2005 with her family. Jimmy Simien was their REALTOR when they relocated and she is a founding Realtor with Simien Properties in 2009. Three of their kids attended schools in Clear Lake and graduated from colleges in Texas. Their oldest daughter graduated from SDSU before relocating to Texas. She understands the ever changing housing needs consumers face; is familiar with the area and knows what it's like to relocate to a new city or move across the country. She is a certified Military Relocation Professional as well.

Contact her today to benefit from her extensive knowledge, unwavering dedication, and genuine care for your real estate needs. With Karen by your side, you can navigate the market with confidence and achieve your goals. After your sale, you will continue to have an on call real estate resource and ally.

Ask any of her clients for feedback on their experience - or view her client experience rating - many clients have become friends