77024 Real Estate Agents

Broker Associate Inga Laughlin Smith brings an impressive background in international business to her real estate practice. Inga was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and has been a resident of Houston since 1989. After graduating from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance, she moved to Houston to pursue a career in banking. For 10 years, Inga worked in international banking for “Fortune 100” oil and gas clientele handling transactions on both the marketing and credit sides of the business. She applies numerous transferable skills to her real estate practice; specifically, strong negotiation, marketing, contract and documentation skills.

Inga began her real estate career with Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty in 2008. She serves clients primarily in the Memorial area, Briargrove, The Heights and other traditional neighborhoods in Houston.

Inga has earned her Master Certified Negotiation designation (MCNE) and firmly believes it is important for her clients to know that she continuously expands her knowledge base. “I feel very strongly about staying current on trends in the industry and keeping myself abreast of the ever changing market.”

A member of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty’s Circle of Excellence, Inga attributes her success to being positive, outgoing and a “hands-on” Realtor. “I love working with people, and I’m a good listener. I always have my client’s best interest at heart. Buying or selling a home is one of the largest financial decisions most people will make, and I am there to walk with them through the process. I am always appreciative and humbled by the number of referrals I receive from existing clients, and repeat business is my greatest compliment.”

Inga is married and the mother of three boys. Outside of real estate, she is involved in her boy’s schools, Memorial Middle School and Memorial High School. While her boys attended Frostwood Elementary, Inga was recognized for her volunteerism to the school and received the PTA Lifetime Achievement Award. Inga is a sustaining member of The Junior League of Houston, serves as a member of the Whispering Oaks Civic Club Architectural Committee, and is an active volunteer with the Whispering Oaks Woman’s Club, and an Alumni of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She enjoys gardening, reading, estate sales, and her boys’ sports activities.

Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Circle of Excellence
• Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Member of Hall of Fame

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Designations:

• Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE)

Professional Memberships:

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

His passion for people and premiere places make his partnership with each client a truly customized experience. As a Houston native and graduate of Houston Baptist University, he not only knows the city, but loves the community. He and his wife, Star, of 27 years are active members of Houston's First Baptist Church. Together, they have 4 amazing kids, Madison, Jackson, Hope, and Avonlea. As a member of the Dana Johnson Team at Compass Memorial, he is eager to design a dream experience for you in the real estate adventure.

TAO Interests, Inc. is a Houston, Texas real estate services company providing brokerage services for today's marketplace with areas of expertise in land, retail, industrial, and sale / leaseback investment properties. It is led by Tim Opatrny, a broker with over 30 years of commercial real estate experience. Whether you are a buyer, seller or landlord, we provide the utmost in professional representation. Office # 713-621-9841

Stephanie Luna is in the business of changing lives for the better and building lasting relationships. For nine years, Stephanie was an elementary teacher. She taught 1st grade, Kindergarten, and most recently Art for the Pearland Independent School District. She used creative ideas, concepts, and motivational techniques to help her students learn and she uses those same qualities to aid clients in the seemingly daunting task of buying, selling, or leasing a home. Stephanie is patient, dedicated, organized, caring, flexible, and thorough. She uses her experience with conflict resolution managed in the classroom to help negotiate the best outcome for her clients. As an excellent communicator, she understands the importance of speaking clearly and concisely to get the best results. Stephanie will put your mind at ease during the process of your real estate transactions. She will be with you from start to finish and beyond. She believes in the importance of building a strong relationship with her clients, as she did with hundreds of students in her classroom. She will go beyond and work tirelessly for you and all your real estate needs. Stephanie has lived in the Pearland area for 24 years. She married her husband, Tim, and gained a wonderful bonus daughter in 2005. Tim and Stephanie have two beautiful children together. She enjoys traveling, watching their children in their many extra-curricular activities, and spending time with friends and family, including their two loving labs.

Nobody knows the customer service industry quite like Vanessa Thompson. With over 15 years of working in the service industry and as a chef, plus managing upwards of 120 people, Vanessa knows what it takes to provide top quality service for her clients. Thompson decided to jump start her entrepreneurship career and fell in love with real estate. She has been in the industry since 2015 and enjoys being able to meet different people and building relationships while reaching her clients goals.


Vanessa Thompson goes above and beyond for her homebuyers and sellers. She has even studied servant leadership to assist and improve her role as a real estate agent. Vanessa's work ethic and integrity has helped shape her career and drive her success. If you are searching for an agent who puts her heart and soul into finding the right home for you, then look no further than Vanessa Thompson.

Vanessa appreciates the diversity and the world of cuisines within Houston. You can find Vanessa traveling and taking in the Houston art and food scene when she is not working.

I have been in real estate for more than 14 years now. I love helping buyers or sellers with their real estate needs. I have the Certified Negotiation Expert designation so I will work hard for what is best for my client. I have lived in Houston area for over 32 years. I know Houston and surrounding areas. I now live in Sugar Land and have lived there for over 12 years now. Let me help you with your real estate needs because I have the patience and experience that buyers and sellers need.

I am a native to Houston! Being born and raised in the area, I know Houston quite well.

I have been working as an American Sign Language teacher for the past nine years! I love teaching students and supporting them on their journey. But now, I look forward to being able to help you on your home buying journey! If you are looking to buy or sell a house, contact me. I have a team of people ready to help you in all of your house selling or buying needs.