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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

Ryan Boone has been passionate about real estate since his earliest years growing up in Houston Texas. Ryan always knew that he wanted to chart a path helping others, and found his true calling in real estate serving his clients and guiding them through one of the biggest investments of their lives. Ryan has been involved in every kind of transaction and specializes in helping clients find investment properties on and off the market. He feels incredibly blessed to work with amazing clients who become his friends and a strong part of his network.

Tara has been called a natural entrepreneur, and strives to deliver the best service she can to each and every one of her clients. She lives by the "Golden Rule" of service above self. Tara is backed by the premier team in Real Estate at 5th Stream Realty, a team of qualified specialists that will assist in providing the best service for every client. Retaining the Services of Tara Handal and her team, affords you the unique luxury of a network of professional individuals that are committed to helping you achieve your personal Real Estate Goals.

If you are looking for a self-motivated, problem solver with knowledge and integrity then Tara Handal is the Real Estate agent for YOU! For the past twelve years Tara held the role as Director of Operations for a successful Floral and Event Business in the beautiful Cayman Islands. The experience she gained in this role has given her a depth of knowledge for servicing and delivering extraordinary events and décor specific to the unique needs of each customer. Tara translates the experience she gained during her time in the islands to servicing the needs of her clients in the Houston-area; she is driven by helping her clients achieve their personal goals.

Her main focus is helping clients SELL their property, INVEST in Houston Real Estate and BUY their dream homes. Expertise: Katy, Energy Corridor, Galleria, Heights, Meyerland Clients for Life: Tara strives to retain her clients for life. No matter where they are in the world, Tara's clients are not only her clients but are also considered her friends. She has received many awards for her service including a Paul Harris Fellow Award with Rotary International, and 6th place for overall listing volume with Keller Williams Memorial. Her free time is spent with her two children aged 13 and 16. They are an active family with one being a gymnast and the other a competitive swimmer. When she isn't showing homes and helping her clients she spends her "Tara time" at the gym, yoga or an event for one of her lovely children.

Shannon Lester, of the award-winning Lester | Warren Team, has a passion for real estate that dates back as her junior high school years when she loved to accompany her mother touring open houses, and that enthusiasm hasn't diminished one bit. In fact, she has been recognized as a Company-wide Top Producer every year since 2011 both individually and for her team.

She finds that her own home is her most cherished place, and it is this sentiment that inspires her to find the perfect home for others. Shannon has a very outgoing personality and positive attitude, and contends that she can get along with a diverse range of clients and customers – assets that have served her well in her long career in sales, advertising and special event coordination.

Her years of experience include managing and training a large staff during which she developed impressive skills in organization and budgeting. But, above all, she loves to sell. Efficient, thorough, and a very good listener who never does anything halfway, Shannon has developed the flexibility to read client needs well and make adjustments as necessary. She is a very hard worker who always follows through on her commitments, and she strives to build long-standing relationships with clients. This trait has fostered a large and faithful network of personal and professional contacts.

Shannon grew up in the Memorial area of Houston and graduated from Texas Tech University, where she earned a BA in Journalism and Public Relations. She knows the city well and enjoys selling where she grew up, in addition to the Northwest area where she currently lives.

She and her husband, Mark, have two grown children of whom they are very proud, and love doting on their granddaughter. Shannon was particularly gratified when her daughter, Claire Warren, decided to join her in the practice of real estate and form the top-producing Lester | Warren Team.

Wendy Bellow brings to the Houston Real Estate market over 20 + years of experience in the home building industry. Having worked for a general contractor / builder, Wendy also worked hand in hand with architects and decorators. This experience provided Wendy with vast knowledge of residential and commercial building along with strong marketing and administrative skills. Combined with her excellence people skills, organizational skills, computer skills, and strong work ethic, Wendy ensures that her clients receive the very best in personalized customer service and attention. Whether buying or selling, Wendy is a well rounded professional ready to exceed your expectations!

I strive to help others in the process of looking to buy, sell, or even invest in properties. I was born and raised in Houston were I watched the city develop into this beautiful city we live in now! I'm fully bilingual in Spanish & English me encanta ayudar a todos! I come from a family where we invest into real estate where I then grew love into joining the real estate industry and become a relator on my own to help others do the same. I love putting my clients interest above everything else and making sure their process is smooth and quick as possible without having to stress while they let me handle everything behind the scenes!