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Robert Bland knew at an early age that a career in real estate was his destiny, and with great intuitiveness he paved a path to the top as a consistent multi-million dollar producer with Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty and now Compass Real Estate Texas.

Robert learned the fundamentals of real estate from his father, a residential developer who worked in Spain, New Orleans, Puerto Rico, and Houston. Although he lived in many cities following his father around, Robert always considered Houston home.

A fluent Spanish-speaker, Robert graduated from St. John's School, attended Tulane University, and graduated from the University of Texas with a BBA. He started his real estate career as a project manager for new construction. In 1979, he received his real estate license and moved to Austin to participate in land development. While there, he earned an MBA from UT.

Robert returned to Houston and joined Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, in 1990. Within one year, he became a member of the Circle of Excellence, the company's elite group of top producers. He has qualified for the Circle every year since, joined the Hall of Fame in 1996, and has been among the company's top producers ever since. He also figures prominently in the Houston Business Journal's Top 25 Residential Realtors list every year.

Robert Bland demonstrates the level of excellence that Compass Real Estate exemplifies in the real estate community. He attributes his success to personal referrals from former clients and friends, proof of the old adage "If you want something done well, ask a busy person." One of his important strengths, Bland says, is his ability as a facilitator. He believes in keeping everyone in a real estate transaction "on the same page," and stresses that a successful closing is one where all parties feel they've won. Robert sells all areas of Houston and has particular expertise in the River Oaks area, the Museum District, Tanglewood, and close-in Memorial.

Robert is married and has two children. He serves on the advisory board of the Salvation Army and is the chairman of the Army’s real estate committee. In his spare time, Robert enjoys travel, skiing, surfing, and playing tennis.

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Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence
• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Hall of Fame

Professional Memberships:

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

Multi-Million Dollar Producer and HAR International Council member with almost 17 years of combined experience in home sales, originating mortgages, marketing and negotiation. What you get from me is:

Effective honest interaction

Immediate updates on your transaction

Your highest interests fully represented

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What my clients say:

"Very professional and competent. She had a thorough understanding of the mortgage, title, buying/selling procedures and managed the whole process; paying attention to every detail and following up with all parties involved making sure everyone was on the same page. She resolved a number of issues before they turned into problems and everything went smooth due to her extensive and persistent guidance. I would highly recommend. "

Having sold real estate for more than 39 years, I have experienced many trends Houstonians have encountered. My career began in the West University area and has slowly grown to encompass the Upper Kirby District, River Oaks, Royden Oaks, Oak Estates, Afton Oaks and the Villages of Memorial.

Dealing with predominantly high-end properties, I have met many market-savvy buyers and sellers. I am always learning new ways of educating my clients and myself to deal with the current market trends and everchanging market cycles.

My professional goal is to provide the absolute best service to my clients by always giving 110%. I am a very ethical, honest, reliable and motivated individual. I take the care of my client's needs very personal, and due to my high standards of business practice, I have been featured in the Houston Business Journal several times as one of the Top 25 Real Estate Agents in Houston.

I believe that authenticity leads to a meaningful relationship. Please allow me to be of service to you in life's most important investment, YOUR HOME!

Prior to joining Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, Laura Winston worked for over a decade with an award winning design firm absorbing a wealth of knowledge and experience in new construction, remodeling and interior design. Attention to detail in working with homeowners is her strength. Laura understands the importance of staying connected with her clients through out the entire process of buying or selling a home.

Laura, and her husband, Robby have enjoyed raising 3 children in the West University area for over 25 years.

Laura graduated from The University of Texas with a Bachelor's in Organizational Communications. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority and continues to be involved with Houston's Alumni Chapter. Community is very important to Laura and she has enjoyed her many volunteer opportunities through the years proudly volunteering for West U Elementary, River Oaks Baptist School, St. John's School, Lamar High School Booster Club, West U Little League, and Southwest Football League.

Providing Honesty, Integrity and Reliability and every Real Estate transaction. Serving in the West Houston/Katy area for over one decade. HAR Member, TAR Member and NAR Member. Call me with your Real Estate needs,

Howdy All! Im excited to have landed in the great city of Houston and surrounding areas after serving Americas heroes at Fort Hood, Texas with my veteran husband and our 4 girls. My college days were spent here at the University of Houston, but my 13+ years of real estate buying, selling and investing was built all over Texas and relocating people across the globe. You have options when buying, selling, renting and investing in real estate, lets sit down and explore the possibilities and execute the plan.