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Top 25 Agent at COMPASS Houston, 2022

Sixth-generation Houstonian Lesley Arbuckle Lewis ushers buyers and sellers to success fueled by her client-first attitude and lifelong passion for real estate. A masterful negotiator, she believes in delivering value in everything she does. Buyers rely on her unrivaled knowledge of Houston's homes and neighborhoods, and sellers praise her innate understanding of the marketplace and talent for positioning listings.

Lesley's interest in the business was formed early on when she'd visit her father's construction sites and open houses. By college, she was earning her license, and she entered the real estate business full time shortly after graduation. Since then, Lesley has been perfecting her craft, including working with one of Texas' top producers, where she had a hand in over 90 million in transactions. She credits that experience with showing her the importance of being responsive and nimble. Innovative and solutions- oriented, Lesley is always two steps ahead of any potential problem.

Raised in Hunters Creek Village, Lesley and her husband live in Memorial. She's an avid fan of fitness, family and great food. Lesley is also active in St. Michael's Catholic Church, the Junior League and Delta Delta Delta alumni projects.

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I embarked on my journey into the world of real estate at a young age, thanks to the influential presence of my mother. She was deeply involved in the art of renovating and selling properties, a profession that ignited my early fascination for the industry. As I grew, so did my affinity for real estate, eventually leading me to discover my true calling in property management. Throughout the years, I've come to realize that my passion lies in assisting individuals on their quest to find the perfect home. There's an undeniable sense of fulfillment that accompanies the opportunity to connect with people, understand their unique needs, and guide them towards the realization of their homeownership dreams. My path in real estate has been defined by an unwavering commitment to delivering nothing short of exceptional service. I approach every aspect of my work with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in pursuit of the best outcomes for my clients. In essence, my mission is to transform the dreams of my clients into tangible achievements. I consider it both an honor and a privilege to play a part in their real estate journeys, and I look forward to continuing this incredible adventure in the world of real estate with the same passion and dedication that has brought me to this point. Thank you for allowing me to share a glimpse of my journey with you, and I'm excited to have the opportunity to assist you in your own real estate endeavors.

John Karas, a long time Houstonian, started his real estate career in May of 2015 and has proven to be a results driven professional. Prior to joining the world of Real Estate, John spent over 20 years working as a marketing and communications professional with organizations such as Deloitte, Royal Dutch Shell, BMC Software, and ABC Television.

John grew up in Houston and graduated from Houston Baptist University with degrees in both Business Administration and Communications. His passion for Real Estate is fueled by his extensive knowledge of the city and his dedication to his clients' needs. John listens to their list of must haves, asks key questions, and then develops and delivers a custom approach to help them meet their goals. He goes the extra mile to collect relevant data to support his pricing strategies for buyers and sellers and keeps them informed every step of the way on the status of their transaction. He is always available to work around busy schedules and answer questions.

"It's not about the transaction, it's about loyalty, trust and building long term relationships", says John who has built a following that includes multiple transactions with severall of his clients.

One of his crowning achievements came when a client who bought a new home called one evening, months after moving in, to say, "I just pulled into my driveway after a very long day, and I can't believe I live in this beautiful house. Thank you for finding our home".

John's interests include travel, gourmet cooking and spending time with family.

Whether you are looking to acquire, sell or lease residential Real Estate, John will meet and exceed your expectations. His greatest satisfaction is derived from happy clients.

A detail-oriented, technologically-savvy self-starter, Emily Vidor Porter began her real estate career with a plan. After graduating from the University of Texas at Austin, Emily was on track for law school but soon realized she needed to change course. "I worked for an oil and gas law firm and quickly realized that a desk job was not for me," she says. "I knew it was time to make a different plan that got me out of the office and interacting with people. I signed on as an agent-assistant at Greenwood King Properties in 2013 and learned the business from the ground up!"

After four, very intense, years learning from and working side-by-side with top producers at GK, Emily became an agent without missing a beat. "I saw from the very beginning that this would be a life-long career I would grow with as the years go by. I also learned that no matter how much knowledge one has, long hours and dedication to clients and excellent service are non-negotiable components for success."

As a native Houstonian, Emily has an established network of sellers and buyers in the West University area where she grew up, and has expanded that core client base to now include most of Houston's traditional neighborhoods. "The inner-loop has always been such an active real estate sales hub and growing up there exposed me to the excitement of the market from an early age," she says.

Honest and forthright, Emily delivers honesty to her clients. "I do not hold back my opinions because the truth is in the best interest of my clients." She enjoys guiding first-time buyers on a huge milestone in their lives and assisting sellers on how to make-ready their home to make a great first impression on the market. No matter who, what, where or when, Emily is extremely goal oriented, providing her clients first class, top notch service from start to finish! One client stated that "Emily went way beyond in absolutely every aspect of our deal experience. Communication, responsiveness, fact finding, research, attention to detail are all off the charts. Not everyone in this business is like this and that is what sets Emily apart from the pack."

After graduation from Episcopal High School, Emily earned her degree from the University of Texas where she a member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority and is still an active alum. In addition, Emily loves to also volunteer with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo where she has served on the Souvenir committee and now currently serving on the Breeders Greeters committee. In her free time, Emily enjoys traveling, working-out, watching college football, cooking, and spending time with her husband, Mark and their dog, Jagger.