77027 Real Estate Agents

“It’s in the genes,” says Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty’s Circle of Excellence member Victoria Giammalva Minton of her chosen career. Raised in a family of real estate professionals, it was inevitable that Victoria would follow the path to real estate. A native Houstonian associated with Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty since 1991, she exhibits a natural talent for the business.

Victoria Co-listed and sold the most expensive home in River Oaks in 2011- and did it in four days. "I don't just wait for a listing to sell," she says. "Over the years, I have developed a strong ability to assess a property's value and I have and excellent history of attaining at or above list price for my listings. I create a customized marketing plan for each listing to maximize market exposure. I know what it takes to get it sold with minimal days on the market; after 20 years in the business, you pretty much get it down. The key is building trust. If your clients trust you, they will listen and let you do your job."

"I owe a lot of my success to Martha Turner who always preached Preparation meets Opportunity." Much of Victoria's time is spent on preparation: monitoring the market, previewing homes for Buyers, staying current on the Seller's competition, networking and attending professional seminars and legal updates. She is an advocate for her clients in every way and loves what she does. Growing up in Tanglewood, Victoria has extensive knowledge of the market both inside and outside the 610 Loop, and is a market expert in Tanglewood, River Oaks, Memorial, Southampton and West University area where she has lived for the past 20 years.

Victoria graduated from the University of Texas in Austin with a BS in Communications and is a member of Chi Omega Sorority. She has served as a member of the Junior League of Houston, and has been a CCE teacher at her church, St. Vincent de Paul, preparing children for their first communion. She is a member of the Briar Club where she has served on their Youth Committee, has been an active supporter of West U Little League and Challenger Baseball. Victoria's present volunteer commitments include St. Thomas High School where her two sons attend, and Presbyterian School where her daughter attends. She is married to Jarrett Minton, a principal with M-M Properties and lives in the heart of West University Place.

Victoria's hobbies and interests include cooking, yoga, and exercise to maintain balance in her life.

Awards:

• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Circle of Excellence
• MTSIR Circle of Excellence Hall of Fame
• Recipient of Company Wide "Most Expensive Home Sale" Award 2011

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Professional Memberships:

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

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Jill brings unique qualifications and perspective to real estate as a co-owner of a luxury, award winning home staging company called Perfectly Staged Designs, LLC. She and her partner have staged over 350 homes in West University, Bellaire, South Hampton, River Oaks, Memorial, and the Heights. PSD owns a large warehouse full of high-end furniture, artwork, and accessories. Jill has helped many clients prepare and market their homes for successful sales and brings that knowledge and experience to her real estate clients. Having a unique advantage in the real estate industry, Jill can provide luxury staging for all listings, both occupied and vacant! She is fortunate to be a member of the successful HTX Group who had over 32 million in sales in 2020. Jill operates with honesty, integrity, loyalty, and hard work in business. She believes in exceeding her clients' expectations in all transactions and will do whatever it takes to get the job done. Prior to her career in real estate, Jill enjoyed a career in marketing as a director for PHCP, Inc, a local food and beverage marketing agency who serves national fortune 500 companies such as Hilton Hotels International, Disney, Starwood Hotels, Coors Brewing Co, and Marriott Hotels. She learned the art of negotiation and importance of listening and serving clients' needs. Jill holds a degree in Finance from the University of Houston. She is a 17-year resident of West University Place, where she lives with her husband and two children. She has been integrally involved in her community, volunteering extensively, and serving on the boards of West University Elementary PTO, National Charity League -Texas Sage Chapter, West University Little League and Lamar High School. She remains an active member of the Challenger Division of West University Little League. Call Jill Today! 713-818-8598

A licensed Realtor since 1988, Carole Pitts, John Daugherty's Operations Manager, has been with the company since 2000. A colleague describes her as "the go-to person for so many things...she is essential for daily internal operations." Carole is known throughout the company for her friendly attitude, patience and ability to multi-task.

A native Houstonian, who has been married to another native Houstonian since 1985, Carole lives with her husband and two dogs in Quail Valley. Her hobbies include reading, watching movies, driving, traveling and fishing. An animal advocate, she has volunteered with Friends of B.A.R.C., doing pet adoptions.