Agents' Choice

Announcing the winners of the 2026 Houston Agents’ Choice Awards!

Houston Agent magazine is proud to announce the Industry MVP, Managing Broker of the Year, Lender of the Year, Best Dressed and more in the 2026 Houston Agents’ Choice Awards.

Industry MVP: Dana Johnson, Douglas Elliman

A business-minded professional with over a decade of experience in real estate, Dana Johnson is an eighth-generation Texan with deep roots in the state.

Managing Broker of the Year: Nancy Almodovar, Nan and Company Properties

Nancy Almodovar is CEO and co-founder of Nan and Company Properties, where she leads more than 220 agents across greater Houston.

Best Team: Team Jason, Keller Williams Realty Signature

Team Jason is a top-producing real estate team led by Jason Huynh. Fluent in Vietnamese, the bilingual team has a philosophy that clients come first no matter what. Serving luxury clientele in Houston, Cypress, Katy Sugar Land, La Porte,

Rookie of the Year: Alejandra Romero, Alumbra International Properties

Growing up, Alejandra Romero helped her mom sell pupusas, perfumes and candy. Those early experiences sparked a love for connecting with people, selling, and — most importantly — helping families like hers.

Best Agent Website: Wendy Welsh – myagentwendy.com, Coldwell Banker Realty

Wendy Welsh views her website as another way to educate, guide and connect with the people she serves.

Best Brokerage Website: nanproperties.com, Nan and Company Properties

The Nan and Company Properties website serves as a comprehensive digital destination for Houston real estate, bringing together property search, neighborhood expertise, luxury listings, new developments, agent profiles, market insights and company resources in one streamlined experience.

Charitable Service Award: Terri Guerra, Nancy Owens Breast Cancer Foundation, Bernstein Realty

Whether advocating for breast cancer research, volunteering for Houston’s signature charitable organizations or serving her real estate clients, Guerra leads with heart, integrity and an unwavering commitment to making a difference.

Best Dressed: Mirabel Ugbaja, Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan

Houston-based Realtor Mirabel Ugbaja is known for bringing a thoughtful, client-centered approach to real estate with an unmistakable sense of style.

Social Media Influencer of the Year, Agent: Sahar Khatib, Keller Williams Realty Southwest

Known for her discretion, dedication and determination, Sahar Khatib is committed to understanding each client’s goals and providing thoughtful guidance throughout every transaction.

Loan Officer of the Year: Christy Martin, Guaranteed Rate Affinity

With over 30 years of experience and knowledge in the mortgage industry, Christy Martin is a trusted resource for people trying to achieve their homeownership and wealth goals.

Lender of the Year: Chase

JPMorgan Chase has been driving financial innovation and service for over 225 years, supporting economies worldwide and investing in the growth of clients, employees and communities.

Social Media Influencer of the Year, Lender: Chris Kelso, Rate

Beyond production, Chris Kelso is the co-founder and co-host of the Real Estate Rat Pack, a long-running radio and podcast platform focused on real estate education.

Title Company of the Year: Fidelity National Title

Fidelity National Title is a trusted leader in the title insurance and real estate services industry, providing comprehensive title, escrow and closing solutions for residential and commercial transactions.

Title Professional of the Year: Eddie Massa, Riverway Title

A business development professional with Riverway Title, Eddie Massa specializes in title insurance in Houston, Katy and The Woodlands.

Builder/Developer of the Year: Johnson Development

Johnson Development is a nationally recognized leader in residential and commercial land development celebrating 51 years of creating exceptional communities.