Agents' Choice

2016 Agents’ Choice Awards Winners

We asked agents, developers and lenders to vote for their peers and colleagues in our second annual Agents’ Choice Awards. Click any category below to see who won. The three nominees who received the most votes were the official finalists

Industry MVP: Laura Sweeney

Laura Sweeney is one of Houston’s premier residential real estate professionals, with a well-deserved reputation for hard work, organization and persistence. Nationally acclaimed for her marketing expertise and negotiation skills, she brings passion, professionalism and commitment to every transaction,

Rookie of the Year: Emelie Mavligit

Emelie Mavligit brings a native Houstonian’s outlook and understanding of the city and its residents to her career in real estate with John Daugherty, Realtors. A previous 10-year career in public relations, marketing and event planning has honed her

Charitable Service Award: Agatha Brann

A top producer for 28 years, Agatha specializes in the executive close-in home market. The longtime Houstonian and Tanglewood resident has been described as “the ultimate professional,” not only for her business and industry knowledge, but for her care,

Managing Broker of the Year: Amy Bernstein

Amy Bernstein founded Bernstein Realty in January of 1985 as a way to combine her two greatest passions – people and real estate. Bernstein holds a Bachelor of Science degree in education from The University of Texas at Austin

Best Team: The Loken Group

The Loken Group revolutionized the real estate landscape by establishing one of the industry’s first and most successful Inside Sales teams of its kind. The Loken Group’s setup is unique in that each team member focuses on their specialty.

Developer of the Year: Surge Homes

Surge Homes® is revolutionizing Houston’s Inner Loop by building innovative developments in sought-after neighborhoods at unmatched price points. Bringing a diverse range of home types, such as condominiums, townhomes and luxurious single-family homes, Surge Homes is the fastest-selling new

Lender of the Year: AmCap Mortgage

In today’s competitive mortgage industry, it seems every company claims to be the best. They all boast having the best rates, the best products and the best tools, but the truth is these aren’t the defining factors of what

Best Brokerage Website: John Daugherty, Realtors

For 50 years John Daugherty, Realtors has been recognized as the leader in selling luxury properties and estates in the greater Houston area. Founded in 1967 by John A. Daugherty, Jr. a proud, third-generation Houstonian, the brokerage specializes in

Best Dressed: Michael O’Neal

Michael has been a top multi-million-dollar listing agent starting with the first year he entered the industry. He has proven with existing and past clients that he is true to his word and has a great work ethic. The

Best Agent Website: Jeff George

Specializing in residential and commercial real estate, with over 18 years of experience, this longevity and confidence comes from Jeff’s real estate services to a great many buyers and sellers, and their recommendations to others that result in repeat and

Agents’ Choice Awards 2015

We asked agents, developers and lenders to vote for peers and colleagues for our first-ever Agents’ Choice Awards, and after counting nearly 16,000 votes, we’re pleased to announce the winners on the following pages. Click on the links below to

Best Agent Website: Paige Martin, Keller Williams Realty – HoustonProperties.com

As featured on Fox News in the Morning, the Houston Chronicle, the Houston Business Journal and Houston magazine, Paige Martin, a consistent top producing Realtor and the owner of HoustonProperties.com, is ranked amongst the very top Keller Williams agents in

Best Developer: Perry Homes

Perry Homes is one of the largest and most respected new home builders in Texas. The firm offers designs for every lifestyle in the most desirable communities. Perry Homes is dedicated to providing high-level customer service, during and after the sale. The continuing loyalty

Best Team: Tina Brickhouse Team, Keller Williams Realty

Tina Brickhouse has lived in The Woodlands Area for over 12 years. She and her team share a vast knowledge of the neighborhoods, amenities and schools, which allows them to effectively work with a  variety of buyers and sellers. The team’s leader

Best Brokerage Website: BernsteinRealty.com

Bernstein Realty is recognized as one of Houston’s leading boutique real estate firms, offering a comprehensive portfolio of real estate services that meet the needs of a variety of lifestyle choices and price ranges. Whether you love city life,

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