Lee DeForke Jr. Links

ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative

The Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council (REBAC), an affiliate of the National Association of Realtors®, to real estate practitioners who meet the specified educational and practical experience criteria.

ePRO - ePro Internet Professionals

e-PRO is a revolutionary training program to certify real estate agents and brokers as Internet Professionals. Lee is versed in the most up-to-the-minute changes in on-line technology, tools that will help sell your property. The National Association of Realtors® is the first major trade group to offer certification for online professionalism.

NAR’s Green Designation

Green technology is the future. By understanding the information about green building principles applied to residences, commercial developments, and communities, Lee can successfully list, market, and manage green property.

Short Sales and Foreclusure Resource Certification

For many buyers and sellers, short sales and foreclosures are the new traditional real estate transaction. Lee will assist you in maneuvering the complexities of short sales as well as help in their pursuit.

Seniors Real Estate Specialist

SRES® designates that a REALTOR® acts ethically to serve the real estate needs of clients over the age of 50. Lee has expertise about the lifestyle needs of maturing clients as well as services to offer you while earning your trust and respect. Lee can address key concerns facing today’s mature client population.

Resort & Second-Home Markets Certification

RSPS certification shows that Lee has the knowledge and skill base that real estate professionals need to specialize in buying, selling, or managing second homes in a resort, recreational, and/or vacation destination as well as properties for investment, development, or retirement.

Certified Negotiation Expert

The CNE designation is important since real estate negotiations include many different people and issues. It is always in your best interest to hire an agent specifically trained to handle the complexities associated with this negotiation process. An agent who carries the CNE designation has been trained in professional negotiation tactics by the Real Estate Negotiation Institute, the leading negotiation training and coaching company for real estate professionals. A CNE professional knows how to use leading edge negotiation strategies and techniques for your benefit. You can be confident that a CNE professional will achieve the best results.

Military Relocation Specialist

Military Relocation Specialist. When military staff and their families relocate, the services of a real estate professional who understands their needs and timetables makes the transfer easier, faster, and less stressful. This certification focuses on educating real estate professionals about working with current and former military service members to find the housing solutions that best suit their needs and take full advantage of military benefits and support.

Texas Residential Leasing Specialist

Texas Residential Leasing Specialist. When looking for help in finding that perfect tenant or finding that perfect rental property to call home, landlords and tenants want the services of a real estate professional who understands their needs and can guide them through the process.

TREC Licensed Inspectors
Gene Montgomery 409-789-5441
John Bennett 281-814-0633

Pest Control
Mike’s Pest control 281-332-0019

Licensed Trades and Other work
AC/Heat, Doug Faurence with Alford AC: 409-771-0580
Bulkheads, etc. Shawn Browning: 281-455-1348
Carpenter, John Gonzales: 409-443-6460
Electrician, Big D Electric, Denise: 409-457-6305
Flooring etc. Brian Pearson: 281-830-7932
General Handyman and Construction, Granger Gardner: 409-497-5458
Lawn care, Alex Flores: 409-789-8508
Landscaping/Sprinkler systems, Wise Landscaping, Bruce Wise: 409-392-3552
Locksmith, Anytime Locks, Bubba 409-938-0000
Painter/Sheetrock, Sam Alvarado: 409-599-2981
Plumbing, Doug Dyer, Dyer Island Plumbing: 409-762-0541
Roofing, Walton Roofing Services: 409-945-5624
Surveyor, Laurence Wall, Texas Land and Title Survey Co.: 409-765-8883

Insurance
Bart Price, Gulf Coast Insurance Solutions: 832-437-4998 or 832-457-2245

Moving Companies
Darrell Higgins, Moving Interiors: 832-277-6269
Lone Star Moving, Robert Robinson: 281-229-2660