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Meet The Closing Collective FLORIDA Team

COMING SOON!! EXPANDING OUR TEAM TO FLORIDA!

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Sara Jessica TerHeege

Leadership

Meet Sara — Proud mom to Grace Valerie and a Realtor with deep roots in new construction, finance, and residential sales. Since 2014, Sara has closed $56M+ across 210+ new-construction homes, earned multiple GHBA Platinum awards, and worked with two major Houston-area banks. With 100+ VA loans closed, she’s passionate about serving Veterans and helping buyers find homes that truly fit their lifestyle—from neighborhoods to acreage.

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Karina Ruiz

Agent

Meet Karina—your go-to, numbers-loving real estate pro with a strong background in finance and business. Her passion for strategy and making sense of numbers led her to real estate, where she helps clients navigate buying and selling with clarity and confidence. She makes even the most complex transactions manageable. When she’s not working deals, she’s a mom, wife, coffee lover, and true crime junkie. ☕🖤

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Jessica vanover

Agent

Meet Jessica —Mom, wife, volunteer, and coffee enthusiast who genuinely loves the community she serves. With a background in hospice social work and tutoring, Jessica leads every transaction with patience, empathy, and encouragement. When she’s not helping clients move with confidence, she’s camping at the Texas Renaissance Festival, crocheting her two stitches, or rewatching Gilmore Girls. Thoughtful guidance is her superpower.

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Trish Ziglar-Long

Agent

I’m blessed to work in my dream career. With nearly 20 years of real estate experience, I guide clients through one of life’s biggest decisions with honesty, loyalty, and exceptional service. Most of my business comes from referrals, and I value every relationship. I’m a wife, mother, and proud “Yammy” to three grands who loves helping families find the perfect home. Your satisfaction is my #1 priority.

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Amanda Englehardt

Agent

Meet Amanda- your Realtor with an investor mindset (and a pop of sparkle✨). With 13 years of experience guiding investors with their growing portfolios, and assisting families through resale, new construction and renovations, every home has it's charm! When she's not negotiating deals, she's a pug mom, world traveler and Diet Coke lover with a flair for bling. Buy.Sell.Lease.Invest. You got it💎🏡✨

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Valeria Macias

Agent

Meet Valeria — our bilingual real estate agent originally from Mexico, passionate about helping people from all backgrounds find their perfect place to call home. 🏡  With a strong customer service background and a people-first approach, she guides clients through buying, selling, and renting with confidence, care, and expert knowledge of the North Houston market.  Real estate doesn’t have to be stressful — with Valeria, it’s smooth, simple, and even fun. ✨

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Maddi heald

Agent

Previous boutique owner turned real estate agent, helping families find a place to call home across the greater North Houston area. Mom to a sweet 6-year-old daughter, follower of Christ, lover of all things iced coffee, quality time with family & friends, and always on the hunt for the next good place to eat. 

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lexi pike

Agent

Lexi Pike is a Texas-based real estate agent who focuses on keeping things simple, clear, and stress-free. With strong communication and a natural ability to connect with people, she makes the process feel smooth while helping her clients move forward with confidence. 

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laura Walker

Agent

Laura Walker brings global perspective, sales expertise, and local market knowledge to Houston real estate. Having lived in four countries, she understands diverse lifestyles and relocation needs, helping clients navigate buying, selling, and moving with confidence. A Texas A&M graduate, Laura combines business acumen with strong negotiation skills, attention to detail, and a client-first approach to deliver a seamless real estate experience.

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MARIA MARTINEZ

Agent

Born and raised in Lubbock, Maria Martinez believes home is more than just a place—it’s where life’s best memories are made. As a mom of four grown children, she understands the importance of finding the right fit for every stage of life. Her background in healthcare, insurance, and real estate has shaped her passion for serving others with honesty, patience, and care. Maria loves spending time with family, enjoying the outdoors, and helping clients feel confident every step of the way.

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Tiffany emile

Agent

Meet Tiffany Emile — a former professional overseas basketball player, collegiate athlete, and homicide detective with a master’s degree in Justice Studies, specializing in counterterrorism.

Life took an unexpected turn when Tiffany became a cancer survivor, inspiring her to embrace a new chapter centered on faith, family, and purpose. Now a proud wife, mother of three, Tiffany brings her passion for helping others into real estate. What began as a career that complemented her new season of life has become a genuine love for guiding families through one of life’s biggest milestones.

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Kiali o'Keefe

Agent

Meet Kiali, a North Houston local with expertise in relocation. She's known for her laid-back personality, honest approach, and ability to make people feel comfortable from the start. As a mother of two, photographer, and skydiver, Kiali brings a little bit of adventure, creativity, and real-life experience into everything she does. She genuinely loves people and has a natural ability to connect with them on a level built on trust, which carries into how she serves her clients. Whether buying, selling, or relocating, her goal is simple: ensure clients feel informed, understood, and confident knowing they have someone genuinely in their corner. 

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nhi ly

Agent

I’m Nhi! I’m a Houston-area real estate agent with a passion for my community. I’m known for going above and beyond for my clients, negotiating with confidence, and making the buying and selling process feel seamless from start to finish. I take my business seriously, but I love building genuine relationships and having fun along the way! Outside of real estate, you can usually find me shopping, getting creative with arts and crafts, or grabbing an iced matcha. I bring a little personality, a lot of determination, and my all to everything I do! Let's get your keys.

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