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Specialties
Buyers's Agent, Listing Agent, Relocations, 1031 Exchanges
Education
Rice University - Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management
MBA
Sam Houston State University -
BBA, AccountingClient Testimonials
★★★★★
“Outstanding job; represented us on both a buy and a sale; we’re very happy with the results on both sides! Jihye and John combine to offer the full spectrum of services of marketing, negotiating and handling inspection results. Very strong communications and there were no surprises. I highly recommend them!”
★★★★★
“We couldn’t be happier to have been able to work with Jihye and John in purchasing our home. They were so responsive, even months ahead of our purchase, and immediately put us at ease with their knowledge of the homes in the area we were looking. Our offer was chosen over several others and we put that down to Jihye and John’s expertise in putting together such a solid, competitive contract. Buying a house from another country in a different time zone is not easy, but we were in great hands with John and Jihye!”
★★★★★
“Jihye and John are fantastic! I'm a first-time home buyer, and while I did a lot of reading about the home buying process, I still felt a little overwhelmed once I actually started looking. Jihye and John did so much to ease that stress and make the process very streamlined for me. They explained every step and were always available when I had questions. They told me in our first meeting that it would feel like I was their only client, and that absolutely held true all the way through closing and beyond. I highly recommend them, and I would definitely contact them again if I ever decide to move.”
★★★★★
“Jihye and John are a powerful duo working for you! They have extensive experience in the Houston market. So they can give you sage advice from how to prepare the house for sale to tips on negotiating. Very caring and responsive, they answered all our questions and helped avoid problems before they ever happened. I have bought and sold several houses and this was the smoothest experience I have ever had. I will definitely be hiring them for our next move! ”
About John
Do you want a realtor for a transaction for a real estate advisor for life? I believe true service to a client doesn't end at the closing table, which is why I've had multiple clients reach out to me afterwards for advice on home renovations, property tax dispute process, real estate investing, etc. This is why many of our team's clients become our friends, because we continue to stay in touch long after the deal is done.
From graduating 1st in my undergraduate class with a degree in accounting, earning my CPA license while working at KPMG, obtaining my MBA from Rice University, working in M&A, and then going on to become a CFO at a manufacturing company by the age of 34, being a realtor wasn't originally on my radar. But real estate had always been my passion. I have personally invested in single-family homes, multi-family, townhomes and small commercial properties and grew up in a family that owned a remodeling construction company for 40+ years. Eventually what was a passion turned into a career.
Negotiations play a big role in real estate transactions. In my prior career I negotiated sales contracts, vendor agreements, debt agreements, employee contracts and real estate lease terms, so by the time I got my real estate license, negotiating for the best deal terms was in my blood.
As an avid marathon runner and 2x Ironman finisher, I believe the best way to reach one's goals is to work hard for them. Whether representing buyers or sellers, I work hard to make sure my clients' real estate goals are achieved and that they are 100% satisfied.
Deveau Realty Team
Husband and wife team John and Jihye deliver an exceptional real estate experience rooted in their abundant hands-on expertise and their unwavering client-first mentality. With a combined 55 years living in Houston, more than $170,000,000+ in team sales and 220+ 5-Star reviews from past clients, the Deveau Realty Team has the knowledge and expertise to make sure buyers and sellers are well represented.
