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Nicole

Nicole Brende

Real Estate Agent

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A journalist at heart with real estate in her blood, thank you for taking the time to learn about Nicole Brende a.k.a. “Trende Brende,” a nickname she earned at University.
 
A Top Producer at NAN & Company Properties, a Compass affiliate in Houston, TX Nicole Brende was born into a real estate family in Santa Monica, CA. Raised in Las Vegas, Nicole got to Texas as fast as she could and earned a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Nicole grew up in a real-estate-oriented family. Her father develops master-planned communities in Houston and her mother and other family members practice real estate in Nevada, California, and Idaho. “I grew up touring properties and job sites,” says Nicole. “I knew one day I would be helping clients with their real estate needs and I could not wait. In fact, it’s in my blood.”
 
Prior to her career in residential real estate, Nicole was a professional on-camera television host and producer for 10 years. Her programs included “Hot On! Homes” for KPRC Local 2, “Designing America” on HDNet, and “Designing Texas,” all of which kept her in contact with various facets of real estate. “I really enjoyed showcasing the beautiful homes and educating buyers about the current inventory as well as the quality of the builders we featured,” says Nicole. She was also a live television news reporter or producer and a former co-founder or publisher of one of Houston’s first online society magazines. As a Real Estate Agent, Nicole uses her media and marketing skills to get “top dollar” for her sellers.

Nicole attributes her success to dedication to her clients, a deep love of real estate, and, most importantly, building strong relationships that result in repeat sales and client referrals to family and friends. She believes that one of the best aspects of residential real estate sales is the lifestyle she is able to present to so many individuals and families, and the personal satisfaction she receives from helping them to make a major change in their lives. According to Nicole, “A home is the one place we get to personalize and make our very own and finding the right neighborhood matters.”

An excellent listener and communicator, Nicole is always accessible to her clients. She understands marketing, knows how to deliver and follow through, and stays current with the Houston real estate market. Nicole often finds homes for her buyers that are not yet on the market, and she is an excellent resource for homeowners who are considering a sale. She is also certified to work with relocation buyers, a specialized skill much in demand in a fast-moving city like Houston.

Nicole is proud to support her community. She serves on numerous charitable host committees and stays active with the SMU Houston alumni chapter, the Alpha Chi Omega sorority, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Houston chapter. Nicole is a guest writer for local publications and writes her own blog, the “Trende Brende Report”. When not working, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and her son, traveling, gardening, and attending the Houston Symphony, Theater Under the Stars, charity events, and exploring Houston’s vast and multicultural restaurant scene.
What My Clients Say

Thanks for everything, Nicole! You're a true professional!

— Kelli C.

What My Clients Say

Nicole did a very good job helping me locate and evaluate potential homes and negotiate with the builder on the home that I ultimately decided to purchase. I highly recommend her expertise in the Houston real estate market.

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

Nicole did a great job for my wife and me during our search for a home. She was attentive and went above and beyond expectations multiple times. I would highly recommend her to others beginning their home search in Houston.

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

My husband and I had a wonderful first-time home-buying experience with Nicole! The entire process was unbelievably smooth. Nicole was very responsive and did a great job of keeping in touch with us from start to finish. We would recommend Nicole to all of our family and friends.

— Aval K.

What My Clients Say

I relocated to Houston in mid-2012 and Nicole did a wonderful job helping me find and buy my house. Because I was previously self-employed and the owner of my business financing was a bit tricky, but Nicole helped me through the process and got me a great deal on a beautiful castle in NW Houston. I highly recommend Nicole!

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

My husband and I enjoyed working with Nicole. She took the time to explain the process to buy our first home. She was very attentive and always available whenever we called her. She was very patient and knowledgeable during this process. All the hunting and buying processes went smoothly thanks to her expertise and negotiation skills.

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

We just bought our first home and we could not have done it without Nicole! We didn't know much about the process of buying a house and she was there with us every step of the way. Her guidance made the process smoother than I could have imagined, and I felt I could trust her professional opinion in every situation. She even added personal touches to the process to make it a better and more exciting expe...

— Karra T.

What My Clients Say

We are very impressed with Nicole's level of professionalism, communication skills, and knowledge of the real estate market. Nicole explained the process of selling our home very well and was responsive to our questions and needs. She went above and beyond what other agents were willing to do (and we interviewed several before choosing Nicole). We truly believe that her skills and knowledge greatly contr...

— Seller

What My Clients Say

I choose to have Nicole as my broker because she is energetic and passionate about her job. She managed to get me in to see almost every home I wanted on the day it was listed! Due to her immediate actions, I was at almost every home first, which ultimately gave me the edge when buying my home in a very "hot" area. This is one of the most important characteristics a broker must have when shopping in a "h...

— Buyer

What My Clients Say

We met Nicole at one of the open houses we went to a year prior to when we were actually ready to buy. We immediately gravitated to her personality, openness, transparency, and overall professionalism. Throughout the year, we received several communications from her and stayed in touch. She was the only Realtor we met who actually followed up, and we recognized the personal touch. When we finally had eno...

— Iryna

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Work With Nicole

Nicole's dedication to her clients is evident in every aspect of her work, from her exceptional communication skills to her unparalleled marketing expertise. With her unwavering commitment to providing tailored solutions to her clients' real estate needs, Nicole has established herself as one of the most sought-after agents in Houston.

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NICOLE BRENDE

(713) 302-9828

[email protected]

ADDRESS

4200 Westheimer Rd 10th Flr
Houston, TX 77027