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Belton
Bell County, Texas is home to the City of Belton, located in the heart of Central Texas. Belton, established in 1850, boasts the famous Chisholm Trail. This route established economic regrowth after t ...
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The Town of Copperas Cove, Texas, is a town with a true sense of community. Nestled among rolling country hillsides, grand oak trees, and an abundance of natural wildlife roaming amidst the sage and c ...
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Georgetown is a city located in the county of Williamson and also serves as the county seat. The estimated 2014 population is 59,110 residents. Georgetown takes pride in preserving its history. In ...
View moreHarker Heights
The 25,000-plus residents of the Central Texas city known as Harker Heights, in Bell County, believe that a strong sense of community makes for a strong and vibrant city to call home. The convenience ...
View moreKilleen
The largest city in beautiful Bell County, located 60 miles north of Austin, is the City of Killeen off I-14. Killeen, as the motto implies, is "A City Without Limits." The real estate market in Kille ...
View moreNolanville
Situated along Interstate 14, and eleven miles west of Interstate Highway 35, Nolanville lays in the rolling hills of Bell County, Texas. This small town’s convenient location is next door to Harker H ...
View moreSalado
A quaint little village nestled halfway between Waco and Austin, Salado is one of the hidden treasures of Texas. With around 2,500 residents, this newly incorporated village has been forgotten by time ...
View moreTemple
Temple, Texas was named after Bernard Moore Temple, the chief engineer behind the Bell County railroad system. This city embraces residents with a down-home rural Texan feel, surrounded by all the art ...
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The Shine Team are a professional and caring staff that provides excellent customer service. They took the time to assist me and my family through our buying and closing process. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a realtor.
by Cristal H.Shine Team has multiple realtors to help you find the best person to work with that will fit your needs and personality. The office staff was always friendly and willing to help in any way. They also have a moving truck you can borrow to help with your local moving needs.
by John D.I have already recommended the Shine Team to multiple of my military friends and family. The best realtor company I have ever dealt with. Made selling my house easy and painless. Great communication from their team to keep me undated on every step of the process. Thank you.
by Nicole C.The Shine Team is amazing. Great group of people. Very professional and kind. Got us under contract with our house within 2 months after having it listed for 6+ months with another realtor. Each team member has a specific area of expertise, which I think was fantastic. Everyone knew what they were doing and how to do it. Thank You for an amazing experience!!!
by Monica L.The Shine Team was absolutely phenomenal! They were flawless in helping us sell (to include closing) our home in just two months after it had been on the market with a previous realtor for 6 months and no offers! Lori did a great job in keeping us informed and giving us confidence that our home would sell to the right buyers. She answered any questions we had and made the process pain free. And even though we were no longer in the area (we are a military family so we moved) she stuck with us step by step, making us feel comfortable with the process. We will definitely be recommending the Shine Team to everyone we know who is trying to sell their home in the Killeen/Harker Heights area. Thank you very much Shine Team! A+!
by Christine S.The Shine Team did a great job taking our home from coming off the rental market to sale. They assisted with some repairs and cleaning and generally made the process easy. My wife and I are out of state and I'm deployed, so it was great to be able to count on the Shine Team to handle all the details back in Texas!
by John O.We loved working with the Shine Team to buy our first home! They were extremely responsive to messages and emails, even during the holiday season. Their knowledge is top notch and they are extraordinarily friendly! They were there for us through the whole process from initial contact, to negotiation, to closing. It was a pleasure to work with them and we will definitely be recommending them to everyone in the future. The Shine Team was able too get us into our home as quickly as possible while still making sure all our questions were answered in a timely manner. Thank you Shine Team!
by Kylie G.The Shine are the consummate professionals in the central Texas area. We bought our first home with them more than 25 years ago. They taught us what types of things to look for (zoning nearby, security of neighborhood, schools, etc.). Due to jobs and life changes we have since sold that house, bought and sold another and bought our Empty Nesters home, all with the help of the Shine Team. As our needs have changed, they have always been prepared and helpful. The Shine's are aware of the needs of the military and civilian, Killeen/Belton/Temple and surrounding areas. They are advocates for sellers and for buyers.
by Sally P.The Shine Team was amazing all throughout our home search and escrow process. As a military family, we were unable to look for a hone actively in the area so we relied on our realtor to help us find the perfect home for our expanding family. Jill Currier and the Shine Team made everything stress-free, were always easy to reach when we had questions and helped us close escrow by mail. What else could you ask for as a military family? We completely recommend them should you be moving to the Fort Hood area.
by Jaron M.The Shine Team Realtors excelled in their services to my husband and I. They weren't "pushy" about any particular properties, price ranges, or areas whatsoever. They were open-minded and listened to any concerns we had and were able to put us in a home right where we wanted to be. Our particular realtor did an outstanding job and she was very prompt in giving us any new updates she had and any paperwork that needed to be completed by us for her. The person who helped us in the closing department was also very helpful and we never had any problems as far as communication went. 10/10 would recommend to family or a friend.
by Cecilia T.The Shine Team did a great job with the sale of our rental property. As out-of-town owners, we relied upon the expertise and professionalism of the entire staff at the Shine Team for all aspects of the listing and sale of our house. They took care of the marketing, coordinated repairs, handled the negotiations, and made the final closing process smooth and simple. The Shine Team was great to work with!
by Bob & Lisa G.Carol & Steven were the best people to work with!! Carol's negotiation skills are like no others!! They helped us step by step to get us into our new house in a very short period of time. Very professional group to work with. The entire Shine Team is dynamic and I would highly recommend using them!!
by Susan W.Featured Agents
Jean Shine
Associate Broker, Team Leader
254-690-4321
shine@shineteam.com
Jean Shine is an award-winning, multi-million dollar producing real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty in Texas. She serves the following Central Texas communities: Belton, Copperas Cove, Fort Hood, Harker Heights, Killeen, Lampasas, Salado, Temple, and surrounding areas. Jean and her team specialize in providing you with the most professional, top-notch service and experience, allowing you to have the best quality and most stress-free move you can imagine.
Giving back to the Community is essential to Jean and she love to introduce others to the amazing community organizations we have in Central Texas!
Wreaths for Vets - Founder and President
Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army
Recipient of the Roy J. Smith Award (Killeen Chamber of Commerce)
Recipient of the Preserving the Trust Award - Coldwell Banker
Recipient of the Star Power Humanitarian Award
Past President of Killeen Education Foundation
Carol Brazzil
Assoc. Broker, Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-690-4321
254-414-0334
carol@shineteam.com
Carol Brazzil joined the Shine Team in 2002. She grew up on a farm and ranch in nearby Gatesville and is a longtime resident of Central Texas. She enjoys spending her free time with family and her husband taking care of their livestock.
Carol earned a degree in Business from Tarleton State University and a Master’s degree in Education/Counseling from Baylor University. She has been a business teacher, guidance counselor, and assistant principal in the Copperas Cove, Temple, and Killeen ISDs. Always having an interest in business and real estate, she decided to utilize her skills in a different setting and obtained a Texas Real Estate License and later her Broker’s license.
As a Buyer’s Specialist, Carol helps families achieve their real estate goals by developing relationships, listening to clients’ needs, empowering buyers with real estate knowledge, and guiding them through the buying process with confidence and expertise. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience helping families through the buying process for existing homes, land, new construction, and custom building. You will be “SOLD” with her “Shine Team Service!”
Patrick & Barbara Kerr
Realtors, Buyer Specialists
254-690-4321
254-845-7752
patrick@shineteam.com
Patrick Kerr joined the Shine Team in 2015 as a Buyer Specialist and recruited his wife, Barbara, to join him shortly thereafter. A graduate of Florida State University, he previously lived in Florida where he worked in the Financial Services sector gaining valuable sales and marketing experience. As with many people in our community, Patrick and Barbara moved here in 2008 because of family in the military. Pat felt right at home here as he grew up in a military family and has experience moving to a new community every few years. Growing up, he lived in Puerto Rico and Madrid where he learned to speak Spanish fluently. Patrick and Barbara are passionate about welcoming new families to our community and helping them make Central Texas their new home. Se habla Espanol!
Nelson Santiago
Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-690-4321
254-845-7840
nelson@shineteam.com
Nelson Santiago joined the Shine Team in January 2015. Nelson is a veteran of the US Army, retired after 25 years of military service. Originally from Puerto Rico, he made Texas his home after retiring from the military. In his free time, Nelson is involved with the community promoting the arts and culture of the Hispanic world. Also, he is active in many programs that benefit our veterans, active military personnel and those less fortunate. For Nelson, real estate is a way to continue serving Soldiers and their families by helping to make their home buying as stress-free as possible. Se habla Espanol!
Chrissy Allen
Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-690-4321
254-946-7033
christine@shineteam.com
Christine, aka Chrissy, decided on a career in Real Estate knowing that she wanted to help others realize their dreams of home ownership. Buying a home can be a daunting and stressful task and whether you are a first-time home buyer, upgrading or downsizing she is committed to make the experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Through 45 years of living in the Central Texas area, Chrissy has gained expert knowledge of the local market, neighborhoods, and available amenities such as shopping, dining, and recreational activities which enable her to help her clients find the perfect location and home for their family.
Born and raised, right here, in Central Texas. Chrissy has renovated and sold many of her own personal properties over the years and found herself more and more interested in the world of real estate. After spending 26 years working in public education she decided to go back to school, to obtain her Texas real estate license; allowing her to combine the two things I am passionate about, teaching and real estate.
Outside of real estate, she loves spending time with her family on their farm, where you are always greeted by one of our many beautiful India Blue Peacocks. Chrissy is also a long-time member and supporter of the local saddle clubs where she has served as President, Vice President and Secretary. She’s a pretty handy pool player too, having earned the opportunity to play in the APA World Pool Championships in open 8-ball and women's 8 ball.
Katrina King
Realtor, Director of Leads
254-690-4321
254-540-7065
katrina@shineteam.com
A “Show Me” state native originally from a small town in Southeast Missouri, Katrina and her family moved to Fort Hood in 1986. Her passion for exceptional customer service and a dedication to assisting others in obtaining their goals has led to over 16 years of experience in professional business management, financial banking literacy, real estate property management, and sales.
Katrina obtained her Texas real estate license in 2004 and joined the Shine Team as a Client Care Coordinator in 2017. She excelled quickly in that position and was soon promoted to our Director of Leads were she strives daily to enhance our customer experience and create raving fans. She is responsible for developing, orchestrating, managing our customer outreach programs, and the direct supervision and training of our Client Care Coordinators.
Outside of their busy careers you can find Katrina and Allen, her spouse of 20 years, with their daughter on the softball field dedicating time coaching, mentoring, and nurturing young women on their AAU Select Team.
Rebecca Alacci
254-272-3984
rebecca@shineteam.com
Rebecca has lived in Central Texas her whole life. A graduate of Texas A&M Rebecca is passionate about her role as a buyer’s agent and wants her clients to be confident in the home buying process. Rebecca and her husband live in Belton where they have two horses and a dog that keep them busy and outside. Being married to a veteran, Rebecca understands the demanding operational tempo of Ft. Hood and the deserving housing benefits that come with service to our country. They love to camp and trail ride all over the Bell County area. Rebecca has a rich and valued history in real estate. She is a person of integrity and will give each client the time necessary to find the home they desire.
Marie Barrows
Buyer Specialist, Realtor
254-566-3442
marie@shineteam.com
Fort Cavazos first brought Marie to central Texas thirteen years ago, but the local area, culture, and business opportunities have kept her here!
Marie served in the US Army as an Adjutant General’s Corps Officer and as a military spouse which blessed her with the opportunity to travel and experience buying/selling real estate in varied markets from the West to East coasts. When her husband retired from the Army Marksmanship Unit, they were happy to settle down and return to central Texas!
She is familiar with the local market and has remained active with the neighboring school districts and small businesses. Most recently, Marie was recognized for her work between Fort Cavazos and Gatesville High School with the 2023 Partnership of the Year Award.
Marie truly embraces Texas living, which includes a love for the “Hill Country” and farming; she is an avid trail runner and loves spending time helping others learn about sustainability, animals, and homesteading. She also assists her husband with his training range and classes when she finds the time!
Marie has a sincere interest in her clients and takes the time to understand and ensure she meets their needs. Whether moving down the road, or doing a national relocation, Marie understands the hurdles and excitement that accompanies any move- and is ready to find the right property for you!
Nyhma Tramel
Realtor, Listing Partner
254-690-4321
254-535-4412
nyhma@shineteam.com
Nyhma embarked on her real estate journey in 2004 in the heart of Texas, where she discovered her innate talent for matching individuals with their dream homes. However, her passion was temporarily disrupted in 2008 when the Army transferred her and her family to a different location. Nevertheless, Nyhma's unwavering commitment to assisting others in finding their ideal abodes remained steadfast.
Upon her return to Texas in 2015, Nyhma brought with her a wealth of real estate and relocation experience gained from her successful ventures in South Carolina and California. Her personal and professional background, which includes relocating her own family thirteen times in support of her husband's military career, has equipped her with an acute understanding of the challenges associated with moving.
Nyhma not only possesses a deep comprehension of the intricacies of buying and selling properties, but she is also well-versed in the frustrations that come with relocation. As such, she is poised and ready to apply her relocation experience and real estate expertise to facilitate a seamless and efficient move for you and your family.
In her leisure time, Nyhma savors the opportunity to embark on Day Trips with her beloved husband. Her inquisitive and adventurous spirit leads her to explore new locales so that she can provide her clients with invaluable insights into Central Texas's wonders. She revels in discovering new hiking and backpacking trails, meandering through small towns, discovering lakes and vineyards, exploring museums, and experiencing sports venues.
Jill Currier
Realtor, Listing Partner
254-690-4321
254-415-0555
jill@shineteam.com
Jill Currier began her real estate career in 1994 in New Mexico and has been assisting Central Texans with their real estate needs since 2006. Jill lives in Harker Heights with her husband Steve, a former Army pilot, and their two girls. When she’s not busy selling houses or helping out in our local cell phone repair business, she enjoys cheering her kids on in their sports activities and spending time exploring the lake and relaxing by the pool. Jill is also very active with her local church. She enjoys serving, volunteering, and hosting in many ministries and groups.
Shane Taylor
Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-605-6116
shane@shineteam.com
Originally from Louisiana, Shane first moved to Central Texas after joining the Army in 2006. He served at Fort Hood from 2006 to 2014 before moving on to his next duty station.
After the Army, Shane attended college at the University of Hawaii, where he studied Business Administration.
Not only is Shane a Veteran, but he is also a military spouse and the father of two amazing children.
He was drawn to real estate because he knows that buying a home can seem like a difficult task and he is determined to change that by serving the great soldiers and amazing people of Central Texas with loyalty, compassion, dedication and expertise.
Shane never backs down from a challenge, in fact he prefers to attack them head on! He is excited and ready to help you find the home of your dreams.
Chris Burrell
Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-351-0512
chris@shineteam.com
Chris Burrell is a U.S Army combat veteran with 8 years of service. Originally from Jamaica, he first stepped foot on American soil in New York City. He called the Big Apple home for a few years before deciding to join the Army. Fort Hood was not only Chris’ first but it was also his final duty station and he decided to make his new home here in Central Texas. The Shine Team honored to help Chris and his family purchase their first home 15 years ago! Chris transition from military service to becoming a school teacher by successfully completing the Troops to Teachers program. He has now been employed as an educator with the Killeen Independent school district for almost 10 years. Chris is so passionate about service, education, and real estate and he has dedicated his life to them. Giving back and service to community is important as well; Chris serves our local Lions club groups and has been a volunteer youth coach for several years. Chris excited to welcome everyone you the greater Central Texas area and to help achieve you dream of home ownership!
Ilse Montoya
Realtor, Buyer Specialist
254-274-5326
ilse@shineteam.com
Ilse is originally from Guatemala but moved with her family to Chicago when she was 10 years old. As an Army spouse, her moves continued taking her family to Ft. Riley, Kansas, Vilseck, Germany, and finally Fort Hood in 2002. They chose to settle in Killeen because, as Ilse says, "This is home!”
Her relocation experience as a military spouse and two decades in this area are great assets in finding clients their dream homes.
Ilse is active in our community with organizations and activities that honor our military and celebrate the area's rich cultural diversity.
When not providing exceptional service to clients, she enjoys outdoor activities like walking, hiking, swimming, and softball. When she’s inside, she enjoys painting, drawing, arts and crafts, listening to music, and watching TV and movies.
Ilse is a proud mother of three and grandmother to three amazing grandchildren!
Ben Eseroma
254-271-3629
License Number: 645458
ben@shineteam.com
Meet Benjamin Eseroma, a dedicated and passionate realtor with a strong commitment to helping military families find their dream homes. Benjamin has been licensed since 2012 and has recently restarted his real estate career during the COVID-19 pandemic. With his prior experience in the military and as a combat engineer for 10 years, he brings a unique perspective to the home buying and selling process. As a veteran who has purchased his own home with a VA loan, Benjamin has first-hand experience with the challenges that military families face when relocating. He specializes in military relocation and has a deep understanding of the unique needs of military families, as well as experience with the use of VA home loans.
In addition to his military relocation expertise, Benjamin is also a certified luxury home specialist and seller's representative specialist with NAR. He holds the MRP, SRS, and ALHS designations and is committed to staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends and best practices.
With his extensive knowledge of the Fort Cavasos (formerly known as Fort Hood) area, Benjamin is a true area specialist who can guide his clients through the home buying and selling process with ease. He understands the importance of transitioning to a new duty station and can help his clients navigate the process by providing valuable insights into the local community. Benjamin's motto is "When it moves you, you move in!" and he is dedicated to helping his clients find their dream homes in a way that is both seamless and enjoyable. Whether you are a military family looking to relocate or a luxury home buyer, Benjamin has the expertise and dedication to help you achieve your real estate goals.
Scott Shine
Associate Broker, Director of Sales
254-690-4321
254-690-4321
scott@shineteam.com
Scott Shine has been helping buyers find their dream home in one way or another most of his life. The son of Jean Shine, Scott was recruited periodically in his years growing up in the Fort Cavazos area to assist his mom with her rapidly growing real estate practice. He enjoyed meeting, talking to, and helping all of Jean's clients so much, that upon his graduation from the University of Texas at Austin, he decided to join his mother and his cousin, Rodney, as a full-fledged member of the Shine Team.
When not helping others buy and sell real estate, Scott is actively searching for and developing his own real estate investments. Since his earliest days as a real estate agent, Scott has been an strong believer in real estate as a path to wealth building.
Beyond real estate, Scott is an avid runner, contemporary art collector and occasional race car driver.
2010 - Star Power Systems Star of the Month - March
2003 - 2010 - National Instructor for Star Power Annual Conference
2001 - REALTOR® Magazine's "Top 30 Under 30"
1999 - Graduate of Leadership Killeen
Rodney Shine
Realtor, Team Manager
254-690-4321
254-289-9862
rodney@shineteam.com
Rodney celebrated 20 years of service to relocating families in 2017! Over that period, he has helped more than 7,000 buyers and sellers with their real estate needs.
A 1985 graduate of Temple High School, Rodney is very familiar with the entire Bell County area. Rodney attended Texas Tech University where he earned dual BBA degrees (Accounting and Finance) in May of 1990. After graduation, Rodney returned to the Temple area to assume a staff accountant position with King's Daughters Clinic. Within five years, Rodney had advanced to the position of Chief Financial Officer. In May of 1997, Rodney joined The Shine Team as the Office Manager and Escrow Coordinator. Rodney has two children, Mikayla and Bobby. His community activities and interests include:
• Member of First United Methodist Church of Killeen
o Past Chairman of the Finance Committee
• Member of AUSA Board of Governors
• Active Coach in Harker Heights Parks & Rec Youth Baseball League
• Past Coach of Harker Heights Saints Youth Football Team
• Past Chairman of the Fort Hood Area Association of Realtors MLS committee
• Past Commissioner of the Harker Heights Zoning Board of Adjustments (Alternate)
Our Story
To know Jean Shine is to be her friend and if there is one thing Jean loves it is finding the ideal home for her friends. Much of that drive to help introduce families to this great community comes from growing up as the child of a career military officer. After gentle urging from friends and family, Jean got her real estate license and saw it as an opportunity to expand her reach and help more families discover the great places and people of her home. From those humble beginnings as a one woman business launched in 1980, Jean Shine has expanded her business, her commitment to her clients and her community involvement at a rapid pace.
That one woman show is now a dedicated team of real estate professionals appropriately called the Shine Team. In addition to her husband, Bill, Jean has recruited her two sons, Steven and Scott and her nephew Rodney, to assist the needs of her clients. Each of them brings a unique skill set that helps the Shine Team focus on all aspects of their clients' service experience. But, it takes more than just family to create this dynamic real estate team; the Shine Team also has an “adopted family” of real estate professionals on the team, which include a Listing Specialist, Marketing Specialist, Staging Specialist, Buyer Specialists, and a Client Care Coordinator among others.
When the Shine Team says they know the Central Texas area, they mean it! The Shine family tree has roots dating back to the 1870’s when the family settled in the Temple area. From there, the family spread across Bell County in search of farm land and work and they are still here today. The Shine family strives to continue the “no outsiders” attitude that is unique to the Central Texas community. There are few places in the United States where a person can be welcomed and meshed into the fabric of the community as quickly as Central Texas.
The Shine Team has been an industry leader in innovative systems that allow them to create unique customer experiences at the highest level. The Shine Team vision doesn’t start and stop at their front door; dedicated to improving the quality of the real estate profession, Jean and her team teach their systems to other real estate professionals across the nation.
Service to the community runs deep in the Shine family and they consider this support they provide as energizers for their life. Members of the Shine family can be found serving the community on school boards, supporting their church, being heavily involved in military events, establishing cancer research projects and founding the Wreaths for Vets organization.
Wreaths for Vets
Award Winning New Construction Homes by A&G Homes
A&G Homes - Harker Heights, Nolanville & Killeen
Central Texas Home Builders Association
Parade of Homes Awards:
Best Kitchen
Best Bath
Best Exterior Design
Best Craftsmanship
Central Texas Home Builders Association
Parade of Homes Awards:
Best Kitchen
Best Bath
Best Exterior Design
Best Craftsmanship
