My career in real estate was unexpected; it almost happened by accident. It started when my husband, Bob, was transferred to Houston. We bought a home in Kingwood, which turned out to be too small for us, so we leased it and purchased another one. Bob and I had bought and sold a few houses and knew about sweat equity, so I was already intrigued by real estate. I loved taking an ugly house and bringing it to its potential. Bob was always supportive, but if the truth be told, he would much rather I work on a house than work on him! He saw my joy and passion for real estate. It was Bob who planted the seed and asked why I didn't think about making real estate a career and getting my license.

He was spot on. In fact, Bob has been a huge part of my professional journey, even before I knew what that journey would be. When we first met (at a disco), I was teaching dance lessons so I could get my lessons for free. Bob wanted to learn to dance too. He was my best student and quickly picked up all the moves!! However, I found out six months after we were married that he already knew how to dance!

 

Back then, I was working at a hair salon. He encouraged me to leave and open my own. He sold his motorcycle so we could purchase a water heater to set up shop, and next thing you know, I was running my own place. Bob’s always been fun and had a great sense of humor—even if it is at my expense! He has been my rock and support from the beginning. So of course, it made sense that we’d start a family. Like many mothers, having children changed everything. Suddenly, life wasn’t just about me—which was a first for me—but now I had little ones to care for.

We have three sons: Brandon, Justin, and Derek. Each one brought their own unique joys and challenges. One of the most life-changing moments came after our first son Brandon was born; he had a medical condition that caused him to stop breathing. We discovered he was a high risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. It was a constant reminder that I was not in control, and no matter what I did, there was always the fear I could lose him.

 

I remember checking on Brandon one night and watching him sleep. I just broke down and cried out to God, “Please don’t take my baby from me.” In that moment, I experienced the presence of God. His gentle and loving protection reassured me that He was in control and loved my baby more than I did. If He loved my baby more than me, then I knew I could trust Him no matter what the outcome. I learned God is sovereign and His peace that passes understanding. That moment marked the beginning of a deep relationship with God and a journey of a lifetime. Thankfully, Brandon survived. Today, all three of my children are doing great—even though there were moments I wanted to kill them!

I was a stay-at-home mom for years and devoted my life to my family. When I realized that job wasn't going to last forever, I thought a lot about what I wanted to be when my boys grew up. A few years after we moved to Kingwood, I got my license in 2002. Once I got going, I found real estate to be a perfect fit. I loved not just helping people buy and sell, but actually bringing homes to life—rehabbing properties, unlocking their potential, and even investing in them myself.

When Bob started considering retirement—after 37 years in sales and marketing—I told him, “Why don’t you help me instead?” So he did. Together, we built one of Keller Williams’ top-producing teams and became successful investors in our own right. Being an investor has taught me a lot about how to “play the game.” Markets shift. Accidents happen. I’ve made money, and I’ve lost money. And through all the ups and downs, I’ve gained experience and wisdom I now pass on to my clients who are buying or selling in Kingwood. I know this area like the back of my hand—I’ve lived here since 1998—and it’s a great place. The community values and neighborly spirit here truly resonate with me.

These days, Bob is slowly retiring and spends his time golfing and occasionally helping me with the business. As for me, I still love dancing, hanging out with friends and family, and most of all, serving my clients—who I see as family, too.

I’m deeply committed to protecting my clients throughout the home buying or selling process. Having personally experienced the pain of losing money on properties, I bring a strong sense of responsibility to help others avoid that outcome. My years of experience, combined with ongoing market research, allow me to offer honest, practical, and well-informed advice. I focus on helping clients find homes that not only support their current lifestyle but will also be smart financial investments in the future. I always think about resale value, long-term equity, and hidden costs that might not be immediately visible.

I’m especially protective of first-time homebuyers, paying close attention to information that’s not being disclosed and flagging potential red flags during home assessments. If I sense someone is trying to take advantage of my client, my “mama bear” side comes out. At the same time, I love keeping things light—and I love laughing. With a last name like Blewett (pronounced “Blew it”), you have to have a sense of humor. I genuinely enjoy getting to know my clients and sharing both my wins and mistakes to bring real value.

 

Sincerely,

 

Terri Blewett