Huntsville Real Estate Agents

Sydney Benson is a graduate of Sam Houston State University, class of 2021. An avid horse lover, Sydney owns and operates a successful equine breeding operation where she produces highly sought after performance horse prospects. Through this venture, Sydney has learned strategic marketing tactics, time management, and the importance of making her clients her first priority. Her knowledge and experience across various agricultural businesses span over 15 years, giving her an advantage in helping with your various real estate needs! Sydney is trustworthy, resourceful, and an ambitious individual who is determined to serve you in any part of your buying or selling journey.

MICHELLE WHITECOTTON re-joined Markham Realty as a licensed REALTOR in October 2016. She worked for Markham Realty, as Office Manager, from 1992-1996 while attending Sam Houston State University. She and her husband Tim Whitecotton, Captain at the Walker County Sheriff's Department, have two grown children. Michelle has many years of experience working in Walker County including 15 years at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Michelle is the current President of The Tall Pines Association of REALTORS. Her designations include TRLP (Texas REALTORS Leadership Program), RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert), and Social Media Pro. She also has been involved in the rodeo industry for over 30 years. She is deeply rooted in Walker and surrounding counties and her knowledge of the area gives her the ability to find the perfect place for her clients. Her personality and passion for the real estate industry shines brightest when she interacts with clients to help make their real estate dreams come true. Michelle enjoys spending time with her family, helping the future generations of young people in the rodeo industry, and facilitating real estate transactions with customers that depend on her. Michelle's past real estate experience and love for people give her confidence to meet the needs of all her clients.

Kristen joined Markham Realty, Inc. in August of 2018, is a licensed REALTOR® and also serves as the Office Manager and Marketing Coordinator for the brokerage. She specializes in residential homes and lots, rural homes, acreage, and farm & ranch properties. She graduated and received her designation from the Graduate, Realtor® Institute (GRI) in June 2022. Currently she serves on the Education Committee for the Tall Pines Association of Realtors®. During her time at Markham Realty, Inc. she has learned to masterfully market listings with a professional quality presence on multiple nationwide online platforms, along with the ability to strategically negotiate and represent both buyers and sellers. She diligently works one-on-one with each of her clients, is an excellent communicator, and continuously pursues ongoing education in the field of real estate to ensure her industry competency and proficiency. No matter the size of the transaction, each of her clients receives top-quality representation. Her clients come first. A previous resident of Montgomery and Grimes counties, she moved to Huntsville in 2019 where she completed her Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Accounting at Sam Houston State University (Eat 'Em Up Kats!). She currently resides in Northern Walker County where she raises her two children with her husband, Chance Reinhart. In her spare time you can find her almost always outdoors, whether at home, on the lake, attending concerts, or traveling with her family.