About Chip Franks

The Calling, Vision, Values & Code

Of The Real Estate MarketPlace

 

Calling

The Real Estate MarketPlace exists to affect lives and have a blast while helping Clients purchase or sell their homes EXCEEDINGLY BETTER than anyone in Central Texas!

 

Vision

We are the real estate company of choice for Clients. We do the job better, faster, and with fewer hassles than anyone, and do it with flair and originality that inspires open-mouthed awe.

 

Values

* God first, Family next, then Business done exceptionally well (and if you don’t agree, then maybe we’re not a match).

 

* We do FABULOUS work—and engage, enchant, and enthrall our Clients by doing more than they expect and by never giving boring or commonplace real estate service.

 

* We have a Supportive, Fun-filled, Outcome-based environment where there is no politics, no drama, no gossip, and no divas (men, too)!

 

* We attract exciting Partners and Clients—more than a few are a bit crazy—by the virtue of the company we are.

 

* We take in substantially more money than we spend—where spending includes sharing the wealth with Partners and a high level of investment in the future.

 

* We believe that INTEGRITY MATTERS, and we always (always, always) do what is right for our Clients AND Partners.

Code

At TREMP, we hereby un-solemnly swear and declare to conduct ourselves by the following “The Righteous Code of 5 C’s”:

 

*Clients: Treated like they feed our families…because they do. To remind us of this, we make a habit of capitalizing the “C” on Client.

 

*Communication: We say what we do—by communicating with Clients and letting them know what we are doing for them and why we are doing it.

 

*Commitment: We do what we say—we call back, we follow up, we dot our “i”s, cross the “t”s, and in general never forget the magic of a job well done.

 

*Creativity: We strive to inject our unique personality into everything we do, whether it’s a phone call, our Magical Marketing, showing homes or anything else related to our profession of helping Clients realize their dreams.

*Comedy: We take our Business seriously, not ourselves!

Biographies

  • Chip Franks
    The Supreme Commander of The Real Estate MarketPlace
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-953-5911

     

    The originator of the madness. This Class of '94 Texas Aggie started this company with the idea that Clients can't be told enough, serviced enough, educated enough,informed enough, or happy enough with our service.

    Chip is a military brat himself, and knows all-too-well what it's like to move. He has attended 20 different schools from Kindergarten to the Hallowed Halls of Aggieland. He has lived in Texas, California, Virginia, Florida, Illinois, Wisconsin and even Belgium! He now makes his home in Salado with the women in his life: Laura, Mandy and Aly. More on the Venerable Mr. Franks at http://activerain.com/chipfranks


    If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Either Swimsuit model or training to become Cage Fighter.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be?  "Wonder Boy" by Tenacious D. That's right, go look it up on iTunes! It's pretty descriptive of my life. Especially having the power of 'Mind Bullets.' I'll let you stew on that a bit.

    What was your proudest achievement? My Ladies! Angel (my wife or Laura as the general population knows her), Sweet Mandy, and Precious Aly!

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? Fear of insignificance

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live without? My iPod! 4,000 songs and counting!

    Who influenced your career the most? Sam Walton (now) and Ronald Reagan (for NEXT career)

    What is your favorite movie? Braveheart or Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring (Laura and I saw it at midnight the day it came out—geeks!)

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Guns ‘n Roses in an outdoor, all day concert in Werchter, Belgium!

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  Of course the people, but that’s too cliché—so I’ll say that the profession is whatever YOU make it!

    Quote:  "The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood...who knows the great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who sp

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  • Laura Franks
    Owner/Loan Officer/Realtor
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-953-5911

    Laura wasn't born in Texas, but she got here as fast as she could.  Born in Chicago, she informed her parents at the ripe ole' age of five years old that when she was ready to attend college, she would be doing it in the great state of Texas.  It was at Texas A&M that she met and fell in love with the originator of the madness pictured above.  The class of '96 Aggie went on to teach at Ellison High School for three years. 

    In 1999, when she had her first daughter, she decided to get into the real estate business in order to have more flexibility of time to spend with her daughter (and now daughters). 

    Laura provides our Clients with a multitude of products and options in financing their new homes. She is a loan officer for City Bank, a trusted, reputable mortgage company that has served our area for many years previously under the name of McAfee. The best part is that she works out of our office, so not only is everything much more convenient for our Clients, but she and our Closing dept. work closely together to make for as smooth a transaction as possible!


      If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Big Dept. Store Buyer but not training to become Cage Fighter.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? "When You Say Nothing At All" by Keith Whitley because it reminds me of my husband.

    What was your proudest achievement? Marrying my husband, Chip, and my babies, Mandy and Aly

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? My parents, and my husband

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? E-bay, cell phone so I can keep in touch with my husband.

    Who influenced your career the most? My husband

    What is your favorite movie? Our Wedding Video

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Mana

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  Working with my husband

    Give us a quote: "To have and to hold from this day forward, for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish until death do us part." from the Book of Common Prayer.

     Note: These questions are answered by her husband, the person that knows her best!

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  • Erica Hill
    Office Manager/ Closing Coordinator
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-953-5911

    Erica, a graduate of Texas A&M, is not only one of the sweetest, kindest people you'll ever meet, but she is also an amazing contract to closing coordinator and Office Manager.  She knows, very well, how stressful it can be to purchase and move into a new home, and, with her diligence and organization, she is determined to make the selling/purchase of YOUR home run as smoothly as possible.  She will keep you informed and up to date on all aspects of your transaction. She resides with her wonderful husband, Mark, and perfect son, Evan, in Harker Heights, and she can't wait to work with you! We know you will be impressed by her.


     If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Either opening up a florist, or training to become Cage Fighter.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? "Sensitive" by Jewel

    What was your proudest achievement? My degree from A&M, and my angel of a baby boy, Evan.

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? My husband Mark

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? My cell phone

    Who influenced your career the most? Chip Franks

    What is your favorite movie? Zoolander

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Colbie Caillat when she opened up for Lifehouse and the Goo Goo Dolls in Austin at The Backyard

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  Going to closing, and seeing the excitement in peoples faces!

    Give us a quote:  "All children are musicians, all children are artists. Play is work for them that constantly extends their limits - it is the most vital creative function. Id we can make it rish, the best that is human will flourish within the child."  - Susan Castro

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  • Angela Birdsong
    MarketPlace Realtor
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-953-5911

    Angela is one of the rare souls that was born in Central Texas and still makes her home here. Statistically speaking, you probably know her, as she seems to know everyone in the area.  She is very easy going and truly makes you feel at ease. Come visit her today!


      If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Either Police Officer or training to become Cage Fighter.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? "Larger Than Life" by Backstreet Boys

    What was your proudest achievement? Getting my license

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? Mom and Oprah

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? Cell Phone!

    Who influenced your career the most? My Uncle in Korea (Bong Lae)

    What is your favorite movie? Jerry Maguire, Napoleon

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Britney Spears

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  The people I work with

    Give us a quote:  ”The secret to a good life is to have the right loyalties and hold them in the right scale of values." 

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  • Mark Hill
    MarketPlace Realtor
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-449-4848

    Mark is wonderful addition to our "family". Originally from Ingleside, Texas and a Texas A&M grad - whoop - he  is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Mark is currently training to become a cage fighter in the Cen Tex area. He fights hard in the ring and he'll fight even harder for YOU! If you're looking for a unique buying experience, some good conversation or a quick sparring session please pay him a visit at The Real Estate MarketPlace. 


     

     If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Either World Financial Group full time or training to become Cage Fighter.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? Mr. Roboto by Styx.

    What was your proudest achievement? Conquering Ranger School.

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? My wife

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? iPhone

    Who influenced your career the most?  Chip Floyd Ovanovich Franks

    What is your favorite movie? Zoolander

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Snoop Dogg

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  The People

    Favorite Quote: I'm currently thinking about that one.....

     

     

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  • Michael Taylor
    MarketPlace Realtor
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-458-2754

    Mike is a very persistent person who, when he listed his house here, was in the office so much that we hired him...and now we can't get him in to the office!  He has been scuba diving in Hawaii, skiing in the Swiss Alps, and parachuting in Panama, but he swears that this job is by far the most exciting thing yet.  Mr. Taylor, a twenty year retired veteran of the Army, resides with his wife, Kathleen, and son Donovan in Round Rock. You can reach Michael on his cell at 254-458-2754. 


     If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? What? I'm a Realtor?

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? ”Ain't Too Proud to Beg” by The Temptations

    What was your proudest achievement? I made a 25 lb rubber-band ball during Desert Storm

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? Donovon

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? toilet paper

    Who influenced your career the most? The judge

    What is your favorite movie? "Pulp Fiction"

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Stevie Ray Vaughn

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  Please see question 1

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  • Andrew Mills
    Marketing Director
    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-501-7367

     If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Well I'm the same height as Emmit Smith.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be? "I Believe I Can Fly"

    What was your proudest achievement? When I beat Chips record...

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? GOD

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live with out? internet

    Who influenced your career the most?

    What is your favorite movie?

    What is the best concert you have ever been to?

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate? 

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  • Tammie Sherman
    MarketPlace Property Manager
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    1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
    Killeen
    TX 76541
    254-953-5911

    Tammie, a Texan from day 1 is a rare find! Raised in Dallas, but moved to the Central Texas area a few years ago with her military spouse. She will manage your property as if it were her own while you are away. Let her determination, dependability, diligence and prior property management skills put you at ease.

    Tammie has yet to answer our questions...so we've decided to answer them for her (she had her chance...MUWHAHAHAHAAAA!!!)

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    If you weren't in Real Estate, what would you be doing? Working in the Nursing Field or Accounting.

    If you went through life with a theme song, what would it be?  "Maneater" by Hall and Oates (?)

    What was your proudest achievement? Becoming a mother.

    Who/ What is your greatest inspiration? Jesus Christ (We knew this one).

    What is the one piece of technology you can't live without? Cell Phone (trust us, we pay the bill on it at the Office), no it is the Computer.

    Who influenced your career the most? Robert Herring (sorry Chip).

    What is your favorite movie? Snakes on a Plane...heh, heh! (Tammie HATES snakes!) Actually it's The Color Purple.

    What is the best concert you have ever been to? Tina Turner!!!!

    What is your favorite thing about Real Estate?  Getting those "Atta' Girl" calls from our Property Owners. Ooh, nice...

    Give us a quote: "Seek, and ye shall find, ask and it shall be given, knock, and it shall be opened unto you. Note: The Finding, Receiving, and Openings are reserved only for the Seekers, Askers, and Those Who Knock!" Jesus Christ and added to by Chip Franks.

     

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Contact Information

Photo of Chip Franks Killeen Real Estate
Chip Franks
The Real Estate MarketPlace
1711 E. Centex Exp., Suite 101
Killeen TX 76541
254-953-5911
Fax: 254-501-4635

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