I was born and raised in Shreveport/Bossier City, Louisiana, and real estate runs deep in my veins thanks to my upbringing. My father, Ron Burns, is a respected building contractor with Ron Burns Construction. From a young age, I observed my dad's career in construction and property development, which laid a solid foundation for my future in real estate. I have taken several paths to get here. For over a decade, and as an ordained minister, I dedicated myself to preaching and teaching the Word of God, finding immens...
When Sarah Beth was only 10 days old, her family moved into a nearly dilapidated antebellum home sitting on an acre of land in the heart of downtown Saint Joseph, LA, on the Mississippi River. Her parents renovated over 5,000 square feet, room by room, preserving all of the original details. Years later, they bought several houses from declining areas and moved them to Lake Bruin, transforming them into something new and beautiful with all the original charm. She didn’t realize it then, but the love for houses and ma...
Chris Ray is a dedicated real estate agent with a proven track record of success. Before embarking on a career in real estate, he served with honor in the U.S. Air Force and later as a Special Agent with the Federal Government. A lifetime of government service has required many relocations. His military experience instilled a strong sense of discipline, problem-solving skills, and unwavering commitment to serving others. These qualities, combined with the strategic mindset developed during a career in law enforcemen...
Christie recently joined the real estate field and brings with her an extensive background in human resources where she specialized in program building and coaching individuals and families through large international transitions. Relational skills from years of working in the field of cancer treatment has served her well in meeting individuals and their needs with sensitivity and compassion. Having lived and worked internationally for several years she has an appreciation for cultural diversity and highly values peopl...
Jennifer grew up in the world of real estate, her dad being a successful broker in Warner Robins, Georgia, where she was raised and spent the first part of her adult life. In 2018 she and her husband, Matthew, and their three children, at the time (now they have 4 - ages 13, 11, 7, & 2) started out on an adventure to pursue ministry. This led them to Kentucky, and now to Louisiana where her husband serves as the pastor of contemporary worship at First Methodist Church. It was during these transitions, that her pass...
I am thankful to be a product of NWLA: growing up in Blanchard and also having lived in Bossier, Shreveport, and Vivian. Each area of our community has blessed me with incredible relationships with people in all walks of life. It is important to find the perfect place that feels like home, and NWLA offers an incredible and diverse region from which to choose. I have a passion for connecting and helping others any way I can, which led me to purse real estate. My dedication combined with positive energy and communication...
Brandon is originally from Needville, TX, and graduated from Texas A&M. After graduating, he got married and relocated to Shreveport in 2017. Licensed as a realtor since 2019, Brandon specializes in both residential and commercial real estate. He is known for building strong, lasting relationships with clients and prides himself on excellent communication and a client-first approach. As a proud member of the Osborn Hays team since 2024, Brandon is committed to providing exceptional service and making every tran...
When you decide to make a move, Jenni should be your first call! She knows all about relocation, moving her family multiple times with her husband’s oil and gas job - twice to the Shreveport-Bossier area! First licensed twelve years ago in Arkansas, Jenni has since been licensed in Oklahoma and Louisiana. If you are looking to share some laughs while looking at houses but then get serious about negotiating the best deal for you and your family, call Jenni today! -Married to Steve for 22 years -Mama to two tee...
There is something special about the first time a family walks into the house of their dreams. You can see it in their eyes. Their shoulders relax, they start talking about the heirloom furniture that will fit perfectly in a certain space, and where they will put their Christmas tree. For Emily, that's the magical part of this job. Born and raised in Shreveport, La, she grew up with a grandfather who built houses and often let her explore the building sites. She dreamed of being an architect, but settled on a non-profi...
A true son of Shreveport, Andy was born into the family grocery business, Andrews Grocery in Caddo Heights, where hard work was part of the family genetics. His grandmother often expressed, “If you’ve got time to lean, you’ve got time to clean!” After graduating from CE Byrd High, Andy continued his education just down the road at Louisiana Tech, where he met his wife Michelle and earned his BS in Forestry/Wildlife. Being close to family, all grounded in NWLA, and Andy’s love of the outdoors made the Sp...
Betty is a Shreveport native, growing up in Andrews Grocery, the family store where everyone in the family worked and served the Caddo Heights community for 50 years. She graduated from Fair Park High School in 1959, and is a proud graduate of Louisiana Tech, where she also received her Masters in Education Supervision and Administration and was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. After a ten year career in education, Betty began her real estate career, obtaining her Realtor Associate license in 1974 and broker�...
Real Estate…An exciting and rewarding career! I love people, and I get to meet new, wonderful and inspiring people. In real estate I've been tremendously blessed with wonderful clients in the past five years that have allowed me to serve them in the buying and selling process of their home. I will always be grateful for the people that put their trust and confidence in me and allowed me to serve them in this way.