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Jacobs Properties – Since 1967


Broker Spotlight

Since 1967, Jacobs Properties has helped people buy and sell Texas land, ranches, farms, and premier rural estates. With over 40 years of experience in the horse, cattle, timber, hunting and investment acreages, we offer a unique expertise in marketing properties and representing buyers. Expert marketing and superior market knowledge are essentials that our clients will never go without. We invite you to explore our website, or give us a call to explore your next land sale or purchase.



Larry Jacobs

Larry Jacobs

Broker

Larry Jacobs-Broker since 1966. Larry and his wife Beverley own the family based business specializing in acreage properties. Larry's special interest is in soil and water conservation, and the property rights of landowners. Larry and Beverley have a cow/calf operation and enjoy participating in Stock Horse of Texas events.

Johnny Baker

Johnny Baker

Broker Associate

Johnny is a 5th generation Texan. Prior to obtaining his real estate license, his career included 28-years in the energy industry where he served in compliance. He is currently the Managing Director of a family farming and ranching business in South Texas. He believes that "clients should experience total satisfaction". This is his approach to all real estate transactions. Johnny's volunteer activities include: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, Texas Wildlife Association, and Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.

Buddy Maxwell

Buddy Maxwell

Realtor

Buddy grew up in Tomball, Tx. and that is where his 31-year sales career started. He spent 26 years selling Horse & Livestock Aluminum Trailers. Buddy and his wife Sandy started Maxwell Trailers Sales in June 2000 and became one of the fastest growing trailer dealers. In April of 2003 he formed a partnership with one of his past clients and together they opened Gulf Coast 4-Star Trailer Sales then moved the dealership to Willis, Tx. July 2005. Buddy has always put his client’s interest first and will continue to do so in his Real Estate career, he looks forward to serving his past clients as well as meeting the needs of new clients.

Shannon Thornton

Shannon Thornton

Realtor

Shannon was born and raised in Dayton, Texas, just a few miles from his grandparents farm where his passion for faith, livestock and a rural life was inspired. Shannon and his wife Debbie raised their family in the Montgomery area and have been involved in Real Estate investments since 1987. They currently own a small 12 acre ranch in Whitehall, Texas. He also spent 31 years in the manufacturing industry, including 20 years as the founder and owner of an ISO Certified manufacturing company and was a patent designer. His commitment to excellence and  customer service is a way of life and he looks forward to the opportunity to work for you and your family!

Scott Dunwoody

Scott Dunwoody - GRI

Realtor

A 5th generation Texan, Scott is a 1993 Graduate of Texas A&M University and 1999 Graduate of the University of Houston with an MBA in Finance. Before beginning his career in Real Estate, he spent over 25 years in the oil and gas industry where he has generated upstream exploration projects, supervised field operations, and managed mineral and royalty interests. He has also been active in family real estate holdings as well as a cow/calf operation. Scott is a 4-time Ironman athlete. He enjoys SCUBA diving, hunting and fishing, and is an airline transport rated pilot. He has been an active volunteer for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo since 1994.

Shana Jacobs Shivers

Shana Jacobs Shivers

Realtor

After raising five children, Shana returned to her family’s legacy—three generations of real estate. With six years of experience as a broker's assistant to Larry prior to becoming an agent, Shana offers invaluable insights to help clients make informed decisions. Shana’s competitive spirit was honed through her years as a high school and college rodeo competitor, where she learned the value of perseverance, dedication, and hard work—qualities that continue to shape her approach to real estate. She treats every transaction with the utmost care and commitment, ensuring her clients' best interests are always prioritized. Her passion for gardening, trees, and wildlife further deepens her appreciation for the beauty and potential of every property. Shana is uniquely positioned to guide clients through the process of finding the perfect property—whether they’re growing a family, downsizing, or seeking a fresh start. If you’re looking for an attentive, compassionate agent who takes the time to understand your goals, Shana is ready to help you navigate the real estate process with confidence.

Mel Simonton

Mel Simonton

Broker Associate

Mel Simonton is a native Texan who developed an early addiction to all things outdoors. After a  terribly boring career in residential real estate sales in Wichita Falls he answered the call of the “outdoors” and moved to Possum Kingdom Lake where he thoroughly enjoyed selling over 450 ranch and resort properties.  He joined Jacobs Properties in 2015.  Mel and his wife Sharon, also a licensed real estate salesperson, live in The Woodlands.

Lamar Yeates

Lamar Yeates

J.D., Realtor

Lamar joined Jacobs Properties in 2024. Originally from Louisiana, Lamar moved to Texas to practice real estate law where he represented commercial and residential property owners in commercial litigation. He has experience in landlord/tenant law, adverse possession, and boundary disputes which provides the foundation for his unique understanding of the issues property owners face when buying, selling, and improving land. In addition to his Texas real estate agents license, he maintains active law licenses in Texas and Mississippi. Lamar grew up with an agricultural background where his grandfather and father raised livestock on their family farm. This way of life gave him a deep appreciation of land along with the benefits and responsibilities of land ownership. He also assists his family in managing farmland in central Mississippi. Lamar is a member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the Realtors Land Institute, and the Texas Land Brokers Network. He currently lives in Houston with his wife, Caroline. They attend Houston’s First Baptist Church and enjoy wild game cooking, exploring Texas, and catching an Astros game.

Tommy Hunter

Tommy Hunter

Realtor

I am a native of Southeast Texas.  Graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Agricultural Economics in 1985.  I currently manage a large family-owned timberland tract in Montgomery County.  3rd generation landowner.  Member of the Texas Forestry Association since 2004. I enjoy all things outdoors such as hunting, fishing and camping.  Joined Jacobs Properties in September 2016.

Jeff Beck

Jeff Beck

Realtor, ALC Candidate

Jeff and his wife Nancy own and operate a small ranch in Northwest Montgomery County. Jeff has been with Jacobs Properties since 2009 providing both buyers and sellers assistance in Farm and Ranch property transactions in Montgomery and surrounding counties.

Jacobs Properties is happy to co-broker, however, buyer's agent must make first contact and be present for all showings to receive full compensation at the discretion of Jacobs Properties.