Our Firm

The Architecture
of Legacy

A full-service Texas real estate agency built on honest guidance, local market knowledge, and dedicated client service.

The Legacy Group Office
Our Story

Built Different.
By Design.

The Legacy Group was founded with a simple conviction: buying or selling a home deserves clear answers, thorough preparation, and an advisor who puts your family's best interests first. As a subsidiary of Sphaerus LLC, we combine hands-on property experience with deep local market knowledge.

Affiliated with Keller Williams Preferred, our firm combines the resources of the world's largest real estate franchise with the personal attention of a dedicated local team. Every client works directly with experienced advisors who know the neighborhoods street by street.

We serve Houston, Galveston, and Brazoria Counties—helping first-time buyers, move-up families, coastal homeowners, and property investors make smart, well-informed real estate decisions.

A Sphaerus LLC Subsidiary · Keller Williams Preferred
2018

Founded

The Legacy Group founded as a principal-led Premier Real Estate Team firm

2019

KW Affiliation

Partnered with Keller Williams Preferred for unmatched market reach

2020

Forensic Advantage Launch

Pioneered the Legacy Advantage™ inspection protocol

2021

$50M Milestone

Surpassed $50M in cumulative transaction volume

2023

Tri-County Expansion

Full-service operations across Houston, Galveston & Brazoria

2025

Digital Intelligence

Launched proprietary market intelligence & analytics platform

Keller Williams Preferred

Proudly affiliated with Keller Williams Preferred, the #1 real estate franchise in the world by agent count.

Leadership Team

Experienced Guidance for Every Move.

Complementary expertise in residential homes, coastal estates, and commercial & investment properties across Texas.

“Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions your family will ever make. You deserve real numbers, an honest look at the property, and an advocate who protects your bottom line.”
Dr. Charles Lehnhoff, MBA · Managing PartnerCharles Lehnhoff
MANAGING PARTNER · RESIDENTIAL & COASTALTREC #0829681 · #23070
Dr. Charles Lehnhoff — Founder & Managing Partner
PhD · MBA · REALTOR® · Veteran-Owned Founder

Dr. Charles Lehnhoff

Founder & Managing Partner

“Clear market data, thorough property checks, and strong negotiation.”

Dr. Charles Lehnhoff brings together doctoral research rigor (PhD), corporate financial strategy (MBA), and U.S. military veteran leadership to give buyers, sellers, and commercial clients a decisive fiduciary advantage. Whether you are evaluating a family home in League City, a luxury coastal property in Galveston, or a commercial facility in Greater Houston, he helps you look past surface staging to understand property condition, flood zones, and true ownership costs.

As a Veteran-Owned Founder backed by an MBA in Strategic Management and advanced scientific inquiry, his approach to pricing, due diligence, and negotiation is grounded in verified neighborhood sales data and dedicated to protecting your hard-earned equity.

Property Condition Guidance
Hands-on review of property condition, flood zones, and local tax structures on every walkthrough.
Accurate Local Pricing
Verified Texas MLS sold comparables so you never overpay as a buyer or underprice as a seller.
Skilled Negotiation
Strategic contract representation averaging 4.7% above asking price for our sellers.
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VOLUME II · INVESTOR SOLUTIONS & OFF-MARKET STRATEGIESINVESTOR ADVISORY
Thomas Trevino — Wholesale & Investor Solutions
Wholesale & Investor Solutions · Founder, Hermes Investment

Thomas Trevino

Wholesale & Investor Solutions Specialist

“Rigorous cost estimation, disciplined underwriting, and off-market deal architecture.”

Thomas Trevino brings over 10 years of hands-on real estate investment experience and more than 20 years in industrial project estimation, finance, and cost planning across major Texas operations. He applies institutional discipline to every opportunity: verify the numbers, understand the real scope of work, and structure transactions that protect capital.

Specializing in off-market acquisitions, wholesale transactions, creative financing, and rehab scoping, Thomas partners with investors, property owners, and builders across Greater Houston, Galveston County, and the Texas Industrial Corridor.

Off-Market Acquisitions
Direct sourcing of unlisted residential, commercial, and land opportunities across Texas.
Industrial Cost Rigor
Decades of estimating expertise applied to accurate rehab budgeting and contractor coordination.
Creative Deal Structuring
Owner-finance, BRRRR, DSCR, and cash-offer strategies designed to maximize transaction velocity.
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Our Principles

The Four Pillars

The non-negotiable standards that define every engagement

Integrity

Transparent communication and unwavering ethical standards form the bedrock of every client relationship. We say what we mean, and we do what we say.

01

Relentless Innovation

From comprehensive property reviews to real-time MLS market intelligence, we continuously raise the standard for what a local real estate agency delivers.

02

Elite Discretion

Your financial details, property strategies, and personal circumstances are safeguarded with the same rigor as a private wealth institution.

03

Unparalleled Excellence

We hold ourselves to a standard that most would call unreasonable. That is precisely why our clients achieve results others consider impossible.

04
Market Expertise

Three Counties. One Standard.

Deep local intelligence across the Gulf Coast's most dynamic markets

Houston real estate market overview

Houston

Harris County

The economic engine of Texas. From the refined enclaves of River Oaks to the emerging corridors of EaDo, we navigate the full spectrum of Houston Real Estate.

12,000+Active Listings
$385KMedian Price
Galveston real estate market overview

Galveston

Galveston County

Coastal estates, historic architecture, and waterfront living defined by salt air and timeless elegance. Our island expertise is unmatched in the market.

3,200+Active Listings
$340KMedian Price
Brazoria real estate market overview

Brazoria

Brazoria County

The Gulf Coast's premier growth corridor. Master-planned communities, new construction, and investment-grade properties in Texas's fastest-growing region.

5,800+Active Listings
$295KMedian Price
Client Advocacy

Real Clients. Generational Legacies.

Hear how The Legacy Group Principal Advisory Team delivers decisive advantages across acquisitions, builder negotiations, and estate sales.

The Legacy Group Client Story Showcase
Client Testimonial Feature

“They didn't just find us a house — they protected our financial future.”

The Miller Family · League City Waterfront Acquisition
Transaction TypeLuxury Waterfront & Builder Spec
Client Benefit$42k Inspection & Title Credit
Advisory Scope3-Phase Forensic Structural Audit
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★★★★★

The Veteran VA Transition

“As a veteran relocating to Houston, The Legacy Group's veteran leadership and deep contract knowledge gave us total peace of mind. He spotted framing errors before drywall went in and saved us thousands in future repair bills.”

Verified VA Buyer ClientSanta Fe Acreage Estate · VA Buyer
★★★★★

The Executive Downsizing & Seller Net

“The Legacy Group executed a marketing plan that brought 4 competitive offers in our first weekend. Their net sheet projections were accurate to the dollar, and the Texas Rule R-8 title credits saved us over $3,800 at the closing table.”

Verified Seller ClientFriendswood Luxury Estate · Closed $38k Over Ask
★★★★★

The 1031 Exchange Coastal Portfolio

“The Legacy Group analyzed gross STR rental returns, flood elevation certificates, and TWIA windstorm rates across 6 island submarkets. Their data-first approach is unlike any traditional brokerage in Texas.”

Verified 1031 Investor ClientGalveston Island West End · 1031 Exchange Investor
Track Record

Recently Closed

Proven results across Houston, Galveston, and Brazoria County.

1201 N Heron Dr, Seabrook TXSOLDBuyer Representation

$208,000

1201 N Heron Dr

Seabrook, TX 77586 · 3 BD · 2 BA · 1,478 SF

1433 Kipp Ave, Kemah TXLEASEDBuyer Representation

$2,150/mo

1433 Kipp Ave

Kemah, TX 77565 · 3 BD · 2 BA · 1,468 SF

CLIENT STORIES

What Our Clients Say.

“Dr. Lehnhoff and his team made selling our River Oaks home effortless. Their pricing strategy and negotiation skills got us well over asking price, and they kept us informed at every step.”
Verified Seller ClientRIVER OAKS · HOME SELLER
“The Legacy Group guided us through buying our League City waterfront home with incredible care. They spotted repair items during our walkthrough that saved us thousands at the closing table.”
Verified Buyer ClientLEAGUE CITY WATERFRONT · HOME BUYER
“We appreciated how honest and straightforward the entire team was. They knew the neighborhood inside and out and sold our Memorial home in 4 days with multiple offers.”
Verified Seller ClientMEMORIAL · HOME SELLER
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