The Metro East Home Team

The team was started in 2002 by Tammy Anderson-Owens. During a time that most agents are struggling the "Metro East Home Team" continues to grow. The reason is simple: We care!

You're looking at over 18 years of real estate experience. The "Metro East Home Team" consistently ranks in the Top 1% of metro east agents.

You have a lot of choice when it comes to selecting an agent in the metro east and we know that. We strive to be better by creating an experience that our clients will remember for years to come. A combination of knowledge, reliability, integrity and proven performance is what sets us apart from the rest of the agents in the area.

Put yourself in good hands. Give us a call today.


Tammy Anderson-Owens, Team Leader

Tammy is a lifetime resident of the Metro East and knows the area intimately. She has been a full-time agent since 2002 and consistently ranks in the top 1% of Metro East Realtors.

Unmatched negotiating skills insure that her clients get the best representation available. Tammy focuses on helping both buyers and sellers in the area. Do you want to be "Wowed?" Call Tammy today.


Laura Kombrink, Buyer's Specialist

Laura Kombrink was born at Keesler AFB in Biloxi, Mississippi. “My father was in the Air Force, so I’ve lived all over the United States as well as two countries overseas.” In 1988 she moved to Illinois and has made the Metro East her home ever since.

Laura is the mother of three adult children as well as a grandmother of two. “Both of my sons are currently serving in the United States Marine Corps and my daughter works for a real estate consulting and coaching company based in Swansea, Illinois. I couldn’t be prouder of my children. They are all successful adults and people.”

Laura has worked in sales and customer service for many years. “I’ve worked for a real estate consulting and coaching firm as well as a real estate marketing firm, so I’ve been involved with the real estate industry for over 4 years, and involved with the public my entire life.”

Laura’s experience has instilled in her a love of people, a passion for results, and a drive for excellence in all that she does. “I really feel that all good things start at home…and I enjoy helping people find that home where so many great dreams and people are nurtured. I don’t sell houses…I sell homes.”


Rick Owens, Realtor & Marketing Director

Rick has been a driving force behind the success of the team since 2002. His primary experience has been on the marketing and administration side of the real estate business.

Rick has worked for a national real estate marketing and coaching organization for the last 6 years and recently decided to join the team in a full-time position. Rick's other experience includes more than 18 years of customer service management. Our clients genuinely benefit from the marketing expertise and client care he brings.


Missy Tillman, Transaction Coordinator

Missy has been working on the Administrative side of Real Estate for the past three years. She attended Murray State University and earned her degree in Business Management. She has specialized in Customer Service roles for over a decade and is here to make sure your home buying or selling experience runs smoothly.

Missy is involved with numerous community projects and organizations so there is no doubt that you'll see her around town. She helps the team make sure you get into the perfect home and that you enjoy the experience along the way. Missy is instrumental in insuring The "Metro East Home Team" remains the number one choice for today's savvy consumers.


John P. Kroot, CPA, MetLife Home Loans

The “Metro East Home Team” is proud to introduce John Kroot and the staff at MetLife Home Loans as one of our Preferred Providers for home financing.

John and the team at MetLife have been instrumental in insuring that our clients find the right financing for each unique situation.

John’s experience includes 20+ years in the mortgage industry, a CPA degree and John is a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin of Wisconsin-Madison.

Our clients trust our guidance. I can confidently say that John brings a welcome honesty and integrity to the industry.

Send an e-mail if you would like a full-list of the “Metro East Home Team’s” preferred lenders.