An avid sailor, Joanne Humphries knows the value of multi-tasking: every race, every outing involves checking out the sailing craft, assessing the weather, establishing navigation – and still making sure everyone is having fun. It's that unique skill set – and commitment – that she brings to her real estate endeavors.

Joanne and her husband, Ken, have recently finished remodeling their waterfront home in La Porte and well know the challenges of f...