Rockets and Real Estate

Friday, April 21, 2023
I recently attended a Texas Realtors conference in South Padre Island. As I boarded the plane to SPI, I noticed there was a lot of international passengers on the plane. As we were seated, I sat next to a man from China.We both made small talk, and I asked him why he was flying to SPI.... More

Don't Just Choose a Realtor... Choose a LOCAL Realtor

Friday, April 14, 2023
Look, Texas is a big state.You can choose any realtor you want to work with, butlocal realtors have local knowledge.It’s all aboutGEOGRAPHIC COMPETENCYIn short, this means being an expert about a geographical area. Your realtor has to have current knowledge, facts, data, and resources for the area!I lived in Plano, Texas for 10 years, but... More

Buyer Shout Out!

Friday, April 07, 2023
I am so proud of my first time home buyer!SHE knew what she wanted.SHE knew to work with LOCAL experts.SHE put in the work to become financially ready for homeownership.HER dream was Lindale, TX, and long with @themortgagehousetx, we made her dream a reality!Ready to become a homeowner?If you’re looking to buy a home in east... More

Been Thinking about Selling Your House? Now is The Time to ACT!

Friday, March 31, 2023
Pricing your home correctly from the beginning can add up to big results.It is more important than ever to work with a local professional realtor who and guide you through this process.Yesterday, you said tomorrow.Today, if it aligns with your financial goals, then do it.I’m ready when you’re ready!

Find a Realtor with a Good Mindset

Friday, March 24, 2023
because a good mindset seperates the best from the resta successful mindset is apositive mindsetgoal setting mindsetfocused mindsetan eye on the prize mindset.it’s not filled withdoubtworrycomparison.set your goalsfind the best to help you crush those goals.and if selling or buying a home in east Texas is one of those goals,I just might be the person... More

Happy St Patrick's Day from Kelly Raulston

Friday, March 17, 2023
An Irish saying for you todayMay your home always be TOO SMALLto holdALL OF YOUR FRIENDS!Have a blessed day my friends!

Does The Refrigerator Stay with The Home?

Friday, March 10, 2023
In Texas, permanently installed and built in items stay with the home, unless the seller has excluded them from the sale.Some buyers will ask for some of these “non-realty” items:WasherDryerRefrigeratorCurtainsEtc.to be included in the sale.That’s where negotiations come into play! Working with an experienced realtor can help guide you through this process.

Is Every Real Estate Market Different?

Friday, March 03, 2023
Is every real estate market different?YESEvery city.Every school district.Every zip code.Every region.Every state.Every county.has a different real estate market.Different average sold price.Different price per square foot.Different days on market.Different price per acre.Different challenges.Different negatives.Different.That is why is is crucial that you work with a LOCAL PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE AGENT for all of your real estate... More

When Dads Meddle During Real Estate Offers

Friday, February 24, 2023
Dads are great. Dads love their babies.Dads want their babies to have the best.Dads who aren’t full time licensed real estate agents in the city where you live, shouldn’t give advice or meddle. (Sorry not sorry).Listen to the professional you hired to guide you though your home purchase.If your offer based on what dad says,... More

Home Showing Advice: Word to The Wise

Friday, February 17, 2023
A small piece of advice when going to a home showing...TALK LESS DURING THE HOME SHOWINGWhy?You never know if there is a camera listening to you inside the house!Focus on the house, not sharing your opinion during showings.Whether if that is a doorbell or a security camera, take note if you are going to be... More
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