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Strategy & Market Observations A historical look at how RECESSIONS impact Housing Markets Recession fears are top of mind for many folks.  Here’s a look at what has happened to the housing markets during recessions over the past 40 years. Even though this is a topic that’s been covered in other articles I’ve published, given the conversations I’ve had with folks recently, recession fears are something that’s on […]
Selling Tips Why a Pre-Listing Inspection May Be Worth It in Every Market Is it worth the cost?  Consider your strategy.  That pre-listing inspection can give you an edge. When you go to sell your home, you believe in what you’re selling.  Will you be surprised by what the buyer’s inspection shows? Now you have a buyer and you’ve accepted their offer.  Now you’re excited and looking forward […]
Selling Tips How Long Does It Take? Selling a Home in Gleannloch Farms How long does it take to sell your home?  It depends on where you live and how well you price your home.  We all want the most for our home.  Is our home actually worth top dollar?  Most often, no.  Age, condition of the walls, floors, bathrooms, roof, hvac, kitchen, yard, fences, etc… All these […]
Home Buyer What Buyers Need to Know About HOAs Home Owner’s Associations are not bad.  But they are a governing entity and you have to know the rules of the area so you can be sure you’re able to do what you want.  In many cases you’ll be just fine.  But it’s one more part of the buying process.  Be informed. When you search […]
Second Homes & Vacation Property Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade You’re going on vacation and renting a place from someone that owns that property.  A home on the beach?  A place in the mountains?  If you have a favorite vacation destination, consider buying your own vacation home. And have a management company care for it and rent it while you’re not using it.  There are […]
Selling Tips As home prices go up, do you know how much your home is worth? A large part of wealth is tied up in property.  And as home prices go up, this is a hidden but significant part of a person’s wealth.  When managed well, it becomes a great tool to propel that wealth forward. Keep your finger on the pulse of your hyper local market to understand why home […]
Strategy & Market Observations Quarterly Value Snapshot – 16 School Districts around Houston Here’s a quick snapshot of the different home values in a few (16) school districts around Houston TX.    There’s always more to the story and all real estate is hyper local.  But this broad overview can help as just one more dta point to help with the understanding of the market.   Unlock Your […]
Home Ideas Idea Corner – Organizing your Cookbooks Showcase your cookbooks in the kitchen to add personalized character, and make it aesthetically pleasing.  this can help keep the imagination flowing with a simple glance at the cookbook library.  Those books are more than just recipes—they’re sources of inspiration, connections to the past, and even decorative pieces that enhance your kitchen’s charm.   But […]
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Selling Tips The 3 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Are Making Right Now Everyone makes mistakes. Best to avoid these biggest mistakes (details in the article below) 1. Pricing the Home Too High 2. Skipping Repairs  3. Refusing To Negotiate I always recommend sellers do a “pre-listing inspection” and complete repairs before going live.  This way you can KNOW what you’re selling and are not surprised or insulted […]
Home Buyer Buying a Home? 3 Reasons To Buy Before Spring Winter?  Later Summer?  When should we be buying a home?  Simple.  Whenever you can!  (and as often as you can). Owning real estate is the single most reliable path to family and generational wealth.  But completing that first step takes planning, and a knowledgeable guide.  Buying a home is easier said than done. Let’s face […]
Credit Info The Truth About Credit Scores and Buying a Home Your credit score is a big part of buying a property.  We all know that.  BUT, there are many ways to manage imperfect credit scores. Plus, great credit scores can do more for you than you may think. Use your great score to your advantage.  Not only is the approval easier, but lenders may give […]
Selling Tips As of Jan2025, How Much Home Equity Have You Gained? The Answer Might Surprise You Your home can be your bank, and if used well, can help propel your wealth.  How much home equity do you have now? Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner? As home values rise, so does your net worth. And, if you’ve been in […]
Home Buyer Why Owning a Home Helps Build Wealth in the Long Run Owning a home helps you build wealth.  Stability is hard to beat when it comes to peace of mind.  Add to that the reality that owning property is a clear path to build wealth and every person, every family should do everything in their power to buy a home now.  Living in a rental, you […]
Selling Tips Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents Selling a house is easy right?  Yes!  As long as you’re not worried about making a mistake. According to NAR, the median price of a house sold in the USA in October’24 was $407k.   Small mistakes can really add up!  A small pricing or negotiating or documentation or deadline error can cost you tens of thousands […]
Selling Tips Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House Selling Your House can be stressful.  There are a lot of things to plan and if any get missed, the result can be costly. If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market. Maybe you’re wondering if […]
Home Buyer More Homes, Slower Price Growth The pendulum is swinging in your favor.  Buying a home during the 0ctober to February period favors buyers and this year, we are getting back to a normal amount of homes listed on the market. Many folks were waiting for the “right time to sell” or the “right time to buy”.  If you’ve had any […]
Selling Tips How Long Will It Take To Sell Your House? It comes down to working with a pro who knows the current state of this commodity market, nationally and the local market of your property. In one season, it can take a month to sell your house.  In a seasonally slow time of the market cycle, it can take several months to sell your house.  […]
Strategy & Market Observations Recessions! What Happens to Housing during Recessions? Here’s an article from a few years ago that deserves attention, repeatedly.  Recessions, economic downturns are not always bad. But we have to be prepared to act when that time comes. The market swells and contracts.  Regardless of the state of the market, there are folks closing deals every day.  Recessions? While that makes most […]
Selling Tips Is Your House Priced Too High? Have you accidentally listed your home for sale at a price that’s too high?  It happens often.  If you’ve been trying to sell your property and it’s taking a long time, it’s possible your home is priced too high.  Make sure you’re evaluating the market well… the seasonality, the overall market, the prevailing economy in […]
Selling Tips How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House? For this one, be sure to read the whole article (maybe 2min).  The full reasoning behind the costs is helpful.  Always refer to your long term plan when thinking to buy and sell properties.  This step should be part of a larger financial strategy, and putting all that together, you’ll want expertise. If you’re toying […]

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