Hey there, first-time homebuyer, can we have a heart-to-heart? You see, you’re buying your first home, and I couldn’t be more excited. I’m showing up as your biggest fan. But my guess is you’re hearing lots of chatter about this not being the ideal time to buy. Maybe even from people you love. Here’s the […]
What you need to know before buying (that no one ever tells you) Tag a friend who needs to see this, or save this post for later. Cheers ~ Nacho
Buying and selling at the same time. It’s not for the faint of heart, but my clients do it all the time. And in the end, they’re all smiles! I’m sharing my top tips for maintaining your sanity if you’re staring down both sides of a real estate transaction.
Homestead exemption is a provision that allows a Texas homeowner to remove part of your home’s value from taxation, so they lower your taxes paid on the home. Example: Your home appraised at $300,000, and you qualify for a $40,000 exemption (this is the amount mandated for school districts), you will pay school taxes on […]
Don’t get me wrong, I’m right there with you drooling over enormous homes with a dedicated room for E-VER-Y-THING (home office, exercise room, craft space, homework nook, PLUS ridiculously large bedrooms). But hear me out. There are some downsides to that larger-than-life house that’s caught your eye. Here goes:❌Upkeep and maintenance: It starts with the […]
Whether moving just across town in Gainesville, or moving to a whole new state, the concept of what moving really means can be difficult for kids to grasp. As if wrapping your own head around packing up your life and settling into a new place isn’t stressful enough, have you ever thought about what it […]
! You accepted an offer on your home! The clock is now ticking and you’ve got to get moving…literally! I know that you just LOVE your little darlings, but seriously, !? Have them help label boxes. They could write what room each box belongs in on a color coordinated label, or if they are older, […]
Stopping by to share 4 reasons investing in real estate can be great! Reason #1: Predictable cash flow. Whether your cup of tea is commercial, residential, or vacation rental properties, the result is the same—regular passive income. And that’s always a win! Reason #2: Property appreciation. Your property will typically increase 3-5% in value on […]
Ahhh, moving. It’s SO thrilling and incredibly stressful at the same time. But, there’s hope! Whether you’re a moving pro or packing up for the first time, there are ways to help the process go smoothly. Try out these moving day hacks that’ll keep you sane on moving day: ✔️Purge your closets before you move […]
Step 1: Simplify Décor I cannot stress enough how important it is to keep clutter out of your home, even in the form of decor! This is why I tell my seller’s scale back on the number of things in their homes before picture day. Keep it simple! Step 2: Upgrade Linens A great vacation […]
Watch out for these 10 mistakes when selling your home in north Texas this Spring…⚠️Waiting to list—NOW is the time!⚠️Overpricing your home “just to see if anyone will bite.”⚠️Underestimating the importance of listing photos.⚠️Lowballing the cost of selling.⚠️Concealing major issues from your agent.⚠️Lingering during showings or leaving pets to roam around.⚠️Failing to plan where you’ll […]
I get lots of questions from buyers. Things like:❓Can you show me this house?❓Can you ask the listing agent for the age of the roof?❓How much would my home sell for?❓Can you find out why the homeowners are selling?❓How much are the property and utility bills for this home?But my favorites are questions like these:❓Can […]
Follow this recipe to CRAFT the offer that Sellers are hungry for You’ve been scrolling homes for months, and BOOM, there it is! The home you know is destined to be yours. Now what!? It’s time to build an offer the sellers can’t refuse — and in this market, that’s exactly what you’re gonna need! […]