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 […]
Hiring an agent to sell your home is a huge decision. And here’s the deal, there is more to it than finding someone who lives in your town. It’s about trust, comfort, and confidence. When you are looking for real estate agent to list your house, don’t overlook one or more of these red flags before […]
If you’re breaking these rules, you’re probably scaring off buyers regardless of the market. Here are things to avoid! BEWARE OF: Buyer Math – 35% of homeowners would rather move to another home than remodel their current home. Buyers are looking for move in ready, they don’t want to have to do more work when […]
You’ve heard me talk about the importance of choosing a local lender…and it’s not just because I love all things local! There are many benefits to using a local lender, here are just a few: The fact that you can show up at their office makes you more than a number in a corporate database. […]
The other day a friend asked if there’s really a method to the madness for getting top dollar when selling. Good news! There is. If you scooch in a little closer, I’ll pass along a few of my best-kept secrets (usually reserved exclusively for clients!).✅Price it right. Setting the right price for your home is […]
Picture this: you’re a football player. You’re playing a team you REALLY want to beat. Right before you step out onto the field, you run over to your opponent’s sidelines and ask their coach what you should do to win. Sounds crazy, right? It’s a lot like buyers who find a house they love, but […]
There will be times when you have compromise with each other. When you start your Home search, focus on the things that can not be changed, rather than getting stuck arguing over details that can be renovated to your hearts content later. ‘ :LocationLayoutLot size :FlooringPaint colorsLandscapingCountertopsCabinetsBacksplashGarage Doors (this can make a shocking difference in […]
We all sat in a math classes where we thought to ourselves, “When am I EVER going to need to know this?” But this math class is different! Today I want to teach you all the numbers you need to know when it comes to buying your next home. First, you need to know what […]
You only get one chance to make a first impression, so you wanna get it right—especially when selling your home. With 97% of buyers beginning their search online, those listing photos matter, folks! So here’s what I’ll say: Your Real Estate Agent needs to hire a professional photographer to shoot your home. Why? It’s pretty […]
ENTER YOUR MUST LIST VS YOUR LUST LIST: My strategy for determining your top priorities while house hunting ⬇️ When you start the house hunting process, it’s easy to get caught up in all the “extra” features which could cause you to potentially neglect the really important things like location, lot size, the why behind […]