Buyer Tips

September 4, 2015
Formal Living Rooms Are Dead

Formal Living Rooms Are Dead

Formal Living Rooms Are Dead   Formal Living Rooms Are Dead Yep, I said it. For most people, formal living rooms are dead space and a catchall for dust. Today’s families entertain in more casual ways than ever before—the kids […]
August 14, 2015
Real Estate Negotiations: How to be on the “Winning” Side

Real Estate Negotiations: How to be on the “Winning” Side

Real Estate Negotiations: How to be on the “Winning” Side Real Estate Negotiations: How to be on the “Winning” Side The word “negotiation” itself has such a negative connotation, but it doesn’t have to be that way. It is a […]
July 23, 2015
Real Estate Rules of Etiquette

Real Estate Rules of Etiquette

Real Estate Rules of Etiquette Real Estate Rules of Etiquette Buying and selling real estate is a complicated task, even in the simplest of transactions. There are multiple parties involved in a transaction and all of the personalities merge together […]
March 26, 2015

How to Buy a House in your Underwear

buy a house in your underwear in palestine tx HOW TO BUY A HOUSE IN YOUR UNDERWEAR IN PALESTINE, TX You can buy a house in your underwear? Is that for real?! Well, kind of.  We are lucky to live […]
March 2, 2015

All About Home Inspections

So you’ve found your dream house, you’ve come to terms with the seller on price and you are under contract….now comes the time for a home inspection!  What is it? How much is it? Do you really need it? What […]
February 18, 2015
Why Do I Have to Sign Paperwork Just to See a House? Should you have your own Buyer's Agent?

Why Do I Have to Sign Paperwork Just to See a House?

Why Do I Have to Sign Paperwork Just to See a House? Should you have your own Buyer’s Agent? When you request to view a home, the agent may request a Buyer’s Rep Agreement before showing you the house.  You’d […]
November 1, 2014

It’s November, Ya’ll!: 8 Home Maintenance Tips For Your East Texas Home

All I can say is WOW…it’s November?! I’m pretty sure we just did the New Year’s countdown last week, right!? Time is a fickle mistress. Yet alas, here we are—November! Cold weather is coming and it’s a great chance to get a jump (err…catch up) on some home maintenance before the busy insanity of the holidays hits with full force! So, without further ado, check out these 8 Tips for November Home Maintenance in your East Texas home:
October 16, 2014
The Nitty Gritty on Texas Homestead Property Tax Exemptions

The Nitty Gritty on Texas Homestead Property Tax Exemptions

Questions on property taxes and property tax exemptions are some that I get asked by clients regularly. How much will my taxes be? What discounts am I eligible for? Why should I file for an exemption? All are excellent questions and well worth asking!
June 25, 2014
TIPS FOR BUYING IN A SELLER'S MARKET

You Can’t Do Everything in Your Underwear (but you can do some!)

TIPS FOR BUYING IN A SELLER’S MARKET It’s true–it’s a seller’s market in Palestine, Texas!  Homes are selling FAST and often with multiple offers.  So, what is a home buyer to do?!  While the market is tougher as a buyer […]