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Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent

Real estate agents are essential for anyone who wants to buy or sell a home. The search for a new real estate agent can be overwhelming. When you do come across someone who you think might be a good fit, ask yourself the following questions to determine if you have the right person for the…
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Easy & Delicious Open House Snack Ideas

Having an open house soon? It’s a lot of work to ensure you have the right curb appeal and to stage the home staged perfectly. What about snacks for your prospects, have you given them much thought? While people coming in will be interested in the property, good food can make their visit more enjoyable.…
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Property Walk Score Explained

In today’s market, businesses are scored on a variety of things. One such score is the property walk score. These numbers rate from 0-100. Like many score, the number between 70/100 equates to the best. A 90 rating tells the potential property owner or renter that the community is a great place for outside activities,…
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Why School Districts Matter

As school districts strive to improve educational outcomes, they must also ensure that the process of buying a home does not adversely impact a child’s chances for success. In fact, in some cases, purchasing a home can even lower the chances for that child to succeed. This is why school districts must understand the value…
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What Real Estate Agents Can Do that Homeowners Can’t

If you are looking to buy or sell your home, you may be thinking that it is more worth it to try and do it on your own. Many people may be tempted to try this process independently in order to save on commission fees. This, however, is not recommended at all. There are many…
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Trees and Property Value

One of the best investments you can make for yourself is buying real estate. Unlike other purchases like a vehicle, most properties gain value over time, so when it comes time to sell (either sooner or later) you will likely see a healthy return on that investment. Whether you are planning on selling a home…
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Evaluating a Home for Sale

If you are either buying or selling a home, there is one important fact you will want to know: how much is the property worth? Buyers do not want to over pay for what they are getting, and sellers want to be sure they aren’t under sold. There are several factors that affect property value,…
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Finding San Marcos Realtors You’ll Love

Buying or selling a home can be an exciting time of your life as it suggests change and opens you up for new opportunities. However, it can also be a stressful and overwhelming season if you are stuck figuring out the details of the process on your own. Hiring an experienced and qualified real estate…
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Ways a Great San Marcos Real Estate Agent Can Change Your Life

Moving to a better location or community is always an anticipated event. You think of ways that your life will change, or be made better once you are in the new area. The entire family starts to make plans for the move, but one thing has been omitted. You have yet to find the perfect…
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Open Houses: The Basics for Sellers

Open houses can be a great way to showcase your house to a wide range of potential customers in a short period of time. By showing your house at it’s prime, and allowing interested parties to get a tour without having to call their realtor well ahead of time, and saving realtors the hassle of…
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Open Houses: The Basics For Realtors

Hosting an open house can be a great opportunity for anyone who wants to have a lot of buyers come out at once. It’s also a great way to showcase inventory, or even to gain new inventory. Preparing Preparation is key for those hosting an open house. The last thing you want is to host…
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The Many Types Of Home Zoning

There are a few different types of zoning for homes, and for most potential buyers, it won’t have much of an impact whether you know them or not. But one reason it can be relevant to know which you are getting is knowing the impact it has on price. For most home buyers looking for…
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The Many Types Of Residential Real Estate Investors

There are so many facets of property investment that getting into that world can seem daunting. Whether you are a real estate agent, someone looking to generate passive income on the side, or a full-time investor, there are a lot of ways to go about being successful in real estate. Even investing itself has quite…
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Helping You Find The Perfect Real Estate Agent

Texas is a vast place and almost feels like a country in its own right. There are thousands of real estate agents throughout the state and finding one to fit your needs might seem like a bit of a challenge. A strong relationship with your real estate agent can be the difference between a peaceful…
A Great Real Estate Agent Can Change Your Life

A Great Real Estate Agent Can Change Your Life

Many people are using the internet to try to find alternative ways of buying and selling homes without using a real estate agent. This is because many people don’t realize the value of a real estate agent. These realtors can truly change your life for the better if you find the right one, though they…
San Marcos Homebuying Negotiation Techniques

Top Negotiation Mistakes To Avoid In Real Estate

When you are looking to buy or sell your home, one of the most important things to consider is how good you are at negotiating. When was the last time that you had to brush up on your negotiating skills? Was it at the car dealership? A conversation with your two year old about how…
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​Things to Do During the Housing Market’s Slow Season

As with the changing weather, there are some real estate markets that have expected slow periods, but that doesn’t mean the shop has to close down. During the off-season, it can be the perfect time to work on new business or take advantage of the additional time to do things you wouldn’t normally have time…