Category Archives: Tips for Buying

• How Does Hurricane Harvey Impact the Real Estate Market?

  Posted on October 5, 2017 by Amanda in Helpful tips, Texas Weather, Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

  The waters have receded,  now we are faced with the aftermath.  Many are asking, “what is going to happen to the real estate market”?  It is a complex question, yet I’ll do my best to provide an answer.   Surprisingly, there is good news for both Homeowners and Buyers.  That is because the restoration of the […]

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  No-Bake Desserts

  Posted on October 2, 2017 by Amanda in Helpful tips, Holiday & winter Information, Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

  With the holidays approaching us so soon. With the Help of Better Homes & Gardens we have some yummy no-bake desserts for y’all. We have attached one recipe to this blog and below is the link with all of them! I can’t wait to get home and try these for the kids!  http://www.bhg.com/recipes/desserts/no-bake-desserts/no-bake-desserts/?slideId=28dd75fd-171a-4316-a96d-90cbc15aab75&utm_source=bhg-newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=bhgdailyrecipe_071517&did=159626-20170715 Ingredients 4medium […]

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• HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

  Posted on April 21, 2017 by Amanda in Helpful tips, Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

  Most buyers feel considerable pride in becoming a homeowner, but they also recognize that ownership includes many new responsibilities. To keep your home looking and performing its best, here are several of the most important jobs to remember.  Safety First Prevent accidents or injury by regularly checking these systems: ☐ Test fire extinguisher ☐ Replace […]

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  Spruce up the house!

  Posted on May 28, 2014 by Amanda in Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

    Summer is right around the corner, so before it starts heating up and people are out and about more often; how about a few tips from us on how to add some curb appeal to your house (that is if it is need). These projects can be knocked out in a week or two […]

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  Inspections!

  Posted on April 30, 2014 by Amanda in Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

   Are inspections tied to termination-option periods? Is a buyer required to complete his inspections during the termination-option period? No. The right to inspect the property is in Paragraph 7A of the contract, there is not a contractual tie to the termination option in Paragraph 23. However, most buyers will want to complete their inspections during […]

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  Buying a home?

  Posted on January 15, 2014 by Amanda in Tips for Buying

    The 7 Steps to Buying a Home You’ve finally found the home you love. Now what? Though every market is different, you can expect to follow these seven steps, from offer to closing when buying a home.   1. Making an offer If you’re sure the home you love is right for you, it’s […]

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• Moving tips and websites!

  Posted on December 29, 2013 by Amanda in Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

  Clients tend to become stressed at the time of moving, especially if it is their first move or if they have not moved in a while; as I am sure as a real estate professional you already know this. They have trusted in you to sell their home as well as find them a new […]

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• New Year’s Plans

  Posted on December 22, 2013 by Amanda in Tips for Buying, Tips for selling

  As we welcome in the New Year, everyone seems to have new goals to reach and lots of plan making. There are many things that happen at the end of each year, fun parties, time spent with the family, as well as a  look back at all of the wonderful things that happened throughout the […]

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  Finding the Right Neighborhood

  Posted on June 20, 2012 by Admin in Tips for Buying

  Picking a neighborhood that fits your lifestyle and desires is an important part of the homebuying process.  Finding The Right Neighborhood Finding the right neighborhood can be challenging, though … there are so many things to consider. For a lot of people, quality schools top the list of desirable neighborhood amenities. It may surprise you that […]

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  A first-time homebuyer’s advantage

  Posted on June 7, 2012 by Admin in Tips for Buying

  Jaime Kilpatrick | Consumer columnist Apr. 2, 2012 From Texas Real Estate First Time Home Buyers Advantage A first time home buyers advantage tip by Walt Temple Properties. My fiancé and I decided to make the transition from renters to homeowners at the start of the new year. And, of course, the step between the […]

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