Shirley Baker, Realtor Fathom Realty

10/13/2026

Calculating the cost of leaving the city and building a house in the country? Don't forget to include how much it will take to build and maintain a road to get you from a main road to your newly secluded home. Here are some more things to consider.

While the majority of homeowners in America live in subdivisions, some prospective homeowners dream of wide open spaces and a quiet natural setting. So what does it take to build in a rural area as compared to a subdivision? Here are some key differences. Buying the land. In many small towns and rur...

10/12/2026

Attention Hometown Heroes! Did you know that this program offers incredible real estate benefits? You can save thousands of dollars when buying or selling a home with me. As a Hero, you could save an estimated $3,050 when purchasing a home, $1,800 when selling a home, and $1,250 when refinancing a home! Don't miss out on these amazing savings opportunities. Reach out to me and let's get started!

10/11/2026

Before you start showings, replace all the lightbulbs in your home with bulbs of the same temperature. This will give your home a unified look.

10/11/2026

📈 Here's your updated Market Report for Lake Jackson, TX!

🏡 In the last 30 days, 42 Homes Sold for a Median Sale Price of $299,000 in an average of 47 Days on Market, resulting in an Average Price per Square Foot of $139.

🤔 Thinking of Buying or Selling? 📲 Reach out Today!

→ For more information, be sure to check out my full Community Report: https://shirleybaker.fathomrealty.com/market-report-lake-jackson

10/10/2026

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed much about American life, and interior design styles are no exception. Read on to learn which styles are increasingly popular and which are on their way out.

10/08/2026

If you are listing your home this fall, use some mums and pumpkins for the perfect porch appeal.

10/08/2026

A New Season, A Fresh Look 🏠 Plus, your October to-do list, fall home ideas, curb appeal inspiration and home safety tips!

🏡 Your October 2026 Update from Shirley Baker, REALTOR®

10/06/2026

When purchasing a home, your Real Estate Agent has the contract expertise to help navigate uncertain terms and will know when to seek legal advice. Read on for more benefits, and then give me a call when you are ready to begin your home buying journey!

Whether buying a new house or an existing one, buyers typically feel more at ease having a real estate agent working on their behalf. It’s their job to make things go smoothly. Here’s how. Knowledge of builders. Real estate agents don’t just work with resale homes. Agents know the builders in ...

10/05/2026

The Hometown Heroes program provides actual financial savings to heroes looking to buy or sell a home. The program not only eases your financial stress on the real estate side but also covers you on the mortgage side.

- HOME BUYERS: Heroes save $3,050* when purchasing a home.
- HOME SELLERS: Heroes save $1,800* when selling a home.
- MORTGAGE REFINANCE: Heroes save $1,250* when refinancing a home.

*Savings based on an average $300,000 home.

Reach out today and let's get saving!