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An independently owned brokerage serving Houston and Dallas. This is Texas Real Estate. Re-defined.

24/08/2026

Mayra Cardenas Castro has capped! Proud of the amazing and dedicated work she does to serve our clients! Congratulations Mayra! Enjoy 100% of your hard earned commission for the rest of the year!

04/10/2024

Please help me congratulate Mayra Cardenas Castro who now gets to enjoy 100% of her commission!! As any of her clients will tell you, Mayra is an incredible resource to have in your corner. Proud to have her as a part of the Luxe family! Congrats on an amazing year Mayra!

13/07/2023

This beauty is officially live! Showings start tomorrow. Visit 550NPeytonville.com for more pics, video and 3D tour! If you know of anyone who would be interested send them my way!

Offered at $2,300,000

1 Acre Lot
Carroll ISD
5876 Sqft
5 Beds 4.5 Baths
Fully fenced wrought iron and stone perimeter fence with 2 gates
Circle drive
3 Car Garage
Outdoor Kitchen
Updates Galore

31/08/2022

In the heat of summer and the cold of winter, there could be nothing worse than a faulty HVAC system — have you ever been there? It usually chooses the worst time to fail... like on a 90-degree day, or Christmas Eve.

This is your reminder — don't forget to do a routine check of your HVAC vents, have a professional check your overall system, and consider getting your ductwork cleaned every few years! By servicing your HVAC regularly, you can prolong the life of your system and decrease energy costs significantly... saving you money!

Who is your local go-to for HVAC tune-ups?

30/08/2022

"For Sale By Owner" — honestly, a phrase that makes most agents cringe; not because we want to list your home, but because we actually care about what we do best. Like most, I have a clear, proven system, to net you the highest amount of money possible with the best terms and protection.

What a lot of sellers seem to forget, is the legal aspect of doing everything by owner. As real estate agents, we have the tools, insurance, and protection to keep our clients' interests secure. We live in a very litigious society anymore, and it's important for any consumer to have the right representation for the best possible outcome. On that note: NO, not just any attorney practices real estate, either.

I may make it look easy, but that is because I have the experience and the resources to be effective for my clients. The paperwork, liability, scams, profit loss, and limited marketing make selling by owner a path filled with potential pitfalls at every turn. And it’s not just me; the data backs me up.

Real Honest Fact: the average "For Sale By Owner" home sells up to 17-26% LESS than agent-assisted homes.

Before you decide to sell your home yourself, give me a call. I'd love to help answer any questions you may have about the process and how you can protect yourself.

29/08/2022

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY ✨

Let's talk about growing pains. Much like with most things in life, change will come with a feeling ... many feelings at various points in the journey, and not always good ones.

If we think about exercise, when you take a break from physical activity, and you get back into it again, you may feel tightness over the next few days — you are growing, after having stretched your muscles through certain repetitive moments.

Growth isn't always easy and it isn't always fun — it can be boring and monotonous in the hardest moments, but it is always worth it every time you see the results.

Stay the course and maintain your belief and conviction to get through the discomfort and GROW.

28/08/2022

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When purchasing a home, everyone knows you need a down payment, but many people don't realize that in addition to your down payment, more funds are needed to cover your closing costs. Closing costs are fees that can include title insurance, tax and utility reimbursements, transfer tax, conveyancing fees, and miscellaneous smaller fees for services like notaries and wire transfers. If you are getting a mortgage, your lender could also require funds to be held in escrow for taxes and insurance, and charge underwriting and application fees. This may all sound like real-estate slang, so let me break it down for you...

How much should you budget for closing costs? I typically tell my buyers to budget anywhere between 3-4% of the price of the home. Here is a quick breakdown of what you may need to factor into your total out-of-pocket when buying a home:

Appraisal fee: $400-500
Underwriting and application fees: $1000-$2000
Title insurance: 0.5-1% of the purchase price
Transfer tax: 1-2.5% of the loan (this is sometimes split between buyer and seller)
Mortgage insurance: 0.5-1.5% of the loan (if applicable)
Prepaids: typically a full year of your property taxes and homeowners insurance are required upfront)
Any HOA/condo fees or capital contributions

As home prices and interest rates continue to rise, it's more important than ever to make sure your plan includes budgeting for closing costs. Keep in mind that these fees vary depending on location, loan program, and lender.

If you're thinking about buying and wondering what your total out-of-pocket cost might be, send me a message I would be happy to put together an estimate for you!

27/08/2022

Everyone who says you can't buy happiness clearly never owned a vacation home!

Looking for a beach house, mountain house, or ski chalet? Let’s talk! I have an extensive network of top agents that I work with all over the globe. I would love nothing more than to help you find your "happiness!"

Where would your dream vacation home be?

25/08/2022

Although it may seem to make sense to talk to your bank or current mortgage company about getting pre-approved, it may not be your best option.

When you are shopping for a good lender, it's important to consider all options, including local credit unions and mortgage brokers. A lender can make or break a transaction, and a bad lender can very easily make the entire process a nightmare ... even causing the deal to fall apart at the last second (and risk losing a deposit).

It's also important to compare interest rates, loan terms, down payment requirements, closing costs, and other fees between a few different lenders.

Need some recommendations? I have a few key lenders I work with regularly whom I trust to make the transaction seamless and stress-free, with the best loan products. I'd be happy to share!

24/08/2022

One of my favorite parts about late summer and early fall are all of the outdoor activities! Especially those connected to a community cause.

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