Video. Like it? It seems to be the wave of the future. I'm going to start posting short video clips, once a week or so, with me talking about some local Southeast Texas residential real estate topics.

If you have any questions about homes sales in Southeast Texas or residential real estate in general send them my way. Its easy. Just comment below. I will try to answer any real estate questions that are asked here on the blog.

Thanks for watching my "what's my home worth" video.
Diane

Did you miss it? I took a break from the Blog for the summer but I'm back.

What better way to return than to share the new Coldwell Banker commercial!

Are you attending Dogtoberfest Saturday, October 13th? Coldwell Banker Southern Homes will be there with a prizes and an all new Agility course. Need more information? Text me.

This technology is the newest and coolest thing to happen to real estate marketing in a long time.  Take a look at how the Matterport Camera allows you to see a home like never before from your computer screen, smart phone or tablet.  

Just listed 7710 Windchase in the Westchase neighborhood in the Westend of Beaumont.  This home offers everything many discriminating buyers ask for.  5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, plus an office, plus a bonus room, with a swimming pool and spa, and an outdoor kitchen.  

Take a look!

If you are thinking of selling your home, let's talk.  I can show you how the Matterport camera and some other strategic marketing techniques will help you sell your home for the best price possible in a time frame that suits your needs.

Sincerely,

Diane

Sometimes a listing that should sell quickly doesn't.  

This is a remodeled, move in ready home just off Tram Road in Beaumont.  It has 1542 square feet of heated and cooled living space.  It has 1/3 of an acre.  It has a workshop/storeage building in the back.  The architectural shingle roof was put on in 2017.  

There should be a line of buyers waiting to buy this one.  

Share with anyone you know who's looking for a home that's under $110,000.  Contact me for an appointment to go see it.  

Sincerely,

Diane

How do you choose a top Realtor?   There are a few simple things to check before you choose a real estate agent.

1.   How long has the Realtor been in the real estate business?  The longer the better.  The more contracts they have written and homes they have sold has added to their knowledge and experience.  Look for an agent who's been in the business at least five years and has sold over 100 homes.  I've been helping people buy and sell homes for about 18 years and have written hundreds of contracts. 
2.  Is the Realtor a Relocation Certified Agent?  Relocation agents are chosen by their brokers because they are the top agents in their office.  Relocation agents take extra training and meet high customer satisfaction goals.  I've been a Relocation Agent for over 10 years.  I work with Cartus clients, Brookfield clients, Weichart clients and several others.
3.  What do past clients say about the Realtor?  We live in a world of reviews.  If you agent can't show you good reviews from past clients you might need to look around for another agent.  

If you are thinking about selling a home in Southeast Texas and you are looking to talk to a top Realtor, please call me.  Text me if you prefer to text.  I'm always available to discuss real estate and the ways I can help you sell your home. 

Sincerely,

Diane

Home Sales in the 1st Quarter of 2018 

• 225 Homes were sold.  4.3% less than the 1st Q of 2017
• Median price was $149,950.  That's an 11.1% increase from the 1st Q of 2017.
• Inventory is very low at only 2.2 months supply.   Balanced markets have about 6 months supply.

Takeaways for buyers: 

There is a lot of competition for the limited number of homes on the market.  You will want to know as soon as a new home hits the MLS.  Your Realtor can set up a listing notifier for you.  Be prepared to see a home in the first day or two its on the market if you want to have a chance at getting the home.  Be prepared to come in at your best offer and in some cases be ready for to compete in a multiple offer situation.

Takeaways for sellers:  

If you are considering selling your home this is a great time.  There are more buyers in the market for "move in ready" homes than there are homes available.  Its a sellers market.  What to find out what the value of your home is in this market, call me.  A professional market analysis is a service I provide.  No cost or obligation to list.   If you have real estate questions, I'm happy to help. 

Sincerely,

Diane

I recently listed a home in Wexford Park, in Vidor.  You could say the exterior was a little bland and lacking eye catching curb appeal.  But the seller called in some landscaping professionals and "ta da".  What a change a little landscaping makes.  

 1755 Galway is a three bedroom, 2 bath home.  For sale for $159,900.   If you would like more information on this home or want to schedule an appointment to see it, call me 409-504-9097. 

If you are thinking about selling a home in Southeast Texas and want a strategy to help it sell for top dollar in the least amount of time possible, call, text or email me.  I've been helping clients buy and sell homes in Southeast Texas for over a decade.  I'm a multi-million dollar producing agent and member of Coldwell Bankers Diamond Society for top sales performance.  I can help you sell your home. 

Sincerely,

Diane

It is safe to say home prices in all parts of Orange County, Texas are still being affected by Hurricane Harvey.  More than half of the homes that closed in the month of February were sold for less than $100,000. 

What this image doesn't show is the number of flooded and gutted homes that sold vs the number of move in ready homes that sold.  Here's some other Orange County Homes Sales Stats:

• Home prices are down 21% from last February 
• The number of homes that closed this February is also down 21% from last February
• The number of homes for sale is also down 21%.  

For buyers its a hard time to find a "move in ready" home in Orangefield, Vidor, Little Cypress and Mauriceville.   Seven months since Hurricane Harvey flooded close to 80% of the homes people are still rebuilding.  That limits the availability of homes for sale.  We are just now seeing the first remodeled and repaired homes hitting the market.   

If you are planing to buy or sell a home in any Orange County neighbor, I'm happy to help.  

Sincerely,

Diane

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