A couple of days ago Iwas browsing the Waco Trib’s website and came across a news story about Midway ISD‘s interest in two parcels of land. About 28 acres off of old Temple Rd and a 56 acre plat off of Ritchie Rd. It appears Midway ISD is planning for future growth by securing land now. The superintendent said the land wi … [Read more...]
Real Estate Update – 2014
Yeah, I know... we all hate numbers. Speak for yourself! I live on numbers. After all, to have a successful transaction in real estate, it involves numbers, digits, dollar signs, etc... Buying or selling a home is such and emotional venture for anyone, but we can't forget about the numbers. After all, eventually it all … [Read more...]
Is Cash King? The Low-Down on Cash Homes Sales in the Waco Area
Soooo, I came across an article that was written about cash home sales in different parts of the country and quickly realized that I have NEVER ran similar numbers for our own area! So I did - I can't believe it took me this long to really dive into the "cash" arena of local home sales. Hopefully some of these … [Read more...]
Voters Narrowly Pass Robinson ISD Bond
After two previous attempts by Robinson ISD to pass a bond that would be used build a new intermediate school, on Saturday May 10th, voters, by a narrow margin, said yes to a $19.5 million bond that will be used to replace their current 50 year old school. The bond passed by a mere 19 votes. 1,037 votes for and 1,018 … [Read more...]
Waco Real Estate Update for 2012 Sales
If you're a numbers nerd (like me), then you'll love this! These stats are comprised of data found in our MLS system provided by the Waco Association of Realtors. Wow, it's been a crazy market the past several months (especially in Midway ISD). There seems to be a shortage of good listings. Great houses at … [Read more...]
Should You Trust the Zestimate?
As a licensed Realtor (and a tech head), I like to keep up with new gadgets, websites, and technologies (especially new tech that will help me and my clients). Now, first let me say, I'm not a huge fan of all these different website that provide a list of homes for sale. Often, I find completely out of date … [Read more...]
It’s Not About the MLS in Waco (or Anywhere Else for that Matter)
I'm ashamed. I'm ashamed of myself and I'm ashamed of my fellow Realtors. You see, I was at a listing appointment a few days ago and the seller asked, "Hey, when is my house going to on the market?" I told him, "FAST! I'll have in the MLS TONIGHT!" "So what's wrong with that?", you may ask. Plenty! I just put the … [Read more...]
The Truth About the Waco Real Estate Market
I won't lie, I'm a numbers freak. I love numbers, they tell me everything I need to know (and things I don't EVER want to know). I'm asked all the time: "How's the market?", "Should I sell now or wait?", "I'm I going to lose money on my house?", etc.... If you've been thinking about buying or selling a home, … [Read more...]
Homes for Sale: It’s NOT About the Curb Appeal! (Anymore)
I know, I know, "curb appeal" has been drilled into our heads over the years. Real estate agents have continually told us over and over that "you have to have great curb appeal" to sell your house.... Well I say, "bunkus!" Don't get me wrong, curb appeal is still important but not like it used to be. With the dawn … [Read more...]
As the Real Estate World Turns – True Real Estate Stories
Before I entered the world of real estate about 7 years ago, I worked in radio for a long time. Boy! You'd think that in the radio business I'd have some wild stories (and I do), but NOTHING compared to the stories in this business! Some good and some bad, but nevertheless, interesting. What's great about hearing … [Read more...]
