real estate in granbury texas: Real Estate Legend, Shirley Hooks Passes
- 01/16/24 10:53 AM
One of our long-time, local real estate brokers, Shirley Hooks recently passed. She forged the real estate community in our area for many decades. Not only was she a force in real estate, she was instrumental as a major philanthropist and community leader on many fronts. Shirley, who was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bill, owned and operated the Century 21 office on our Square. They purchased the iconic building on N. Crockett Street and ran their real estate business from it for many years. Both Bill and Shirley made a lasting impact on our town and both are extremely … (11 comments)
real estate in granbury texas: Caring for the Empty Listing
- 07/27/23 03:11 PM
We have all had those empty and vacant listings. Sometimes the home first comes on the market fully furnished and then due to relocations or other reasons, the home becomes vacant. This means the clients are most likely not able to come and check the home on a regular basis. Empty listings do require a bit more work for the listing agent. I've created a quick "To-Do" list for caring for the empty home. 1. Consider staging the home. You can choose to lightly stage or choose some of the main rooms to furnish and stage. This is important to show the home … (7 comments)
real estate in granbury texas: Oops ~ This Investor Got Stung
- 09/13/21 02:36 PM
While recently assisting a buyer for a home, during the inspection, several large ticket items reared their ugly heads. The roof, the HVAC, and several appliances needed some serious remediation. After a discussion with our Inspector, we determined how we would go back to the Seller to negotiate repairs. The Listing Agent let me know very quickly that the owner/Investor of this home had not owned the home long enough to file a claim on the roof (which clearly is in need of an entirely new roof). Therefore, the Investor was going to lose money. They offered us $1,000 in lieu of … (24 comments)
real estate in granbury texas: Selling Your Home is Like the Dating Game
- 08/30/21 07:35 AM
This weekend when I was on a listing appointment and we were discussing how I was going to market his home. We discussed the main points regarding how to show the home in the best possible manner. As we were talking, it occurred to me that selling a home is a lot like the dating game. Let me explain: 1. Preparation: Just like dating, it is important if you want to be seen in the best possible light to considerer what you want to wear and to clean up a bit. When you are ready to sell your home, you also need it … (43 comments)
real estate in granbury texas: Real Estate in Granbury, Texas
- 01/15/21 10:14 AM
Granbury, Texas has been voted by US Today as the Best Historic Small town for two years in a row! Yep, we are mighty proud of our great little town as we know it is THE place to be. Located just 35 miles from Fort Worth, Texas, this little gem offers something for everyone. Our housing market is brisk. So much so that we are at an all-time low of housing inventory at 1.7 months. We are seeing people from all over the country coming to Granbury. When we ask them, "why Granbury" the majority says they are seeking an escape from … (10 comments)
real estate in granbury texas: Fall Harvest ~ Listing Extravaganza
- 09/28/20 11:29 AM
Fall Harvest ~ Listing Extravaganza Hey Y'all! It's finally Fall and here in Granbury, Texas, we need listings like crazy! Our available months of inventory is approaching below 2 months! Yikes! That means we are on the hunt for Sellers.
Fall is a great time to list your home as many families want to be in a new home by the holidays. Also, when you are out showing and viewing homes, the cooler Fall temperatures are alluring to buyers. If you have ever considered listing your home, here are some tips and tricks:
1. Gussy up that front elevation of your house. Powerwash, clean … (9 comments)
One of our long-time, local real estate brokers, Shirley Hooks recently passed. She forged the real estate community in our area for many decades. Not only was she a force in real estate, she was instrumental as a major philanthropist and community leader on many fronts.
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