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Episode 8: Our First Deals in Real Estate

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Welcome to episode 8 with the Better Together Realty Group.  Today we are going to tell the stories of our first deals in real estate.   Dayna’s First Deal: My first deal was kind of fun. It came from a friend at the gym where I teach yoga classes. She was a first time home buyer and it was my first deal, so we were both excited, nervous, and eager. It went pretty well. We probably saw more houses than we needed too, but it was a learning experience for both of us. One positive thing from the whole transaction was working with a lender and title company that was very supportive. We had a great working relationship with them so it made the transaction go very smooth.  Haleigh’s first Deal: My very first deal in real estate was kind of picture perfect. I was the only person in the office on this day. The phone kept ringing and I didn’t know what to do, so I just answered it. The person on the other end wanted to see 123 Main St. and I’m ready to buy a house. I thought, Oh my goodne
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Episode 7: 5 Things To Know As a First Time Home Buyer

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Hey! Welcome to episode 7 of the Better Together Realty Group. Today we are talking first time home buyers.   Our awesome buyer specialists, Colton and Dayna, are going to share the 5 things you need to know as a first time home buyer. First thing to know: The first thing you need to know is the upfront cost and your budget. We have a great resource for you. We have an upfront cost sheet that we give to all of our buyers that talks about option money, earnest money, inspection fees, and appraisals. All of that stuff is going to do be due within that first week that you are under contract. You need to have all that money ready and available as soon as we start looking.  Second thing to know: The second thing you need to know is how to put your hard earned money and saved money to work for you. The first thing when you buy a house, that you need to think about, is what that down payment going to be. When you do make the down payment, it is going into the value of the home and crea
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Episode 6: Goals Check In

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Hey! Welcome to Episode 6 of the Better Together Realty Group.  Today Dayna, Colton and my self are going to talk about goals and those new years resolutions. We’re a few months into 2021 now, so how are you doing with all them? Dayna’s Goals: My business goals, I want to be able to double what I did last year. Last year was my first year in real estate, so I’m shooting high this year, trying to double my production. Send me your referrals. I’m happy to help.  My personal goals, just seeking balance with health, nutrition, my kids, being active and fit and healthy. Just trying to seek balance with all those things this year.  Haleigh’s Goals:  For the business goals, as a team, we are doing really well. We are hitting some numbers, but we have a big goal this year. We want to help 72 families with their real estate needs, whether it’s buying or selling. We would love for you to be apart of that. Send us more referrals so that we can help all of those families and hit all of our
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Episode 5: To list or not to list before putting in an offer

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  So the question is, should you put an offer on a new home, before you list your current home? It’s a big question and we’re here to help you try to answer that today.  A couple of different things come into play: What’s your time frame?  Are you under pressure? Do you have to move? Is your job relocating? Do you need to sell your house quick? Are you trying to downsize? Are you just curious and wanting to get the most out of your house you can get?   Now is the time to get the most out of your equity.   Let’s talk about the first thing. If you are under 300K in Ellis County right now they are selling fast. We’re talking zero to seven days average on market.  A lot of that time is just due to all the multiple offers and agents trying to get through them and pick the right one.  If you are in that price point and you are going to list under 300K, what we suggest is that we get your home completely ready to list. We’re going to actually present an incoming MLS sheet with your offer t
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Episode 4: How to Choose a Buyer’s Agent

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Welcome to episode 4 of the Better Together Realty Group.  Today we are talking about buyers agents and how you find one. Who do you work with? There are so many great agents out there and it can be overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you know which one to go with? Luckily for you, we have 2 amazing buyer specialists on our team and today Colton and Dayna are going to tell you a little bit about what they do to set themselves apart and help you with the process Dayna: I am here to let you know a few things to look for when you’re selecting a buyers agent. First, I think it’s really important that your buyers agent is knowledgeable of the market, the current market, and the buying process. Also, I am a buyers agent, I think it’s very important to be a good listener, available, and know what your clients needs are.   Colton: You want to make sure you have someone who will take care of you in the best way possible. One of the services that we provide is a needs determination. P
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Episode 3: Our Favorite Local Restaurants in Midlothian TX

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Hey everyone! Welcome to episode 3 of the Better Together Realty Group.  What good does it do to purchase a home if you have no idea where to eat?! We’re going to talk about food and our favorite restaurants in Midlothian, Ellis county, Waxahachie, and Mansfield. Here are our favorite places to eat: Dayna’s Pick's 1. Branded Burger in downtown is fabulous, If you are looking for a good burger and french fries- Branded Burger in downtown is fabulous.  2. Hibachios-  Off of main st. in midlothian is wonderful!  Great sushi and food and It has a perfect patio! 3. The Lighthouse Coffee Shop- if you’re looking for coffee, breakfast sandwiches, salads this is a must try! 4. Villa Italiano- all of the Italian staples, pasta, pizza, bread and also BYOB wine, all the good stuff! Colton’s Picks: 1. Hearth Cafe (in Mansfield)-delicious food, great coffee, great breakfast food, and they do serve lunch and dinner a few nights a week. 2. Ellis County BBQ, here in midlothian is really good
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Episode 2: Where To Searching For A Home?

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Hey Everyone! Welcome to Episode 2, today we’re going to answer the question: Where do we start looking for a home? It’s really confusing and very overwhelming, especially in this market. Where do you even start?  We have 4 little tips to help you out.  First, we want you to call us! 972-544-7305.  Second, we’re going talk about your budget.  Third, your time frame of everything. Fourth, download our app that will help you find those homes.  Budget: We need to know what we’re working with. We need to know your budget so we want to get you set up a lender. We have a few preferred ones we can get you set up with. They will talk to you about financing, the pre approval process, and then you can get back with us while we begin looking for your dream home.  Time Frame: The next step in the process is your time frame. When are you looking to actually be in your new home? There are many things that come into play throughout the transaction. Knowing that closing date is going to b
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