Ashley Hurlburt Beaumont, TX Realtor RE/MAX ONE

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๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿก WAITโ€ฆ I need money for WHAT at closing?! ๐Ÿ˜ณOne of the biggest surprises I see with homebuyers โ€” especially first-time ...
09/25/2026

๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿก WAITโ€ฆ I need money for WHAT at closing?! ๐Ÿ˜ณ

One of the biggest surprises I see with homebuyers โ€” especially first-time buyers โ€” is realizing thereโ€™s more to budget for than just the down payment.

Enter: CLOSING COSTS. ๐Ÿ”‘

Closing costs can include things like:

โœ”๏ธ Lender & loan fees
โœ”๏ธ Appraisal
โœ”๏ธ Title fees
โœ”๏ธ Homeowners insurance
โœ”๏ธ Prepaid taxes & insurance
โœ”๏ธ Other costs associated with getting you to the closing table

Depending on your loan and situation, these costs can add up โ€” which is why I always want my buyers to KNOW THEIR NUMBERS before they fall in love with a house! โค๏ธ๐Ÿก

But hereโ€™s the good newsโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

In some transactions, we may be able to negotiate for the SELLER to contribute toward your closing costs. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ That can make a BIG difference in how much cash you need to bring to closing.

The goal isnโ€™t for closing day to come with a bunch of surprises. It should come with excitement, a set of keys and a BIG smile! ๐Ÿ”‘๐ŸŽ‰

Thinking about buying but have no clue how much money you actually need to get started?

๐Ÿ“ฒ Message me! I can connect you with a great local lender, help you understand the process, and get a game plan together โ€” you may be closer to buying than you think! ๐Ÿกโค๏ธ

POV: Youโ€™re house hunting in September ๐Ÿ‚๐ŸกThe summer rush is slowing down, the weather is finally thinking about cooling ...
09/24/2026

POV: Youโ€™re house hunting in September ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿก

The summer rush is slowing down, the weather is finally thinking about cooling off, and you might just have a little more breathing room to find the one. ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ”‘

There are actually some BIG perks to buying a home in September:

๐Ÿ Less buyer competition โ€” Fewer people may be fighting over the same house.

๐Ÿ’ฐ More negotiating power โ€” Sellers who have been on the market through summer may be more willing to negotiate on price, repairs, or concessions.

๐Ÿก Motivated sellers โ€” Sellers wanting to move before the holidays or end of the year may be ready to make a deal.

โฐ More time to make decisions โ€” Less competition can mean less pressure to make a rushed offer.

๐ŸŽ„ Get settled before the holidays โ€” Buy now and you could be decorating YOUR new home by Christmas!

September might not get the hype that spring does, but that can be exactly what makes it a great time to buy. ๐Ÿ˜‰

Thinking about making a move this fall? Letโ€™s go house hunting! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ”‘

๐Ÿ“ฒ Message me and letโ€™s find the one!

๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’ณ Think your credit has to be PERFECT to buy a house? Think again!One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from potenti...
09/23/2026

๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’ณ Think your credit has to be PERFECT to buy a house? Think again!

One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from potential buyers is:
โ€œMy credit probably isnโ€™t good enough to buy yet.โ€

But you might be surprised! ๐Ÿ‘€

Hereโ€™s a general idea of how credit scores can affect your options:

โœจ 740+ โ€” Excellent! Typically puts you in a strong position for competitive rates.
โœจ 700โ€“739 โ€” Very good! Plenty of financing options may be available.
โœจ 640โ€“699 โ€” Donโ€™t count yourself out! There may still be several loan programs to consider.
โœจ 580โ€“639 โ€” Homeownership may STILL be possible depending on the loan program and your overall financial picture.

And remember โ€” your credit score is only ONE piece of the puzzle. Income, debt, down payment, loan type and other factors all come into play.

The biggest mistake? Waiting because you assume you canโ€™t qualify.

Talk to a trusted lender, find out where you actually stand, and make a plan from there. Sometimes youโ€™re closer to buying a home than you think! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ”‘โค๏ธ

And if you need a great local lender to help you figure out your next step, Iโ€™ve got you covered. ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ

๐Ÿ“ฒ DM me and letโ€™s get you started!

๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿก Thereโ€™s just something about a FIREPLACEโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ‚It may not be the biggest feature in a home, but it can completely change ...
09/21/2026

๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿก Thereโ€™s just something about a FIREPLACEโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ‚

It may not be the biggest feature in a home, but it can completely change how a room feels. โค๏ธ

Picture itโ€ฆ

๐ŸŽ„ Stockings hanging from the mantle on Christmas morning
โ˜•๏ธ Hot cocoa on a chilly night
๐Ÿˆ Football playing while the fire is going
๐ŸŽฌ Family movie nights curled up on the couch
โœจ A beautifully decorated mantle for every season

A fireplace doesnโ€™t just add character โ€” it helps buyers picture themselves LIVING there. And that emotional connection matters!

If youโ€™re selling a home with a fireplace, show it off! Style the mantle, make it a focal point in your listing photos, and let buyers imagine all those cozy moments for themselves. ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿก

And if youโ€™re house hunting, donโ€™t underestimate those little details that make you walk in and thinkโ€ฆ

โ€œYep. This feels like home.โ€ โค๏ธ

Now I need to knowโ€ฆ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

๐Ÿ”ฅ WOOD-BURNING or GAS? ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Iโ€™m picking wood-burning ALL DAY โ€” give me the crackling fire and the whole cozy experience! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ‚

๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ’ฐ September = the perfect time for a little financial reset!Before the holidays sneak up on us (because somehow they AL...
09/18/2026

๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ’ฐ September = the perfect time for a little financial reset!

Before the holidays sneak up on us (because somehow they ALWAYS do ๐Ÿ˜…๐ŸŽ„), here are 4 smart money moves worth checking off your list this month:

๐Ÿก Shop your homeowners insurance โ€” rates change, and a quick comparison could mean real savings.

โ„๏ธ Schedule an HVAC check โ€” a little maintenance now could save you from a BIG repair later.

๐ŸŽ Start that holiday fund โ€” even a little each week adds up and makes December a whole lot less stressful!

๐Ÿ”‘ Thinking about buying? Talk to a lender NOW. Knowing your numbers, loan options and buying power BEFORE you find the house puts you in a much better position when the right one comes along.

Nothing complicated. Just a few smart moves now that your future self may be VERY thankful for. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ Which one are you tackling first?

And if buying or selling a home is part of your financial plan this fall, you know who to call! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿกโค๏ธ

๐Ÿกโœจ Thinking about BUILDING your dream home? Before you start picking out countertops and saving 847 Pinterest photos ๐Ÿ˜‚โ€ฆ ...
09/16/2026

๐Ÿกโœจ Thinking about BUILDING your dream home? Before you start picking out countertops and saving 847 Pinterest photos ๐Ÿ˜‚โ€ฆ there are a few things you need to know!

๐Ÿ”จ Start with the floor plan.
Pretty finishes are fun, but make sure the home actually works for the way your family LIVES.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Spend your money where it matters.
Structural upgrades now. Light fixtures later. Some things are MUCH easier (and cheaper!) to change after you move in.

๐Ÿ’ก Plan your lighting & outlets EARLY.
Think recessed lighting, dimmers, outdoor outlets, TV placement, Christmas lights ๐ŸŽ„โ€ฆ all those little things youโ€™ll be glad you thought about!

๐Ÿ“ Choose your LOT carefully.
Location within the neighborhood, drainage, neighboring lots, future development and resale value all matter.

๐Ÿ” YES, get an inspection!
Brand new does NOT mean perfect. Having an independent inspection before closing is always a smart move.

And one more thing people sometimes donโ€™t realizeโ€ฆ you can have your own REALTORยฎ representing YOU when you build! ๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿก

There are a LOT of decisions between โ€œwe want to buildโ€ and closing day. Having someone in your corner from the beginning can make all the difference.

Thinking about building in Southeast Texas? Call me BEFORE you visit the builder! ๐Ÿ“ฒ๐Ÿ˜‰ Letโ€™s make sure you have someone looking out for you from day one. โค๏ธ

๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿˆ GEAUX TIGERSโ€ฆ and GEAUX find your next HOME! ๐ŸกEvery winning team needs a good playbook โ€” and real estate is no diffe...
09/14/2026

๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿˆ GEAUX TIGERSโ€ฆ and GEAUX find your next HOME! ๐Ÿก

Every winning team needs a good playbook โ€” and real estate is no different!

Whether youโ€™re buying or selling, having the right game plan can be the difference between a touchdown and a turnover. ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

๐Ÿˆ Get pre-approved โ€” know your budget before you start house hunting.
๐Ÿก Price it right โ€” sellers, the right price gets buyers through the door.
โœจ Make a great first impression โ€” presentation matters!
๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿผ Negotiate smart โ€” this is where having the right agent in your corner REALLY counts.
๐Ÿ”‘ CLOSING DAY โ€” TOUCHDOWN! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

You wouldnโ€™t head into Death Valley without a game planโ€ฆ so donโ€™t head into the real estate market without one either! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›

If buying or selling is on your fall lineup, letโ€™s huddle up and make a plan!

And most importantlyโ€ฆ

GEAUX TIGERS! ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿˆ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ We will never forget. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธToday, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the incredible...
09/11/2026

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ We will never forget. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to honor the incredible courage of the first responders, service members, and everyday Americans who stepped forward in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

We remember the families whose lives were forever changed. โค๏ธ

We remember the heroes who ran toward danger. ๐Ÿค

And we remember the way our country came together in the days that followed. ๐Ÿ’™

May we continue to honor their memory with kindness, courage, gratitude, and unity.

September 11, 2001 โ€” Never Forget. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

๐Ÿก๐Ÿ‘€ Ever see a FOR SALE sign go upโ€ฆ and what feels like five minutes later it says UNDER CONTRACT?!Itโ€™s easy to think, โ€œT...
09/10/2026

๐Ÿก๐Ÿ‘€ Ever see a FOR SALE sign go upโ€ฆ and what feels like five minutes later it says UNDER CONTRACT?!

Itโ€™s easy to think, โ€œThey got lucky!โ€

But a lot of the time, itโ€™s not luck at all โ€” itโ€™s STRATEGY. ๐ŸŽฏ

๐Ÿ’ฐ PRICE IT RIGHT FROM DAY ONE
The first days on the market matter! The right price creates interest, gets buyers through the door, and puts your home in the best position from the start.

๐Ÿ“ธ MAKE BUYERS STOP SCROLLING
Professional photos, great presentation, strong marketing and maximum exposure matter. Your first showing usually happens ONLINE!

โœจ MAKE IT FEEL LIKE HOME
Decluttering, staging and a few strategic changes can help buyers walk in and immediately picture themselves living there.

๐Ÿ“Š KNOW YOUR COMPETITION
Itโ€™s not just about what sold six months ago. We need to know what buyers are choosing between RIGHT NOW.

And when the pricing, presentation and marketing all come together? Thatโ€™s when we get to put up my FAVORITE signโ€ฆ

UNDER CONTRACT! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿก๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Thinking about selling? Donโ€™t just stick a sign in the yard and hope for the best. Letโ€™s make a PLAN.

๐Ÿ“ฒ Message me and letโ€™s talk about what it would take to get YOUR home sold! โค๏ธ

๐Ÿช„๐Ÿก If you could wave a magic wand and change ONE thing about your homeโ€ฆ what would it be?Would you chooseโ€ฆโœจ A BIGGER kit...
09/09/2026

๐Ÿช„๐Ÿก If you could wave a magic wand and change ONE thing about your homeโ€ฆ what would it be?

Would you chooseโ€ฆ

โœจ A BIGGER kitchen with a huge island?
๐Ÿ‘— A dreamy walk-in closet?
๐Ÿ”ฅ A backyard made for entertaining?
๐Ÿ› An extra bathroom?
๐Ÿงบ A laundry room you actually LOVE?
๐Ÿš— More garage space?
๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ Or maybe that POOL youโ€™ve always wanted?

We all have that ONE thing we wish our house had! ๐Ÿ˜‚

And funny enough, those little โ€œI wishโ€ฆโ€ moments usually tell you exactly what matters most when itโ€™s time for your NEXT home. ๐Ÿ”‘โค๏ธ

So letโ€™s have some funโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‘‡ If you could change ONE thing about your house tomorrow, what would it be?

And if your answer is starting to sound more like a whole new houseโ€ฆ well, you know who to call. ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿก๐Ÿ”‘

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