Laurie Brooks -Realtor, EXP Realty

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Laurie Brooks -Realtor, EXP Realty

Realtor with the Brooks Real Estate Group serving Boerne, San Antonio and surrounding areas

09/09/2026

The first is a home that took just under six months to sell. Contracts fell through more than once, for reasons that still do not fully add up. My sellers took every piece of advice I brought them and stayed understanding through all of it. We finally found the right buyer, and it turned out to be the smoothest part of the entire process.

The second is a family who loved where they lived, but not what surrounded them. They wanted more space and more land, room to actually live their lives outside the walls of their house. We started close to home and kept coming up short, so we widened the search. That meant going a little further out than they originally planned, and there was real hesitation about leaving a location they knew and loved. Then we found it. A place with everything they had been asking for, and more than they expected. What started as apprehension is now exactly the lifestyle they had been searching for.

Here is what this season keeps teaching me. Buyers right now have more options than they have had in a while, and more options make it harder to decide. That same abundance of choice is exactly why it is harder for sellers to stand out and sell.

Working both sides, buyers and sellers, in the same market gives me a perspective most people do not get. It is what lets me help my clients understand what they are actually up against, whichever side of the transaction they are on.

Grateful for clients who trust the process, on both ends of the deal.

08/07/2026

Two contracts fell apart before this one stuck.

We listed this Boerne home back in January, right as the market shifted under us. Rates climbed. Buyers got cautious. We lost one contract over an AC repair, got another, lost that one too, for reasons that still do not fully make sense.

Through all of it, my sellers never stopped trusting the process. Price adjustments, open houses, showings to other agents, we did everything within our control and stayed patient with the rest.

We finally have the right buyer, and it has been the smoothest part of this whole journey.

I am so grateful for clients who listen, trust the process, and stay understanding through the hard stretches. It is not something I take for granted.

07/14/2026

Boerne market update | July 2026

The summer market is picking up and the numbers are showing it.

Homes sold jumped from 95 to 97 and new listings increased from 138 to 156. More inventory coming in and more closings happening. Days on market dropped from 82 to 66, which tells me buyers who are ready are moving. Average sale price settled at $566,620 and price per square foot held at $227. Inventory did nudge up to 6.1 months, so buyers still have options.

Part of what is keeping buyers active is new construction. Builders are continuing to offer rate buydowns and incentives, and that is pulling people off the fence.

Year over year, homes sold are up 40% compared to June 2025. That is a significant shift. New listings are up 17% as well. But average sale price is down 2% and price per square foot is down 4% from this time last year. More activity, more inventory, but prices have softened compared to where we were a year ago.

This market is moving. But sellers need to understand that volume being up does not mean prices are climbing. Right home, right price, right preparation is still the formula that wins.

07/07/2026

This one meant more than most.

This family came to us through a referral from another first time buyer, one of the sweetest parts of this job. We go to church together. Their parents have poured into me and Brooks for years, so helping their kids buy their first home felt like coming full circle.

It wasn't a straight line to closing day though.

We went under contract on a home first, but once we started digging, some things about the house just didn't add up. We walked away. Then we pivoted to new construction, which came with its own learning curve. The first couple of builds weren't quite right, but we kept looking.

I have a great relationship with the sales agent on this one, which made all the difference. Still, new construction takes just as much advocacy as resale, sometimes more. The project manager and I didn't always agree, but I was thinking long term value for my clients the whole way through. That's the job. Fighting for the details that matter even when it's not the easy road.

We got everything sorted, and watching this family step into their first home, surrounded by people who've loved them for years, is exactly why I do this work.

If you know a first time buyer who needs someone in their corner, I'd be honored to help.

06/02/2026

May was full.

Four closings, four families, all relocations. Every single one came through someone who trusted me enough to pass my name along.

Each one had its own story, its own moving pieces, its own moments where the work behind the scenes mattered more than anything visible. That's the part I love most and the part nobody really sees.

Just really grateful for the people who trust me with something this big. Buying or selling a home in the middle of a life transition is no small thing. Getting to be part of that is a privilege.
Here's to a full May and the people who made it that way. 🤍

06/01/2026

Backs to a private rear setting with no rear neighbors. 3,288 square feet with room to spread out and a layout that actually works for how families live.

The kitchen has a large island, eat-in dining, and a walk-in pantry that handles real life. The primary suite is oversized with an updated bath, double vanities, soaking tub, and separate shower. Upstairs you have a game room and four well-sized bedrooms. Inside there is a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining, and multiple living areas that flex for entertaining, working from home, or just everyday family life.

Outside there is a covered patio and a backyard that genuinely gives you privacy.

New roof, new water heater, updated appliances, fresh paint, new carpet, crown molding, air purification system, updated baths, and upgraded flooring throughout.

Click the link for more information ⬇️
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05/21/2026

Single story condo living half a mile from downtown Boerne.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, no stairs, minimal maintenance, and a small private yard out back. Fresh paint, new carpet, and an open layout that just works.

Right off the walking trails at Old No. 9 and walkable to Main Street restaurants, coffee shops, and local events.

For the buyer who wants to spend more time enjoying Boerne and less time maintaining a home, this one is worth a look.

05/07/2026

Three contracts. Three completely different stories. 🤍

One couple closing the door on their chapter here in Texas, getting ready to start fresh somewhere new and when it came time to sell, the market showed up for them. One weekend of showings, multiple offers, and under contract in less than 30 days. That’s what the right strategy does.

One brand-new investor planting their first flag in the Texas market, building something bigger for their future. And one first-time buyer, officially a homeowner.

Each one came to me with a different goal, a different timeline, a different version of what “winning” looked like. My job wasn’t to treat them the same, it was to meet each of them exactly where they were.

And here’s what I want people to hear right now: yes, the market has shifted. Interest rates have changed the game, and the new construction space is moving differently because of it. But “slow market” doesn’t mean no market. It means you need someone who’s in it every single day, tracking the pockets that are moving, knowing which builders have room to negotiate, and making sure you’re not leaving anything on the table.

For two of these three, we went back and forth with builders and walked away with deals I’m genuinely proud of. That only happens when you have someone in your corner who’s paying attention.

I don’t take it lightly that people trust me with moments this big. Whether you’re buying your first home, building a portfolio, or turning a new page, I’m here for all of it.

If you or someone you know is trying to figure out what’s possible in this market, let’s talk. DM me or click the link in my bio to book a call.

05/06/2026

Just Listed at 120 W Hosack in downtown Boerne.

Over a third of an acre just off Main Street. Fully renovated with original character still intact. Four bedrooms, four baths, two living areas, and a layout that actually works for how families live.

The kitchen has a large island, custom cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The primary suite is tucked privately at the back. Upstairs you have a game room and two additional bedrooms. Outside there is a large deck, mature trees, and real yard space this close to downtown.

Walkable to Main Street and the kind of property that rarely comes available here.

04/24/2026

Just listed in Thousand Oaks ✨

4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, set on over a quarter acre backing to a greenbelt with no HOA. You’ll find privacy, mature trees, and a quiet, established feel that’s hard to find.

Inside, the layout is simple and functional with tall ceilings, natural light, and a main living area that flows easily into the kitchen and dining. A flexible downstairs bedroom works well for guests or an office, with the rest of the bedrooms upstairs for added separation.

If you’ve been looking for space in a well-established neighborhood with everyday convenience nearby, this one is worth a look.

Address

Boerne, TX

Website

http://BrooksRealEstateTx.com/

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