Gini Howerton, Realtor with NextHome BCS

Gini Howerton, Realtor with NextHome BCS I help investors grow, owners simplify management, and buyers/sellers make smart moves across the Brazos Valley.

Real estate agent and property manager based in Bryan/College Station, Texas, serving the surrounding cities in the Brazos Valley. Licensed since 2017.

$7M+ in closed sales volume
65+ doors under management and growing
Property Manager for NextHome Property Management
Agent with NextHome Realty Solutions ( #1 in Texas, Top 10 nationally)

I work with:
Investors building and scaling rental portfolios
Out-of-town owners who need reliable, local management
Buyers and sellers who want clear guidance and strong ex*****on

My focus is simple: keep things running smoothly, communicate clearly, and help you make decisions that actually make sense for your goals—whether that’s one property or a full portfolio.

📲 View available rentals or message me to talk about buying, selling, or management

09/18/2026

This week has been a lesson in patience, strategy and knowing when to keep negotiating.

My investor had four nearly identical properties to choose from. Three were listed at the same price, while the fourth came on the market $14,000 lower and in better condition.

We submitted offers on three of them. One was immediately rejected, one received a counter that still didn’t work for my buyer, and the third seller was willing to keep the conversation going.

That’s why a low offer shouldn’t automatically be treated as an insult. It may be based on the property’s condition, the current competition and the buyer’s other options.

A seller certainly doesn’t have to accept it, but having a knowledgeable local listing agent who can evaluate the full picture and negotiate strategically can make all the difference.

After several offers, counters and a whole lot of back-and-forth, it looks like we may finally have a deal. Fingers crossed. 🤞

08/29/2026

Well, vacation is officially over. Scottsdale was wonderful, the pool cabana was everything I needed it to be, and then I came home to the real world. 😂

And the real world wasted absolutely no time.

Since I’ve been back, I’ve worked through investor strategy, lease questions, an extended guest request, owner payments, renewals, maintenance issues and all the other random things that land on a property manager’s desk.

The funny thing is, most of those situations don’t have a simple yes-or-no answer. You have to look at the lease, the property, the documentation, the market and the circumstances, then make the best decision with the information you have.

That’s a huge part of this job that people don’t always see.

So yes, I miss Scottsdale.

But I’m back. The inbox is under control. And apparently my brain still works after several days by the pool. 🫣😂

I’ve heard that the best way to get a sign to stop rattling around in the back of your car is to put it in front of anot...
07/23/2026

I’ve heard that the best way to get a sign to stop rattling around in the back of your car is to put it in front of another listing! 🧡🐶🏡

📍15257 Still Water Meadow Loop
💲$2,450/month
🛏️ 4 Beds
🛁 3 Baths
📐 1,950

🏡 Brand New Home for Lease in Creek Meadows!

Be the very first to call this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bath home yours! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Creek Meadows, this thoughtfully designed home offers nearly 2,000 square feet with the primary suite conveniently located downstairs.

You’ll love the bright, open floor plan featuring luxury vinyl plank flooring, a gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The spacious primary suite includes dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and a large walk-in closet.

Even better? The refrigerator, washer, and dryer are all included, making your move that much easier. Additional features include a tankless water heater, built-in mud bench, two-car garage, and modern finishes throughout.

📍 Conveniently located near schools, shopping, restaurants, and everything College Station has to offer.

📩 Message me today for pricing, availability, or to schedule your private tour!

The property checked a lot of the right boxes.It was renovated, attractively priced, tucked into a quiet area and locate...
07/21/2026

The property checked a lot of the right boxes.

It was renovated, attractively priced, tucked into a quiet area and located on the Texas A&M bus route. But once we looked beyond the updates, the investment started to tell a different story.

Previous foundation work raised questions. A special assessment had increased the HOA expense. There were signs of deferred maintenance, and realistic market rent wasn’t enough to comfortably support the mortgage, HOA costs, potential vacancy and repair risk.

My client wanted to keep exploring the property, so we did. As we gathered more information, he reached his own conclusion and chose to walk away.

That wasn’t a failed transaction. It was due diligence doing exactly what it was supposed to do.

Read the full story here: [https://ginihowerton.realtysolutionsbcs.com/blog/574/Why+I+Advised+My+Investor+to+Walk+Away+From+a+Renovated+Property]

07/12/2026

I was making tea this afternoon while a thunderstorm rolled through, and I almost didn’t post the video.

Just because it was filmed in my very ordinary kitchen.

Original countertops. Dark cabinets. Bright green walls. An old white refrigerator.

Not exactly what social media tells us a successful real estate agent’s kitchen should look like.

But then I started looking around.

My mom picked these countertops and cabinets when she built this house.

My granddad bought that refrigerator, loaded it into his truck, and installed it himself while he was in his 80s and my husband was working two jobs, while I was pregnant with twins.

The giant chalkboard on the wall was command central for years. Football practice, school events, appointments, grocery lists, and enough dinner menus to feed four growing boys.

The green paint came later, when we realized we loved this home enough to build onto it instead of leaving it.

I help people buy and sell homes every day, and I can absolutely appreciate a beautiful kitchen. But I also think we’ve become so focused on finishes that we forget what a home is really for.

The memories are the luxury.

The fingerprints on the cabinets. The refrigerator that’s been there longer than some marriages. The place where your kids learned to bake cookies, where grandparents stopped by, where birthdays were celebrated, and ordinary Tuesday nights quietly became part of your family’s story.

Those things don’t show up on a listing sheet.

But they’re the reason a house becomes a home.

❤️

07/11/2026

Several months ago, our broker challenged us to create content every day for 66 days.

I expected to learn more about social media. I didn’t expect to become more confident, find my voice, and realize that I actually enjoy sharing more than just the polished real estate side of my life.

The challenge is officially over, but I’m sticking around.

There will still be plenty of real estate, property management, investing, and tenant stories that sound too ridiculous to be true.

But there will also be perfume, ch*****ne, marriage, life after full-time parenting, and whatever this next chapter brings.

Thank you to everyone who encouraged me, shared my posts, sent a kind message, or simply kept watching.

Here’s to day 67. 🥂

The longer I work in real estate and property management, the less impressed I am by quick answers.Most situations look ...
07/09/2026

The longer I work in real estate and property management, the less impressed I am by quick answers.

Most situations look simple at first.

Is this home a good deal?
Will this rental cash flow?
Should this repair be handled now?
Is this price realistic?

Usually, the answer depends on what is hiding underneath the first question.

The numbers. The history. The documents. The condition. The timing. The part of the story no one mentioned yet.

Experience doesn't mean knowing everything immediately. It means knowing what needs a closer look before giving advice.

I wrote more about how experience changes the way you evaluate real estate decisions here:

[https://ginihowerton.realtysolutionsbcs.com/blog/556/What+Experience+Changes+About+the+Way+You+See+Real+Estate]

I talk to potential buyers all the time who assume they’re not ready.They’ve heard they need 20% down, perfect credit, n...
07/08/2026

I talk to potential buyers all the time who assume they’re not ready.

They’ve heard they need 20% down, perfect credit, no debt, and a huge amount of cash saved before they can even start to look.

But that’s not always the case.

The same goes for investors. One loan option may work well for one property and make absolutely no sense for another. The payment, projected rent, reserves, and long-term plan all need to work together.

The first step isn’t finding the perfect house.

It’s getting real numbers, understanding your options, and figuring out what makes sense for you.

Thinking about buying a home or investment property in Bryan/College Station? Send me a message. I’m happy to help you figure out where to start.

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3020 Barron Road Suite 172
College Station, TX
77845

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