May Ching Lai, Realtor

05/27/2021

Thinking of taking the next BIG step with your partner?! 💑 We recommend clearing the air 🌬️ before starting your house-hunting journey 🏡

:::Things To Discuss:::

📐 Features: The number of bedrooms, bathrooms and layout can make a big difference in your day-to-day life. Does one of you want a larger suburban home to grow into and the other a low-maintenance bungalow in the city?

📍 Location & Lifestyle: What will commuting look like for each of you? Where are your interests and hobbies located, and do they differ?

💳 Credit Score: Does one of you have great credit and the other… well, not so much? Discuss how this could impact your homeownership goals.

You probably already know living together requires some compromise, which is why we recommend discussing these important factors before looking for a home that fits both your needs.

House-hunting with a partner? Comment below 👇 with the features that are on top of your list!

We can help you find homes in our area that fit BOTH your needs. Contact us today:
📲 559-312-0685
📧[email protected]

05/24/2021

“Empty Nesters!” 🕊️

📙 Definition: A parent whose children have grown and moved away from home.

If you’ve recently found yourself in this stage of life, you may be thinking about selling your family home and downsizing to a condo or small house to make things more manageable ⬇🏡

Which is great timing, because the real estate market has never been hotter and now is a great time to cash in on all that equity you’ve gained! 🤑

Check out our latest blog post for more info on what to consider before downsizing your home ➡️http://maylai.myagent.site/can-i-buy-or-sell-a-home-without-a-real-estate-agent/

💡 Looking for a professional you can trust to guide you through this next chapter in your real estate journey? Reach out to our team to schedule a free seller consultation! 📲

05/19/2021

Bridgeland, the top-selling master-planned community in Texas, considers Josey Lake its “crown jewel” as it perfectly embodies the community’s goal for nature and development to coexist in harmony and provide a healthier lifestyle.

Josey Lake’s edges are lined with plantings to provide natural habitats and preserve ecosystems for local wildlife. The shoreline’s three-mile walking trail includes signs describing the expansive ecosystem and sustainable features.

Contact us to find out more about this great master planned communities and the available homes on sale.

Josey Lake, Bridgeland’s 140-acre waterway, won the Urban Land Institute’s People’s Choice Award for the creative and thoughtful way it combines nature and development.

05/12/2021

Like a plant that’s outgrown its pot 🌱, you deserve a space that enables you to thrive in your new stage of life 🌼. But what does that look like? 🤔

Here are the top factors today’s buyers are looking for in their next home:

💍 COUPLES:
✔️ Affordability
✔️ Equity potential
✔️ Close proximity to work and play

👶 FAMILIES:
✔️ Room to grow
✔️ Functional space
✔️ Close proximity to quality schools

🕊️ EMPTY NESTERS:
✔️ Accessibility
✔️ Low maintenance
✔️ Close proximity to family, caregivers, and hobbies

So is it time to find a space that better fits your current stage of life? ⬆🏡⬇

Schedule a free consultation with us today!

05/04/2021

Well-maintained 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths with high ceiling and neutral color paint. High quality porcelain flooring throughout. Kitchen opens to the living room and the formal dining area comes with 42" cabinets. Refrigerator included.
House shares a stable power grid. It didn't lose any power at all during the widespread snow storm. Located in the highly acclaimed Cy-Fair ISD. Easy access to HWY 290, HWY 99 and just minutes away from Houston Premium Outlet.

15010 Rustler Gate Lane Cypress TX 77433 is listed for rent for $1,750. It is a 0.15 Acre(s) Lot, 1,824 SQFT, 3 Beds, 2 Full Bath(s) in Villages/Cypress Lakes Sec 30 30.

04/28/2021

Are you paying too much for property taxes? Make sure you file a protest to lower your appraisal value before May 17th, 2021.

Here are a few tips:

☑️ Appeal all your properties, including your primary homestead, even if they did not increase in value.

☑️ Include pictures in negotiating a property tax reduction. Pictures can show deferred maintenance such as rotten wood, peeling paint or cracks in sheetrock.

☑️ Construction bids can be helpful for damages that existed on January 1, 2021 or for substantial damages from the February 2021 freeze. Bids for items such as replacing rotten wood, painting, replacing carept or roof replacement are all helpful.

☑️ The governor declared the entire state a disaster area for the February Freeze. The new disaster exemption allows for a reduced valuation for property damaged in a disaster declared by the governor. The reduced value will be effective from February 12, 2021 through the end of 2021. The deadline to file for a disaster exemption is 105 days after the governor declared a disaster which is May 28, 2021.

☑️ Confirm you have your homestead exemption. You can check on the appraisal district website or simply just contact us if you need more information on this.

As always, we are here to help you with any property related help or advise. Be sure to reach out to us if you need more information on buying, selling or rental property.

04/20/2021

An agent can bring a lot of peace of mind during a major transaction, whether you are buying or selling 🏠 And our expertise can ultimately leave you with more cash in the bank 💰

But what if you feel competent you can handle a sale or purchase on your own? 💪

TIP 💡 make sure you thoroughly understand the work an agent does—and what you need to cover if you're representing yourself.

You can find out more details on our blog ➡️

But the BEST way to find out whether you need a real estate agent is to speak with one. Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation today! 📲

04/16/2021

We all like to save money 💰 However, when it comes to your largest financial asset 🏡, forgoing professional representation may not always be in your best interest. Here are some things to consider 🤔…

Buy/Sell with an Agent, if 👇

You want to save significant time and effort, minimize your personal risk, price your home effectively, and get help writing an offer/negotiating.

iBuyer or FSBO, only if 👇

You’re experienced with legal contracts and transactions, comfortable negotiating under high-stakes circumstances, and you’ve got plenty of extra time.

Bottom line ➡️ most buyers and sellers find the assistance of a real estate agent essential and invaluable. To learn which option is right for you, visit our blog:
We all like to save money 💰 However, when it comes to your largest financial asset 🏡, forgoing professional representation may not always be in your best interest. Here are some things to consider 🤔…

04/15/2021

The Houston market is not seeing any signs of slowing down anytime soon.

"Several overlapping market forces propelled us to a strong finish in March, between a lack of low-to-mid-range housing and aggressive high-end buying by consumers taking advantage of historically low interest rates,” said HAR Chairman Richard Miranda with Keller Williams Platinum. "The inventory shortage is causing stress for many folks. Hopefully we begin to see an uptick in new listings sooner than later.”

Read our complete home sales report here- http://bit.ly/HARUpdate.

04/08/2021

Look no further. This house is located at the highly soughted area in Cinco Ranch with good schools and easy access to Hwy 99.

Contact us for showings today!

04/05/2021

For Sale By Owner – aka FSBO 👇

In a seller’s market, you may be tempted to sell your home 🏡 yourself to save a little cash 💰 After all, aren’t buyers lining up around the block📍as soon as a new listing hits?

🙌 Here’s the TRUTH…

The median sales price for FSBOs is 10% less 📉 than homes sold with the help of a real estate agent 😳 So, while you may think you’ll price and market your home more effectively than an agent, you actually may end up underpricing it or negotiating less effectively 💸

✨ One of the MANY reasons to work with a real estate agent when selling your home! ✨

For more information on whether you should list your home with or without an agent, visit our latest blog post.
http://maylai.myagent.site/can-i-buy-or-sell-a-home-without-a-real-estate-agent/

03/26/2021

A Texas federal judge recently ruled that the CDC moratorium was unconstitutional. The moratorium was enacted back in Sept 2020 to justified as a way to prevent the further spread of Covid-19.

Siding with landlords across the state, the judge concluded that federal government to regulate interstate commerce does not apply to "property rights in buildings - specifically, whether an owner may regain possession of property from an inhabitant.

Hopefully this may mark a turning point for landlords who have continued to pay taxes and other costs associated with their properties. The CDC's moratorium was recently extended through March 31, 2020.

On February 25, 2021, an Eastern District of Texas federal judge ruled that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s national eviction...