David Smith, Veteran Realtor

David Smith, Veteran Realtor ๐ŸกDedicated Local Real Estate Expert
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธMilitary Veteran
๐Ÿ“Serving Southeast Texas

09/12/2026

The sign changes. The work is done. ๐Ÿ”‘
Another home has officially closed in ๐Ÿ“๐๐ž๐š๐ฎ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ญ, ๐“๐— โ€” and this one comes with an extra reason to celebrate.

To the client โ€” YOU DID IT! ๐Ÿก๐ŸŽ‰
The keys to your very first home are officially yours! Congratulations on such a meaningful milestone, and thank you for trusting Gabby to walk alongside you through the process and all the way to the closing table.
Hereโ€™s to your first home, your first set of keys, and all the memories waiting to be made there. Congratulations, homeowner! ๐Ÿ”‘๐Ÿฅ‚

And a big shoutout to Britney Jones Humplik at Capital Title in Beaumont for helping get everything across the finish line and making it official! ๐ŸŽ‰ Itโ€™s always a good day when everyone at the table gets to say: CLOSED!

Gabby keeps her approach simple:
โœ” Clear communication
โœ” Attention to the details
โœ” Southeast Texas knowledge
โœ” Bilingual service in English & Spanish

Thinking about buying your first home in Beaumont or Southeast Texas? You donโ€™t have to have everything figured out. Sometimes the first step is simply asking, โ€œWhat would it take?โ€
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐†๐š๐›๐›๐ฒ ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 215-3347
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Gabriela.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
โœจ Your Home, Your Future, Her Priority โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/12/2026

Wellโ€ฆ here we go again. ๐Ÿ”‘
Another investment of mine has officially made it to the closing table.

๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ ๐†๐š๐ฅ๐ž๐ฐ๐จ๐จ๐ ๐‹๐ง, ๐๐ž๐š๐ฎ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ญ, ๐“๐— ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ”
๐Ÿก 1,546 sqft | 9,099 sq ft lot

Thereโ€™s something different about working a deal when your own money, decisions, and plans are behind it. You study the numbers. You learn from the property. And every investment gives you experience you can take into the next opportunity.

Thatโ€™s one reason I stay active on both sides of real estate. I donโ€™t just talk about investing with my clients โ€” Iโ€™m in it myself.

Another investment closed!
Iโ€™d say itโ€™s been a pretty good week. ๐Ÿ‘Š

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฏ๐ข๐ ๐’๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐กยฎ | SETX Veteran Realtorยฎ
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 407-7351
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ LuxRealtyTx.com
A game plan for the move. A steady hand for the moment.

09/10/2026

This one hits a little different. ๐Ÿ”‘
9340 Mapes St. wasnโ€™t just another property I representedโ€”it was one of my renovation homes. And now, itโ€™s officially SOLD.

Thereโ€™s something satisfying about seeing a home go through the work, the updates, the finishing touches, and eventually all the way to the closing table.

๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ’๐ŸŽ ๐Œ๐š๐ฉ๐ž๐ฌ ๐’๐ญ, ๐๐ž๐š๐ฎ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ญ, ๐“๐— ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ•
SOLD
๐Ÿ› 3 beds | ๐Ÿ› 2 baths | ๐Ÿ“ 1,544 sqft
๐ŸŒณ 8,712 sqft lot | ๐Ÿš— Attached 2-car garage

This renovation brought new life throughout the homeโ€”from the open-concept layout and updated kitchen to the fresh finishes, fireplace, and functional spaces inside and out.

A lot happens between seeing what a property could be and getting to put SOLD on it. Mapes made it all the way through that process, and Iโ€™m glad to see this project reach the finish line.

On to the next one. ๐Ÿ‘Š

Trusted guidance. Proven results.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฏ๐ข๐ ๐’๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐กยฎ | SETX Veteran Realtorยฎ
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 407-7351
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ LuxRealtyTx.com
A game plan for the move. A steady hand for the moment.

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/09/2026

Some homes have a clear favorite. ๐Ÿ‘€
For this Orange home, that brick fireplace and exposed wood-beam ceiling give the open living space a character of its own โ€” paired with a fresh remodel and wood-look flooring throughout.
Now, itโ€™s officially moving forward.

๐Ÿ“ Orange, TX
UNDER CONTRACT ๐Ÿ”‘
3 beds | 2 baths | 1,616 sqft
And while the photos get attention, getting under contract is only one part of the process. There are still important steps between here and the closing table โ€” and having clear guidance along the way matters.

Nury Ivonne Ruiz is there to help her clients understand what comes next, stay on top of the details, and keep the process moving one step at a time โ€” in English or Spanish.

Quick vote: brick fireplace or exposed wood beams โ€” which feature gets your attention first?
If a move in Orange or anywhere around Southeast Texas has been on your mind, Nury is always happy to talk through the options without the pressure.

๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿ’ผ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ˆ๐ฏ๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ž ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Bilingual Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 974-7789
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Ivonne.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
๐Ÿก Your goals. Your timeline. Your trusted guide. โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/08/2026

Maybe your next move isnโ€™t another transaction. Maybe itโ€™s the right room. ๐Ÿ‘€
A place where growth is encouraged, wins are celebrated, and youโ€™re surrounded by people who are serious about building something bigger.
LUX Realty Team is growing โ€” and weโ€™re looking for Realtorsยฎ who are ready to grow with us. ๐Ÿคโœจ

Think we might be a good fit?
Letโ€™s talk. No pressure. Just a conversation.

๐Ÿ“ฉ Comment โ€œHIREโ€
or Send a message now.

09/08/2026

A day off was never the whole story. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
Labor Day carries the story of the people whose work helped build this nationโ€”and everyone who keeps it moving today.

To every worker, every shift, every sacrifice: we see you, we appreciate you, and we salute you.

Happy Labor Day from LUX Realty Team. โค๏ธ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ’™

09/07/2026

Sometimes the project IS the opportunity. ๐Ÿ‘€

This Vidor property wasnโ€™t about perfect finishes or move-in-ready everything. It offered something different: approximately 1.46 acres, river living, and a home already gutted and partially remodeled โ€” leaving plenty of room for someone to take the vision from here.

Now, itโ€™s officially moving forward under contract with Gabby Ruiz representing the transaction. ๐Ÿ”‘

๐Ÿ“ Vidor, TX
UNDER CONTRACT ๐Ÿ”‘
1 bed | 1 bath | 660 sqft

Properties like this are a good reminder that buyers arenโ€™t always looking for โ€œfinished.โ€ Sometimes, potential is exactly what gets their attention.
What would you do with a river property like this โ€” personal retreat or investment project? ๐Ÿ‘‡

Have questions about buying in Vidor or elsewhere in Southeast Texas? Gabby is always happy to talk through the possibilities.
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐†๐š๐›๐›๐ฒ ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 215-3347
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Gabriela.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
โœจ Your Home, Your Future, Her Priority โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/07/2026

Four units. One investment move. ๐Ÿ‘€
This Port Arthur property offered something investors donโ€™t see in every opportunity: two duplexes with four total units, all together in one listing.
Each unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, with updates including fresh paint, vinyl flooring and cabinets. The roofs are approximately three years old, and all four units are currently vacant.

๐Ÿ“ Port Arthur, TX
UNDER CONTRACT ๐Ÿ”‘
8 beds total | 4 units | 2,836 sqft
For investment properties, the numbers matter โ€” but so do the condition, layout and potential of what youโ€™re actually buying. Gabby Ruiz is helping guide this one through the next stage of the transaction with the details in focus.
And now we have to ask: Would you rather invest in multiple units like this, or one single-family property? ๐Ÿก
Curious about investment properties around Southeast Texas? Gabby is always happy to talk through whatโ€™s available and help you understand your options โ€” in English or Spanish.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐†๐š๐›๐›๐ฒ ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 215-3347
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Gabriela.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
โœจ Your Home, Your Future, Her Priority โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/04/2026

This one has a job to do. ๐Ÿก
Another property is officially in the books for Nury Ivonne Ruizโ€™s investor clientsโ€”this time in Orange, Texas. Itโ€™s always exciting to see a real estate plan move from the search to the closing table.

๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐ญ๐ก ๐’๐ญ, ๐Ž๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ ๐ž, ๐“๐— ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ‘๐ŸŽ
SOLD ๐ŸŽ‰
3 beds | 1 bath | 1,245 sqft
6,969 sqft lot
Investment purchases come with plenty of details, deadlines, documents, and coordination along the way. Nury brings clear communication and attentive guidance through each step of the transaction.

To our wonderful clients: thank you for continuing to trust Nury with your real estate goals. โค๏ธ Weโ€™re grateful to be part of another important purchase and to have your continued trust along the way.
Congratulations on your newest investment property! ๐Ÿฅ‚ We canโ€™t wait to see the final result and wish you continued success with what comes next.

Why clients choose Nury:
โœ” Southeast Texas market knowledge
โœ” Bilingual guidance
โœ” Clear communication
โœ” Detail-focused support
Looking at investment properties around Southeast Texas? Sometimes it starts with one good conversation about what youโ€™re looking for.

๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ˆ๐ฏ๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ž ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Bilingual Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 974-7789
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Ivonne.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
๐Ÿก Your goals. Your timeline. Your trusted guide. โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

09/03/2026

Connecticut โžก๏ธ Texasโ€ฆ and now, HOME. ๐Ÿก
Two sisters. Two first-time homebuyers. One pretty big move โ€” and a brand-new chapter officially beginning in Port Arthur.

๐Ÿ“๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ–๐Ÿ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ“๐ญ๐ก ๐’๐ญ, ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ ๐€๐ซ๐ญ๐ก๐ฎ๐ซ, ๐“๐— ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ

SOLD ๐ŸŽ‰
4 beds | 3 baths | 2,478 sqft
8,712 sqft lot
Buying a first home already comes with a lot of moving pieces. Doing it while relocating from another state adds a whole different layer of coordination, questions, deadlines, and details. Gabby Ruiz was there to help guide these sisters through the process as they made their move from Connecticut to Texas.

To our wonderful clients: thank you for trusting Gabby with such an important first. โค๏ธ Being part of a milestone like this is exactly why the work matters.

Congratulations to these amazing sisters on officially becoming Texas homeowners! ๐Ÿฅ‚ Wishing them so much happiness as they settle in and make this new place their own.

And a warm thank-you to LeAnn Coker Jensen at Capital Title โ€“ Mid County for being so responsive and efficient in helping bring everything across the finish line. Great people behind the scenes make a difference, and itโ€™s always appreciated.

Thinking about making a move of your own โ€” across town or across state lines? Sometimes the best place to start is simply a conversation about what that move could look like.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ ๐†๐š๐›๐›๐ฒ ๐‘๐ฎ๐ข๐ณยฎ | SETX Realtor
๐Ÿ“ž (409) 215-3347
๐Ÿ“ง [email protected]
๐ŸŒ Gabriela.luxrealtytx.com
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ยกHablo Espaรฑol!
โœจ Your Home, Your Future, Her Priority โœจ

๐ŸŽถ Music & visuals ยฉ No copyright infringement intended. All rights reserved to the original owner(s).

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