http://www.jfkochproperties.com/

Jessica Frith-Koch Realty, Houston, TX (2026)

12/22/2023

🎅Thrilled to share that 2611 Pine Village is officially off the market! 🏡

Wishing the wonderful family endless joy and unforgettable moments in their new home, just in time for a cozy Christmas and ringing in 2024 with the sweet scent of a new home! 🎄🔑
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

11/20/2023

SO…YOU WANT TO BE A REALTOR ?
There is a lot of talk in the news about real estate agent commissions. We LOVE what we do and we do it because we LOVE helping people but there is almost always a huge misconception on what we do and how we get paid. It's not a secret so here ya go...😊
The average FULL TIME REALTOR’s earnings last year was $31,900 @ 40+ hours a week. which is well below the living wage. The top realtors obviously earn well more than this. 10 % of the agents close 90 % of the deals. I am fortunate enough to be in this top 10%. I can honestly say I earn every penny I am paid. (keep reading)

As a REALTOR we do not get paid a hourly wage or salary and
only get paid if we sell a home and it closes. We can only get paid by broker to broker. As an agent you could work with someone days, weeks, months, or years with no guarantee of a sale ever.
Essentially we wake up each day unemployed going on Job Interviews and we deal with constant rejection. We dedicate time away from family, use our personal time, miss dinner and weekends and rarely take vacations. Sometime we are on 24/7! We constantly need to be "on" or risk missing an opportunity. Once we do close a home, half of the commission goes to the other persons agent. We have lots of upfront expenses that must be paid out before we even get paid:
Broker Splits and Fees
Office rent and utilities
MLS Fees
NAR Fees
Local Association Fees
E&O Business Insurance
Extended Auto Insurance
Self-Employment Tax
State Licensing Fees
Advertising Fees
Showing Service Fees
Website Fees
Assistant's Salaries
Showing partners
Transaction coordinator
Yard Signs
Photographers
Videographers
Office Supplies
Business Cards
Property Flyers
Electronic Lockboxes
Continued RE Education
Legal Fees
Gas
Income taxes are not taken out so they have to put that aside around 25%.
Don’t forget health insurance if you don’t have a spouse who provides it.
As a listing agent we have lots of tasks far more than just selling a home.
1. Prepare Listing Presentation for Sellers
2. Research Sellers Property Tax Info
3. Research Comparable Sold Properties for Sellers
4. Determine Average Days on Market
5. Gather Info From Sellers About Their Home
6. Meet With Sellers at Their Home
7. Get To Know Their Home
8. Present Listing Presentation
9. Advise on Repairs and/or Upgrades
10. Provide Home Seller To-Do Checklist
11. Explain Current Market Conditions
12. Discuss Seller’s Goals
13. Share Your Value Proposition
14. Explain Benefits of Your Brokerage
15. Present Your Marketing Options
16. Explain Video Marketing Strategies
17. Demonstrate 3D Tour Marketing
18. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
19. Describe the Buyer Pre-Screening Process
20. Create Internal File for Transaction
21. Get Listing Agreement & Disclosures Signed
22. Provide Sellers Disclosure Form to Sellers
23. Verify Interior Room Sizes
24. Obtain Current Mortgage Loan Info
25. Confirm Lot Size from County Tax Records
26. Investigate Any Unrecorded Property Easements
27. Establish Showing Instructions for Buyers
28. Agree on Showing Times with Sellers
29. Discuss Different Types of Buyer Financing
30. Explain Appraisal Process and Pitfalls
31. Verify Home Owners Association Fees
32. Obtain a Copy of HOA Bylaws
33. Gather Transferable Warranties
34. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
35. Verify Security System Ownership
36. Discuss Video Recording Devices & Showings
37. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
38. Agree on Repairs to Made Before Listing
39. Schedule Staging Consultation
40. Schedule House Cleaners
41. Install Electronic Lockbox & Yard Sign
42. Set-Up Photo/Video Shoot
43. Meet Photographer at Property
44. Prepare Home For Photographer
45. Schedule Drone & 3D Tour Shoot
46. Get Seller’s Approval of All Marketing Materials
47. Input Property Listing Into The MLS
48. Create Virtual Tour Page
49. Verify Listing Data on 3rd Party Websites
50. Have Listing Proofread
51. Create Property Flyer
52. Have Extra Keys Made for Lockbox
53. Set-Up Showing Services
54. Help Owners Coordinate Showings
55. Gather Feedback After Each Showing
56. Keep track of Showing Activity
57. Update MLS Listing as Needed
58. Schedule Weekly Update Calls with Seller
59. Prepare “Net Sheet” For All Offers
60. Present All Offers to Seller
61. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Buyer’s Agent
62. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Qualifications
63. Examine & Verify Buyer’s Lender
64. Negotiate All Offers
65. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
66. Check Buyer’s Agent Has Received Copies
67. Change Property Status in MLS
68. Deliver Copies of Contact/Addendum to Seller
69. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
70. Coordinate Inspections with Sellers
71. Explain Buyer’s Inspection Objections to Sellers
72. Determine Seller’s Inspection Resolution
73. Get All Repair Agreements in Writing
74. Refer Trustworthy Contractors to Sellers
75. Meet Appraiser at the Property
76. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
77. Confirm Clear-to-Close
78. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
79. Verify Title Company Has All Docs
80. Remind Sellers to Transfer Utilities
81. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
82. Resolve Any Title Issues Before Closing
83. Receive and Carefully Review Closing Docs
84. Review Closing Figures With Seller
85. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made
86. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
87. Attend Seller’s Closing
88. Pick Up Sign & Lock Box
89. Change Status in MLS to “Sold.”
90. Close Out Seller’s File With Brokerage

As a buyers agent we also have many tasks.

1. Schedule Time To Meet Buyers
2. Prepare Buyers Guide & Presentation
3. Meet Buyers and Discuss Their Goals
4. Explain Buyer & Seller Agency Relationships
5. Discuss Different Types of Financing Options
6. Help Buyers Find a Mortgage Lender
7. Obtain Pre-Approval Letter from Their Lender
8. Explain What You Do For Buyers As A Realtor
9. Provide Overview of Current Market Conditions
10. Explain Your Company’s Value to Buyers
11. Discuss Earnest Money Deposits
12. Explain Home Inspection Process
13. Educate Buyers About Local Neighborhoods
14. Discuss Foreclosures & Short Sales
15. Gather Needs & Wants Of Their Next Home
16. Explain School Districts Effect on Home Values
17. Explain Recording Devices During Showings
18. Learn All Buyer Goals & Make A Plan
19. Create Internal File for Buyers Records
20. Send Buyers Homes Within Their Criteria
21. Start Showing Buyers Home That They Request
22. Schedule & Organize All Showings
23. Gather Showing Instructions for Each Listing
24. Send Showing Schedule to Buyers
25. Show Up Early and Prepare First Showing
26. Look For Possible Repair Issues While Showing
27. Gather Buyer Feedback After Each Showing
28. Update Buyers When New Homes Hit the Market
29. Share Knowledge & Insight About Homes
30. Guide Buyers Through Their Emotional Journey
31. Listen & Learn From Buyers At Each Showing
32. Keep Records of All Showings
33. Update Listing Agents with Buyer’s Feedback
34. Discuss Home Owner’s Associations
35. Estimate Expected Utility Usage Costs
36. Confirm Water Source and Status
37. Discuss Transferable Warranties
38. Explain Property Appraisal Process
39. Discuss Multiple Offer Situations
40. Create Practice Offer To Help Buyers Prepare
41. Provide Updated Housing Market Data to Buyers
42. Inform Buyers of Their Showing Activity Weekly
43. Update Buyers On Any Price Drops
44. Discuss MLS Data With Buyers At Showings
45. Find the Right Home for Buyers
46. Determine Property Inclusions & Exclusions
47. Prepare Sales Contract When Buyers are Ready
48. Educate Buyer’s On Sales Contract Options
49. Determine Need for Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
50. Explain Home Warranty Options
51. Update Buyer’s Pre-Approval Letter
52. Discuss Loan Objection Deadlines
53. Choose a Closing Date
54. Verify Listing Data Is Correct
55. Review Comps With Buyers To Determine Value
56. Prepare & Submit Buyer’s Offer to Listing Agent
57. Negotiate Buyers Offer With Listing Agent
58. Execute A Sales Contract & Disclosures
59. Once Under Contract, Send to Title Company
60. Coordinate Earnest Money Drop Off
61. Deliver Copies to Mortgage Lender
62. Obtain Copy of Sellers Disclosure for Buyers
63. Deliver Copies of Contract/Addendum to Buyers
64. Obtain A Copy of HOA Bylaws
65. Keep Track of Copies for Office File
66. Coordinate Inspections with Buyers
67. Meet Inspector At The Property
68. Review Home Inspection with Buyers
69. Negotiate Inspection Objections
70. Get All Agreed Upon Repair Items in Writing
71. Verify any Existing Lease Agreements
72. Check In With Lender To Verify Loan Status
73. Check on the Appraisal Date
74. Negotiate Any Unsatisfactory Appraisals
75. Coordinate Closing Times & Location
76. Make Sure All Documents Are Fully Signed
77. Verify Title Company Has Everything Needed
78. Remind Buyers to Schedule Utilities
79. Make Sure All Parties Are Notified of Closing Time
80. Solve Any Title Problems Before Closing
81. Receive and Review Closing Documents
82. Review Closing Figures With Buyers
83. Confirm Repairs Have Been Made By Sellers
84. Perform Final Walk-Through with Buyers
85. Resolve Any Last Minute Issues
86. Get CDA Signed By Brokerage
87. Attend Closing with Buyers
88. Provide Home Warranty Paperwork
89. Give Keys and Accessories to Buyers
90. Close Out Buyer’s File Brokerage

Whew…exhausting isn’t it!?! 🤯

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So if you are hearing about realtors and how they are overpaid, take a minute to consider this post and all that we are expected to do. I love my job but it has never been easy. I am super grateful to all of you who have supported me with your business over the years. Thank you!

I hope you all have a very nice Thanksgiving and wish you and your family much peace and happiness over the holidays!

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10/14/2023

Today, I'm dedicating this post to my incredible son. As a member of Chessmasters of Houston, I couldn't be prouder of the maturity and dedication he's displayed in this beautiful game. Keep making your moves, Henry! ♟️👑
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

09/21/2023

🚽💡 Exploring the Latest Bathroom Construction Trends! 💡🛁

Are you ready to give your bathroom a stylish makeover? 🛠️ From sleek minimalism to eco-friendly designs, here are some current bathroom construction trends that are making waves.

Which trend speaks to your design sensibilities? Share your thoughts and let’s inspire each other! 🏡✨

08/27/2023

Happy Birthday to our Lolli (aka Tena/mom)! Never dull with a heart of gold.

07/21/2023

🏡 Home Sweet Home 🌿✨
📍 2 Reynolds Ct., Houston, TX 77024 🌆

Step into a rare Mid-century Modern masterpiece nestled in the heart of Hunter's Creek. This gem boasts clean and luxurious design, radiating intentional charm at every turn.

🌞 Take a moment to appreciate the natural light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows, and massive free-form pool and spa, perfectly centered in the yard. 🏊‍♂️
Sports enthusiasts will adore the sports court, cabana bath, and refreshing outdoor shower, all near the outdoor kitchen.

💼 Make work from home a pleasure with two home offices. Three en-suite bedrooms offer comfort and privacy for the entire family. Stay fit in your own professional fitness studio, and surrender to relaxation in the master suite, granting direct access to the secluded backyard and pool. 🌿

Don't miss the chance to call this wonder your own. Call or message me if you're interested 🍾
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

Happy National Piña Colada Day! Jessica Frith Koch Realtor, MBA jessica.koch@compass.com 713.530.1400 JFKochProperties...

07/10/2023

Happy National Piña Colada Day!
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

07/04/2023

🎆 Let Freedom Ring! 🇺🇸

As we gather with loved ones and bask in the warmth of the summer sun, let's remember the brave souls who fought for our Independence and honor the principles that make our nation shine. 🗽🎉

Wishing you all a Happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

07/01/2023

It will always be you 7.1.17.

Happy Anniversary my love

06/30/2023

Welcome to a luxurious haven in Hunters Creek Village! 🏡✨ From the moment you step inside, the fabulous floor plan unfolds, showcasing custom chandeliers, stunning marble and limestone flooring, and distinctive wall textures. The expansive windows create a seamless connection to the outdoors while providing insulation from the elements. The kitchen, with its oversized quartzite island and high-end appliances, is a culinary dream. High ceilings, artistic beams, and 4 fireplaces add to the allure, while the study room offers a tranquil space to work or unwind.

Step into the backyard oasis, where a modern pool, outdoor pavilion, fireplace, and summer kitchen beckon you to relax and entertain. The brick paver driveway leads to a 3-car garage surrounded by mature landscaping, completing the picture-perfect setting. With its prime location near the Houston Racket Club and award-winning schools, this home truly has it all. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours! 🌟

06/28/2023

Finding your dream home, one heart at a time! ❤️✨

As a dedicated realtor, I understand that how important the feeling of "home" is, and I'm here to guide you on a journey to find the perfect place where your family can create cherished memories. 🏡💕

You can count on me to provide expert guidance, personalized service, and a commitment to finding the best new home that truly holds your family's dreams. Let's make your homeownership dreams come true! 🏠✨
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

06/20/2023

As a seasoned realtor, I've gathered some invaluable tips to help you maximize the selling potential of your property🏡

Whether you're a first-time seller or an experienced pro, these insights will empower you on your journey to a successful sale. Check out one of the easiest tips you can start with when you decide to sell your home 💪
Jessica Frith Koch
Realtor, MBA
[email protected]
713.530.1400
JFKochProperties.com

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