Gwen Samms, Realtor

10/29/2026

It was Maizy’s turn today! She loves coming to the office. She was also so good in Tractor Supply that she got to pick out a new toy! She walked out of there with a big green gummy bear! She couldn’t wait to get it home.

10/28/2026

23 Ways to Automate Your Smart Home 🏠

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/Realtor®, GRI, ABR, CFSP
304-419-7600 [email protected]
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Central
2 Chase Dr. Hurricane, WV 25526
Josh McGrath, Broker 304-201-7653

Having a smart home is meant to make life easier and more efficient, and automation brings the enhancements to a new level.

10/27/2026

Tip Tuesday: What Is Overpricing Your Home Really Costing You? Sellers, pricing your home too high can cost you more than you think! Here are five things to consider:

1. You may turn buyers away. Buyers are comparing your home with others in their price range. If it is priced 10% or 20% above what comparable homes support, they may decide not to schedule a showing at all.
2. You could miss fall buyers. Fall can be an important selling season before the holidays and winter months. If buyers pass over your home because of the price, you may miss an opportunity to sell while they are actively looking.
3. An empty home still costs money. Mortgage payments, property taxes, insurance, utilities, lawn care and maintenance can add up. During colder weather, you may also need to keep the heat on and protect waterlines from freezing.
4. Waiting for a higher price may leave you with less. For example, if it costs you $2,000 a month to hold an empty home, four extra months could cost $8,000. A $5,000 lower offer accepted sooner could leave you $3,000 ahead before other selling costs. Every situation is different, so ask your REALTOR® to help you compare the numbers.
5. A price reduction may not recover your first opportunity. When a home sits, buyers may wonder why it hasn’t sold. You may eventually need to reduce the price and could receive less than you might have with a well-supported price from the beginning.

Talk with your REALTOR® about comparable sales, competing listings and what is happening in your local market. Together, you can choose a price that reflects your home and gives it a strong start.

If you don’t have a REALTOR® and you’re in Putnam, Kanawha, Cabell, Mason or Jackson County, West Virginia, I’m here to help!

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/REALTOR®
GRI, ABR, RENE, CFSP
304-419-7600
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
Josh McGrath, Broker

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10/26/2026

What kind of home sound system do you have? And, what's your dream set-up? 🔊

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/Realtor®, GRI, ABR, CFSP
304-419-7600 [email protected]
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Central
2 Chase Dr. Hurricane, WV 25526
Josh McGrath, Broker 304-201-7653

10/24/2026

Is your bathroom ready for a new look? Consider adding a frame of reclaimed wood around your mirror. What do you think of this design style?

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/Realtor®, GRI, ABR, CFSP
304-419-7600 [email protected]
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Central
2 Chase Dr. Hurricane, WV 25526
Josh McGrath, Broker 304-201-7653

10/23/2026

🏡 Single-family home with an HOA that handles ALL lawn care, snow removal and street maintenance!
🌿 Worry-free lawn care means more time to enjoy your home
🚪 One-level living with NO steps
⛳ Views overlooking the tenth green of Sleepy Hollow Golf Course
🛏️ 3 bedrooms
🛁 2 bathrooms
✨ Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout
🪟 Plantation shutters on all windows
🔥 Natural gas tankless water heater
🚿 Custom fully tiled primary shower
💎 Granite kitchen and bathroom counters
🧺 Laundry utility sink and upper cabinets
☀️ Bright, oversized sunroom
🚗 Spacious two-car garage

Easy living at its best! This immaculate, one-owner home at 32 Loraine Way in Hurricane combines the comfort of a single-family home with the convenience of HOA-maintained lawn care, snow removal and street maintenance.

Built in 2021, this beautifully maintained home offers modern amenities, thoughtful upgrades and an open main living area with vaulted ceilings. Enjoy the oversized sunroom, look out over the tenth green of Sleepy Hollow Golf Course and spend your time doing what you love instead of mowing the lawn!

Conveniently located in the heart of Teays Valley, just minutes from schools, hospitals, I-64, Meeks Mountain Trails, city park and wave pool park.

Want to take a look? Give me a call. I’m here to help!

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/REALTOR®, GRI, ABR, RENE, CFSP
📱 304-419-7600
🌐 www.GwenSamms.com
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
Josh McGrath, Broker
2 Chase Dr., Hurricane, WV 25526
304-201-SOLD (7653)

10/23/2026

My 3 Favorite Things at 32 Loraine Way! 🏡

Here are three things I love about this home:

🚿 1. The natural gas tankless water heater offers energy efficiency and endless hot water!

✨ 2. The upgraded primary bathroom features granite counters and a large tiled shower with a bench and glass doors. Such a beautiful space to start and end your day!

🌿 3. The HOA takes care of snow removal AND lawn care! They even blow the grass clippings off your driveway and sidewalks. How nice is that?

These are my favorite things! Come check out this beautiful home in The Bend and let me know what your favorites are!

I’m here to help!

Gwen Samms, Salesperson/REALTOR®, GRI, ABR, RENE, CFSP
📱 304-419-7600
🌐 www.GwenSamms.com
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
Josh McGrath, Broker
2 Chase Dr., Hurricane, WV 25526
304-201-SOLD (7653)

10/23/2026

📍2599 Cross Creek Rd, Buffalo, WV 25033 MLS 285842

🏡 All brick raised ranch
🛏️ 4 bedrooms
🛁 3 bathrooms
✨ Hardwood floors throughout the main level
👕 Primary bedroom with two large closets
🚿 Primary ensuite with updated fixtures
🍽️ Kitchen island with prep sink
🌳 New deck with reinforced joists
🏊 Inground pool with deck
🛠️ Barn with workshop
💧 Creek and pond at the bottom of the property
🏠 Full basement with tile flooring
⚡ Upgraded electric and EV fast charger
✅ New septic and aerator, pumped in October 2026
📋 Preinspection completed October 2026 and available for review
🛡️ Home Warranty included

Room to spread out, work on your projects, and enjoy the outdoors! This four bedroom, three bath all brick raised ranch offers hardwood floors throughout the main level, a kitchen island with a prep sink, and a primary bedroom with two large closets and an ensuite bathroom with updated fixtures.

Outside, enjoy the new deck with reinforced joists, an inground pool with its own deck, and a barn with workshop. A creek and pond sit at the bottom of the property. The full tiled basement offers more usable space, while upgraded electric and an EV fast charger bring everyday convenience.

With a preinspection available for review and a Home Warranty included, there’s plenty to appreciate here!

Give me a call to learn more. I’m here to help!

Gwen Samms, REALTOR®
📱 304-419-7600
🌐 www.GwenSamms.com
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central
Josh McGrath, Broker
2 Chase Dr., Hurricane, WV 25526
304-201-SOLD (7653)