Journey Realty

10/14/2026

👀🏡 WARNING: This video may cause you to start packing! 📦😂

Take a peek at some of our Journey Realty listings—your next chapter could be waiting behind one of these doors! 🔑✨

See something you love? Let’s turn that “Ooooh, I like that one!” into “When can we go see it?” 🙌

📲 Give us a call for more info or to schedule a showing. We’d love to show you around!

💙 Journey Realty — Let the journey lead you home.

👇 Tell us which one caught your eye, and tag your house-hunting buddy!

10/14/2026

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Free Brush Pickup will be held next week, starting Monday, October 19, 2026 inside the City Limits Only. You must contact City Hall at 409-384-4651 to schedule a pickup. Brush will not be picked up without a work order.

Brush must be placed next to the street curb or right-of-way and not impede traffic in any way.

No construction or household trash/items will be allowed.

If you have questions, please contact City Hall at 409-384-4651.

10/14/2026

Timing the market is never the only factor. Strategy and preparation matter just as much. Here’s what sellers should be thinking about right now:

📊 Market timing vs. opportunity: Waiting for lower rates may also mean more competition and shifting buyer behavior
👀 Buyer demand is still active: Well-priced homes continue to attract serious buyers, even in higher-rate environments
💰 Equity position matters: Many homeowners are sitting on usable equity that can help fund their next move
🏠 Pricing + presentation strategy: The right positioning can have more impact than timing alone

Reach out for expert guidance and a tailored selling strategy for your home and goals!

10/14/2026

You don’t have to be house hunting to be part of our Journey! 💙🏡

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Journey Realty • The journey that leads you home.

10/13/2026

Sometimes, it’s the little moments that make an ordinary day feel special. ☀️☕🌿

A quiet morning with sunlight coming through the windows. A drink in the mug you always reach for. A walk around the community. A good laugh with a friend.

Life moves quickly, but there’s something to be said for slowing down long enough to enjoy what’s right in front of you.

What’s one simple moment that made you smile today?

10/12/2026

🎉 SOLD! Another journey, another exciting new chapter! 🏡🔑

Congratulations to Bobbie Barrington and her clients on their closing! 💙 Thank you for trusting Bobbie and Journey Realty to help you reach this milestone. We’re so grateful to be part of your story!

Buying or selling? Bobbie is ready to help you take the next step! ✨

Journey Realty — The journey that leads you home. 🧭

10/12/2026

While mortgage rates were significantly higher in the 1980s, home prices were much lower relative to household incomes. Today, buyers are dealing with a mix of higher home prices, borrowing costs, and wages that have not always kept pace.

As a result, even with lower rates compared to decades ago, the overall cost of buying a home can feel more challenging.

Affordability is influenced by far more than interest rates alone, including local market conditions, home prices, financing costs, and individual financial situations.

🌟 The focus should not be on comparing today to the past, but on understanding current opportunities and building a strategy that fits your goals. Reach out for expert guidance on navigating today’s market and exploring your options as a buyer.

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

🏡📊 East Texas Real Estate Update from Journey Realty

There is encouraging insurance news for Texas homeowners! Many companies filing recent rate changes have proposed decreases—but savings will vary by company, property and coverage.

At the same time:

📈 Mortgage rates increased again, making current preapprovals essential.

💧 Lake Sam Rayburn remains more than 10 feet below its normal conservation level.

🏠 An older home or roof cannot be denied insurance solely because of age—but its physical condition can still affect coverage.

The important lesson? Compare actual lender and insurance quotes, verify property conditions and work with professionals who understand our local market.

Journey Realty keeps an eye on the details that can affect your payment, protection and purchase.

🧭 The journey that leads you home.

10/09/2026

🍁 Whether it’s comfy pillows, soft throws, scented candles, or a mountain of pumpkins, what’s your must-have to make your home feel like fall?

Share your go-to fall touches and décor ideas in the comments; we’d love to see what brings that autumn magic to your space! 🍂