Locke and Key Homes

07/01/2024

BUSINESS OWNERS AND FRIENDS!

Penny’s childcare facility is collecting items for Camp Hope (The PTSD Foundation of America).

Over the last 10 years Camp Hope has helped over 16,000 combat Veterans with help, hope, and healing from their combat-related post traumatic stress and reintegration into the civilian world. Many of these Veterans have gone on to become homeowners with our agents’ help. ❤️

Camp Hope is an in-patient facility and in URGENT need of some items. Our Veterans offer up their lives and mental health so that we can sleep at night in a free country. The least we can do is make sure they have some basic necessities when trying to heal.

If you’d like to donate, I’m picking up items this week. Please text me at (713) 380-1991 and we can arrange a date/time. Thank you!!

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06/24/2024

Looking to add a few good agents!

06/24/2024

06/18/2024

***IMPORTANT INFO FOR GALVESTON COUNTY INVESTORS ***

Galveston Central Appraisal district begins treating vacation rentals as businesses

The Galveston Central Appraisal District for the first time ever is treating short-term rentals as businesses by calculating the value of furnishings and equipment under their roofs.

The appraisal district added furnishings and equipment to appraisal calculations on rentals this year because failing to do so in the past created an uneven playing field in the real estate market, Chief Appraiser Krystal McKinney said.

“Because they are income-producing properties they have to render as personal business property.

“So, that’s actually going to help out the property owners who are just living in Galveston and not renting out their homes.”

This appraisal method will help level the playing field and alleviate some of the tax burden on homeowner’s caused by the skyrocketing market values of short-term rentals, McKinney said.

Rental owners in counties that have levied the tax for years see a couple hundred dollars at most on their tax bills from the personal property tax, according to officials.

The appraisal district in May began mailing letters informing short-term-rental owners they’re responsible this year for paying a tax on any personal business property they use to earn income, officials

05/11/2024

Get Mom 👩 what she really wants for Mother’s Day…a new house 🏡.
Specifically THIS ⬇️ one.

For Sale: 2132 Rope Maker Rd, Conroe, TX 77384 ∙ $550,000 ∙ 0.21 Acres Lot ∙ 2,800 Sqft, 3 beds, 2 full and 1 half baths, Single-Family ∙ View more.

02/26/2024

Dark and Dreamy? or Airy & Bright? It’s all about that counter space for me.

You can’t go wrong with either of these GORGEOUS kitchens at just 2 of our listings. Think these kitchens are great? The rest of the house is just as stunning. Who’s ready to go take a look this week?

07/28/2023

Our Government: Aliens exist 👽

Realtors: Are they looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate? 🏡

06/07/2023

Summer Special! Matt Rife tickets with every closing!

Who’s looking to buy/sell/invest?

02/27/2023

Don't be so hard on yourself, and remember to count each victory, no matter how small.

02/25/2023

Did you know that applicants who own their own business go through a different home loan approval process? Lenders may require:

1. 2 years proof of income
2. Letter from your CPA
3. Business License
4. Personal Tax Returns as well as business tax returns
5. Profit and Loss Statements

This may look intimidating, but I'm here to walk you through the process and make it easy. Call me today!

02/24/2023

Interest rates should NOT stop you from buying a home in 2023.

If you want to buy a home, you need to look past interest rates.

The longer you wait to buy a home, the longer you miss out on building equity and appreciation in your property.

You can refinance in the future when rates are lower, but you can’t go back in time and build appreciation. Instead, play the long game and pay attention to how your property is an investment in your future.

Want to talk more about interest rates and why it’s an excellent time to buy a home? Send a DM and get the info you need.

02/23/2023

Let's be honest… Real estate just isn't as glamorous as it seems on TV.

But even though real estate isn't sipping champagne while showing mansions, it's an amazing industry to be in.

There’s nothing better than seeing clients’ faces light up with joy when they hear the sale has gone through or that they’ve got the house they’ve dreamed of for so long.

Let's help you through the realities of real estate. Just send over a DM and let’s chat about your real estate goals!