Ema Lopez Sells Hill Country

04/25/2026

The NB Home you’ve been waiting for. 📍

3514 Volunteer Way has officially hit the market!

✅ 4 Bed | Updated Baths
✅ Designer Finishes
✅ Custom Dog "Suite" 🐶
✅ Permanent Holiday Lighting
✅ Quiet Cul-de-sac Location

Everything you need, right where you want to be. Minutes from downtown, schools, and parks.
This home is priced to sell QUICK so get out there & make us an offer!

Click the link in my bio (or below) for the full tour!

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 3514 Volunteer Way offers the perfect blend of modern functionality and cozy charm. From the designer-style staircase to the freshly updated bathrooms, this home is move-in ready and filled with light. The yard is one that invites endless days outside, a bla...

01/23/2026

Saw this in a mom’s group and had to share!

❄️❄️❄️FREEZE suggestions. Found this list on another page and learned a few new tips. What are some tips you can share not on the list?

BEFORE THE STORM (24–48 HOURS AHEAD)
❄️1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.
❄️2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.
❄️3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.
❄️4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.
❄️5. Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.
❄️6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.
❄️7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.
❄️8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.

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WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION
❄️9. Drip kitchen/bath faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.
❄️10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.
❄️11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.
❄️12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.
❄️13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.
❄️14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.

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FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP
❄️15. Keep 3–5 days of no-cook food: peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups.
❄️16. Have manual can opener available.
❄️17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.
❄️18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”
❄️19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.
❄️20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.

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HEAT AND HOME SAFETY
❄️21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.
❄️22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.
❄️23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.
❄️24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
❄️25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.
❄️26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.

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VEHICLE AND TRAVEL
❄️27. Plan to avoid driving once freezing rain begins.
❄️28. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.
❄️29. Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.
❄️30. Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.
❄️31. Park away from large tree limbs when possible.
❄️32. Assume flights and travel may be disrupted for days.

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POWER OUTAGE PLAN
❄️33. Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.
❄️34. Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.
❄️35. Use surge protectors for TVs and computers.
❄️36. Know where warming centers may be in your parish.
❄️37. Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.
❄️38. Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.

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PETS AND LIVESTOCK
❄️39. Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.
❄️40. Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.
❄️41. Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.
❄️42. Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.

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MEDICAL AND SPECIAL NEEDS
❄️43. Keep a written list of medications and dosages.
❄️44. Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.
❄️45. Have backup batteries for medical devices.
❄️46. Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.

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PROPERTY PROTECTION
❄️47. Move vehicles away from trees or power lines.
❄️48. Secure outdoor furniture and lightweight items.
❄️49. Avoid trimming trees during the storm—do it beforehand.
❄️50. Photograph property for insurance before conditions worsen.

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DURING THE STORM
❄️51. Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.
❄️52. Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.
❄️53. Use only safe indoor heating methods.
❄️54. Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.
❄️55. Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.

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AFTER THE STORM
❄️56. Walk carefully—ice may refreeze overnight.
❄️57. Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.
❄️58. Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.
❄️59. Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.
❄️60. Be patient—restoring power after ice can take several days.

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KEY REALITY FOR SOUTHERN ICE EVENTS
❄️A quarter inch of ice can bring scattered outages.
❄️Half an inch can cripple travel and power for days.
❄️Ice is more dangerous than snow for the Deep South

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01/05/2026

After a successful postpartum journey adjusting back into a full time routine, 2026 is the year of focus in my business.

I’ve truly been so blessed to have amazing clients throughout my career & this year I’ll be pouring back into those clients while claiming space for even more.

Have you been wondering if this is the year you’re meant to buy or sell? There are several questions that should be asked before you can answer that and I’m happy to help you figure it out.

Let’s schedule a phone call or allow me to treat you to coffee while we discuss your goals!

12/31/2025

This was a crazy one but I’m so happy at the end of it that my clients got the home they wanted! Cheers to them & their journey as first time home buyers!!

I am so incredibly grateful for another year of assisting some of the world’s best clients. My job is truly an honor and I don’t take it for granted ever.
Happy New Years!

11/29/2025

Thankful for my job & thankful for my people!

So grateful for a week of family, closings, and ending my week in peace. I hope you all had a great day of turkey and yummy sides yesterday!

10/30/2025

Our annual E&O training session that’s keeps us agents on our game! Thanks to Reliance for providing consistent opportunities to learn and grow.

How can I help serve you?

08/14/2025

Cheers to giving back to our teachers!
Amy Bastion with Pilgrim Mortgage and I delivered 150 tacos to a local middle school & got to meet the amazing people who shape America’s future minds!

So grateful for the opportunity & excited for new friends🫶🏼

Allow us to serve YOU in your home buying journey!

Winner to the Amazon giveaway announced at 7 with a live video and an email!

07/15/2025

Today was a great first day back at the office! Excited to have invested in my business & find new ways to nurture my relationships and best serve my clients🤝

How can I help you?

06/23/2025

A Friendly face to start your week off!

Guys, I was browsing the loop here in NB & am shook over the prices of these homes. There are so much amazing properties listed at such a discounted price right now. Stunning views, yards, pools, basements. Most are under a million when ordinarily they’d be OVER it.
I’m seeing options for all price points which is incredible for those trying to be near all the action.

If resale isn’t your thing, let’s go check out some new build communities. They’re offering some amazing deals and I’ll be featuring some nearby in the coming weeks!

Remember, while I am local to NB, I serve all surrounding areas as well!

Make me your “saved” realtor 💕

06/11/2025

CLOSED & FUNDED!✨✨

So grateful for my seller who worked diligently with me to get this chapter “closed”. Every transaction is so unique and this one was for the books!

Also, take your baby to work day! Her first “out of the womb” closing with me 😍😭
Love this phase of her just tagging along everywhere.