Kathy Dodge-Clay at LPT Realty

09/14/2026

A contingent listing has an accepted offer, but conditions still need to be met — financing, inspection, or the sale of the buyer's current home. It's not off the table until those conditions clear.

09/11/2026

Most of a listing's total showings happen in its first two weeks on the market. Pricing and photos need to be right before day one — not adjusted after the fact.

09/10/2026

A home warranty covers repairs to major systems and appliances — it's not the same as homeowners insurance, and it doesn't cover everything. Ask what's actually included before assuming you're covered.

09/09/2026

Automated estimates are a starting point, not a valuation. They can't account for renovations, condition, or what's actually happening on your specific street right now. A real comparative market analysis will always be more accurate.

09/08/2026

There's no perfect time to buy, but waiting isn't free either. Home prices have historically appreciated an average of around 5% a year — worth weighing against how long it'll take to save a bigger down payment.

09/07/2026

One room often decides the offer. Kitchens and primary bedrooms get remembered — everything else gets tolerated. When you're prepping to sell, that's where to start.

09/04/2026

Closing timeline, contingencies, and appraisal gap coverage can matter as much as the number on the offer. Price isn't the only lever a buyer has.

09/03/2026

📍 Reduced Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 125 Patriotic in Fischer won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (210) 722-1827 for more information!

Kathy Dodge-Clay, Keller Williams Boerne
Boerne, TX 78006
210-722-1827

Keeping Real Estate Real

One-acre level lot in an amazing gated Hill Country community! This build-ready homesite in Fischer is tucked away in a peaceful setting with mature oaks and cedars, offering privacy, natural beauty, and the best of quiet Hill Country living. It's part of a truly special neighborhood-an undiscove...

09/03/2026

The down payment isn't the only number to plan for. Closing costs run 2–5% of the purchase price — ask your agent for an estimate before you write an offer, not after.

09/02/2026

An empty room photographs smaller and colder than a furnished one. If staging isn't in the budget, even a few key pieces in the main living space can change how buyers picture themselves there.