Allison Garcia, Realtor, EXP Realty San Antonio and Surrounding areas.

09/30/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

Whether you're bracing for a crash or hoping for one, the verdict is the same – prices are still expected to rise, not fall. Let's talk about what that means for your market and your plans.




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Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will.

09/28/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

Headlines and social media make today’s rates sound high. But you have to remember, the rate you’re seeing online and your actual rate could be different. The only way to know what your rate could be is to talk to a trusted lender.

With the right help, you can find out what your real rate is – and where it can take you.




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You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that's left you reluctant to buy a home, here's what you need to remember…

09/25/2026

San Antonio Weekend Events
Fall is here, and there’s plenty happening around San Antonio! 🍂 Here’s a fresh mix of military-community and local events for the weekend. Plan ahead, stay hydrated, and enjoy time with family and friends. 💙

1. 🪖 JBSA Travel Expo
📅 Sept. 25 | 11 AM–2 PM
📍 JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club
💲 Free
✈️ Explore travel deals, vacation options and military travel resources.

2. 🍺 JBSA Oktoberfest
📅 Sept. 25 | 5–9 PM
📍 JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
💲 Free
🎶 Enjoy live music from the 323d Army Band and Oktoberfest festivities.

3. 🏋️ JBSA Bench Press Competition
📅 Sept. 26 | 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Jimmy Brought Fitness Center
💲 Free
💪 Test your strength—participants of all fitness levels are welcome.

4. 🎷 Jazz’SALive
📅 Sept. 25–26
📍 Civic Park at Hemisfair
💲 Free
🎶 Two days of jazz, food vendors, family activities and live entertainment.

5. 🍺 Oktoberfest in La Villita
📅 Sept. 25–27
📍 La Villita
💲 Free
🥨 Music, food, cultural activities and family-friendly fun.

6. 🎣 Fall Family Fishing Day
📅 Sept. 26
📍 Brackenridge Park
💲 Free
🐟 A fun outdoor activity for families and kids.

7. 🦸 Rey Feo Super Hero River Parade
📅 Sept. 26
📍 San Antonio River Walk
💲 Free
🦸 Enjoy a colorful family-friendly parade along the River Walk.

8. 🏈 UTSA vs. Colorado State
📅 Sept. 26 | 11 AM
📍 Alamodome
💲 Tickets vary
🏈 Catch some college football in downtown San Antonio.

9. ⚽ San Antonio FC vs. Tampa Bay Rowdies
📅 Sept. 26 | 7:30 PM
📍 Toyota Field
💲 Tickets vary
⚽ Cheer on San Antonio FC at a Saturday night home match.

10. 🎃 Howl-O-Scream
📅 Sept. 25–27
📍 SeaWorld San Antonio
💲 Admission varies
👻 Enjoy spooky entertainment, haunted attractions and nighttime thrills.

💙 Have a wonderful weekend, San Antonio! Stay safe, support local, and make some great memories with your loved ones.

09/24/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

Price cuts are a normal part of today’s housing market, and both buyers and sellers can use them to their advantage. Let's look at what's actually happening with prices in your neighborhood, so you know exactly where you stand before you list or make an offer.




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Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.

09/23/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

Four different housing markets are running at once: cash buyers, financed buyers, locked-in owners, and builders. Each one plays by its own rules, and the right move for one is exactly the wrong move for another.

Let's figure out which one you're actually in and build your next move from there.




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Today’s housing market splits into four distinct types. You’ve got cash buyers, buyers financing a purchase, owners who feel locked into a low rate, and builders with homes to sell.

09/22/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

If you want to buy a house this year, there’s still a way to make it happen, even with today’s rates. This fall gives you the chance to get some of the best seasonal perks the market has to offer.

Want help figuring out when those advantages typically show up in our market?

Let's have a quick conversation about how our market works and the steps you’ll need to take to get ready.




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Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect.

09/21/2026

Valuable Real Estate insight!

You can't control where mortgage rates go, but you can control your credit, your loan, and the kind of home you buy. Working with a trusted lender can help you lock in the best rate you qualify for. And when you’re ready to make a move that fits your budget, let’s connect.




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If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night.

09/18/2026

San Antonio Weekend Events
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s a fresh mix of military-community and local San Antonio events! 💙 Stay hydrated, plan ahead, and enjoy the weekend with family and friends.

1. 🪖 JBSA Variety Night
📅 Sept. 18 | 4–10 PM
📍 JBSA-Lackland Gateway Club
💲 Varies
🎶 Music, dancing, and patio time with DJ Tony Style.

2. 🌌 JBSA Star Gazing
📅 Sept. 18 | 8:45–9:45 PM
📍 Recreation Park at Canyon Lake
💲 Free for eligible DoW Card holders
🔭 Explore the night sky through powerful telescopes.

3. 🪖 JBSA Pool Tournament
📅 Sept. 18 | 5:30–9 PM
📍 JBSA-Randolph Kendrick Club
💲 Free
🎱 Single-elimination tournament with a $100 cash prize.

4. 🚤 Beyond the Marina Boat Tour
📅 Sept. 19 | 10:30 AM–12 PM
📍 JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake
💲 $30
🌊 Enjoy a guided boat tour around Canyon Lake.

5. 🥘 Dutch Oven Cooking Class
📅 Sept. 19 | 1–2 PM
📍 JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake
💲 $20
👩‍🍳 Learn how to make delicious treats outdoors.

6. 🌽 Corny Maze
📅 Sept. 18–20
📍 Traders Village San Antonio
💲 $9.99
🎃 Fall activities, pumpkin painting, duck racing, and the corn maze.

7. 🦖 Dino Day
📅 Sept. 19 | 11 AM–3 PM
📍 Lakeshore Learning
💲 Free
🦕 Dinosaur crafts, fossil activities, and messy fun for kids.

8. 🛕 Festival of Chariots
📅 Sept. 19 | 4–9 PM
📍 Woodlawn Lake Park
💲 Free
🎶 Music, Indian food, dance, art, and a colorful chariot parade.

9. 🍗 Pollo Fest 2026
📅 Sept. 19 | 2–8 PM
📍 The Block SA
💲 From $15
🍗 Seven local food trucks compete for the Chicken Trophy!

10. 🎭 Mrs. Doubtfire – The Musical
📅 Sept. 18–20 | 7:30 PM
📍 Majestic Theatre
💲 From $29
🎟️ A fun musical comedy for a night out.

💙 Have a wonderful weekend, San Antonio! Stay cool, stay safe, and enjoy some time with your loved ones.

09/11/2026

San Antonio Weekend Events
As we remember Patriot Day, we’re also looking ahead to the weekend. If you’re getting out with family or friends, here are some local and military-community events to check out. 💙 Stay hydrated, plan ahead, and take care of yourself and your loved ones.

1. 🇺🇸 World Heritage Festival
📅 Sept. 11–13
📍 San Antonio Missions & multiple locations
💲 Free
Celebrate San Antonio’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites with cultural activities, workshops and family events.

2. 🇲🇽 El Grito San Antonio
📅 Sept. 12–13
📍 Historic Market Square
💲 Free
Live entertainment, food, art vendors and a celebration of Mexican Independence.

3. 🪖 JBSA Family Fun Run/Walk 5K
📅 Sept. 12 | 7:30 AM
📍 JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
💲 Check JBSA MWR
Families, strollers and leashed pets are welcome.

4. 🪖 JBSA Prince & Princess Tea Party
📅 Sept. 12 | 10:30 AM–1 PM
📍 JBSA-Randolph Parr Club
💲 Check JBSA MWR
A fun afternoon of crafts, keepsakes and special guests for kids.

5. 🚤 JBSA Boat Driving Course
📅 Sept. 12 | 10 AM–3 PM
📍 JBSA Recreation Park at Canyon Lake
💲 $60
Learn boating skills and water-safety basics.

6. 🌊 River Walk Weekend
📅 Sept. 11–13
📍 San Antonio River Walk
💲 Free to explore
Enjoy the river, restaurants, shops and downtown atmosphere.

7. 🎢 Fright Fest
📅 Sept. 11–13
📍 Six Flags Fiesta Texas
💲 From ~$30
Spooky attractions, scare zones and nighttime thrills.

8. 🎶 My Chemical Romance
📅 Sept. 12 | 7 PM
📍 Alamodome
💲 Tickets vary
The Black Parade 2026 tour comes to San Antonio.

9. 🌌 Smithsonian Starstruck
📅 Sept. 11–13
📍 Shops at Rivercenter
💲 From ~$20
An immersive experience exploring the universe and astronomy.

10. 🧸 Big Day of “Mess” at The DoSeum
📅 Sept. 12
📍 The DoSeum
💲 Admission varies
A hands-on, messy and creative day for kids and families.

💙 Wishing everyone a meaningful and safe weekend in San Antonio. Take care of yourselves, your families, and each other.

09/11/2026

Patriot Day — September 11 🇺🇸

Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the families, first responders, service members, and everyday heroes who showed incredible courage and sacrifice.

We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙