Valerie Chavez-Realtor

08/18/2026

🏠 Have a listing that has been sitting or a property you’d like to get off your hands?

A cash sale may provide you with another option:
• Sell completely as is�• Leave unwanted items behind�• Make no repairs or clean up�• Pay no customary seller closing costs�• Close within three weeks with clear title

Our offer will reflect the property’s condition and the repairs needed. This option is not right for every seller, but it may help someone who values speed, convenience, and certainty.

📲 Msg, text or email the property address and let’s take a look.
210.999.0999

07/23/2026

06/27/2026

This is such an easy San Antonio weekend plan!

Start with something from La Panadería Bakery Café, take a little walk through Travis Park, and then stop by The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum if you want something that feels very San Antonio.

And if you’re making a full day of it, The Esquire Tavern is the perfect kind of downtown stop to end on!

Just a few local gems, a little fresh air, good food, and a reason to enjoy downtown for a bit.

That sounds like a pretty perfect weekend plan!

06/25/2026

The best answer is C: somewhere between 2% and 5% of the purchase price.

So if you’re buying a $300,000 home, closing costs could be roughly $6,000 to $15,000 before any seller credits, lender credits, or assistance programs.

And that’s separate from your down payment.

These costs can include lender fees, title fees, appraisal costs, prepaid homeowners insurance, prepaid property taxes, escrow reserves, and other items needed to finalize the purchase.

This is why buyers should not only ask, “How much do I need for my down payment?”

The better question is, “What is my full cash to close?”

That number gives you a much clearer picture of what it actually takes to get to the closing table.

06/23/2026

57 days on market sounds like a number, but what it actually means is that homes in San Antonio are sitting longer than sellers planned. And when that happens, buyers have more room to negotiate than most people realize.

I'd pay attention to that, especially right now. Prices are down slightly year over year, inventory is up, and sellers are feeling it. That combination doesn't mean the market is crashing. It means if you're buying, you're not as rushed as you were two years ago.

If you're thinking about making a move this summer, save this. And if you want to talk through what these numbers mean for a specific neighborhood or price point, DM me.

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

Who’s ready for a great weekend?

Here are a few things happening around town that you may want to check out!

Hope you all have a great one!

06/18/2026

A lot of people assume buying is way out of reach right now. But when you put the actual numbers side by side, the monthly difference between renting and owning in San Antonio is smaller than most expect.

That matters because rent doesn't build equity, meaning it doesn't grow into ownership or wealth over time. So if you're paying $1,800 a month right now, that money just leaves. A mortgage payment close to that same amount would be working for you instead.

I think a lot of renters would make a different call if they saw their specific numbers laid out plainly.

Just something to think about!

Valerie Chavez
Proper Realty

06/16/2026

The purchase price is what gets all the attention, but it's not what you actually pay every month.

Property taxes, homeowners insurance, and HOA fees (if the neighborhood has one) sit on top of your mortgage. In San Antonio, that gap between the loan payment and the real monthly number can be meaningful. So if you're budgeting around a number you saw on a listing, you might be working with an incomplete picture.

I'd always want someone to know the full cost before they fall in love with a place, not after.

Swipe through, then DM me if you want to talk through what the complete monthly number might look like for you.

Valerie Chavez
Proper Realty

06/12/2026

New construction spotlight in San Antonio.

This home in Arcadia Ridge offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, over 2,500 sqft, a home office, game room, covered patio, and a first-floor primary suite with two walk-in closets.

It’s a great option for anyone looking for more space, modern features, and community amenities like pools, trails, and playgrounds.

Want to see more new construction homes like this in the area? Click here to browse more options: https://a.nhb.app/u/buyyournewhome