Gina Thayer - Realtor

10/26/2026

10/21/2026

Sell in the Next 12 Months? Get Up to $50K to Fix Up Your Home First

Thinking about selling in Houston within the next year? The eXp Ready program can cover up to $50,000 in pre-listing repairs up front, with the cost paid back from your closing. DM me "READY" and I'll send you the details.

10/17/2026

1136 Algregg St | Renovated 1920 Norhill Bungalow | $597K

Fall in love with Norhill. This fully updated 2-bedroom bungalow blends original historic character with modern finishes. Look up at the living room ceiling and designer light fixtures, then step into a kitchen with stainless appliances and marble countertops.

• Updated bathroom with a boutique-hotel feel
• PEX plumbing and updated HVAC and electrical
• Wood-burning fireplace and washer/dryer included
• Fenced backyard for cookouts and garden beds
• Detached 2-car garage on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Close to Heights restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques

Private showings by appointment. Message/call me at 713-298-3004 or call your agent to schedule yours.

https://1136algreggst.ginathayerrealtor.com/offer-438340

10/15/2026

Thinking About Buying/Downsizing in the Houston area? Start Here | 55+ Communities

Is it time to downsize? Here's what to weigh before choosing a 55+ active adult community in Greater Houston.

10/14/2026

Houston Home Sellers: The 4 Things That Quietly Derail a Sale (and How to Get Ahead of Them)

Is one of the things on this list hiding in your house right now? Watch before your buyer's inspector finds it first.

10/13/2026

Thinking about downsizing in the Houston area? If it feels overwhelming… Been there done that. Listen to this! .

10/12/2026

Home Seller Net Proceeds: What You Actually Take Home

Your sale price isn’t your check. See the costs that shape your net proceeds BEFORE you list.

10/09/2026

What Is a MUD Tax in Texas?

Two houses in Spring, Texas.

Both listed at $400,000.

Same bedrooms. Similar square footage.

But their monthly payments could be VERY different.

Why?

MUD TAXES.

MUD stands for Municipal Utility District.

These districts can help finance neighborhood infrastructure, including water, sewer and drainage facilities.

And some properties have additional MUD property taxes.

Here’s a simple example:

A hypothetical MUD rate of $0.50 per $100 of taxable value on a $400,000 taxable property would equal approximately:

$2,000 per year.

That’s about $167 per month!

Actual rates and exemptions vary.

Does having a MUD automatically make a neighborhood undesirable?

Absolutely not.

But buyers need to understand the FULL cost of ownership.

And remember, MUD taxes and HOA dues are different expenses.

My TruthBomb: Two houses can have the SAME price and very DIFFERENT monthly payments.

Before buying in Spring, The Woodlands or surrounding Houston communities, compare property taxes, insurance, HOA fees and any special-district obligations.

The prettiest kitchen doesn’t always come with the prettiest tax bill.