Laura MacDonald

07/02/2026

🏡Every Home Sale Has a Story🏡

Here is part of how this property went from a "For Sale" Listing to a Buyer's New Home.

Thrilled to have been a part of another successful selling story!

07/02/2026

Most buyers budget carefully for their down payment — then get surprised at the closing table.

Closing costs typically run 2–5% of the purchase price. On a $400,000 home, that's $8,000–$20,000 due at closing, on top of your down payment.

Here's what's usually included:

💰 Lender origination fees
💰 Title insurance and settlement fees
💰 Appraisal and inspection costs
💰 Prepaid taxes and homeowners insurance
💰 Attorney fees (where required)

The good news: some of these are negotiable. Sellers can sometimes contribute credits. Lenders can roll certain costs into the rate.

But you have to know to ask.

First-time buyers especially — read your Loan Estimate carefully and ask your agent what's standard in your market before you get to the table.

Knowledge is the only thing that removes surprises from this process.

07/02/2026

Thank you for this review. Hearing honest feedback always helps to know what is going well and what could be even better. It was a pleasure to work with you.

07/02/2026

JUST SOLD!

A strong result on a property that attracted attention for all the right reasons.

In an ever-changing market, it’s important to have an experienced agent on your side. Thrilled to have been a part of another successful sale!

07/02/2026

Another property successfully closed!

We navigated the details, negotiated strategically, and got it across the finish line the right way!

Considering selling your home or starting the search for your dream home? Don’t hesitate to call me today! 314.285.3160

07/01/2026

Lighting has a bigger impact on a home than most people realize.

It changes how a space feels, how large it appears, and how inviting it becomes. Dark spaces tend to feel smaller and less appealing, while bright, well-lit rooms create openness and comfort.

Simple changes like updated fixtures or maximizing natural light can completely transform a home.

Buyers do not just see the space.
They feel it.

And lighting plays a major role in that experience.

07/01/2026

Celebrate 250 in downtown St. Louis at the Gateway Arch on July 3 and July 4. The celebration includes two nights of live music, a large drone show with 1,500 drones over the Mississippi River, and fireworks both nights. The event is free and open to the public.

Plan your visit at https://www.celebratesaintlouis.org/?shem=rimspwouoe. Alternate locations https://stlouismom.com/in-and-around-st-louis/fourth-of-july-fireworks-in-the-stl-area/.

07/01/2026

I can’t believe people live in St. Louis and don’t go to spots like these in the summer ☀️💦

This is the side of St. Louis people miss…

Parks, events, and local experiences… this is real STL lifestyle.

If you’re moving here, this matters more than the house.

📲 DM me “SUMMER” and I’ll help you find the right area for this kind of living.

07/01/2026

06/30/2026

Architecture shapes how a home feels long before any finishes are added.

Clean lines, natural materials, and thoughtful structure can elevate both function and appeal.

Timeless architectural elements tend to hold value better over time.

Buyers are not just drawn to features.
They are drawn to design that feels intentional.