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I'm Aubrie Layne, a luxury real estate advisor based in Houston Texas with Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty.

Aubrie Layne

Oct 55 min read

Buying A Home

Navigating Real Estate: 5 Reasons Why Attorneys Still Need Realtors-by Aubrie Layne

Working together, agents and attorneys ensure that every detail, from contracts to title searches, is meticulously handled. This teamwork cr

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How NOT to Sell Your Home-10 WORST HOME SHOWING OFFENSES

Aubrie Layne

Jan 225 min read

Selling A Home

How NOT to Sell Your Home-10 WORST HOME SHOWING OFFENSES

Anything that doesn’t seem “normal” or “logical” can throw off potential buyers. This could include doors opening the wrong way, a dishwashe

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Aubrie Layne

Jan 223 min read

Selling A Home

Simple Guide to 1031 Exchange Timelines

In the vast landscape of real estate investment, the 1031 exchange stands out as a powerful tool for savvy investors and home sellers in...

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Escalation Revelation- Unveiling the Pros and Cons of the Real Estate Escalation Clause-

Aubrie Layne

Jan 165 min read

Buyers Guides

Escalation Revelation- Unveiling the Pros and Cons of the Real Estate Escalation Clause-

Is it a good idea to add an escalation clause to your offer? This one is for all the naïve buyers and sellers out there who think an escalat

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LOVE + MONEY= Real Estate Tax Tips for Divorcing Homeowners:

Aubrie Layne

Jan 36 min read

Selling A Home

LOVE + MONEY= Real Estate Tax Tips for Divorcing Homeowners:

Some divorcing homeowners end up with unanticipated tax bills when they sell their home. Find out how you can avoid being one of them....

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Aubrie Layne

May 2, 20234 min read

Selling A Home

Top 10 DIY Staging Tips to Sell Your Home by Aubrie Layne

ON CLUTTERED LISTING PHOTOS: As a realtor in Houston, I often see things and scratch my head when I see poorly done photos or with lots...

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Q: What's better for resale value, refinishing your hardwoods or adding a bathroom?

Aubrie Layne

Nov 19, 20221 min read

Selling A Home

Q: What's better for resale value, refinishing your hardwoods or adding a bathroom?

Q: What do you think is the better return on investment, refinishing your hardwood floors or adding another bathroom? A:The answer might...

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PREP TO SELL- A checklist to prep your home to stand out and sell fast!

Aubrie Layne

Jul 19, 20213 min read

Selling A Home

PREP TO SELL- A checklist to prep your home to stand out and sell fast!

Here’s my no fail checklist to get your home ready to sell. Printable pdf available!

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Why Selling Your House on Your Own in 2021 Is a Mistake

Aubrie Layne

Dec 30, 20203 min read

Selling A Home

Why Selling Your House on Your Own in 2021 Is a Mistake

There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face ...

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AUBRIE LAYNE
REALTOR
MARTHA TURNER SOTHEBYS REALTY

HOUSTON LUXURY REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST

DIRECT 281.773.4259 / email: aubrie.layne@sothebys.realty

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