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AUBRIE LAYNE
SALES ASSOCIATE
MARTHA TURNER SOTHEBYS REALTY
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Welcome to my blog. Your trusted source for real estate topics you actually want to read!
I'm Aubrie Layne, a luxury real estate advisor based in Houston Texas with Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty.
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Aubrie Layne
Oct 5, 20245 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
May 7, 20244 min read
Homeowners associations (HOAs)and what you should know.
When considering purchasing a home within an HOA (Homeowners Association) that is under litigation, several potential red flags should be
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Aubrie Layne
May 7, 20242 min read
High-rise HOAs (Homeowners Associations) vs single-family home HOAs Explained.
High-rise HOAs (Homeowners Associations) and single-family home HOAs have several key differences due to the nature of the properties they
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Aubrie Layne
May 7, 20242 min read
HOA Secrets Revealed: The Pros & Cons of HOAs for Homebuyers
Before purchasing a home with an HOA, it’s crucial for buyers to consider factors like the specific rules and regulations of the HOA, the fi
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Aubrie Layne
Jan 22, 20245 min read
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 22, 20243 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
Jan 16, 20245 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
Jan 3, 20246 min read
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
Oct 16, 20232 min read
Unlocking Mortgage Savings: Clever Strategies to Beat the Interest Rate Game-Aubrie Layne
While it’s not possible to completely eliminate interest rates on a mortgage loan, there are some strategies you can employ to...
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Aubrie Layne
May 2, 20234 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
Jan 22, 20235 min read
When is Deleting, really adding? And what the heck is Title Insurance?
Understanding the section on the sales contract that pertains to the Survey of your property is important and I’ll explain why….
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Aubrie Layne
Jan 22, 20233 min read
5 Reasons to Have Owners Title insurance…
Let me tell you some true stories of some real estate transactions and why you need a great Title company, and Title Insurance. If you...
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Aubrie Layne
Nov 19, 20221 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
Jul 19, 20213 min read
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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Aubrie Layne
Jan 18, 202110 min read
40 Headshot Tips for Realtors
You may or may not know this about me, but before I was in Real Estate I was a famed Global Trainer for Laura Mercier Cosmetics. I joined...
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Aubrie Layne
Dec 30, 20202 min read
Girls Guide to Make It Rain- Homeownership Is a Key to Building Wealth
I probably have said 1000x you don't have to wait to be married or a grownup or whatever excuses people use to NOT buy a house and just...
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Aubrie Layne
Dec 30, 20202 min read
The Girls Do's & Don'ts Guide to Applying for a Mortgage.
Hooray! So you have found the perfect home. In my post, I will give you some insight that nobody ever stresses enough. Once you’ve found...
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Aubrie Layne
Dec 27, 20202 min read
Get the Guide-Mortgage Pre-Approval Checklist!
Before you can start the search for your dream home, you need to know your budget. After all,what’s the point of shopping if you don’t know
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