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March 3, 2020

Benefits of an Open House

When you’re selling your home, hosting an open house is a great way to show off your property to a wide variety of potential buyers. Though a majority of homebuyers turn to the internet or social media first when they look for a new home, they will eventually narrow their search with in-person visits. An open house is a pertinent next step for buyers! At The Lippincott Team, we pride ourselves in listing your home attractively online with professional photography and engaging, thorough descriptions to best capture its attributes. However, a live visit is critical so prospective buyers can get an accurate picture. Plus, an open house gives your buyers the opportunity to get familiar with the neighborhood or subdivision. […]
February 26, 2020

5 Benefits to Using a Realtor® in 2020

“Do I really need to hire a Realtor®?” “What do they actually do, besides showing homes and arranging paperwork?” If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why it’s truly a benefit to use a Realtor®, you’re not alone! When you hire The Lippincott Team, you can expect to have an easier, smoother transaction and access to the market in Northwest Houston that will be essential to ensuring a positive experience! Check out these 5 benefits to using The Lippincott Team, instead of trying to buy or sell a home on your own. We Have Expert Market Expertise We’re real estate leaders in the Northwest Houston area, and we pride ourselves on our extensive market knowledge. We constantly track past, current, and […]
October 7, 2019

Interest Rate trends in 2019

The Lippincott Team has been busy all summer long, and we’re continuing to work hard for our wonderful clients as we transition into a bustling fall season. If you’re looking to finance a new home or refinance your current home, now may be the perfect time. Here’s why: mortgage rates recorded their lowest monthly average in over three years last month! According to three top industry forecasts, the trend toward low mortgage rates and increased housing construction will continue for the remainder of 2019 and into 2020. Great news, right? To help put this into perspective for our buyers, we’ve compared current rates to rates from just one year ago. Mortgage rates are currently about 1.25 percentage points lower – […]
June 20, 2019

Answering 5 FAQ’s from First-Time Homebuyers

The whole homebuying experience can feel overwhelming – especially if this is your very first purchase! These are the top five questions we hear from first-timers in Houston. 1. “Which loan program is best?”The FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan program was actually made for first-time buyers. You may have heard a 20% down payment is required to buy a home – not true! Here are some of the big benefits with the FHA program Only 3.5% down payment required Credit scores as low as 580 may qualify Condos and multi-unit properties are eligible It’s a good idea to get pre-approved for your loan before you start looking for a house. That way, when you find the right one, you’re not […]
March 28, 2019

We’re Seeing Red in 2019!

Move over, “Orange is the New Black” … red is officially the new green for The Lippincott Team! This month, we announced our biggest change yet: we’ve officially moved from Better Homes and Gardens Gary Greene to our new broker, Keller Williams Platinum! We are so grateful for the time we spent with Better Homes and Gardens Gary Greene and will continue holding the great people there in the highest regard, but we are so excited for our future with Keller Williams Platinum! We look forward to taking all of our amazing families, friends, and clients on this new journey with us. Keller Williams Platinum in Northwest Houston serves as the real estate broker for more than 242 real estate […]
March 28, 2019

Living the Dream: The Lippincott Team and American Dream TV

You’ve probably seen some expertly produced clips being shared on our social media pages recently. Maybe you’re wondering exactly who The American Dream is, what they’re about and how The Lippincott Team got involved with The American Dream. Read on…
January 17, 2019

Home Decor Trends in 2019

The New Year is here! When it comes to creating the perfect living space, the design elements you choose can make or break your home’s entire aesthetic.
January 17, 2019

New Year, New Home!

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2019, most of us begin to think about goals we’d like to achieve in the new year.
November 27, 2018

Is Your Home Fire-Safe?

Make Sure You’re Taking These Simple Steps for a Safer Home