AHSS: Accredited Home-Staging Specialist

Houston Native and a Second Generation Realtor. I have been helping people fulfill their dreams for over 20 years .Whether it be purchasing a new home or marketing your current property for sale I am here to help you through the process.

It is my focus on God and my family that I believe results in my true success. This focus is applied to spending time with my family, being active in my church and interacting with the community.

I worked at Re/Max Associates in League City-South Shore for over 20 years and found it very rewarding. After my last broker past away, I went to work for UTR Texas Realtors and absolutely love it.



I always strive to provide services that go well beyond the average Real Estate Agent. As a part of this focus and determination, I have spent countless hours diversifying my skills to better equip my clients with choices. These skills include, but are not limited to, becoming an Interior Decorator and a Home Staging Specialist specifically for my clients. These additional skills can benefit both buyers and sellers. When selling, I can help stage your home for a quick sell plus offer other decorating advice if needed. Remember, first impressions are everything. For buyers, I can help you see all the potential a home has to offer. I can accomplish this by helping you visualize a home through my professional decorator's eye and see all the potential a home has to offer

I have a firm belief that relationships with clients are based on absolute honesty, loyalty, and dedication. I also know that it is crucial to understand your client needs. It is my personal commitment to always strive to exceed my client’s expectations.

Let me assist you with any of your Real Estate needs. Whether that be, Property Management, Resale, New Home purchase, listing your home for sale, foreclosures, or commercial Real Estate. I service all the surrounding areas.

Philippians 4;13------" I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"

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“YOUR PERSONAL REALTOR”

Buying or selling a home involves some of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. My top priority is to meet all your real estate needs with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

• 100% Full-time Realtor
• Understanding to obtain the best financing
• Will keep your best interest as an experienced Buyer’s Agent
• Will represent you as an experienced Seller’s Agent who knows the market to sell your home
• Member of Houston Association of Realtors
• Email me for a FREE buyers or sellers consultation. Will respond within 24 hours.
• FREE Relocation Packet with Virtual tours on CD-ROM
• Call me to become part of my “A-Client” program

Please call me today to discuss all your Real Estate needs!

(281) 415-8606 Direct

My husband and I moved to the Houston/Bay Area over 28 years ago. We have raised our family in the Clear Lake/League City area and have made this our home!!! This area has grown so much and I enjoy sharing all the area has to offer. I love this area and want to help you make this your home, too!! I enjoy working with sellers and buyers and making your dream home a reality. Call me today...832/274-3087

As an agent who's an expert in this local area, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate here. It's not the same everywhere, so you need someone you can trust for up-to-date information. I am eager to serve you. Turning your Dreams into an Address

Specializing in Texas Real Estate! As your real estate resource, Darlene Gilley provides you with real estate information for the Pearland area. Whether you are looking for your dream home or you need to sell your existing home Darlene Gilley can help you with the details from start to finish. I understand that each family or individual has their own unique lifestyle and interests. With that in mind it is my goal to help you find that special home that is right for you. I can help you find properties in Houston, Alvin, Clear Lake, Friendswoods, Pearland, League City, Texas City or surrounding areas. And if you are selling your current home, Darlene Gilley will help you find the right neighborhood in the right city for you.

I may know of homes that aren't even on MLS yet, so you are first in the door! As Listing Agents in these areas market, I have many featured properties. With different marketing channels of advertising, I represent the most effective and professional program available for our sellers.

Buying a home is an exciting but often overwhelming experience, particularly if you are buying your first home. As your REALTOR�, we can help you through the home buying process and assure that you find the right home for you, at the right price for you. Every homebuyer has a number of concerns, all of which we can help you with:

Setting a Time Frame There are a lot of variables in the home-buying process, which means the time it takes to find and buy your new home varies too. A typical home search process may take three to four months, including the mortgage approval process, comparing and evaluating properties, making an offer and the closing process. The loan process typically takes 40-60 days.

The Lending Process Perhaps one of the most intimidating aspects of buying a home is the mortgage approval process. We'll be here to help guide you through this, but there are many ways you can prepare early to make the process smoother. Start by making sure your budget is under control--make a list of all your monthly expenses, compare it with your income, and see if adjustments need to be made. You should also try to pay off small credit card balances. Start gathering documents you may need, such as W-2 forms, income taxreturns for the past few years, pay stubs, records of child support or alimony, bank statements for the past several months, and your credit report. Also, be sure to allow for closing costs. Getting several offers will allow you to compare loans and get the best deal.

Determining How Much You Can Afford A general guideline to consider is that most buyers purchase a home that costs about one and a half to two and half times their current annual income. For example, someone earning $50,000 a year might purchase a home for $75,000 to $125,000. Mortgage payments should be about 26-28 percent of your gross monthly income. Existing debt is also considered in the mortgage process, and total debt payments (car payments, credit cards, student loans, etc.) should not exceed 40 percent of your gross monthly income.

Finding a Home That Meets Your Needs and Wants Before you start looking at properties, make a list of "must-have" features along with optional features you'd like to have. "Must-have" features may include the number of bedrooms and bathrooms you'll need to accommodate your family, location (consider commute to work, which schools your children will attend, etc.), lot size and special needs (handicapped access, etc.). Optional features may include the architectural styling, bay windows, landscaping, etc. Having a clear idea of what you want in a home will help your REALTOR� find the perfect property for you.

Educating yourself about the home-buying process is key to getting a home you love and can afford. As your REALTOR�, we are here to answer any questions you might have and guide you through this process.

Selling your home involves much more than just placing a "For Sale" sign in your yard and going to the closing. As a REALTOR�, we are here to help you prepare your home for sale, market your home, and guide you through the sale process to ensure you sell your home within your time frame and get the best price possible

As your REALTOR�, we will determine the correct price range for your home, point out things you should do to make your home more appealing to buyers, and devise the most effective plan of action. Here are some of the steps we will take to sell your home:

• Review the selling process--without the technical jargon • Perform a comparative market analysis • Determine the list and target prices • Market your property • Keep communication open • Present the purchase agreement

Factors That Affect Your Home's Sale There are three main factors that determine how marketable your home--price, financing, and time.

Price - If your home is priced too high, you must be willing to wait much longer for your home to sell. Either it will take that much longer to find someone to pay more than the home is worth, or the market will eventually catch up to the asking price of the home through inflation.

Financing - You may not realize it, but the financing of your buyer can have a tremendous impact on the success of selling your home. Try to offer very attractive financing options. Consider carrying the financing yourself at a below-market interest rate or preparing your home for government financing. This could open the door for many buyers that otherwise wouldn't even consider your home. Time - If your time frame is important then you must be willing to lower the price.

Year after year Alan has been a Houston/NASA Area top REALTOR. Alan has an unprecedented 197 HAR Client Experience Rating reviews and an overall outstanding rating of 4.96-5.0. Alan has lived in the Houston/NASA Area for 35 years. Treating each client with kindness, respect and appreciation for their business and trust. For both sellers and buyers Alan is a very skilled and strategic negotiator working to your advantage. Alan is also RELOCATION COMPANY APPROVED. However, if you don't see his name on your company's list he has the credentials to be added. Here's what a few of Alan's past clients had to say about their experience...

I have worked with about 6 agents over the last few years and Alan is unquestionably the best I've worked with.

Kent and Ann McKitrick

"He is great. I appreciate his professionalism,enthusiam,sincerity and honesty. He did an excellent job. Thanks!" Cindy Ou

"Made me feel that I could ask any kind of question. Very much a gentleman. Loretta Bednarz

"I love how organized you are and the great use of technology. It made everything run so smoothly. Thanks!" Dawn Cepica

"Alan Jacobs handled the contract with professional skill and diplomacy,at what could have been a difficult moment in my elderly mothers life. We both appreciated his kindness." Pat Cohn

"Alan Jacobs was exceptional in marketing our home. We were very pleased with the way our home was presented. We would be happy to be used as a refference. Thanks," Donald and Marilyn Stewart

"Excellent service and advice,and a pleasure to work with." David and Susan Rossman

"I felt very confident with Alan,he knows his business." Mr.and Mrs. W. Schultz

"When Alan Jacobs came over to our house to list it, he went over everything with us in detail and answered all of our questions. He also told us what we needed to do inside and outside to make our home more attractive to potential buyers. We did so and quickly had multiple offers on the house. The house sold for just under list price and in far less time than he originally predicted." James B. Hickok

"Alan was an absolute joy to work with. His knowledge of the market,his rapport with the building inspection agency and finanical institutions commanded respect from them. All of these individuals had mutual respect for Alan. He also has a great sense of humor." Robert and Kathy Schaertl

"Alan did an outstanding job. I will recommend him to all my friends." Patrick Driscoll

"The only problem we had with the sale of our home was it sold in 2 days! What service!" Paula Threatt

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