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• What does it mean to be a Broker of Broker Associate in Texas?

  I am most excited to share a recent personal, albeit business goal accomplishment. I am now a Texas Real Estate Broker. My license arrived yesterday evidencing the sign of the times, via email. Several years ago my Salesperson license came via mail and it was very exciting to receive a hard copy. The delivery of my Texas Real Estate Broker license was not the most ideal but definitely had the same effect. Yesterday culminated my achievement to pursue a higher licensing standard in real estate in the State of Texas of course. My next goal is to attain the prestigious CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Management) designation by Spring 2011. What does it really means to be a Broker or Broker Associate in Texas? Real estate is an ever-changing industry, from real estate law to the implementation of technology. The need for more educated real estate practitioners is essential to provide consumers with the best possible representation. After all, real estate is perhaps the largest monetary investment most people make in their lives. Read More... Posted Wednesday, June 02, 2010 1:01 PM by Diego Jaramillo | 0 Comments Filed under: Houston Real Estate, Brokerage Services, Texas Real Estate, buying in Houston

• Home Owner Association Subdivision Information

  The emotional rollercoaster of purchasing a home is both thrilling and meticulous. Many buyers and sellers are caught in the overall process when trying to sell their own homes and potentially overlook items that may be of great importance. An agent’s true value is assessed by being the real estate resource and providing as much information to their client during their representation. Resale Certificates are such items that many people forget to give due attention to. Many people forget that it is also a negotiating item during the sale and purchase of a property. It may also protect the future buyer from inheriting additional costs associated with deed restrictions violations and much more. Read More... Posted Saturday, February 02, 2008 12:18 PM by Diego Jaramillo | 0 Comments Filed under: Brokerage Services, Buyer Services, Home Owner Association, Subdivision Information, Mandatory Membership, Resale Certificate, Texas Property Code, Buyer

• Explaining Information About Brokerage Services

  Before working with a real estate broker, you should know that the duties of a broker depend on whom the broker represents. If you are a prospective seller or landlord (owner) or a prospective buyer or tenant (buyer), you should know that the broker who lists the property for sale or lease is the owner's agent. A broker who acts as a subagent represents the owner in cooperation with the listing broker. A broker who acts as a buyer's agent represents the buyer. A broker may act as an intermediary between the parties if the parties consent in writing. A broker can assist you in locating a property, preparing a contract or lease, or obtaining financing without representing you. A broker is obligated by law to treat you honestly. Read More... Posted Friday, November 17, 2006 9:39 AM by Diego Jaramillo | 0 Comments Filed under: Real Estate, Houston Real Estate, Brokerage Services, IABS, Texas Real Estate