6 Things to Consider When Buying a Home

Tips for Buyers
Written By Kristin Koonce, REALTOR®

There’s a lot to take into consideration when it comes to buying a home, especially if you’re moving to a new city. You may be wondering where to start. After you’ve been pre-qualified and we know what your budget is, I’ll get a search set up for you in the MLS (Multiple Listing Service). Believe it or not, the home buying process is not simply typing in a city on Zillow and seeing what houses are listed for sale. This is not an accurate picture of what you can afford and/or what you’re specifically looking for. We don’t want you falling in love with a home that’s in the wrong school district or that’s $50k above your maximum budget.

When it comes to buying a home, there are a few things you need to keep in mind.

Below is a list of 6 things you should consider when buying a home that we’ll use to begin the search process:

  1. school district

  2. price range

  3. square feet

  4. number of bedrooms

  5. number of bathrooms

  6. lot size

We can always adjust this criteria along the way, but putting this on paper will help you see whether or not your wish list is realistic or not. For example, you’re not going to find a house for sale in White Oak ISD that’s also on 4 acres. It doesn’t exist!

Here’s the thing…

I’m here to help with the home buying process! My job as a real estate agent is to make sure you we keep heading in the right direction. It’s easy to lose sight of what’s most important! If you’re thinking about beginning the home buying process, feel free to go ahead and complete my buyer’s intake form. I’ll be in touch after that!

I want to begin the home buying process!

Kristin Koonce Burroughs, REALTOR®
(903)241-2608
kristinkoonce@gmail.com
BOLD Real Estate Group

Kristin Koonce, REALTOR®

Let’s make your listing FAMOUS!

My name is Kristin Koonce, and I’m a one-of-a-kind East Texas listing agent with BOLD Real Estate Group, proudly serving Longview, White Oak, Hallsville, Tyler, and surrounding East Texas communities. I specialize in helping homeowners and land owners see the value and potential in what they already own—and using creativity, strategy, and heart to bring that vision to life.

I’m not your average real estate agent. I stepped into this business boldly because I believe real estate should be done differently—with integrity, intention, and a genuine love for people. I focus on building long-term relationships, staying connected long after the sale, and empowering my clients to make smart, confident financial decisions about their homes and land across East Texas.

My business is built on one simple philosophy—love people well. Every client matters. Every story matters. When you work with me, you’ll never feel like just another transaction. I treat each client as if they were my only one—because trust is earned, and results should follow. My goal is for clients to walk away saying:

“Working with Kristin is better than trying to do this alone.”

I’m known for being creative, proactive, strategic, and detail-oriented. I think ahead, solve problems quickly, communicate clearly, and handle the behind-the-scenes work others avoid. I operate with kindness, professionalism, punctuality, and grace, collaborating seamlessly with agents, lenders, inspectors, appraisers, and title companies to ensure smooth transactions.

If you’re looking for a trusted listing agent in White Oak, Longview, Hallsville, or anywhere in East Texas, I’m here to help. I’m an active member of the Longview MLS, Tyler MLS, and MetroTex, and I specialize in selling residential land, acreage, inherited properties, fixer-uppers, and family homes.

Whether your property is full of memories, potential, or possibilities—I can help you sell it with confidence and care.

I don’t just list properties…I SELL THEM! #getlistinwithkristin

https://www.kristinkoonce.com
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