The White Oak Homeowner’s Guide to Selling in 2026

Tips for Sellers

Nov 11

Written By Kristin Koonce Burroughs, REALTOR®

If you’re a homeowner in White Oak, Texas, you’ve probably asked yourself: “Is now the right time to sell? How can I get top dollar? What do I need to know to make this process smooth?”

I’m Kristin Koonce, your go-to White Oak and East Texas listing agent, and I’ve helped countless homeowners in White Oak, Longview, Kilgore, Hallsville, Carthage, and surrounding East Texas areas successfully sell their homes…even in a shifting market! Whether this is your first time selling or you’re planning ahead for 2026, this guide walks you through everything you need to know to sell your home quickly, confidently, and for top value.

1. Understand the White Oak Real Estate Market

Knowledge is power. White Oak has its own unique market trends compared to Longview or Carthage. For example:

homes often move faster than neighboring areas if priced correctly because folks are moving to White Oak specifically for the school district
buyers are looking for spacious lots, updated interiors, and turnkey move-in ready homes

As your listing agent, I monitor market activity weekly so your home is priced right and positioned to attract serious buyers immediately.

2. Price Your Home Strategically

Overpricing is the #1 reason homes linger on the market…even in White Oak! Buyers have access to online tools and know what properties in your neighborhood are worth.

Strategic pricing does three things:

attracts buyers quickly
creates competition and multiple offers
maximizes your final sale price

I use comparative market analysis (CMA) and local insights to ensure your home is priced competitively—not just to sell, but to sell for top dollar.

3. Make a Memorable First Impression

First impressions are everything, and that starts online:

professional photography highlights your home’s best features
virtual tours or video walkthroughs give buyers an emotional connection before they ever step inside
clean, decluttered, and staged interiors make your home feel inviting and move-in ready

In White Oak, buyers want to envision themselves enjoying the lifestyle your home offers—whether that’s backyard barbecues, pond views, or space for horses and gardens.

4. Market Beyond the MLS

Listing your home on the MLS is just the beginning. Today’s buyers are scrolling social media, Google searches, and real estate websites before calling an agent.

A strong marketing plan includes:

targeted Facebook and Instagram ads to reach local and high-dollar buyers
email campaigns to East Texas agents and buyer networks
SEO-optimized listings and blog posts that make your home discoverable online

As your White Oak listing agent, I create a strategy that puts your home in front of the right buyers, fast.

5. Prepare for Showings

Even the best online presence can’t replace in-person showings. White Oak buyers appreciate homes that are:

clean, decluttered, and staged
easy to access for tours
well-maintained and move-in ready

Flexibility matters. The easier it is for buyers to see your home, the more likely you are to generate serious offers quickly.

6. Work With the Right Listing Agent

Selling a home in White Oak isn’t just about putting a sign in the yard. The right listing agent:

understands the local market inside and out
creates a comprehensive marketing and pricing strategy
negotiates to get you top dollar
guides you through every step with confidence

As your go-to White Oak listing agent, I combine market expertise, strategic marketing, and local insights to make selling your home simple, effective, and profitable. Don’t hire an agent who will just “set it and forget it” and fail to do your home justice. We realtors are the most expensive part of a transaction. Make sure you’re actually getting your money’s worth!

Visit my Example Listings page and see what I provide to every single seller I work with.

Final Thoughts

Selling your home in White Oak in 2026 can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategy, pricing, and guidance, it doesn’t have to be. From professional marketing to show-ready preparation and strategic pricing, the key is positioning your home to attract the right buyers—quickly.

If you’re thinking about selling your White Oak home, whether now or in 2026, let’s connect. I’ll help you create a custom plan to sell confidently and maximize your home’s value.

CLICK HERE TO GET A FREE HOME VALUE REPORT.

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

Kristin Koonce, REALTOR®
(903)241-2608
kristinkoonce@gmail.com
www.kristinkoonce.com
BOLD Real Estate Group, Suzanne Smith, Broker/Owner

Tips for Sellers

Kristin Koonce Burroughs, REALTOR®

My name is Kristin Koonce Burroughs and I’m a REALTOR® in East Texas for BOLD Real Estate Group.

For starters, I’m not your average real estate agent! I jumped into this business boldly four (4) years ago because I want to make a difference. I want to do what other realtors aren’t doing.

My entire business is built around loving people well. That’s my business philosophy and that’s what I’m all about! I want others to be so delighted with my services, they can’t help but tell their friends about their experience with me. I want my clients to say, “Working with Kristin is better than trying to do this alone.”

In regards to my work ethic, I’m a morning person and I get the majority of my work done before most people’s alarms go off. I’m creative, proactive, a go-getter, self-disciplined, and self-motivated with an appetite to grow and be better than I was yesterday. I’m a problem solver who is strategic and thinks outside of the box. I have a lot of energy, talk fast, work quickly, and don’t drag my feet. I care a great deal about offering integrity, kindness, grace, and punctuality to the clients, agents, lenders, inspectors, appraisers, and title companies I interact with. I treat every client as if they were my only client because that matters to me. Folks can tell when a realtor is too busy or inattentive.

I’m not in it for the money, but I will absolutely earn my paycheck. Realtors are the most expensive part of a real estate transaction. If someone is going to trust me with the biggest financial decision they will ever make, then you can bet your bottom dollar I’m going to make sure they get their money’s worth. I’m going the extra mile. It’s who I am. I put my all into everything I do.

So, if you’re looking for a real estate agent in East Texas who can help you list property or buy property, let’s chat. You won’t regret it.

https://www.kristinkoonce.com