Buy with Shayla
Your home search, made simple
Ready to buy a home? First-time buyer, upsizing, adding a rental or buying land — my goal is to make your purchase as smooth and seamless as possible. It starts with a simple conversation.
My proven process
Eight steps from “just looking” to keys in hand.
Texas has its own way of doing things — like the option period. I’ll walk you through every step so you always know what comes next.
- Prepare01–02
- Find03–04
- Contract05–07
- Close08
- 01
Prepare
A simple conversation
We talk about where you are in the process, what you need and what you’re hoping for. No pressure — just a plan.
- 02
Prepare
Get your numbers
I introduce you to lenders I trust so you know your budget and your monthly payment before you fall in love with a home.
- 03
Find
Search & alerts
Search every MLS listing right here, and I set up alerts — including my Coming Soon homes — so you hear first.
- 04
Find
Tours
In person or by live video. I’ll give you my honest take on every home, including the things the listing photos don’t show.
- 05
Contract
Offer & negotiation
I build your offer from recent sales and write terms that protect you — then I fight for the best deal.
- 06
Contract
Option period
Inspections, repair negotiations and a clear plan inside your Texas option period. I explain every step.
- 07
Contract
Appraisal & financing
I stay on top of the lender, appraisal, survey and title so nothing slips through the cracks.
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Close
Keys in hand
Final walkthrough, signing and keys — and I’m still your resource long after closing.
Why buyers choose me
An advocate on your side — not the seller’s.
- Every MLS listing plus my Coming Soon homes and instant alerts
- Honest advice on value, backed by recent sales
- Land, acreage and rural property know-how most agents don’t have
- New-construction representation — at no cost to you in most cases
- Lenders, inspectors and title partners I trust
- A certified Military Relocation Professional for PCS moves
Mortgage calculator
What will my monthly payment be?
Down payment: · Loan amount:
Estimated monthly payment
Estimates only, for illustration. Texas property taxes vary by county, school district and MUD/PID district. Talk with a lender for an exact quote.
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My buyer guide
Everything you need to know to buy a home, land or acreage in North Texas — from your first pre-approval to the day you get the keys.
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Land, new builds and PCS moves.
Land & Acreage
Raw land, homesites and acreage across Grayson, Fannin, Collin, Hunt and Lamar counties — from s…
New Construction
Compare builders, communities and incentives — with your own agent on your side from contract to…
Military & First Responder Relocation
PCS moves, VA loans and hometown-hero programs, handled by a Military Relocation Professional wh…
Buyer FAQ
How to buy a home in North Texas: your questions
How much money do I need to buy a home in North Texas?
Plan for a down payment (from 0% with VA or USDA to 3–5% on many conventional and FHA loans), closing costs of roughly 2–4%, earnest money and a small option fee. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has a helpful worksheet, and I’ll introduce you to lenders I trust before you shop.
Are there programs that help me buy a home in Texas?
Yes. The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation offers down-payment help and Homes for Texas Heroes for teachers, police, firefighters, EMS and veterans, and the VA home loan program covers eligible service members. Ask your lender which programs they work with.
What is the option period in Texas?
It’s a short window in the contract when you can walk away for any reason for a small fee — the time for inspections and repair talks. It protects you when you buy a home in Texas. The Texas Real Estate Commission publishes the standard forms we use.
Can you help me buy a home in a new-construction community?
Yes — and in most cases it costs you nothing, because the builder pays my fee. I compare builders, incentives and MUD or PID tax rates, and I come to the pre-drywall and final walkthroughs. See new construction.
How long does it take to buy a home?
About 30 to 45 days from accepted offer to closing with a mortgage, and faster with cash. Getting pre-approved first is the best way to buy a home without surprises — start with my mortgage calculator.
Ready when you are
Ready to buy a home?
Whether you’re moving next month or next year, the first step is a simple conversation about where you are and how I can help.