That is exactly why it is critically important that you hire an expert to help you navigate through all the details and negotiations.

Yes, there are lots of Real Estate Agents, but not all of them may be looking out for your best interest. Therefore the first thing you need to do in this process is to find a real estate agent that you can trust, that has experience and importantly has great negotiation skills.

From the experience side of things.
A few things to ask a prospective agent?

How long have you been in Real Estate?

Do you do this full time?

What are your sales stats for the last couple years.

(These may seem like intrusive questions, but any top-producing agent will actually welcome them)

The importance of Negotiation.

is probably the most important skill that an agent can possess. The agent could be an excellent salesperson, but without negotiating skills you might not be getting the best deal for your dollar.

A really great agent will listen to the concerns of both the buyer and the seller and then work on something that benefits both parties.

A great negotiator will ask the proper questions to find out exactly what those concerns are, and in addition what each side wants to ultimately accomplish.

The goal being, to turn your transaction into a win-win situation for both parties.

Area knowledge.

An agent should have in-depth knowledge of the area in which the property is located.

From a seller’s perspective, knowing the actual value of the property and how much the sellers could get for it is vital.

From the buyer’s perspective, the agent should know about schools, local amenities and even which local business are in the surrounding area. On the subject of tax rates, building codes, home repairs and insurance costs, an experienced agent can also point out exactly where to get the information.

In conclusion, picking an agent that has the experience and negotiating skills to help with selling or buying a home is an incredibly important step. Be careful to choose a strong partner in your pursuit of either selling or buying.

Jenifer Somich
Cell: 713-504-1767
Office Direct: 281-204-1040
Email: jsomich@remax.net

The cost of living index is based on the composite price of groceries, housing, utilities, transportation, health care, clothing and entertainment.
Cost of living indexes will generally be higher in areas that offer access to beaches, culture, arts and recreation. In addition areas, that offer a wider variety of services such as health and education will run higher due to higher wages, and increased quality of living.

Cost of living indexing explanation
A figure of 100 points is used as an average both for the USA and Florida. For example:
NewYork City is ranked at a 154.0
Boston Mass is rated at 132.4

For example-If you were relocating from Denver (whose rate is 103.9) to Houston, and you currently make $50,000 per year, the formula is as follows:
• Take the destination index, in this case Houston at-91.0 and divide by Denvers ’s index-103.9, then multiply by a salary of $50,000. This will give you a figure of $43,792, which you would be required to make in Houston and have the same quality of life.
Houston provides the opportunities and conveniences found in large cities, but is more affordable than many small cities. Bargain housing prices and a low tax burden keep living expenses in Houston below those in most other major metropolitan areas.

The ACCRA 10-Cost of Living Index shows that Houston’s overall after-taxes living costs are 9 percent below the nationwide average, largely due to housing costs that are 21 percent below the average. 



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Objective:

Jenifer’s objective is to earn your business and referrals by professional and aggressive marketing, concern for your needs and assist you in understanding and completing the real estate process. Whether you are buying or selling, you can count on her to give you a very conscientious market analysis, to be in constant communication with you, to assist you in analyzing the details, and to guide you through a successful transaction.

Specializing in the Following Areas:

Buying and selling in any neighborhood in the Clear Lake Area, including South Shore Harbour, League City, Nassau Bay, Webster, the Johnson Space Center and NASA area, Seabrook, Kemah, El Lago, Waterfront Communities, Friendswood, Pearland, Pasadena, Deer Park, or relocating to any Houston community.

Real Estate Expertise:

Serving the Clear Lake area since 1997, Jenifer offers her customers personalized and professional service. A stellar production record is just one way to measure her dedication to buying and selling homes with her customers best interests always #1! Follow the link to read some Client Comments.

Jenifer is a Houston native and a local resident of South Shore Harbour, nestled between Houston and Galveston. She has extensive community knowledge and works as a full time agent. Jenifer was named Rookie of the Year in 1998 and Women’s Council of REALTORS Member of the Year in 1999. She wrote $4.1 million in contracts in 2002 and has written $4.5 million for 2003.

In 2003, Jenifer served as the Texas State Vice President with the Women’s Council of Realtors. In 2002, she served as president of Women’s Council of REALTORS mentoring other agents in the Greater Bay Area to strive to their own potential and works toward serving her community and her peers. Women’s Council of REALTORS is a community of Real Estate Professionals creating career opportunities, promoting success strategies, and inspiring leadership and individual achievement.

She continues to be a multi-million dollar producer. All this just means you have her experience on your side.

Jenifer Somich Believes in the Community:

Supporter of CCISD Administration Events

Sponsor and Volunteer of Elementary School Functions

PTA Member

Sponsor of League City Little League

Volunteer Children’s Miracle Network

Jenifer’s Philosophies that have an impacted her life:

“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”

“Faith is daring to go beyond what the eyes can see. For we walk by faith not by sight.” 2 Cor 5:7

“The heart is happiest when it beats for others. ” John 15:13

Additional Information about Jenifer:

Rookie of the Year in 1998

Women’s Council of Realtors – Texas District Vice-President 2003, Women’s Council President in 2002; Women’s Council of REALTORS Member of the Year in 1999.

Uses cutting edge technology including virtual tours; photo galleries; websites that give a national, regional, state and local presence to assist buyers and sellers; custom color brochures; local magazines and trade papers.

Count and Jenifer and her team to use the best technical resources available to assist in your real estate transaction.

She continues to be a multi-million dollar producer. All this just means you have her experience on your side.

She and her husband, Robert (a Texas Aggie!- Class of ’86. Whoop!) have two children, and are active in school and church activities.

As president to WCR, the local Women’s Council of Realtors, she enjoys participating in and supporting community functions. In 2003, Jenifer is serving on the committee that supports Children’s Miracle Network with charitable fundraising and organizing local events.

For My Buyers:

Explain the various forms of financing that are possible.

Help you get the lowest interest rate on your mortgage.

Give you an accurate estimate of the total cash required to purchase a home.

Show you any home available for sale, regardless of which real estate company has it listed or advertised.

Give you facts on past appreciating rates for neighborhoods.

Help you obtain a mechanical inspection of the property.

Walk through the home with you prior to settlement.

Attend closing with you and help explain all closing documents.

Keep you informed along the entire way.

Keep in touch after the sale.