Lorrie Ziegler, REALTOR® Blog

Do I Need a REALTOR® to Buy a New Construction Home in San Antonio?

How having your own REALTOR® protects you (usually at no cost)
Posted by Lorrie Ziegler on October 20, 2026 in  Buying A Home  New Construction  North San Antonio  San Antonio
The short answer: you don’t have to, but it’s smart to have one. The friendly sales consultant at the model home works for the builder, not for you. Having your own REALTOR® means someone is looking out for your interests from your first visit to your one-year warranty walk-through, and in most cases the builder pays your agent’s compensation. I get this question all the time, so let’s break it down.   Who does the builder’s sales consultant work for? The builder. They... read more
3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today’s Housing Market If you’ve been thinking about buying a home lately, chances are you’ve also seen some pretty dramatic headlines. One day it’s “prices are about to crash.”The next day it’s “wait for rates to drop.”Then suddenly everyone online is acting like the entire housing market is about to fall apart. It’s no wonder buyers feel uncertain. The problem is, a lot of what gets attention onl... read more