Julie Woods & Associates Real Estate Firm Services

Real Estate Brokerage · Longview, Texas

11:49 PM in Longview Directions

Here is what working with Julie Woods & Associates Real Estate Firm in Longview typically covers, from the first consultation to closing day. Services and terms vary, so confirm the details in your written agreement.

Buyer services

Buyer consultation and agreement

Budget, timing, must-haves and the written buyer agreement required before touring.

Showings in Longview

Scheduling private tours, previewing listings and flagging issues worth a closer look.

Offers and counteroffers

Contract terms, earnest money, inspection and appraisal contingencies explained step by step.

Getting to the closing table

Coordinating with the lender, title or escrow office and the other agent so nothing slips.

Selling a home

Pricing analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis based on recent sales near your Longview home.

Listing preparation

Advice on repairs, staging and photography before the home goes live.

Listing exposure

Putting the home in front of local agents and online shoppers through the MLS and listing sites.

Showings, offers and closing

Scheduling showings, reviewing offers and managing the contract to closing.

How a typical transaction works

ConsultA first conversation about goals, budget and timing — and a written agreement that spells out services and compensation.
PrepareBuyers get pre-approved; sellers review a pricing analysis and prepare the home for photos.
Market & tourListings go live on the MLS; buyers tour homes and compare recent sales.
NegotiateOffers, counteroffers, inspection requests and appraisal issues are worked through.
CloseFinal walk-through and signing with the title or escrow company under Texas rules.

Typical costs on a Longview home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $235,107. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $235K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$5,878–$7,053
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$4,702–$7,053
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$4,702–$11,755
Home inspection	flat	$350–$600

Every percentage above is negotiable and is set in the written agreement. Typical value from the Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026).

Areas around Longview

Marshall, TX22 mi · $166K Henderson, TX24 mi · $209K Jefferson, TX29 mi · $166K Troup, TX33 mi Carthage, TX33 mi · $203K Tyler, TX34 mi · $252K Scroggins, TX42 mi Jacksonville, TX48 mi · $221K

Questions about these services

How are real estate agents paid in Texas?

Compensation is negotiable and set out in writing. Sellers sign a listing agreement; since August 2024 buyers sign a written buyer agreement before touring homes with an agent, stating what the agent will be paid and by whom.

Does Julie Woods & Associates Real Estate Firm work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how Julie Woods & Associates Real Estate Firm handles dual agency or designated agency under Texas law.

What should I prepare before the first meeting?

Buyers: a mortgage pre-approval, a target budget and a list of must-haves. Sellers: your mortgage payoff estimate, a list of upgrades with dates, and any HOA or survey documents.