James Jenkins The Realtor Services

Realtor · Houston, Texas

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Here is what working with James Jenkins The Realtor in Houston 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.

Home search and private showings

Tours of homes for sale in and around Houston, including new listings as they hit the market.

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 Houston home.

Listing preparation

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

Marketing the listing

MLS exposure, online listing portals, signage and open houses where they make sense.

Offer review and negotiation

Comparing offers on price, terms and financing strength, then negotiating to a signed contract.

Focus areas

Investment Property

Rental comparables and cash-flow estimates for investors.

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 Houston home

Illustrative figures for a home at the local typical value of $261,740. Real numbers depend on your agreement, lender and title company.

Item	Rate	On $262K
Listing-side commission (negotiable)	2.5–3%	$6,544–$7,852
Buyer-side compensation (negotiable)	2–3%	$5,235–$7,852
Buyer closing costs (lender, title, escrow)	2–5%	$5,235–$13,087
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 Houston

Pasadena, TX11 mi · $219K Missouri City, TX15 mi · $333K Pearland, TX15 mi · $381K Deer Park, TX15 mi · $280K Humble, TX17 mi · $253K Friendswood, TX19 mi · $458K Sugar Land, TX19 mi · $442K Atascocita, TX20 mi · $308K

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 James Jenkins The Realtor work with both buyers and sellers?

Most agents and brokerages represent both, but not in the same transaction without written consent. Ask how James Jenkins The Realtor 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.