Sam Thomas has over 31 years of sales and management experience helping clients, managing representatives and leading managers. His philosophy is to "find the win" for all parties to have success. Prior to his career in real estate, Sam's professional life included finance, insurance, and is a Registered Investment Adviser. Finding solutions, handling negotiations, and project management are valuable skills he provides to clients and to a team of agents. Sam is also a real estate investor. This is a valuable skill he shares with his clients to understand concepts including return on investment (ROI), cap rate, rehab costs, and passive income. Growing up in South Texas, Sam received the benefit of parents who provided a great example of the value of hard work, persistence and God's love. In today's marketplace, there is a tremendous amount of information, data, and technology. Google, Zillow, YouTube, etc., provide an endless supply of knowledge. Knowledge is important, however, what most people need is wisdom. Wisdom to take all that information and make sense of it all.
31 Jan 2024
One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or...
01 Jan 2024
A growing share of home buyers and sellers sat on the sidelines last year as the pace of home sales continued its downward trajectory.1 In fact, since the Federal Reserve began its series of...
01 Dec 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it’s also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to...
01 Nov 2023
Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer...
29 Sep 2023
If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans’ favorite ways to grow their...
01 Sep 2023
Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last...
31 Jul 2023
To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home. Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent...
01 Jul 2023
Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s...
01 Jun 2023
There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Federal Reserve began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage...
01 May 2023
It’s not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally, mortgage rates have risen significantly since 2021, while inventory remains tight for...