Tina Marie Biggs

If you are thinking about buying a home, the first step is getting clear on your numbers. Not just what you are approved for, but what feels comfortable each month once you include taxes, insurance, and your real lifestyle. A lender can provide a pre-approval, but you decide what payment feels right for you. Next, focus on what truly matters in a home. The neighborhood, the layout, the commute, and the school district are hard to change. Paint colors, flooring, and fixtures are easy later. When you walk through homes, look past decor and staging. Pay attention to the roof age, windows, HVAC, plumbing, foundation, and general condition. These are the items that cost real money if they need work. Also, make sure you are working with an agent who will be honest with you, not just trying to close a deal. Your agent should point out red flags, explain every step clearly, and protect your interests during negotiations and inspections. The goal is not just to buy a house. The goal is to buy the right house at a price and payment that support your life and long-term comfort.

If you are thinking about selling, the first step is understanding your local market. Not every neighborhood moves the same way, and pricing your home correctly from the start makes a real difference. The goal is to position the home where it attracts strong interest without leaving money on the table. Take care of the simple things first. A clean, well lit, and decluttered home photographs better and feels better in person. Minor updates like fresh paint, clean carpets, and good lighting can make a stronger impression than major renovations. Focus on repairs that matter. Roof condition, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and signs of moisture are items buyers will look at closely. Addressing issues early or being ready to discuss them openly will help you avoid surprises during inspections. Make sure you are working with an agent who communicates clearly, markets your home well, and knows how to negotiate. Professional photos, strong online placement, and consistent follow up with buyers and agents can make a real difference in your results. The goal is not just to list the home. The goal is to sell it at the right price, on the right timeline, with as little stress as possible.

I have experience on all sides of a transaction. I have represented buyers and sellers, handled short sales and foreclosures, and worked with assumption loans. I also have a background in lending and title. I understand how the financing, contract, and closing pieces actually work, not just the sales part. That means I can spot issues early, explain the process clearly, and protect your interests from start to finish.

A recent transaction that stands out to me was with a couple who had been searching for months and were starting to feel discouraged. They knew what they wanted, but nothing felt like the right fit. Instead of pushing them to settle, we paused and talked through what really mattered to them in their daily life. Once we got clear, the search actually became easier. When the right home came on the market, it checked the core boxes. Not perfect in every detail, but solid where it counted. We moved quickly, negotiated fair terms, and kept the inspection and financing process steady. There were a few bumps along the way, like timing around the appraisal and lender requirements, but we stayed in communication and addressed each part as it came. What made it memorable was the feeling at the closing table. They were comfortable, confident, and happy with the decision. No second thoughts. No stress hangover. Just a good fit and a smooth finish. Those are the transactions I like the most — when the process makes sense, the clients feel supported, and the home truly works for their life.

I got started in real estate after spending years working around it. I worked in lending and in a real estate attorney’s office, so I was already familiar with the contracts, the financing side, and what can go wrong in a transaction. I kept seeing situations where buyers and sellers didn’t have someone truly looking out for them, and I realized I could do more good by being the one guiding the process directly. So I got licensed, and the work fit me immediately. I like problem solving, I like protecting people’s interests, and I like seeing things all the way through. Real estate allowed me to combine those skills with the satisfaction of helping people make real life decisions that matter. That’s still what keeps me in it today.

Yes. My background goes beyond just being licensed. I’ve worked as a loan officer and I’ve worked inside a real estate attorney’s office, so I understand the lending and legal sides of a transaction, not just the sales end. I’ve also handled short sales, foreclosures, assumption loans, estate sales, and inherited property transfers, which means I’m used to complex situations where the details matter. This gives my clients an advantage. I can explain each step clearly, spot issues early, keep communication tight, and make sure everything stays on track from contract to closing. The goal is always to protect my clients and make the process as smooth and well-managed as possible.