Smart Selling Strategies
Choose the Best Path for You and Your Family
buy before you sell
Secure your next home first, so you can move with confidence before selling your current one.
Fix then sell
Boost your home’s value by making key improvements before listing it on the market.
sell and stay
Sell your home while staying in it, giving you time to plan your next move stress-free.
traditional
Secure your next home first, so you can move with confidence before selling your current one.
market value cash offers
Boost your home’s value by making key improvements before listing it on the market.
quick cash offers
Sell your home while staying in it, giving you time to plan your next move stress-free.
buy before you sell
Secure your next home first, so you can move with confidence before selling your current one.
Fix then sell
Boost your home’s value by making key improvements before listing it on the market.
sell and stay
Sell your home while staying in it, giving you time to plan your next move stress-free.
traditional
Secure your next home first, so you can move with confidence before selling your current one.
market value cash offers
Boost your home’s value by making key improvements before listing it on the market.
quick cash offers
Sell your home while staying in it, giving you time to plan your next move stress-free.
Short sale
short sale support from experienced professionals who put your needs first.
consulting
Compassionate & Effective Real Estate Solutions During Divorce
Navigating real estate decisions during a divorce can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our approach is built on empathy, effectiveness, and collaboration, ensuring you make informed choices that protect your financial future while reducing stress. We work closely with all parties to create fair, strategic solutions that align with your best interests—always prioritizing integrity and doing the right thing.
With years of experience in real estate consulting, we provide clear guidance, market expertise, and tailored options to help you move forward with confidence. Whether you need to sell, divide assets, or explore creative solutions, we’re here to support you with professionalism and care.
Compassionate & Strategic Real Estate Guidance for Probate
Handling real estate during probate can be complex and emotionally challenging. Our approach is rooted in empathy, effectiveness, and collaboration, ensuring a smooth and informed process while honoring the wishes of your loved one. We work alongside attorneys, executors, and families to provide clear solutions and expert guidance, making sure every decision is handled with care and integrity.
With years of experience navigating probate real estate, we help simplify the process—whether it’s selling the property, managing assets, or understanding your options. Our goal is to minimize stress, protect the estate’s value, and ensure a seamless transition, always prioritizing what’s right for you and your family.
Proactive & Compassionate Support for Pre-Foreclosure
Facing pre-foreclosure can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. We take an empathetic, effective, and collaborative approach to help homeowners explore all available options and regain control of their financial future. Our goal is to provide clarity, solutions, and strategic guidance, ensuring you make informed decisions while protecting your home and credit whenever possible.
With experience in foreclosure prevention and distressed property solutions, we work with lenders, attorneys, and homeowners to create the best possible outcome. Whether it’s loan modification, a short sale, or another alternative, we’re here to guide you through the process with honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing what’s right for you.
Expert Guidance for a Smooth Short Sale Process
When facing financial hardship, a short sale can be a viable solution to avoid foreclosure and move forward with stability. Our approach is rooted in empathy, effectiveness, and collaboration, ensuring you have a clear path toward resolving your mortgage challenges. We work closely with lenders, negotiators, and homeowners to secure the best possible outcome while minimizing stress and financial impact.
With extensive experience in short sales, we handle the complexities of negotiations, paperwork, and timelines—so you don’t have to. Our goal is to protect your interests, preserve your credit as much as possible, and provide a seamless transition to your next chapter, all while ensuring the process is handled with integrity and the right strategy for your situation.
Maximize Your Home’s Value with Our Fix & Sell Program
Selling a home in need of repairs? Our Fix & Sell program helps homeowners increase their property’s market value by making strategic upgrades with no upfront costs. We connect you with trusted contractors to handle renovations that enhance your home’s appeal, ensuring you sell for the highest possible price.
From minor cosmetic updates to major improvements, we guide you through the process, managing timelines and budgets to deliver a hassle-free, profitable sale. Whether you need fresh paint, flooring, kitchen updates, or curb appeal enhancements, our team ensures your home stands out—attracting buyers and maximizing your return.
Sell Your Home & Stay with Flexibility
Need to access your home’s equity without moving right away? Our Sell & Stay program allows you to sell your home while continuing to live in it, giving you financial freedom and time to plan your next move. This option is perfect for homeowners looking to downsize, transition smoothly, or unlock equity for other investments without the pressure of immediate relocation.
We handle the entire process, ensuring a fair sale price and flexible leaseback options that fit your needs. Whether you need months or longer to find your next home, our program provides stability, convenience, and financial flexibility while you stay in control of your future.
Buy First, Sell Later – Move on Your Terms
With our Buy Then Sell program, you can secure your next home without a home sale contingency, giving you a stronger position in negotiations. This means you can buy with confidence, avoid rushed decisions, and get the home that truly fits your needs—without compromise.
Once you’ve moved, selling your current home becomes easier. You won’t have to worry about keeping it spotless for last-minute showings or dealing with the stress of living in a staged home. Instead, you can focus on selling at the right time, maximizing your home’s value, and moving forward on your own terms
What Our Clients say
Our seasoned team excels in real estate with years of successful market navigation, offering informed decisions and optimal results.
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Philip Apffel
I am a realtor who has worked with Allen on the other side of a transaction. He advocates well for his clients and is a pleasure to work with.Posted on Google![]()
Jennifer Hammons
Allen provided us with the most personal professional advice, support and service in relocating back to the Houston area. He is very knowledgeable, always willing to go beyond the normal level to assist you in any request you make of him. He made sure he was available to us at any time!!! We can’t sing his praise enough.Posted on Google![]()
James Brown
Allen’s dedication to smart selling strategies is what sets him apart from other agents—whether it’s ‘buy before you sell’, ‘fix & sell’, or ‘sell & stay’. His creative solutions, and data-driven marketing in the Cypress/Houston market shows he’s committed to doing what’s right for his clients! If you want a real estate expert that will take care of you, definitely reach out. And tell him I said Hi!Posted on Google![]()
Amanda Spence
Allen is not only trustworthy and dependable, but also incredibly knowledgeable about the entire real estate process. He guides his clients with confidence and clarity every step of the way. Buying and selling a home at the same time is no easy feat—it’s often overwhelming and stressful. But Allen has a unique program in place that truly bridges that gap and makes the transition feel smooth and manageable. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, knows the market inside and out, and will go above and beyond to make your goals a reality, Allen is the realtor you want on your side. Highly recommend!Posted on Google![]()
Lisa Blizzard
As a top producing agent I work with many agents good and bad. Allen Markel is a quality; knowledgeable and efficient agent. We had a few complications getting to closing but Allen worked as a team and we got the deal closed and funded right on time. It’s a pleasure to work with a true professionalPosted on Google![]()
Danny Loquercio
I’m in the military getting ready to transfer across the country, I was a first time home buyer, I didn’t know much of anything about what went into buying a home. Then I met Allen I cannot rave enough about how professional and knowledgeable he is at his craft. Where we were looking for homes was over an hour away from where Allen lives and he went on multiple virtual home tours for us on different days he was available 24/7 and when I say 24/7, I mean no matter what he was always available he made a very scary and confusing process very easy and enjoyable. Putting 5 starts on here isn’t enough.Posted on Google![]()
John Smart
Allen Markel went above and beyond helping my fraternity brother relocate to Houston! From the first call to the final walkthrough, Allen was knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cared about making the process smooth and stress-free. He knew the area inside out, gave great advice on neighborhoods, and negotiated a fantastic deal. If you’re moving to Houston, Allen is the guy you want in your corner. Highly recommend! 👏🏡Posted on Google![]()
Kenn Detruz
Allen Markel is truly committed to making it possible for you to find the best home for your needs. Whether you're just starting your search or ready to make a move. With clear information, helpful tools, and a user-friendly experience, Allen ensures that you’re not just browsing listings, but finding a place to call home.Posted on Google![]()
Marc Whitman
Allen Markel was a great choice to sell our home. He has the experience and technology to make the process easy. He’s constantly working and always keeps you updated on progress. I highly recommend Allen for your home buying or selling needs.Posted on Google![]()
Reed
Allen helped me sell my home quickly and for a great price. He is a hard worker and does his very best to communicate every step of the process. He pays attention closely to details and listen accordingly. I think he is extremely professional, capable and trustworthy Real estate agent. I would highly recommend him.Posted on Google![]()
Nathaniel Smith
Allen is the absolute best in the business!!! Smart, knowledgable, patient and someone who we truly consider a friend now after our home buying and selling process. For the buying process, we toured 30+ homes over 6+ months trying to find our perfect house. Allen never complained, never wavered, set up showings within hours of our requests every single time. He makes you feel as though you are his only client, even though he is slammed all the time because everyone wants to work with him! For the selling process, his connections came through for us with a buy before you sell option that worked out seamlessly for what we were looking to do. We bought our new house, moved everything and then put our old house on the market, and guess what - Allen was able to sell the house in only 13 DAYS!!!!!! We have now closed both deals and we have our dream home, all because we met Allen and he guided us through our entire journey. Please use Allen for all your buying or selling needs, you will not regret it!!!!!Posted on Zillow![]()
nathanielelliottsmithVerified
Allen is the absolute best in the business!!! Smart, knowledgable, patient and someone who we truly consider a friend now after our home buying and selling process. For the buying process, we toured 30+ homes over 6+ months trying to find our perfect house. Allen never complained, never wavered, set up showings within hours of our requests every single time. He makes you feel as though you are his only client, even though he is slammed all the time because everyone wants to work with him! For the selling process, his connections came through for us with a buy before you sell option that worked out seamlessly for what we were looking to do. We bought our new house, moved everything and then put our old house on the market, and guess what - Allen was able to sell the house in only 13 DAYS!!!!!! We have now closed both deals and we have our dream home, all because we met Allen and he guided us through our entire journey. Please use Allen for all your buying or selling needs, you will not regret it!!!!!Posted on Google![]()
M Bell
There is so much more to Allen as a real estate agent. He is able to market you home, give you selling advice and even facilitate open houses. Where Allen was the most beneficial was during closing. He was able to provide professional and personal support when my buyers first loan fell through. He has been a rock and a solid friend during this entire journey. So valuable, I even used him at my guide to buy a new home!!Posted on Google![]()
Linda Gonzalez
Allen was the best realtor to work with!! My partner and I bought our first home with his help this year. As first time homebuyers, we really had no clue what the process was like. Allen took the time, and had the patience to answer questions and really explain everything to me and my partner. He gave us his personal number and answered us at all times, DAY OR NIGHT. We both work week day jobs, and he adjusted to our schedules to meet with us. He wasn't just our realtor. He became our friend. We still communicate with him to this day, and still ask questions about our home.Posted on Google![]()
Alexander Lopez
Allen was the best realtor for first time homebuyers. He listens to everything that you like and don’t like and will always send you houses that matches what you like. He is on stand by all the time, you can call him at 11:00PM or 7:00AM and he will answer your call. I can’t praise this man enough for everything he has taught us and for the resources he has to help first time homeowners really get their feet underneath them. We will definitely be using Allen again for our next home search and for when we need to sell our house. Seriously you don’t need to look anywhere else, you found your guy here!Posted on Google![]()
Bellen Betan
The kids and I are very happy that we found Allen. He talked us through our first land purchase. Great guy. Very knowledgeable.Posted on Google![]()
Steven Barber
Allen was a pleasure to work with when moving from out of state. I made an appointment with to “interview” him to ensure he understood what my wife and 8 were looking for. He hit a home run and quickly grasped what we were looking for. We flew in for a weekend to visit our daughter and get a feel for the Houston area and ended up buying a house. Once the purchase agreement was signed on the new construction home, Allen was able to keep us informed and recommend an home inspector for our piece of mind.Posted on Google![]()
Muhammad Shaikh
Allen was a great guy to work with. Very kind, quick to respond, and he is supportive! Highly recommend using him as your realtor!Posted on Google![]()
Jeff elsey
It was a pleasure working with Allen. I would definitely recommendPosted on Google![]()
Maria Perez
Mr. Allen is an excellent realtor, he looks for what suits you best, he is a very positive person, charismatic, he never gives up, I highly recommend him. 5 astral the.
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Mariela Figueroa
You can’t go wrong with Allen. We were new to Texas and he answered all our questions and helped us each step of the way. We decided in an area and he went above and beyond to find us homes, some weren’t even listed! In a month we found a home and a great friend! Thanks Allen, you’re the BEST!Posted on Google![]()
JOHN Seale
Allen did a wonderful job helping us find our home.Posted on Google![]()
Malik Sherwani
Mr Alllen has great guy through out home search he is real genuine and helpful which is. Very rare quality I wish him the bestPosted on Google![]()
Sarah Medina
My husband and I were ready for a move and we were looking for a trustworthy and reliable realtor. We were lucky enough to meet Allen Markel. He knew our market in Katy inside and out. He was spot on with all his numbers and was a true professional and credit to his industry. If your looking to sell or buy a home, Allen is by far the best in his field. His team is phenomenal and helped through the entire process. We could not have chosen a better person to represent us and expedite the sale of our home! Our home sold within 6 days and closed within 30. We could not be happier! Thank you Allen!!! Sincerely, The Medina FamilyPosted on Google![]()
Chaz C
Our experience went great. As soon as we set the parameters for the search, Allen found out what things we had to have and he found us the perfect house. As he was looking for multiple houses to give us the ability to have a plan A & B. This allowed us side-by-side comparisons and to also have a back up plan. Allen is extremely knowledgeable on the market and what we need to know before we commit. He walked us through the process and reassured us at every turn. He also educated us on what we should do, and what we could do in different situations. He also assisted in the walk-throughs for the house, which was very comforting to both of us.He is amazing.Posted on Google![]()
Ken Rosete
Allen Markel helped us buy and sell our house through a bridge loan. He was very knowledgeable, trustworthy and proactive, which we really needed due to our uniquely time sensitive financial situation. I would easily recommend him to all who are in the market to buy and/or sell. He's also an honest and overall great person. We wish you the best! Thank you so much, Allen!Posted on Zillow![]()
tbusenbarkVerified
Allen proved to be an extremely knowledgeable realtor that consistently went the extra mile to help me find my new home. He prioritized finding the right home based on the things I was looking for and made sure I didn't settle. I appreciated how hard he fought for me when issues came up, pushing things through when time was critical and I always felt confident he had my back at each stage of the sale process. I hope I won't be in the need for a realtor again any time soon, but when I do it will definitely be Allen that I call.Posted on Facebook![]()
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is my home worth?
Home values are influenced by market conditions, recent sales, and property features. I provide a free home valuation using data-driven insights and local expertise to give you the most accurate estimate.
How long does it take to sell a home?
The traditional process typically takes 30 to 45 days to close, but we can move as fast or as slow as you need. If you’re in a hurry, we work with trusted partners who can close in as little as 2 weeks. If you want to find your next home first and sell later, we have solutions for that too. Need to align your sale with a new build, life event, or financial situation? We’ve got options. If you’re facing financial duress, we can tailor a strategy—whether that means a fast sale for immediate relief or taking the right steps to maximize your net profit. Whatever your timeline, we’ll help you make the best move.
What should I do to prepare my home for sale?
Small improvements can increase your home’s value and attract buyers. Focus on curb appeal, decluttering, deep cleaning, and minor repairs. Want to maximize your profit? You can even become your own home flipper—we have solutions that allow you to move out, renovate your home, and sell for much more. Whether you need a simple refresh or a full makeover, we’ll guide you through the best strategy to get top dollar.
What are the costs of selling my home?
Typical costs include agent commissions, closing costs, potential repairs, and staging expenses, but there are various strategies to reduce your costs. We offer a bidding platform with a seller dashboard, where buyers compete for your home. In this platform, we can add a buyer’s premium to their bid, which helps shift buyer agent compensation to the buyer—potentially lowering your out-of-pocket costs. We’ll consult you on the pros and cons of each approach, so you can make the best decision for your situation while maximizing your net proceeds.
Should I sell my home before buying a new one?
It depends on your financial situation, market conditions, and your stress tolerance. We offer various solutions to reduce stress on both the buying and selling sides. By purchasing first, you eliminate the contingency on your current home sale, making your offer much stronger in a competitive market. You also get to take your time choosing the perfect next home without feeling rushed or compromising. On the selling side, moving out first means you don’t have to deal with keeping your home spotless for showings or leaving on short notice for buyer tours. Whether you prefer to buy before you sell, sell first, or explore alternative options, we’ll help you find the best strategy for your situation.
What financing options are available for buyers?
There are several loan programs, including Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, Jumbo loans, Rent-to-Own, Owner Financing, Down Payment Assistance, and Stated Income loans. I work with top lenders who can help you explore the best options—whether you’re a first-time buyer, business owner, ITIN holder, or an experienced buyer looking to upsize, downsize, or relocate. Whatever your situation, we’ll find the right financing solution for you.
How do I make a competitive offer on a home?
Is now a good time to buy?
- Home prices are rising faster than interest rates are dropping. The longer you wait, the more expensive homes become, meaning it’s actually costing you more not to buy.
- Marry the house, date the rate. Lock in a home now while you can, and if interest rates go down later, you can refinance to a lower rate.
- Real estate appreciates over time. A home bought 30 years ago is now worth 300% more, proving that the sooner you buy, the sooner you start earning home appreciation and building wealth.
- If you’re renting, you’re still paying a mortgage—just not yours. Instead of building your landlord’s wealth, why not start building your own?
Is now a good time to Sell?
How do I avoid common home-buying/selling mistakes?
Why should I work with you as my real estate agent?
- Top-tier marketing and exposure
- AI-driven targeting for the right buyers
- Expert negotiation to get you the best deal
- Transparent, honest guidance every step of the way