Team Integrity Realty

Team Integrity Realty Laura Holbert, Broker/Realtor #01932682
Cheryl Shadden, Broker/Realtor #01932888
Making Dreams Come True One Home at a Time. "The Power of Two"

Helping Home Sellers and Home Buyers is What we do Best!

It’s Friday… so let’s be honest 😅If your house had a personality, what would it be?🏡 The “I look clean but don’t check t...
06/05/2026

It’s Friday… so let’s be honest 😅

If your house had a personality, what would it be?

🏡 The “I look clean but don’t check the junk drawer” home
🏡 The “I started 7 projects and finished none” home
🏡 The “Pinterest-perfect… but no one can sit anywhere” home
🏡 The “We live here and we’re not apologizing for it” home

Real life happens in homes—and that’s exactly how it should be.

But when it’s time to sell… strategy matters.

Knowing what to fix, what to leave, and how to present your home can make a big difference in what it sells for.

That’s where we come in 😉

So tell us… which one are you? 👇

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

🏡 Thinking about buying a new build? Read this first.A lot of buyers think they don’t need an agent when buying new cons...
06/04/2026

🏡 Thinking about buying a new build? Read this first.

A lot of buyers think they don’t need an agent when buying new construction…

That’s not true—and it can actually cost you.

Here’s what most people don’t realize:

👉 The builder has a sales rep working for them
👉 Pricing, upgrades, and incentives are often negotiable
👉 Contracts are written to protect the builder—not the buyer

That’s where we come in.

When you work with us on a new build, we help you:

✅ Understand what’s actually worth upgrading (and what’s not)
✅ Navigate builder contracts and timelines
✅ Negotiate incentives, credits, and pricing when possible
✅ Avoid costly mistakes during the build process
✅ Stay on track from foundation to final walkthrough

And the best part?

💡 Our services are typically paid by the builder—not you.

So you get representation, guidance, and protection at no extra cost.

If you’re considering new construction in Murrieta or Temecula, let’s make sure you walk in with a strategy—not just excitement.

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

Unpopular opinion:Some homes shouldn’t be listed yet.Yep… we said it.Not every house is “ready for the market,” and push...
06/03/2026

Unpopular opinion:

Some homes shouldn’t be listed yet.

Yep… we said it.

Not every house is “ready for the market,” and pushing it live too soon can actually cost you money.

We’ve walked into homes where:
• The price was way off
• Simple fixes were ignored
• The strategy was “list it and hope”

That’s not a plan. That’s a gamble.

Sometimes the best advice we give is:
👉 “Not yet.”

Because doing it right > doing it fast.

That’s the difference integrity makes.

Curious what your home really needs before hitting the market? Let’s talk.

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

🏡 Real Estate Term Tuesday: What is Escrow?If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you’ve probably heard the word escrow… ...
06/02/2026

🏡 Real Estate Term Tuesday: What is Escrow?

If you’ve ever bought or sold a home, you’ve probably heard the word escrow… but what does it actually mean?

Think of escrow as a neutral third party that protects everyone involved in the transaction.

Once you’re under contract, escrow steps in to safely handle all the important pieces of the deal.

Here’s what they do behind the scenes:

🔑 Hold funds securely — like the buyer’s deposit (earnest money)
📄 Manage documents — making sure everything is signed correctly and on time
🏦 Coordinate with all parties — lender, agents, title, and more
🔍 Ensure all conditions are met before the sale is finalized
✍️ Handle the final signing & closing process

Their job is to make sure everything is done properly before money and ownership change hands.

No shortcuts. No loose ends.

That’s how buyers and sellers are protected throughout the transaction.

Real estate has a lot of moving parts—but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Have questions about the process? We’re always here to help. 💛

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

Most real estate agents won’t say this… but we will.Your home isn’t worth whatever it takes to win the listing.And you s...
06/01/2026

Most real estate agents won’t say this… but we will.

Your home isn’t worth whatever it takes to win the listing.
And you shouldn’t be rushed into the biggest financial decision of your life.

That’s exactly why we named ourselves Team Integrity Realty. 🏡

We’ve seen what happens when honesty takes a back seat — deals fall apart, buyers regret their decisions, and sellers are left frustrated.

That’s not how we operate. Ever.

Here’s what working with us actually looks like:

✅ Honest pricing — even when it’s not what you want to hear
✅ Strategy focused on your goals, not a quick commission
✅ Clear communication every step of the way
✅ We treat your home like it’s our own
✅ Support from first conversation to closing — and beyond

Real estate is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. You deserve a team that takes that seriously.

We’re not just your agents — we’re your neighbors, your advocates, and your partners.

Proudly serving Murrieta, Temecula & surrounding areas with honesty, hard work, and heart. 💛

Thinking about buying or selling? Let’s have an honest conversation.

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

BUY NOW… or WAIT? 🤔Let’s break this down in real numbers 👇🏡 $800,000 home today➡️ Payment ≈ $4,045/mo⏳ Wait 12 months (p...
05/29/2026

BUY NOW… or WAIT? 🤔

Let’s break this down in real numbers 👇

🏡 $800,000 home today
➡️ Payment ≈ $4,045/mo

⏳ Wait 12 months (prices go up just 4%)
🏡 Same home → $832,000
➡️ Payment ≈ $4,206/mo

💥 That’s +$160/month
💥 PLUS you need more cash upfront

Now here’s where it really hits…

If rates go up just 1% during that same time:
📈 You’re now paying roughly $500–$600 MORE per month

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So the real question isn’t:
“Should I wait for the market?”

It’s:
👉 What will it cost me if I’m wrong?

Because waiting doesn’t just risk higher prices…
It risks stacking higher prices + higher rates at the same time.

—

Smart buyers aren’t trying to “time” the market perfectly.
They’re making a move when it makes sense for THEM—and adjusting later if needed.

(Yes… refinancing is a thing 😉)

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Curious what this looks like for your price range?
Send me a message—I’ll run your numbers 📲

👇 Are you team “buy now” or “wait it out”?

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

This might be the most misunderstood real estate advantage for homeowners 55+ 👇You can sell your home…move to another on...
05/29/2026

This might be the most misunderstood real estate advantage for homeowners 55+ 👇

You can sell your home…
move to another one…
and keep your LOW property tax base.

Yes—really.

It’s called Prop 19, and it allows many seniors to transfer their tax base to a new home—even if it costs more.

Meaning:

You don’t have to stay stuck in a home that no longer fits just to keep your taxes low.

You can:
• Downsize
• Move closer to family
• Find something single-story
• Or just get into a home that works better for your lifestyle

WITHOUT starting over on property taxes.

And most people don’t realize this is even an option.

So if you (or someone you know) has been saying:
“I’d move… but my property taxes are too low to give up…”

This is exactly what you need to look into.

👇 Curious if you qualify? Send me a message—I’ll walk you through it.

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

Things that magically happen when your house goes on the market: • Every surface becomes ✨invisible✨ to clutter • Towels...
05/27/2026

Things that magically happen when your house goes on the market: • Every surface becomes ✨invisible✨ to clutter • Towels suddenly look like they’ve never been used • The bed gets made like it’s entering a competition • You start hiding random stuff in closets like a professional illusionist And somehow… You live like that for EXACTLY 2 days before everything unravels. Tell me I’m wrong 😂 👇 What’s the weirdest place you’ve ever hidden something before a showing? — Team Integrity Realty 📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682 📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888 🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

The difference between a house that sits… and one that sells fast?It’s rarely the price.It’s how it makes people feel th...
05/26/2026

The difference between a house that sits… and one that sells fast?

It’s rarely the price.

It’s how it makes people feel the moment they walk in.

Buyers don’t just see square footage—
they imagine their mornings, their routines, their life.

That’s why the smallest details matter:
✨ Light, layout, and flow
✨ How a room feels (not just how it looks)
✨ The story your home tells before a single word is spoken

The homes getting the strongest offers right now?
They’re the ones that feel effortless, warm, and move-in ready.

If you’ve been thinking about selling, the strategy isn’t just “list it”—
it’s positioning your home so buyers can’t forget it.

Curious what your home would need to stand out in today’s market?
Send me a message—I
We’ll walk you through it.

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura Holbert: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl Shadden: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedo...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Because of them, we have the opportunity to build lives, create memories, and find a place to truly call home.

As we spend time with family and friends this weekend, let’s not forget the meaning behind the day.

Wishing you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day ❤️🤍💙

— Team Integrity Realty
📲 Laura: 951-704-4635 / DRE #01932682
📲 Cheryl: 951-285-1245 / DRE #01932888
🌐 www.teamintegrityrealty.com

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