Laura Collins- Magnolia Realty

06/16/2026

🩵 The one where everyone could have walked away... but nobody did. 🙏🏼

Last summer, my buyer received some advice that unknowingly impacted his ability to close on this home he and his new bride had found. What should have been a straightforward journey quickly became a long and complicated one. And there were moments when it would have been easier for everyone to throw in the towel.

But here’s the beautiful part of the story......

The sellers were incredibly gracious and genuinely wanted to see this newlywed couple succeed. She showed an extraordinary amount of kindness, allowing my clients to move into the home, care for it, and begin building memories while we worked through the challenges. This transaction became a reminder that real estate transactions don’t always go smoothly. Sometimes it’s more about patience, professionalism, problem-solving, and people choosing to do the right thing when it’s easier not to.

🏡Yesterday, after months of persistence and a lot of faith, we officially closed and funded! I couldn’t be happier for Ruben and Cynthia! This home was meant to be theirs. I was honored to be part of it, alongside my amazing team, encouraging, supporting, and helping keep everyone moving toward the finish line. And on closing day, when we were having our sweet celebration, my seller hugged me and kept thanking me for NOT giving up.

I never will.
That’s my super power! ☀️

Congratulations to my newlyweds on their first home together. 🏡❤️

May they live happily ever after! #!
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Laura Collins, ABR®
Magnolia Realty San Antonio
210-422-8428
yesTHATMagnolia

06/11/2026

These kind reviews mean so much to me! Not just because they’re thoughtful, but because they reflect what I strive for with every single client. To go ABOVE & BEYOND and exceed their expectations in a way that truly makes a difference for them. Though we were all 2,000 miles apart, that didn’t slow us down! We prepared the home, listed it “IN” the market, and staged it. Things went quickly and we were holding multiple offers within just a couple of days! Selling a home from a distance takes trust, teamwork, and patience and together, by golly, we got it done! 🙌🏽☀️

I’m incredibly thankful for your loyalty, confidence, and friendship throughout the years, Greg and Kelly. Clients like you make what I do so very rewarding and makes me proud of what I get to do on a daily. Sending big Texas hugs your way and wishing you both many blessings in this next chapter!

If you’re looking for a real estate partner who brings strategy, heart, and results that matter, I’d be so honored to help make your goals a reality (and dare I say, even make the process enjoyable ☺️). If selling and/or buying is on your mind this year, reach out now to get started!

🖤🖤Time to find another🏡to sell🖤🖤


Laura Collins,ABR®
REALTOR®
Magnolia Realty | San Antonio | Hill Country
210-422-8428



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06/09/2026

Happy Birthday sweet, Collins!
I’m so honored to be your mother-in-law. From the very beginning, you have loved our family with kindness, patience, and a genuine heart, and that means more to me than words can ever express. You have become such a treasured part of our family, and I am grateful for the love you bring into our lives. Watching the life you and my son have built together has been one of my greatest blessings.

On your birthday, my prayer is that you feel deeply loved, celebrated, and appreciated. May this new year bring you abundant joy, good health, and countless blessings from God.

I love you very much and hope you have the most amazing birthday and a wonderful year ahead.

Happy Birthday! ❤️🎉

Hugs,
Doug and Laura


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06/08/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Laura Collins, ABR® by Greg C - Laura is great! It's so challenging trying to sell a house from 2000 miles away and Laura did a fantastic job helping and guiding us through this process. We couldn't be happier with everything she did to help us sell the house and so quickly, in a challenging market. The listing looked so good, I almost wanted to buy it back myself, haha!

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06/06/2026

4.83 star review received on Experience.com for Laura Collins, ABR® by Guadalupe L - You were always there for us and especially Cindy.

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06/06/2026

4.83 star review received on Experience.com for Laura Collins, ABR® by Anna M L - You were always there for us and especially for Cindy.

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06/03/2026

Hey June, don’t let me down 🎶
It’s My Birthday Month! 🤗🤍

It’s Also National Homeownership Month so let’s celebrate starting with this checklist! 🏡

🌳 Schedule Outdoor Projects
🐝 Plant bee-friendly flowers
🎨 Paint something a PoP of color
🫧 Power wash your deck and patio furniture
💦 Service your sprinklers
🆒 Replace your air conditioner filter
🪟 Clean between your windows and screens
🥩 Clean your grill grates
📝 Create a summer must-do list
🍹 Make homemade lemonade or a fun summer cocktail
🧺 Corral summer necessities in a basket or bowl
🚪 Install screen doors
👙 Hang a clothesline for drying towels and swimsuits
🛋️ Lighten up decor - breezy curtains, light colors
🫙 Make or buy bug repellent jars for your backyard
🎉 CELEBRATE HOMEOWNERSHIP

*Follow along each month and save the pic for later. Hang it on your fridge and keep your house in shape all year long. Tell me what you are tackling first on the list.

I think I’ll make a summer cocktail 🤣


Laura Collins ABR®
REALTOR®
Magnolia Realty San Antonio
210-422-8428
yesTHATmagnolia

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05/28/2026

A few years ago, my client purchased this beautifully renovated home so their daughter could experience life here, in my hometown of San Antonio. It was thoughtfully renewed with timeless updates, warm spaces, and a backyard that quickly became everyone’s favorite feature. Four years later, life opened the door to a new adventure, and while keeping the home was an option, they trusted me once again to help pass it along to its next owner. Our buyer faced a few unexpected hurdles along the way, but sometimes you just need to extend grace. None of the setbacks were the buyer’s fault, and I truly believe kindness and patience are the biggest gift you can offer. In the end, everything came together exactly the way it was meant to.

🤍 Now this home gets to begin another new chapter with someone else’s son......which is my favorite part! 🤍


Laura Collins, ABR®
REALTOR®
Magnolia Realty San Antonio | Hill Country
210.422.8428

•••• Multiple Offers! ••••

05/26/2026

📍 SAN ANTONIO APRIL 2026 MARKET UPDATE

If you’ve been wondering what’s happening in our local market… here’s the good news:

homes
are
still
selling,
but buyers are gaining more breathing room and sellers need strategy now more than ever!

A few highlights from April:

🏡 3,135 homes sold (⬆️ 2%)
💲 Average sales price: $369,963 (⬆️ 2%)
📊 Median price held steady at $307,000
📆 Days on market increased to 87 days
🏠 Inventory reached 6.09 months
📝 New listings jumped 11%
⏳ Pending sales dipped 8%
💰 Homes closed at 93.3% of original list price

What does that mean?

For buyers → You likely have more choices, more time to make decisions, and stronger negotiating opportunities than we’ve seen in recent years.

For sellers → Pricing, presentation, staging, and marketing matter more than ever. The homes winning right now aren’t always the most updated… they’re the ones positioned correctly from day one.

One thing I’m reminding my clients lately: this isn’t a bad market. It’s a more balanced market. And balanced markets create opportunities for people on both sides.

If you’re curious what these numbers mean specifically for your neighborhood, your timeline, or your home value, send me a message. I’d love to help!


Laura Collins, REALTOR®
Magnolia Realty
San Antonio Hill Country

🏀🏀🏀 Go Spurs Go 🏀🏀🏀