Cate Marmonti - Central Texas Broker, Realtor

Cate Marmonti - Central Texas Broker, Realtor 👩‍💻Realtor serving Greater Waco, Bell, Bosque and Hill Co (Waco, Temple, Belton, Valley Mills, Clifton, West etc)⁣
👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Mom of three boys⁣
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A Central TX Realtor who implements strategic marketing to produce results.

POV: Buying a house isn’t just your decision anymore. 😂🏡It starts with one Zillow link.Then suddenly your group chat has...
07/03/2026

POV: Buying a house isn’t just your decision anymore. 😂🏡

It starts with one Zillow link.

Then suddenly your group chat has opinions about the paint color, the kitchen island, the backyard, and whether the primary bathroom is “giving luxury” or “giving renovation project.”

Before you’ve even scheduled a showing:
📱 Your best friend has saved 14 houses.
📸 Someone has zoomed in on the inspection photos.
🎙️ Voice notes are flying after every tour.
🤞 Everyone is emotionally invested in your offer.

By the time you get the keys, your friends have celebrated every milestone with you… and probably named the future dog.

Buying a home today isn’t just a transaction.
It’s late-night Zillow scrolling.
It’s “Can you come see this one with me?”
It’s screenshots, coffee runs, open houses, and people who genuinely want to see you win.

As your Realtor, I love being part of that team. Bring your spouse. Bring your parents. Bring your best friend. Heck… bring the entire group chat. The more confident you feel, the better decisions you’ll make.

✨ Who’s the one person that’s been on every house tour (or every Zillow deep dive) with you?

Tag them below. 👇

📍Helping buyers and sellers across Waco, Woodway, Hewitt, China Spring, Lorena, Belton, Temple, Salado, and throughout Central Texas.

Thinking about buying in the next 6-12 months? Send me GROUP CHAT and I’ll send you my complete Buyer Roadmap so you know exactly what happens next.

Everyone loves a home with character… until the inspection report arrives.That charming 1920s bungalow with the original...
07/02/2026

Everyone loves a home with character… until the inspection report arrives.

That charming 1920s bungalow with the original windows?
They may also be original to your electric bill.

The beautiful clawfoot tub?
It could be sitting on plumbing that’s been quietly doing its best for the last 80 years.

That gorgeous wood paneling everyone suddenly loves again?
Sometimes it’s hiding walls that haven’t seen daylight since the Eisenhower administration.

Here’s the truth most buyers don’t hear:

Character isn’t a red flag.
Unexpected repairs are.

The buyers who are happiest purchasing older homes don’t fall in love with the charm alone. They budget for the roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, windows, foundation, and the surprises that every historic home eventually reveals.

An older home can absolutely be worth it. Some of my favorite homes have incredible craftsmanship and details you simply can’t build today.

The key is walking in with your eyes wide open, not wearing rose-colored glasses.

Buying a home isn’t about avoiding problems. It’s about understanding them before you own them.

If you’re considering an older home in Central Texas, I’ll help you know what’s charming… and what’s expensive.

So tell me…

🏡 Are you choosing timeless character or brand-new construction?

⬇️ I’d love to hear which one you’d pick.

🏡 The most important photo in your listing isn’t your kitchen.It isn’t your primary suite.It isn’t your backyard.It’s yo...
06/28/2026

🏡 The most important photo in your listing isn’t your kitchen.

It isn’t your primary suite.

It isn’t your backyard.

It’s your first photo.

Here’s something most homeowners don’t realize: buyers decide in seconds whether they’re going to click on your listing or keep scrolling. If that first impression misses the mark, they may never even see the beautiful updates you’ve made inside.

That’s why I spend so much time preparing a home before professional photography.

A front exterior photo that gets buyers to stop scrolling usually has a few things in common:

✔️ Taken during golden hour for warm, flattering light.
✔️ Shot straight-on—not from an awkward angle.
✔️ Freshly mowed lawn with edged walkways.
✔️ No vehicles in the driveway.
✔️ Trash cans, hoses, toys, and clutter tucked away.
✔️ A front door that feels welcoming and stands out.

These may seem like small details, but together they can make a huge difference in how buyers perceive your home before they ever step inside.

Selling a home isn’t just putting it on the MLS. It’s about creating a first impression that makes buyers excited to schedule a showing.

If you’re thinking about selling this summer—or even in the next year—send me PHOTO, and I’ll send you my complete pre-listing photography checklist. It’s the same guide I use with every one of my sellers to help their home shine before it ever hits the market.

06/25/2026

There is something special about waking up to wide-open skies instead of neighboring rooftops.

Welcome to 314 Jackson Heights in Lorena, Texas—where 5.56 acres give you the freedom to create the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming about.

Imagine sipping coffee while the sun rises over your own land. Watching the kids explore instead of staring at screens. Having room for a garden, a workshop, animals, or simply the peace and quiet that feels harder and harder to find.

🏡 4 Bedrooms
🌳 Approximately 5.56 Acres
✨ Nearly 2,000 Square Feet
📍 Quiet dead-end road
🚗 Just minutes from Waco while feeling a world away.

The best part? You don’t have to choose between country living and convenience. Here, you get both.

If you’re relocating to Texas, looking for acreage, or simply ready for more room to breathe, this home is one you’ll want to experience in person.

Comment ACRES and I’ll send you the price, full details, and a private tour. If you’re out of town, I also offer virtual showings to make buying from anywhere simple.

“How do we sell our house and buy another one without being homeless for a day?”This might be the single most common que...
06/23/2026

“How do we sell our house and buy another one without being homeless for a day?”

This might be the single most common question I hear from homeowners who are ready for more space, a different neighborhood, a shorter commute, or simply a home that fits this season of life better.

And honestly? It’s the reason many families stay put for years longer than they want to.

Not because they love their current home.

Not because they can’t afford to move.

Because they can’t picture how the transition actually works.

The good news is that homeowners successfully sell one home and purchase another every day. The key is having a strategy before the first sign goes in the yard.

Depending on your situation, that strategy might include coordinating closings on the same day, negotiating a leaseback, utilizing temporary housing, or structuring the purchase timeline around your sale.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach.

The families who experience the smoothest moves aren’t necessarily the ones with the biggest budgets. They’re the ones who understand their options, have realistic expectations, and have a plan built specifically around their goals.

If you’ve been dreaming about a different home but feel stuck because the logistics seem overwhelming, you’re not alone. In fact, that’s exactly where many of my clients start.

Swipe through to see how a coordinated move can work and the decisions that help make the process smooth from start to finish.

Thinking about making a move in the next 6-18 months? Send me the word MOVE and let’s map out a game plan for your family.

There are a lot of things I could say about my husband, but what stands out most is who he is when no one is watching.He...
06/21/2026

There are a lot of things I could say about my husband, but what stands out most is who he is when no one is watching.

He is the first one up and often the last one to sit down. He carries responsibilities most people never see and does it without asking for recognition, applause, or praise. He simply shows up, every single day, for our family.

Our boys adore him, and for good reason. He is the dad who wrestles in the living room after a long day, teaches life lessons in the middle of ordinary moments, fixes what is broken, protects what matters, and somehow always finds time for one more story, one more hug, or one more adventure.

What I admire most is his selflessness. He puts our family first in ways both big and small. He sacrifices quietly, loves fiercely, and gives every ounce of himself to make sure we are cared for, safe, and supported. He is steady when life feels chaotic, strong when things are hard, and the kind of man our boys are lucky to learn from every day.

Marriage, parenting, and life are not always easy, but I am grateful beyond words that I get to do all of it with him.

To my husband, thank you for being the heart of our family, the calm in our storms, and the example our sons will carry with them long after they are grown.

We love you more than words could ever say.

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1412 N Valley Mills Drive Ste 210
Waco, TX
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