Jeremy Larkin - GRI

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Jeremy Larkin - GRI,  in The Woodlands, TX
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About Me
Jeremy Larkin was born November 6th 1977 in Miami, Florida. His parents lived in Miami, FL and Columbus, OH for many years before moving to Texas when he was 10 years old. Jeremy grew up in the small North Houston suburb of New Caney, and graduated from New Caney High School in 1996. Shortly after graduation, he joined the United States Air Force where he served as an F-16 crew chief. Jeremy served in the military as a decorated non-commissioned officer for 9 years before deciding on a change of career into real estate. Jeremy is very grateful for his time in the military as it helped mold him into the man he is today. The Air Force instilled a set of values and principles that can be easily translated into everything he does in his personal and business life. While in the military, Jeremy pursued and acquired his Bachelors Degree of Science with a major in Computer Information Systems and Management, with honors, from Park University in Glendale, AZ. In addition, Jeremy had the honor of serving 1 tour of duty in Iraq during the Operation Enduring Freedom campaign. Jeremy has traveled halfway across the world and has met many interesting people along the way. The military has ingrained a sense of discipline and values into Jeremy that he has carried into his real estate career. These values are: integrity, service before self, and excellence in all that he does.

A note from Jeremy:

“I have invested and aligned myself with Icon Realty because we share the same values and vision on how a real estate transaction should be handled. My creativeness and commitment to utilizing cutting edge real estate technology is perfectly in line with Icon Realty’s commitment to leading the local industry along a path of effective and efficient use of technology. To be a member of the Icon Realty family requires constant personal and professional evolution, a calculated and aggressive negotiating style, 100% accessibility, and a relentless drive to succeed. I like to believe I’m an industry leader based on those standards.”

“To me, one of the most important attributes of a good agent these days is making yourself available for your clients. I understand there is nothing more frustrating than not being able to get a hold of your agent. I have been on the other side of the transaction with going though the process of selling my own home, before becoming an agent myself. With today's technology it is easier than ever to get a hold of me. Some of my clients prefer email over the traditional phone call, or a simple text message. I can guarantee that whichever method you prefer, I make myself available to my clients at all times, and any questions will be answered promptly!”
Testimonials
""My experience in working with Mr. Larkin was very positive. He was very knowledgeable about the property and lease terms, and was very helpful. Jeremy took the time to show me the rental property after business hours on short notice. This made my life so much easier, as my schedule did not allow for any other time to be dedicated toward locating a rental. Mr. Larkin was very easy to work with, and I felt very comfortable throughout the entire process. Other realtors I had dealt with always seem like they are trying to sell you on an average property, or cover up any imperfections. Jeremy showed us the property exactly like it was, and pointed out every little detail, good or bad. He was also very open to my questions and responded with honest answers. I have gotten the run-a-round many times with other realtors, but with Jeremy, I knew I could trust him. I have been more than happy with the rental property I am in now, and my experience in dealing with Mr. Larkin. I would highly recommend using Mr. Larkin when looking into real estate. Thank you Jeremy.""
Matthew Davenport Tue May 1, 2007
""I chose Jeremy as my agent to sell my house because he seemed very eager and motivated. In less than a month, he negotiated a contract and I was able to get my asking price. When it was time for me to purchase my new home, I looked Jeremy up again without hesitation. He was able to schedule numerous showings for the various listings I interested in. Jeremy was very accommodating to my schedule and I enjoyed working with him. He was very dedicated and worked very hard to ensure I received the best deal possible. Because of his professionalism I would highly recommended Jeremy.""
Nicole Byrd Tue Jan 23, 2007
""My husband and I decided to list our house with Jeremy after a disappointing lack of response with BuyOwner. Within weeks of signing on with Jeremy, our house was being shown to prospective buyers! In a very slow market, we were worried we wouldn't be able to sell our home quickly. Fortunately, Jeremy pulled through and negotiated a terrific deal for us. His dedication and attention to detail meant little hassle for us as we were preoccupied with other concerns regarding our upcoming move overseas. We were certainly impressed and wouldn't hesitate to work with him again!""
Steve & Rhianna Hart 
""As first time home buyers it was important to us to have someone who was concerned about our needs. Jeremy was there for us anytime we needed him. His persistence was our gain. We found a home we love and we will definitely use Jeremy as our realtor for our next purchase.""
Evan & Karen Lively Sun Dec 3, 2006
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Jeremy Larkin - GRI answered:
Oops I meant it sold in September for 89,500 not August. It went under contract in August. Sorry Andres it looks like you just missed out on this one. Good luck to you on finding another property. - Wed Nov 12 2008, 08:33
Not sure of the exact address but there is a property (5317 Palmer) that was terminated in May and then again in June then sold in August for $89,500

Hope this helps. You may want to confirm with your agent to get an exact answer. If you have any questions or can't get a hold of your agent, contact me at: larkin@houstonicon.com - Tue Nov 11 2008, 16:28

thinking of rent to own in houston.

Jeremy Larkin - GRI answered:
Lease options ARE NOT illegal in the state of Texas. Bruce is partially correct in that there's legislation that regulates what and how a lease to own transaction works, and I'm sure there are some bad people taking advantage of others. Having done several of these deals, I can ensure you I'm not one of them.

Chris, to sum it up for you, all paperwork that deals with the eventual purchase of the property has to go through an attorney (paid by an investor). I have done several "Lease Option" deals, and when done correctly, is a win-win situation for all parties involved. You get the property you want quickly, you work with someone to repair credit, and you get counseling on becoming a homeowner. If you end up not purchasing the property after a set amount of time (typically 2 years), the most you lose is a deposit which is considerably less than a down payment than previously mentioned. However, there are proper steps that need to be taken, and if you are interested in getting on the road to homeownership then you can learn more about the program here: http://www.houstonicon.com/Lease-Option

There is definitely a right and wrong way to do a lease option. You need to align yourself with someone like myself who has handled several successful lease option transactions. We want to counsel you and get you in position to purchase a home for yourself. Some of these deals have worked out well for some and haven't for others. The road to home ownership starts and ends with you the buyer. Professionals can only show you the right direction to get there. In the end, it is totally up to you to dedicate yourself, stick with the plan, take a professionals advice, and make it happen. Chris, I hope to speak with you sometime soon to properly educate you on this topic. - Mon Nov 10 2008, 11:53
Chris-

My company deals with a lot of rent to own clients. The process isn't simple as there are certain procedures in the state of Texas that you have to follow. I have infrmation about our program on my website. http://www.houstonicon.com/Lease-Option

Typically yes each applicant is on a case by case basis. Typically investors will look at each potential client and determine whether they would like to sponsor the applicant or not.

I believe you will find all the answers you need to all of your questions on our Lease Option section of our website at http://www.houstonicon.com/Lease-Option

The good news is that there are plenty of options for you. A lot of the investors I deal with are looking for new construction homes and the tenant to fill and eventually purchase back from them.

Let me know if I can be of further assistance. larkin@houstonicon.com or 832-622-8100 - Mon Nov 10 2008, 07:56

how much of the closing cost can a builder pay?

Jeremy Larkin - GRI answered:
Nikki-

It all depends on how much your lender will allow. I've seen FHA lenders allow as high as 6%. Also, it doesn't matter whether it is a builder or a resale home. It's all on how you negotiate the deal. One of my companies primary focus is new construction negotiations. We are also giving special incentives for our new clients on any new contruction deal. You can browse our database of new construction builders here: http://www.houstonicon.com/New

Also, you can view information about the new client incentive here: http://www.houstonicon.com/Buy/New-Homes-cash-back.aspx

It is simple and easy to qualify for our new client incentive. We’ll help you to save thousands on your new home purchase, then we’ll give you another gift at closing.

I also wanted to add that our new home search is specific to the Houston area only as it is important to have have someone local to represent you to ensure you are getting the best price for your new home. Our search can be sorted via school district, price range, area, etc. Check it out we would love some feedback if you have any. http://www.houstonicon.com/New

Nikki, I'd love a cance to earn your business. Please feel free to call me at 832-622-8100 or email me at larkin@houstonicon.com - Wed Oct 29 2008, 17:47

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Jeremy Larkin - GRI answered:
I also wanted to add that our new home search is specific to the Houston area only as it is important to have have someone local to represent you to ensure you are getting the best price for your new home. Our search can be sorted via school district, price range, area, etc. Check it out we would love some feedback if you have any. http://www.houstonicon.com/New - Wed Oct 29 2008, 17:39
Nikki-

It all depends on how much your lender will allow. I've seen FHA lenders allow as high as 6%. Also, it doesn't matter whether it is a builder or a resale home. It's all on how you negotiate the deal. One of my companies primary focus is new construction negotiations. We are also giving special incentives for our new clients on any new contruction deal. You can browse our database of new construction builders here: http://www.houstonicon.com/New

Also, you can view information about the new client incentive here: http://www.houstonicon.com/Buy/New-Homes-cash-back.aspx

It is simple and easy to qualify for our new client incentive. We’ll help you to save thousands on your new home purchase, then we’ll give you another gift at closing.

Nikki, I'd love a cance to earn your business. Please feel free to call me at 832-622-8100 or email me at larkin@houstonicon.com - Wed Oct 29 2008, 16:39

Will you consider owner finance if we have a down payment?

Jeremy Larkin - GRI answered:
Bruce is correct there is legislation that regulates what and how a lease to own transaction works. I have done several of these "Lease Option" deals, and when done correctly , is a win-win situation for all parties involved. There are proper steps that need to be taken, and if you are interested in getting on the road to homeownership then you can learn more about the program here: http://www.houstonicon.com/Lease-Option

There is definitely a right and wrong way to do a lease option. You need to align yourself with someone like myself you has handled several successful lease option transactions. We want to counsel you to get you in position to purchase a home for yourself. The road to home ownership starts and ends with you. I can only show you the right direction. In the end, it is totally up to you to stick with it, take a professionals advice, and make it happen. I hope to speak with you sometime soon. - Mon Oct 27 2008, 08:38
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I tend to be sucessful with my listings as I get them (Conroe, The Woodlands, Spring area). I really enjoy the negotiation process as i tend to get lost in my clients situation and treat their situation as if it was my own. I tend to get emotionally tied to each transaction which has it's plusses and minuses.

If I had to say I had an area of expertise, I would say it is in investment real estate. I am a numbers driven individual and seem to relate well other investors. I feel I am well qualified to engage in investment real estate due to my own sucessful investing over the years. I currently own a development company which develops multi-family properties in the Houston area.
Experience
Latest:
Owner for Icon Realty LLC
Run the day to day activities of mine and my partners business.
January 2007—present
Previous:
Real Estate Agent for Icon Realty LLC
May 2005—January 2007
Certifications & Awards
The Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI) symbol is the mark of a real estate professional who has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional services by securing a strong educational foundation. REALTORS® with the GRI designation are highly trained in many areas of real estate to better serve and protect their clients. Only the top 1% of agents carry this designation.
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Sports, Reading, Poker, Hanging out with family and friends.
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