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Your next move,
made simple.
I’m Allison Byrd, a Houston-based REALTOR® with Realty of America. I’ll help you compare new construction with resale, understand the costs, and decide what fits your plans.
First-time buyersNew constructionResale homesSeller guidance
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Buying your first home
We’ll start with a budget you’re comfortable with and a short list of what matters most to you. Once you find a home you love, I’ll take the lead on the offer, stay on top of deadlines, and work with your lender and title company to keep things moving through closing.
- Get ready. Pick a monthly budget that leaves room for taxes, insurance, and upkeep. If you’re financing, talk with a lender about preapproval and what to set aside for closing.
- Tour and choose. We’ll look at homes that fit your priorities and compare the costs and timing of resale and new construction.
- Make an offer, go under contract. I’ll help you decide what to offer, handle the negotiations, and guide you through the inspection and any decisions that come up.
- Get your keys. I’ll coordinate your final walkthrough and closing. You’ll review your closing paperwork, sign, and get ready to move in.
Do Ask your lender early what paperwork and funds you’ll need for closing.
Don’t Open a new credit account or finance a big purchase without checking with your lender first.
Selling your home
We’ll start by looking at what your home could sell for and what you might take home after expenses. Then we’ll make a short list of updates worth doing before you spend money getting the home ready.
Once your home is on the market, I’ll help you weigh each offer’s price, timing, and terms. When you’re ready to accept one, I’ll guide you through the contract and closing.
Request a home evaluationRenting a home
Start with your monthly budget, move-in date, and preferred areas. Before applying, ask about deposits, application fees, pet rules, and what’s included in the rent.
Tour the home and verify who manages it before sending money. Review the lease and confirm your move-in costs before you sign.
The home search
Find your part
of Greater Houston.
Search for homes by city, ZIP code, or neighborhood on HAR.com, or choose an area below.
Cypress
Compare resale and new construction in areas like Bridgeland and Marvida.
Browse Cypress homesFulshear
Explore Cross Creek Ranch and the new-home communities nearby.
Browse Fulshear homesRichmond
Compare established neighborhoods and new-build options in the Richmond area.
Browse Richmond homesWaller
Explore Oakwood Estates, WildRye, and other new-home options in the area.
Browse Waller homesWest Houston
Search around the Energy Corridor and along the I-10 and Westheimer corridors.
Browse Energy Corridor homesLooking around Brookshire, Sugar Land, Tomball, Jersey Village, or Rosenberg? Ask me for a custom search.
For homeowners
What could your
home sell for?
Tell me a little about your home and I’ll look at nearby sales, current competition, and how your home’s condition and updates could affect its price. We can talk through timing, what to do before listing, and which pricing strategy fits your plans.
Buyer tools
What fits
your budget?
Try a price, rate, and down payment. Add the property’s estimated taxes, insurance, and dues to see how those costs change your monthly payment.
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The starting values are examples. Actual loan terms and property costs vary. Add separate flood insurance costs where applicable.
Meet your agent
Hi, I’m Allison.
I’m based in Katy, Texas, serving buyers and sellers across Greater Houston. I love helping people make the leap from “I’m just looking” to knowing exactly what they’re looking for.
Buying your first home
We’ll break down the timeline from preapproval to closing and talk through upfront costs, inspections, and what you’ll need along the way.
Comparing new builds and resale
I help you look beyond the list price. We’ll compare builder incentives, what’s included, move-in timing, and the costs you may take on with an existing home.
Getting ready to sell
We’ll review comparable sales, decide which updates are worth your time, and plan the price and launch around your goals.
- Homes sold
- 9
- Homes leased
- 6
- Seller listing
- 1
- Rental listing
- 1
Licensed since
Reviews & recommendations
“We knew she had our best interest at heart.”
Gregory W. · Buyer survey on HAR.com “She is a make it happen type of realtor who fights for her clients.”
Christian L. · Buyer recommendation on HAR.com “Allison was very kind and patient with me.”
Gwendolyn B. · Rental client recommendation on HAR.com “Her communication was excellent”
Keorie H. · Agent recommendation on HAR.com “she’s someone you can trust.”
Crystal B. · Buyer recommendation on HAR.com “She made buying a home completely stress-free”
Kody P. · Buyer recommendation on HAR.com “she continued to check in and offer her help”
Julia D. · Buyer recommendation on HAR.com “She communicates clearly and consistently”
Emily G. · Agent recommendation on HAR.com “always makes sure her clients feel heard and supported.”
Alejandra R. · Agent recommendation on HAR.com “She cares deeply, works hard, and always puts people first.”
Paul S. · Professional recommendation on HAR.com
Closing days with Allison
D.R. Horton 
Old Republic Title 
Empire Homes 
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Fidelity National Title 
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Starlight Homes 
David Weekley Homes
Around Houston
Part of the
community.
From volunteering at Houston Food Bank and attending a Child Advocates of Fort Bend event to celebrating with my Realty of America colleagues, I’m grateful for the people real estate has brought into my life.
Get in touch
Where are you headed next?
Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting, let’s talk about your goals and how I can help.