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Myke Leatham | Brazos County Realty

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Find Your Ideal College Station Home Rental for the School Year

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Whether you’re just beginning to explore the idea of living off-campus at Texas A&M University or have been living off-campus and are in search of new College Station rentals, you’ve come to the right place to learn more. Finding the right living situation can provide the stability and independence that you need to be successful throughout your college career, but there are a few key considerations to make before taking the leap.

The first step is deciding what type of living situation will work best for your specific needs: commuting, often the cheapest if it’s an option; on-campus housing, which can often be more expensive; off-campus rental homes; and buying a condo or home. If you decide to go the off-campus rental route, I’ve come up with a few tips to save you time, money and heartache along the way.

College Station Home Rentals

Tip #1: Start Your Search Early. You will not be the only student in search of College Station real estate close to campus, and competition can be high for the good homes or apartment buildings. It is always best to begin your search in the summer or the semester prior to when you need the home. Always leave yourself plenty of time to look around and find the best apartment or home that meets your needs in terms of location, size and budget.

Do you have a specific neighborhood in College Station that you can see yourself living in? Drive through the neighborhood, making note of both appealing and unappealing areas. A local real estate professional, like myself, can help you locate the neighborhoods and apartment buildings that meet your specific requirements.

Tip #2: Visit Several Neighborhoods/Apartment Buildings. This is particularly important for those college students looking for apartment-style housing. It is a good idea to find a few buildings that you like, and schedule a tour of the different floor plans in each. This is also helpful in establishing a backup if you find the apartment you fell in love with was rented to a prior applicant.

As a local real estate professional, I have access to many of the area’s top apartment complexes and can assist you in scheduling tours of the buildings that interest you. One of my current rentals, 2410 B Bosque, is an excellent example of College Station apartment living and is just a ten-minute drive from TAMU.

Tip #3: Make a Checklist Before Viewing. Before setting out on your first day touring apartments and rental homes, make a list of things to look for. Are utilities included? Are pets allowed? Is there space for your king size bed? What is the parking situation? Are you close to the TAMU bus route? What are the lease terms? Knowing the answers to these questions can help you determine the best home for your needs.

Tip #4: Keep in Mind the Lease Terms. Always ensure you fully understand the lease terms prior to signing any lease document. Of course, a Realtor can assist with this process. One of the most important considerations to make is the term of the lease. Is it 12 months or 6 months? Does the term run from August to August? Will you be around campus enough in the summer to justify the amount you’ll pay in rent?

Tip #5: Be Ready to Give a Deposit: With the off-campus housing market being quite competitive, particularly right before the start of the school year, it is imperative to be prepared with a deposit. Because most college students do not have a long credit history, you will often need a co-signer with a strong credit score to assume responsibility in the event that you do not pay the rent. In most cases, the co-signer will be a parent, other family member or friend.

These are just a few tips to help you find your ideal College Station home rental for the school. For the most up-to-date advice and access to all of the College Station home rental listings, connect with me today. With decades of experience helping college students find Texas A&M University housing, it would be my pleasure to share my knowledge and experience with you.

In the meantime, be sure to browse the rentals on my website or use the search capabilities of my site to explore College Station rental homes in your desired price range. I am always just a phone call away and look forward to hearing from you soon!

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About Myke Leatham

I’m so glad you found me – your College Station and Bryan, TX real estate source! When you choose to buy or sell a home in College Station/Bryan, TX or other surrounding areas using our expert services, you will receive a free consultation to determine your needs, free listings, and free reports sent to you by email. These weekly reports will show you how hard the members of my team are working to accomplish your property goals, and we guarantee the best service and consultation you have ever experienced. You’ll find the best community information for the College Station, Texas region right here.

It’s nice to know YOUR Realtor will still be of service after the sale.

Experience Counts: Broker/Owner of Brazos County Realty
Over 25 years of sales experience. With past ABR, GRI, CRS, & Epro designations.
Continuing education in real estate: Education is paramount in an ever changing industry like Real Estate. Myke has taken over 1000 hours of real estate specific courses which include but are not limited to: Residential Appraisal, Marketing, Law Contracts I & II, Finance, Residential Inspections, Principles and Practice, Law of Agency, Code of Ethics, Bankruptcy/Easements/Surveys/and Probate, Home Warranties, 1031 Exchanges and hundreds of hours of extensive real estate training.

Reputation: SALES LEADER since 1998; Top Producer 2000 through 2009. Listed among the top agents in the county. Consistently ranked among top realtors for total sales volume out of 900 realtors for commercial and residential real estate in the Bryan/College Station, TX area. When Myke represents buyers, she presents all viable options to her clients, including those properties that are not officially listed, but could be available for sale based on her inside information. Her expertise lies with investors and marketing homes of all price ranges in College Station/Bryan to local, national and global buyers, across all major media channels and through her extensive, personal network of contacts.

Myke is among the top 1% of all Realtors in North America!
She has earned the Designations of ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative), CRS(Certified Residential Specialist), GRI (Graduate of Realtors Institute)CHMS (Certified Home Marketing Specialist), and E-pro (Certified Internet Professional)
Fewer than 3% of all Realtors nationwide earn these certifications. They are not only a symbol of Myke’s commitment to this business, but these designations are your assurance of a skilled, trained real estate professional.

Myke is a consummate real estate professional who not only understands the art of deal-making, but also the art of relationships. She makes the process of buying and selling homes an uplifting and fun experience. She has a tremendous appreciation for Bryan and College Station, its rich history, and Texas A&M traditions having lived in the area for 25 years. Her knowledge of Bryan/College Station’s real estate market and market trends is unparalleled. Having been personally involved with clients through their remodeling, purchasing and selling processes, she knows intrinsic quality and value when she sees it. When she doesn’t see it she lets her clients know, without hesitation.
Myke’s proven track record and affiliations in the field of real estate demonstrates her high level of professionalism.

* High energy and enthusiasm
* Aggressive marketing
* Expert negotiating skills
* Ability to listen and ascertain customer’s desires and needs
* Fun to be with
* Internet savvy
* Because Myke is an experienced investor, she quickly helps her customers locate and define good business opportunities. No one likes the feeling of being ‘sold to’ so Myke provides as much information as possible to help you make the right decision.

Personal Commitment:
I am prepared to go the ‘Extra Mile’ for you, because I understand the financial and emotional significance of purchasing and selling your home. I will carefully listen to your desires and arrive at a workable plan. I believe sensitivity, listening, and service are important keys to success.
Whether you are buying or selling a home or you are just curious about your home’s market value, I’d be happy to provide my market expertise and intelectual property without obligation, or meet with you to evaluate your home for future reference. I want my customers to have a great time and enjoy the total process of purchasing or selling property. It gives me great pride when my customerspass my name on to their friends and family. I will continue to work hard to make sure critical information is available at www.AggieRealEstate.com and I invite all interested investors to search my site for cash flow opportunities. I will dedicate my time and talents to helping you achieve your goals. It is my goal to make your buying and selling experience extraordinary. Look closely and you’ll see how much I love meeting and working with people. You’ll experience the difference in working with an experienced and dedicated professional.

Personal information:
Michelle goes by ‘Myke’ and is the proud mother of 6 children – 3 girls and 3 boys. Her husband is David Leatham. They met at Brigham Young University. They have been married since 1977. David is a finance professor, and Associate Head over graduate studies in the Agricultural Economics Department at Texas A&M University, and speaks fluent Spanish. They have lived in College Station since 1983 and loved every minute of it. Myke loves to quilt, sing, swim, ‘sing’, bake bread, ‘sing,’ garden, ‘sing’, sell real estate, and ‘sing some more’ :-). Family, church, and real estate consume most of her time. Truth, honor, integrity, kindness, loyalty, gratitude, and service are very important words to her.

Slogan: ‘Let Myke Help You With Your HOMEwork!’

Referrals: The highest compliment I can get is when you pass my name on to others or post a kind remark on the internet. When you send your friends and family my way, I’ll always provide them with the highest quality of service that I know you would appreciate. Thanks in advance for all your support and friendship.