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Buying, Selling, or Just Wondering What's Next?

Your real estate journey combined with my experience, caring, and commitment.

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Experience You Can Count On

Caring and commitment every step of the way!

Carolyn has been helping people buy and sell property since 1990, beginning her real estate career in Florida before earning her Texas real estate license in 2007. Today, she holds active broker's licenses in both Florida and Texas, bringing over three decades of experience to every transaction. As a broker-associate with Source 1 Real Estate in Mineral Wells, Carolyn helps clients buy and sell homes, land, and commercial properties with the same steady, dependable approach that's defined her entire career. Her clients consistently describe the experience as smooth and stress-free, thanks to her strong work ethic, careful attention to detail, and genuine care for the people she works with. When you work with Carolyn, you're not just hiring an agent — you're gaining a trusted advocate who will guide you through every step, answer every question, and make the process feel as easy as it should be.

  • Local knowledge that matters.

Decades of experience in Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County and our surrounding North Texas communities gives me insight into the market beyond the numbers.

  • A strategy built around you.

Each property and situation is different. I will tailor my approach to your goals, your timeline and the property you're buying or selling

  • Straight answers. Personal guidance.

We'll talk about your options, I'll answer your questions and give you the information you need to make confident real estate decisions.

Find a Home that Fits

Take a look around, you might just find the home that feels right.

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Mineral Wells

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Homes Under $250K

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Homes $500K & Up

Where caring and commitment meet, every step of the way.

Real Estate Guidance for Every Season of Life

Real estate isn't one-size-fits-all. Whether you're buying your first home, preparing for a move, handling an estate, selling a longtime home, or considering an investment, you'll have experienced guidance to help you understand your options and make confident decisions

  • Home Selling

  • Home Buying

  • Downsizing & Life Transitions

  • First Time Homebuyers

  • Estate Property Sales

  • Market Analysis & Marketing Strategy

  • Negotiation & Contract Guidance

Buying a Home

From your first search to closing day, get the guidance you need to find the right home and make confident decisions along the way.

Selling Your Home

Get a clear plan for pricing, preparing and marketing your property to help you make the most of your sale.

Local Market Insights

Understand what's happening in the local market with practical information about home prices, inventory, sales and current trends.

Have questions about buying, selling or the local market? I'm here to help.

How Ready are You to Sell Your Home?

Take this quick quiz and see how prepared you are to sell.

What My Clients Say

Real Stories from people I've helped along the way.

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Carolyn was so helpful for us on both the selling and buying sides. When we sat down with her to sell our property, she was honest and upfront about what the process would be like and how long it would take in this type of market, and in the end, she was spot on with her analysis. She was always available to talk and counsel us through the process with honesty and compassion. She also found us what is now our dream home! 10/10 recommend!

Sarah and dale, mineral wells

Homeseller and then Homebuyer

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My husband and I have known Carolyn for eight years. During that time, she has helped us to sell three properties. Not only is she knowledgeable and professional; she is easy to work with, keeping you informed through the entire process. She has always been available to answer any questions we have had quickly, honestly and in easy to understand terms. We highly recommend Carolyn, and truly appreciate the personable, thoughtful, and quality help she provides.

lisa and chris, new mexico

Homesellers

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We moved to Mineral Wells from Breckenridge and purchased our second home with Carolyn’s help. She worked with us from Aug-Oct 2021. When we first meet her, she gave us calendar of the month’s events that were going on around Mineral Wells. We saw what felt like 20 houses in the 3 months we searched for a house, and it felt like everything we liked and were ready to put a bid in on, was swept up before we had the chance. Since we lived out of town, Carolyn would FaceTime us on some walkthroughs she would go in for us. The day we locked in our bid on our home we purchase, Carolyn went and saw 4 houses on her own for us. She knew what we wanted, our taste and called and told me we needed to put a bid in asap. So we trusted her and did. We love our new home! Carolyn helped connect us to a wonderful finance company, answered my millions of questions, she even took the time to talk and get to know our son. When we moved our things in the garage because our old house closed before we could move in to our new house, she showed up and helped move things out of the uhaul! She has gone above and beyond her duties as a real estate agent!

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Questions about Buying or Selling?

Here are the answers to a few of the questions I hear most often.

01. What areas do you serve?

I primarily serve Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, and surrounding communities, including areas of Parker, Hood, and Young counties. My local market knowledge and years of real estate experience help buyers and sellers make informed decisions based on the property, the market, and their individual needs.

02. How do you help first-time homebuyers?

I guide first-time homebuyers through each step of the process, from understanding what to expect and getting financially prepared to searching for a home, making an offer, inspections, financing, and closing. I take the time to explain the process, answer your questions, and help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions with confidence. I also offer a free copy of my book, Your Homebuyer's Roadmap, to help you understand the homebuying process before you're ready to begin.

03. How do I know what my home is worth?

Your home's value depends on more than square footage and recent sales. Location, condition, updates, features, and current market conditions can all make a difference. I can prepare a personalized market analysis to give you a clearer picture of what your home may be worth in today's market.

04. What should I do first if I'm thinking of selling?

A good first step is understanding what to expect before making any big decisions. Knowing your home's value, what may need attention before putting it on the market, and how the selling process works can help you feel more prepared. I've written Selling Your Home: A Smart Seller's Guide to Getting Top Dollar in Texas to help homeowners understand the process, and I'd be happy to send you a free copy.

05. What can I expect when I'm working with you?

You can expect personal attention, clear communication, and knowledgeable guidance throughout the process. I take the time to understand your needs, explain your options, answer your questions, and help you make informed decisions without pressure. With more than 30 years of real estate exerience to draw from, I'll be there to guide you before, during, and after your purchase or sale.

Ready to Make

a Move?

Whether you're thinking about selling or looking for your next home, I'm here to help you take the next step with confidence.

Let’s Talk About Your Next Move

Questions are always welcome.

Email

Phone

(940) 445-0006

Address

4101 Hwy 180 E, Mineral Wells, TX 76067

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