Alexis Cottrell, Real Estate Professional

ATTENTION Turn your notifications on! This property will come & go! 3 bedrooms/ 2 bath + bonus room built in 2018 in southwest Bakersfield. This home could be yours be sure to DM me for more info & an exclusive first look before it hits market later this week #lexsellshomes #listingagent #bakersfieldrealtor

While this may be a day for roses, romance, and relationships of all sorts, I couldn’t pass up the chance to say thanks for your continued support, business, and referrals. It’s because of warm-hearted folks like you that I get to do what I LOVE every single day! Hoping this February 14th finds you, too, freshly thankful for your loved ones and the joy they bring to your life. From my heart to yours, Happy Valentine’s Day! #lexsellshomes #realtor #valentines

48 hours on market 42 showings 15 offers (20k above list ) VERY HAPPY SELLERS #lexsellshomes #listingagent #hotbuy

Still thinking your next move over? This listing will cut out all the noise. Trust me, this turnkey corner home in the desirable Riverlakes community will have you ready to pack your bags for move-in day! ... Say goodbye to overthinking and HELLO to your future home! DM me for more info or book a time see this radiant home in person. #lexsellshomes

Happy New Year, friends! Got any resolutions this year? If one is to buy a new home, here are some things to consider that'll help get you there ASAP: Work towards paying down existing debt Hold off on large purchases made on credit (cars, boats, appliances)... Save what you can for a down payment Stay put in your current job Get pre-approved for a mortgage And last but definitely not least, reach out. Shoot me a message or give me a callI’d love to help you prepare, find, and buy a new home in 2021! #lexsellshomes See more

Ever had a designer throw out a word you didn’t know? Not wanting to embarrass yourself, you nod in agreement and try to keep up with the convo. Never again! Here are 8 interior design terms that’ll keep you tracking right along: 1. Arabesque: a decorative pattern with overlaid flowers, foliage, fruits, or scrolls. 2. Bolster: a cylindrical-shaped pillow. 3. Hygge (pronounced ‘hoo-guh’): a word that describes a feeling of coziness and... a sense of contentment or well-being. 4. Etagere: a freestanding or hanging set of open shelves designed for decorative objects. 5. Settee: an upholstered piece of furniture long enough to seat two people. 6. Wainscoting: Interior wall paneling that covers the lower part of a wall. 7. Kelvin: the unit of measurement that relates to the color of a light source. The higher the number, the closer the shade is to sunlight. 8. Feng shui: A method of Chinese design based around energy forces. It's intended to bring homeowners in harmony with their environment. This should give you a leg up when working with a designer. But remember, it’s ALWAYS right to ask if you aren’t sure what something means. It’s your home, and you deserve to not only understand but to love where your designer is heading! #lexsellshomes See more

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas! I know this year has been quite the challenge but I am so very grateful for health & family. Enjoy your loved ones today #merrychristmas

My kind of Sunday: athleisure & contract signings #lexsellshomes #bakersfieldrealtor #home

What remodeling or repair job has the best return on investment? Here’s the latest from the National Association of Realtors’s 2019 Remodeling Impact Report: 1. New roofing 107% ROI 2. New hardwood flooring 106% ROI 3. Hardwood floor refinish 100% ROI... 4. New garage door 95% ROI 5. HVAC replacement 85% ROI 6. Insulation upgrade 83% ROI 7. New fiber-cement siding 76% ROI 8. New steel front door 75% ROI Thinking about selling and wondering what buyers are looking for in your neighborhood? Before you spend one penny, send me a message and let’s chat! #lexsellshomes #bakersfield #realestate #womeninbusiness #bossbabes #success #realtor #buy #sell #invest #realestatetips #buyer #home #househunting #lexsellshomes #homeowner #investor #ladiesofrealestate #girlgang #businesswomen See more

Love support local business! how adorable is this closing basket @archerthestorefront made for my clients! #lexsellshomes #shopsmall #locallove

There's truly no place like home for the holidays! This year, Share your holiday plans: are you staying home? Having a socially distanced holiday? Hosting anyone? Does your holiday season look different this year? Comment below! #lexsellshomes ... #bakersfield #realestate #womeninbusiness #bossbabes #success #realtor #buy #sell #invest #realestatetips #buyer #home #househunting #lexsellshomes #homeowner #investor #ladiesofrealestate #girlgang #businesswomen See more

Home of the free because of the BRAVE thank you to all the #veterans for protecting and serving our country! #veteransday

Absolutely love starting new chapters with my clients! This is a snippet of excitement in the life of a committed real estate agent. There’s always a celebration in order when my clients close on a new home.... Wondering how this could be you? Send me a DM & let’s chat #lexsellshomes

selling, selling SOLD! this home is ready for it's new owner & my sellers are about to move into their new house. Mondays aren't so bad after all! #lexsellshomes

There’s a humbug-of-a-myth out there that you have to wait until spring to sell; that no one is looking to buy in December or January. Nothing could be further from the truthbuyers are out there 24/7/365! Especially right now with rates being HISTORICALLY low! Here are 5 very merry reasons to sell your home this winter: 1. You’ll face less competition.... 2. You’ll get more attention from buyers’ agents 3. Buyers are more serious. 4. Your home already looks its best. 5. You’ll enjoy a quicker sales process. Internet searches for buying a home peak in the winter months so if you’re thinking of selling, don’t wait. Need an experienced realtor who knows our area to help? Send me a message and let’s chat. #lexsellshomes See more

As an agent, I may not get the job perks other folks get like vacation days, free food, and health insurance, but the perks are theretrust me! Here are a few I LOVE week after week: *List 2-3 things about real estate you love: Flexibility to choose my own schedule... Ability to make dreams come true What is YOUR passion? Real estate is definitely mine. Are you thinking of buying, selling, or a starting a career in real estate in 2021? Send me a message and let's connect. #LEXSELLSHOMES See more

3 Things You May Not Have Know About Real Estate Agents: We love building genuine relationships with our clients. We enjoy making dreams come true for first-time home buyers. We’re committed to making the selling or buying process as seamless as possible. ... These 3 things actually have one thing in common: Referrals. We’re overjoyed by the constant referrals that our clients send our team after working with us. We’re forever grateful! #LEXSELLSHOMES See more

Are you ready to find your home sweet home? How stinkin’ adorable are these new keychains I ordered for my clients #lexsellshomes

CUE the confetti! This off market beauty is SOLD. It’s definitely not by surprise either. Seriously! This photo says it all about how beautiful this home is. ... We were committed to making this sell as seamless as possible for our seller & make it a home sweet home for the buyer! Needless to say, they’re pretty excited about making this day a reality. DOUBLE TAP this photo if you’re just as stoked for them as we are. #lexsellshomes

This year’s biggest fashion trend? Cozy with a capital C! If you're like me, the weekends (and your work-from-home weekdays), find you in the comfiest of clothes, relaxing on the couch. Get surroundings to match with these tips for a super cozy home sweet home this fall.... If you’re game for painting, chose a warm color. Note: That gray you love is by nature a cool color, so you’ll need to flip to the other side of your paint deck. Decorate with old books. Hit up your local thrift store and grab some old hardcover books with sophisticated bindings. Don’t ignore books with paper jacketsthere’s often a gem of a cover hiding just beneath. Think plaid, texture, and gingham for sofa throws and pillows. While you’re at it, toss a blanket on the foot of your bed for those extra chilly nights. Take cozy to the next level as the temps drop lower and lower. Ready to find your own cozy corner of the world? Shoot me a message and let's chat! #lexsellshomes See more

Selling a home can be easier said than done, especially if you don’t have the right team behind you. That’s not the case for these sellers. Their home is OFFICIALLY off the market!... Before meeting with our team, the sellers thought this day would take forever. However, it ONLY took 24 hours! 10 OFFERS & 21K OVER ASKING PRICE!!!! Looking to sell your home? DM or text (661)444 8126 how to start the process. #lexsellshomes See more

It's no secret that I am passionate about my career; I am so thankful to do what I love for a living; Real Estate is more than just a career for me Nothing beats my client's face when I tell them our offer was accepted on their dream home; my seller's reaction when I tell them how many offers we've got on their home; congratulating a family at closing day as they get the keys to their new home sweet home. If you're thinking about getting into a career in real estate, feel free to give me a call to pick my brain. This is my passion and I would love to help you find out if this is a good fit for you, too. #lexsellshomes

& just like that we’re SOLD! So excited for my buyer for this new adventure, him and his family deserve this!! ALSO, it was one of the smoothest escrows I’ve had in a while. #lexsellshomes

You see the listings online and the signs outside, but there’s so much more to real estate than meets the eye. Ever wonder what goes on behind-the-scenes day after day? Today, I’m pulling back the curtain. Here, come take a peek. At any time you’ll find me: Developing a marketing plan for a new listing... Researching active, pending, and sold listings for market analysis Coordinating appointments, showings, open houses, and meetings Responding to leads by phone or email Completing, submitting, and filing closing documents Maintaining and managing my client database Updating my website and social media accounts Meeting buyers for showings or sellers to discuss listing details Negotiating pending offers with clients and agents Sharing smiles and hugs with clients who just bought the home of their dreams. Being in real estate means your days are filled with ups and downs, but I can’t imagine doing anything else. If you’re looking for an agent who will work round-the-clock to help you buy or sell, give me a call. I’d love to chat! #lexsellshomes See more

I always tell my clients, If it ain’t a heck yes, then it’s a heck no! Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned property owner, listening to your gut is most definitely part of the home-buying process. Sometimes a property is wrong in a million glaring ways. Other times, a property checks all the boxes, but that heck yes! just isn’t there. I’ll never pressure my client-friends to take the plunge if they have any reservationsno matter how small. The right property is out there. We just gotta find it! Think about the house you're in now, did you know it was #HECKYES or did you learn to love it? Comment below! #lexsellshomes

I couldn't have waited one more second! Fall is here, and I, for one, have my sweaters and scarves all lined up and ready at the slightest hint of a cool down. But ya know what? Fall isn’t just for cozy outfits and pumpkin lattesit’s also a great time to sell your home! Here’s why: With your yard still summer green and the leaves beginning to change, fall is the perfect backdrop for your home to make a stunning first impression. ...After all, listing photos are a big deal95% of buyers look online before even talking with an agent. Fewer homes on the market = less competition. Not to mention, buyers who are looking this time of year are serious about making a purchase. Have you seen interest rates lately? They’re lower than they’ve ever been which means buyers are eager to buy when the right home comes along. My sneaking suspicion? Your home is exactly what someone is looking for right now. If you’re thinking about selling but can’t decide between listing now and waiting until after the holidays, now is the time. Give me a call, and let’s tie the whole process up in a pretty red bow long before the new year. #lexsellshomes See more