First Time Home Buyers · New Construction

Your Home Search,
Made simple.

Whether you're buying your first home, exploring new construction or searching for the perfect resale, I'll help you understand your options, create a clear game plan and move forward with confidence—while making the process a whole lot more fun.

TATUM HOOVERThe Curly Closer

REALTOR® | BK Real Estate

Tatum Hoover, REALTOR® with BK Real Estate, also known as The Curly Closer, smiling in a cream blazer

The Curly Closer

here from search to sold

Simple Explanations

No confusing real estate language. I Will break the process into clear, manageable steps.

Builder Knowledge

Get help comparing communities, incentives, contracts, timelines and upgrade options.

Your Own Advocate

The builder has a sales representative. I will be there to help protect and represent your goals and interests.

Professional Guidance—with a Little More Personality

I serve first-time and new-construction buyers throughout Northeast San Antonio. I believe buying a home is a major decision, but the experience doesn't have to feel cold, confusing or intimidating.

I bring education, honest communication, local knowledge and a genuinely enjoyable client experience—so you understand your options and feel supported from the first conversation all the way to closing day.

You should never feel silly asking a question- or unsure about what happens next. I'll explain the details, advocate for your goals and keep the process moving, all while making room for plenty of personality and fun.
What I Stand For

Core Values

Education Before Pressure

Clients should understand their choices before being asked to make a decision.

Honest Guidance

Straightforward advice—even when the best answer is to slow down, ask more questions or reconsider an option.

Consistent Communication

Keep clients informed so they never feel forgotten or unsure about what happens next.

Buyer Advocacy

Help buyers ask informed questions and navigate the process from builder selection through closing.

Professional Can Still Be Fun

Deliver serious service without making the experience feel stiff or impersonal.

New Construction

Thinking About Building or Buying New?

Builder sales representatives work for the builder. You can choose to have your own real estate agent guide you, advocate for your interests and help you make informed decisions throughout the build.

Comparing builders and communities

Side-by-side insight on reputations, build quality and community fit.

Understanding advertised incentives

Clarify what's actually being offered and how it may affect your deal.

Reviewing the process and important questions

Know what to ask—before you're asked to sign.

Attending builder meetings and walkthroughs

An advocate present for design center, framing and pre-close visits.

Coordinating independent inspections

Help arrange third-party inspections at key construction milestones.

Tracking construction progress

Stay updated as your home moves from slab to finish.

Preparing for closing

Walk in confident and ready for closing day.

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Important

Contact me before registering online or visiting a model home whenever possible so I can help you understand the builder's agent-registration process.

How It Works

A Simple Process

01

Tell Me What You're Looking For

Share your preferred area, budget, timeline and must-haves.

02

Build a Buyer Game Plan

Discuss financing, representation and the steps ahead.

03

Compare Homes and Builders

Explore options that genuinely fit instead of searching randomly.

04

Move Forward With Support

Receive guidance from the first tour through inspections, walkthroughs and closing.

Where I Help

Northeast San Antonio Service Area

I help buyers across Northeast San Antonio and the surrounding communities. Don't see your area listed? Reach out—I may still be able to help or point you in the right direction.

Cibolo
Schertz
Selma
Live Oak
Universal City
Converse
Marion
Seguin
Surrounding NE SA communities
Let's Talk

Tell Me What You're Looking For

Give me a few details and I'll help you start narrowing down the builders, communities and homes that may fit your goals.

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Tatum personally reviews every submission and will follow up with you.

Good Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Representation, compensation, builder policies, incentives and financing can all vary. The best next step is a quick conversation about your specific circumstances.

No pressure, just a plan

Ready to Make a Move—or Just Ready to Understand Your Options?

You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Tell me where you are in the process, and we'll take it one step at a time.

Start My Home-Buying Game Plan

New Construction?

Let's find your fit.

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