Here's What You Need to Know About Selling a Home in Sugar Land, Missouri City and Sienna...


Nestled in the vibrant suburbs of Houston, the Sugar Land, Missouri City and Sienna area offers an unparalleled blend of serene suburban living and the convenience of city life.

Seller Course

Module 1: Choosing Your Agent

Module 2: Marketing in Today's World

Module 3: Supercharging Traditional Marketing

Module 4: Compensation Commissions

Module 5: Savvy Negotiations

Module 6: The Importance of Communications

Module 7: Savvy Sellers Goals and Priorities

Module 8: Getting Clarity

Module 9: How to Prepare for a Great Sale

Module 10: Do's and Don'ts When Selling Your Home

Why I'm The Right Choice

Exclusive Market Updates

We know selling a property can be stressful and overwhelming! That’s why we got you covered. With the right team by your side, we will guide and navigate you through the selling process to help you make informative decisions and get the best terms possible on your sale!

Our exclusive market updates will help you stay ahead of the curve with our up to minute market updates. From the latest listings, price trends and days on market, we ensure you will have all the information you need to make informed decisions on your sale.
Sugar Land, Missouri City and Sienna area real estate landscape is dynamic, and with our expert analysis you will always be well informed and in the know.


Preparing for a possible move this summer? Click below to check out our moving checklist to get your whole house ready for the next home!

Want to know what is happening throughout Sienna, Missouri City and Sugar Land Now? Click below for a full live schedule of local events around town!

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What Makes Us Different...

Shelley Stone | Realtor

Meet Shelley Stone

Experience the Difference

Buying or selling a home is a life–altering, which is why you do not want just any REALTOR by your side. As a top-ranked real estate team, we have a proven track record of seamless transactions and excellent customer service.

We are a luxury real estate team that specializes in the sale and purchase of residential real estate in Houston and Fort Bend County. Our focus is helping clients find a place to call home while providing up-to-date local market information and professional advice they can trust.

Our real estate approach is different, we provide a more personalized concierge approach for our clients. Our expertise lies in helping our clients get the home they want by handling the big (and small) details thoroughly. For sellers, we devise creative ways to prepare and market the home for sale, and for buyers, we go the extra mile to make the offer stand out. We make a difference in the sale by focusing on the details that matter most in this highly competitive market.

An Unforgettable Experience, Every Time

We are committed to fast, professional, and courteous service to help you understand and feel at ease throughout the home buying and selling process. My clients come first, and I believe that integrity and open communication must exist to achieve a win-win experience for everyone involved.

Our team has the experience and the resources to help clients achieve their ultimate goals. Going through the process of buying or selling can be tricky. I pride myself in making this process as easy and painless as possible. Growing up in the Houston area has given me a lot of insight and knowledge to the area and market. Combined with unparalleled service, and a passion for real estate, I can assist with any of your real estate needs.

Watch Our Virtual Seller Seminar Library

Learn the latest and most up to date marketing and sales tactics

to sell your home for top dollar.

The Pre-Market Quiz

"Will your home pass the test before going to market?"

​Learn how to sell your home for top dollar right now

​You may need to make a few changes before selling

Pre-Market Timelines

"Let's talk about the timelines before listing a home with us."

​What you should expect when getting your home ready to sell

​How to maximize the return on your investment

Timing

"How quickly will my home sell? This is a common question we get."

​Learn about the market climate and absorption rates

​The market climate will determine how quickly your home will sell

Marketing Your Home

"The importance of marketing your home properly."

​Digital marketing exposes your property to the masses

Negotiation will be key in selling you home

Pricing your home is not as easy as checking Zillow

Marketing Your Home

"The importance of marketing your home properly."

​Digital marketing exposes your property to the masses

Negotiation will be key in selling you home

Underpricing and overpricing your home will cause you to lose money

Is Zillow Accurate?

"Should I use Zillow as an accurate evaluation of my home’s value?"

​​Zillow is an algorithm based on public data

​Zillow has never seen the inside of your home and it’s a computer

​Zillow comes up with the value based upon what your neighbors are selling for

What to Disclose?

To disclose or not to disclose

This is vital to ensure that you are safe during and after the sale

Over-disclosure is better than under-disclosure

Receiving Offers

"How do you know if you should accept the offer you just got?"

What if you don't receive the amount of offers you were hoping for?

What happens if we have more than one offer?

How to Get Top Dollar

"There are a few hacks to get maximum exposure and top dollar"

​​If you're stressed out on the selling mistakes, here's what you need to do

What you can do to get higher sale

Negotiations

"How to negotiate like a master to make sure you get the most out of your home?"

​How to get top dollar when selling

Walking away with the most amount of money in your pocket

Inspections?!

"Should you get inspections done prior to listing my home?"

The advantages of having inspections done prior to listing

Saves you time and money

Curb Appeal

"How to make a good first impression"

​​How to get maximum exposure and top dollar

There are simple tricks that can save you money and maximize the return on your investment at the same time

Should I Take the First Offer?

"NO NO NO!"

​The goal is for your home to be seen by the masses

Then, to get the highest and best price and terms for your home

What Are Contingencies?

"When a buyer has made an offer on a home and the seller has accepted it but the final sale is contingent on certain criteria being met."

This criteria, or contingencies, typically fall under four major categories: appraisal, loan approval, inspections and reports & disclosures

Contingency Timeframes

"Now we're in contract prior to contingencies being removed. Now we're in business."

​​The buyer now will secure their loan, have their inspections on the property, and review all of the reports and disclosures

At The Shelley Stone Group, we know that selling your house is a big step. You might feel overwhelmed or burdened by everything involved in selling your house.

You might be wondering what your house is worth or if it’s really the right time to sell. This is where we can help.

Now we're sharing exactly how so you can sell your home too. Inside of the seller seminar you'll get step-by-step videos breaking down everything you need to know BEFORE selling your home - to get the highest price possible, in the quickest time possible.

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Sienna, Suga Land, Missouri City Fall Events

Fall Events in Sugar Land, Sienna, and Missouri CityNew Blog Post

September 30, 20253 min read

There is so much to love in Sugar Land, Sienna, and Missouri City, Texas, during October. Explore some of our favorite local events below

Sugar Land

  • Sugar Land OktoberfestSaturday, October 4, 2025, 5–9 PM at Sugar Land Town Square (15958 City Walk, Sugar Land). This is the 4th annual Oktoberfest celebration, transforming Town Square into a Bavarian beer festival. Enjoy 50+ beers at the Flying Saucer Biergarten, live polka music and dancing, German food, an artisan market, and classic Oktoberfest contests/games (like stein holding and costume contests)

  • Fall-O-Ween FestivalSaturday, October 25, 2025, 12 PM – 4 PM at the First Colony Mall Lawn (16535 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land). Billed as Sugar Land’s “biggest fall festival,” this daytime family-friendly event features live music, festive food, and lots of fall activities on the mall’s outdoor lawn. Kids can enjoy games and trick-or-treating in a safe environment.

  • Halloween Town at Constellation FieldThursday, October 30, 2025, 5 PM – 9 PM at Constellation Field (1 Stadium Dr, Sugar Land). Constellation Field will be transformed into “Halloween Town,” a huge evening festival for all ages. There will be candy for all kids, costume contests for children, adults and pets, a movie screening on the big screen (“Scooby Doo” 2002), character appearances, inflatables, oversized games, family activities, and more.

  • Holy Cross Church Pumpkin PatchWeekends, October 14–29, 2025 at Holy Cross Episcopal Church (5653 W. Riverpark Dr, Sugar Land). A traditional church pumpkin patch open to the community on the last three Saturdays & Sundays in October (10 AM – 6 PM each day). There is no fee to enter; families can browse for pumpkins and take photos in a fun fall setting.

  • Christ Church Pumpkin PatchDaily, October 6 – 31, 2025 (10 AM – 7 PM) at Christ Church Sugar Land (3300 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land). A large community pumpkin patch open seven days a week throughout October. The patch offers a variety of pumpkins and gourds for sale, photo ops, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

  • “BOO!seum” at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery CenterOngoing, October 11–31, 2025 at Fort Bend Children’s Discovery Center (198 Kempner St, Sugar Land). The children’s museum becomes the “BOO-scovery” Center for the latter half of October, decked out in spooky fun décor. There are special themed activities and events each week: a Halloween Kick-Off on October 11, Monster Mayhemscience day on October 18, Mad Science shows on October 25, and a Happy Halloweenbash on October 31.

  • 20th Annual Gingerbread MarketSaturday, October 18, 2025, 10 AM – 4 PM at Sawmill Lake Club & Pavilion (10323 Mount Logan, Sienna – Missouri City). This long-running holiday craft market kicks off the season in Sienna. Over 60 artisan vendors and local crafters will be selling boutique items, holiday décor, gifts, and more. Food trucks will be on site for refreshments.

  • Sienna’s Trick or Treat MarketSaturday, October 25, 2025, 10 AM – 2 PM at 9050 Hwy 6 #100, Missouri City (in Sienna). New for 2025, this “Sweet & Spooky” outdoor market invites families to shop local vendors while kids trick-or-treat from booth to booth. Expect a variety of sweets, treats, and fun activities in a safe community environment.

Missouri City

  • Tricks & Treats in the ParkSaturday, October 18, 2025, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Buffalo Run Park (1122 Buffalo Run, Missouri City). The City of Missouri City’s annual Halloween festival invites ghosts and goblins of all ages to come in costume for an evening of fun in the park.

  • Horizon Baptist Church Pumpkin PatchSeptember 28 – October 31, 2025 at Horizon Baptist Church (2223 FM 1092, Missouri City). A community pumpkin patch running all month long: open Wednesdays–Fridays 3 PM to dusk, Saturdays 10 AM to dusk, and Sundays noon to dusk throughout October.

Fall Events in Sugar Land, Sienna, and Missouri CityFall 2025 Events South Houston
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Shelley Stone | Realtor

The Shelley Stone Group is an independent luxury real estate team led by Shelley Stone and operating under eXp Realty, specializing in listings, relocation, and move-up buyers in Sugar Land and Sienna, Texas.

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Real Buyers. Real Results.

"We thoroughly enjoyed working with Shelley and she made the selling process as easy as it could be."

"She was always available for us and usually a few steps ahead with following-up with potential clients and proactively communicating with us. We would highly recommend Shelley to anyone looking for a high-qualified and professional realtor."

- Jose B

"Shelley was a second to none realtor and a great person to work with."

"Our sale was a difficult situation for a number of factors and Shelley made the process as painless as possible. After a number of more difficult realtor situations, we finally found the right fit and are very satisfied with our experience."

- Chris G.

"This group was outstanding."

"The entire process went very smoothly. We worked directly with Shelley Stone who is just excellent – a great listener, smart, does her homework, is creative, very good communicator and timely in her contacts with us every step of the way. She was so enjoyable to work with. In summary we would recommend the group and Shelley to anyone selling their home. Within 72 hours of the listing, we had 3 offers on our home."

- George C.

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