Caitlyn Goins

12/29/2025

12/29/2025

At Billy Earl Dade Middle School in Dallas, organizers of the annual “Breakfast with Dads” event expected about 50 volunteer fathers or father figures to join students for a morning meal and mentoring, especially for the roughly 150 boys signed up who might not have had a dad to bring. After a Facebook post seeking mentors quickly went viral, responses poured in far beyond expectations, and on Dec. 14, 2017, more than 600 men showed up to participate, filling the gym and serving as supportive role models for the students. The event included breakfast and interactive activities, such as teaching boys how to tie neckties, creating meaningful moments between volunteers and students.

The overwhelming turnout highlighted a strong community response and underscored the school’s goal of engaging families and providing positive male influences. Event organizers, including children’s advocate Kristina Dove, hope to build on this success by bringing those volunteers together again for future mentorship opportunities, reinforcing the impact of community involvement in students’ lives.

10/20/2025

🏡 Ready to start your home journey but not sure where to begin?
Here’s the truth — waiting to talk to a lender until you’ve found the perfect home can cost you the deal.

✅ Get pre-approved first.
✅ Know exactly what you can afford.
✅ Lock in your rate before the next market jump.

Whether you’re buying your first home, upgrading, or investing — I can show you your real numbers in just 10 minutes.

📲 Comment “READY” or DM me “HOME” and I’ll send you the link to start your pre-approval today.
Your dream home is waiting — let’s make sure you’re ready when it shows up. 💫

10/17/2025

🚨 Thinking about buying a home soon?
Please don’t make this mistake before you apply for a mortgage. 👀

Most people think paying off credit cards or closing old accounts will help their approval…
but it can actually hurt your credit score and delay your loan. 😬

✅ Do this instead:
• Keep balances under 30%
• Pay everything on time
• Don’t close accounts or make major financial moves until you talk with your lender

I guide my clients through this exact prep process before we even pull credit — so they start from a strong position. 💪

📞 Save this post and reach out if you want a free pre-application prep call — a little guidance now can save you thousands later. 🏡💸

10/16/2025

Here’s the thing — when rates fall, home prices almost always rise. That means while everyone else is waiting for the “perfect time,” they’re actually losing buying power month by month.

As a dual-licensed REALTOR® + Loan Officer, I’ll show you exactly what buying now vs. waiting really looks like — using your real numbers, not online estimates. 📊

No pressure, no pitch. Just facts, strategy, and options made simple.

📞 Tap the link in my bio or comment “CALL” to schedule your free 15-minute home strategy session.

Let’s see how close you actually are to owning your home. 🏡✨

10/16/2025

🚨 Waiting for rates to drop? That wait could cost you more than you think.

Here’s the truth ⬇️
When rates fall, home prices usually shoot right back up — and that can erase any savings from a lower rate. 😬

A slightly higher rate today can still mean a better deal overall if you lock in before the next price jump. 💸

I help clients run real-life comparisons so you can see your true buying power — not just the headline rates.

💬 DM me “BUYING POWER” for a free calculator + custom breakdown of what buying now vs waiting really looks like.

🏡✨ Let’s find your sweet spot!

10/01/2025

✨ Buying a home doesn’t have to feel overwhelming — it’s a step-by-step journey! 🏡

From getting pre-approved ✅ to house hunting 🔍, inspections 🛠, and finally closing on your dream home 🎉 — I’ll be with you every step of the way to guide you through the process.

Thinking about starting your home journey? Let’s chat! 📲