Josh Lashaway · Williams & Company Real Estate
Buying a home in Lubbock
Find the right fit. Understand the trade-offs. Feel confident about your next move.
I help you narrow the search, look beyond the listing photos, and negotiate the details—then keep things moving from your first showing to closing day.
Start with how you want to live
Your search should fit your life.
We’ll start with your comfortable price range, timing, and must-haves. Then we’ll narrow the options around the things that matter day to day.
- Location and the commute you actually want to make.
- A floor plan that works for your routines, storage, and work space.
- The yard, garage, and outdoor space you’ll use.
- How much maintenance or updating you want to take on.
If you’re financing, we’ll involve your lender early. Your comfort level guides the search; a maximum approval doesn’t have to become your spending target.
Time to investigate before moving forward
The option period and inspections matter.
Negotiating an option period is an important part of the offer. I work to secure enough time for inspections, follow-up evaluations, and contractor quotes so we can discuss any concerns and repair negotiations before the deadline.
When the contract’s option-fee and notice requirements are met, the option period gives you the right to terminate for any reason with timely written notice. I’ll help you understand the agreed dates and keep those deadlines in view.
Home inspection
I always recommend a home inspection, even when a house looks move-in ready. It gives us a professional assessment of accessible systems and visible conditions, and helps identify questions that need a specialist’s evaluation.
Pest & termite inspection
In my experience, termites are a common concern in West Texas. I always recommend a pest inspection that includes checking for termites and other wood-destroying insects, so we can address findings before moving forward.
Plumbing scope
For homes built before 2005, I also recommend a sewer-line camera scope. Older homes may have cast iron or Orangeburg piping, and a scope helps evaluate the condition of accessible lines.
The 2005 cutoff is my screening guideline; actual materials and previous replacements vary by house.
If something comes up, I help with the next steps. Through remodeling my rental properties, I’ve built relationships with contractors I know and trust. I can help coordinate follow-up inspections and get quotes from plumbers, HVAC technicians, roofers, and other specialists so we can negotiate with better information.
A search that works around your schedule
Busy week? Buying from a distance?
I can preview homes, send video walkthroughs, and help you narrow the list before making time for an in-person visit. We can keep questions and favorite listings together in a group chat so everyone involved stays in the loop.
A real client example: An ER physician starting full-time work at UMC was working nights. I created a group chat with him and his wife, toured homes on video, and arranged in-person visits when a property made their shortlist. I also helped coordinate inspections, contractor quotes, and repair scheduling after closing.
Buying as a doctor or medical resident →
A plan for your situation
What does your move look like?
Buying and selling together
We’ll plan your sale and purchase together, involve your lender, and work through the timing, contingencies, and moving arrangements.
Plan your home sale →Moving to Lubbock
We can use video tours, focused visits, and your priorities for location and commute to make a search from another city more manageable.
Explore relocation help →Buying your first home
You should have room to ask questions and know what happens next. I’ll explain the search, offer, inspection, and closing steps as we go.
First-time buyer guidance →Considering new construction
We’ll compare homes and written terms, including what’s included, the completion timeline, and the conditions attached to incentives.
New-construction guidance →Looking for a luxury home
We’ll focus on the layout, finish quality, privacy, outdoor spaces, and details that matter to you in a higher-end property.
Explore luxury real estate →Buying an investment property
We’ll look at rental potential, operating costs, condition, and management needs alongside the purchase price.
Investment property guidance →From offer to keys
You’ll know what comes next.
Build the offer
Review comparable sales and discuss price, financing, contingencies, the option period, and your preferred timing.
Work through inspections
Schedule inspections promptly, gather answers and estimates, and work through repair negotiations with the option deadline in mind.
Keep the details moving
Stay on top of deadlines, lender requests, title work, and negotiated changes.
Get ready to close
Coordinate the final walkthrough, closing arrangements, and possession details. If you need contractor help afterward, I can help make those connections.
From past buyers
Patient guidance. Clear communication.
“Josh was extremely helpful from start to finish. I am very picky and Josh was super patient and never rushed me Into any decisions. He showed us more than the normal amount of homes but was always happy to oblige. I would definitely recommend working with Josh if you want someone who is well put together and knows his stuff!”
“As a first-time home buyer, I couldn't have asked for a better experience than the one I had with Josh Lashaway. From the very beginning, Josh was incredibly knowledgeable about the real estate market and took the time to truly understand what I wanted and needed in a home. He consistently went the extra mile to find properties that matched my criteria and kept me informed throughout the entire process. Josh's communication was clear and timely, and his guidance gave me the confidence I needed to make such a big decision. He was patient, supportive, and always had my best interests in mind. Thanks to Josh, I found a home that I absolutely love! I highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy, especially if you're new to the process!”
Start with a conversation
Tell me what home looks like to you.
Send your preferred price range, timing, must-haves, and any homes you’ve saved. You don’t need to have every detail figured out before we talk.