Why a holistic approach to real estate?
The famous saying, "genetics loads the gun but the environment pulls the trigger," is absolutely true. Did you know that according to the EPA, the levels of indoor air pollutants are often 2 to 5 times higher than outdoor levels, and in some cases these levels can exceed 100 times that of outdoor levels of the same pollutants? Building biology as well as location can greatly impact your indoor air quality. By taking a holistic approach to real estate, we can tailor our home search to homes that will be conducive to better air quality. Looking at building materials, possible improvements and renovations (either existing or possible in the future), as well as home location and proximity to areas like refineries, factories, and even major roadways will assist us in finding the perfect home for you and your family.
My experiences drive me to fight for YOU and your family.
As a holistic realtor, a mother, and a survivor of toxigenic mold poisoning, my approach to real estate is different. Every client is unique, but we can all be impacted by poor building practices, cheap building materials, defects and errors made during the building process, including improperly installed HVAC systems, the design and type of home we select, and even the location we choose to live. I strive to guide my clients through the traditional real estate experience with an extreme emphasis on wellness and finding positive outcomes - throughout the home search process AND when it comes time to negotiate the best terms on your purchase agreement!
Here's what my holistic approach to real estate looks like...

I believe advocating for healthy homes is critical, so my mission is to fully vet each property that meets your search criteria, offering advice based on my unique experience and training, and recommend only the most qualified professionals for you to select from when it comes to inspecting your prospective home. 

 

I offer a complete list of vendors that specialize in mold including: mold inspection and lab testing, remediation, and HVAC inspections to thoroughly check the lungs of your home and ensure your heating and cooling system is functioning as designed. These vendors follow IICRC standards and are properly licensed with TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) and collaborate with the best in the business at a national level, have extensive experience in mold litigation and giving expert testimony, and many have the added (and unfortunate) benefit of being mold illness survivors themselves. 

 

My healthy home vendor list also includes non-toxic friendly businesses to help you care for your home after closing, including house cleaning, pest control, lawn-care services, water delivery and whole home water purification, and air purification systems - both portable and HVAC added upgrades. Additionally, I have acquired excellent vendors who specialize in irrigation work, patio and driveway extensions, Christmas light installations, and more.

Even more services tailored to you...

I review your desired home search area and provide data to address any 5G concerns you may have and provide tips to keep your home safe from additional EMF radiation. Data regarding proximity to cell phone towers and antennas that may impact your desired location is available for your review. 

 

Superfund Sites are always a concern which is why I pull up geographical data that pinpoints the location of any Superfund Site within proximity to your desired home search area. What is a Superfund Site? This is any land in the United States that has been previously contaminated by hazardous waste and identified by the EPA as a candidate for cleanup. Superfund Sites can pose a risk to human health and/or the environment.

 

I also offer an informational guide featuring local-to-you holistic health services like naturopathic care, chiropractic care, midwifery care, doulas, acupuncture, functional medicine, natural healing centers, biological dentists, infared sauna facilities, and exercise facilities for pilates, yoga, 24 hour fitness centers, and so much more. 

 

In addition to the readily available information regarding public schools and their ratings, I offer a complete list of homeschool and private school opporunities in the general area. Texas is a big homeschool state with an abundance of co-ops, hybrid options, and online schooling resources to meet your needs.

 

 

REVIEWS

We have known Mariam for many years, so it was a no-brainer for my wife and me to contact her when it was time for us to find our forever home. She helped us sell our Dad's house after his passing and made that process really smooth and quick, which we appreciated given the circumstances, so we knew she was the right person to help us with our next house. Initially, we weren't really set on a specific area or neighborhood, so we asked her if we could tour homes in several different parts of town. Mariam was agreeable, but ultimately, she was able to help us narrow down where our ideal location was, and helped us find a property that had more than we ever imagined we wanted or needed. She was able to find us a true diamond in the rough, a property that was already generating rental income and included multiple opportunities for further income generation, as well as a place for us to live on-site and enjoy our many hobbies. Once we got under contract, Mariam was a total rockstar and managed to negotiate 100,000 off the asking price of the property after advising us to get multiple inspections and expert opinions on the property and its multiple buildings. Once we closed, Mariam even stepped up to help us find the right contractors for renovations and improvements, and helped us with designing new floor plans and so much more. We highly recommend Mariam as a realtor and will absolutely hire her again if we decide to add to our investment portfolio.

Mariam was just the person we needed to help my siblings and I sell our parent's home. She was compassionate, professional, and made sure we were all kept in the loop. When my parents passed and the home became ours, the property went from two owners to six! Mariam was great at communicating effectively and efficiently with all six sellers, all living in different time zones, with different jobs and lives to maintain. She took the time to create an informative listing presentation on video so we could all watch with our spouses on our own time and understand what the next steps would be, what the comps looked like, and to outline her aggressive approach for getting the house on the market and sold quickly. We were pleased to receive multiple offers within the first weekend the home was on the market, and Mariam took the time to host three open houses back to back to make sure as many buyers could walk the property as possible that weekend. We closed within a month and for over asking price! We all appreciate Mariam's hard work and dedication and can confidently recommend her to anyone looking for a great listing agent!

Mariam Khalili

Mariam Khalili

Agent | License ID: 770167

Holistic Texas Realtor serving Southeast Texas, based in Montgomery, Texas.
 
Specializing in mold, EMFs, air and water quality, I offer a fragrance-free working environment and take all health concerns into consideration when working with a client. Your health and comfort are my number one priority!