Lana Horning, Realtor

10/06/2026

📍 909 Lochhead Ave, Flint 48507
🛏 2 Beds
🛁 1.5 Baths
💰 $72,500

✨ $2,500 in seller concessions ✨

$2,500 in seller concessions means $2,500 LESS you have to bring to closing. This is money you could use toward making this house yours - new carpet, remodels, etc.

Want to see it in person? Contact me directly for a showing!

Homes for sale: 909 Lochhead AVE, Flint, MI 48507 (MLS #: 20261061988) with 2 beds, 2.0 baths, 986 sqft, and listed for $72500.

09/22/2026

Allow me to reintroduce myself (non-AI version). That’s right, I wrote this whole thing BY MYSELF but trigger warning, I do like to use dashes…

My name is Lana Horning (duh). I am a real estate agent working mostly in Oakland, Genesee, and Livingston counties. However, I am licensed to work anywhere in Michigan and would be happy to chat about helping you buy or sell in other areas as well!

I have my Masters in Social Work and worked as a social worker for 6+ years prior to transitioning to real estate. So on top of helping you with your real estate needs, I can also be your personal therapist at no extra charge. And let’s be real, this process can get pretty emotional.

I am a mom to two amazing children who are my entire world. I am an animal lover and have a dog and 11 chickens. I love traveling (mostly to Disney 🐭🏰), Marvel movies, going to concerts, sitting by bonfires, crafting, and doing pretty much anything with friends and family. I am also a big foodie and love trying out a new recipe or restaurant.

I do this job to provide a good life for my kids and I am a true empath so trust me when I say your home journey is deeply personal to me. I don’t just want to help you buy and sell, I want to help you find your way to place that truly feels like home - your happy place, your safe place.

I am far from your typical real estate agent. I am not going to pressure you to do anything you don’t want to do. But I will absolutely give you all the information to make the best choice for yourself and fight like hell to get you whatever that is.

So if you want an agent who is going to support and empower you, and you’re not afraid of peace signs, sarcasm, and the occasional curse word - I’m your girl! Let’s chat!!! 💕

09/18/2026

Follow Giant House Farms for the best sourdough bread and treats. I personally learned how to make sourdough bread from one of her classes and can confirm she’s the best around!

Okay, this is INSANE. 🤯❤️

I’m currently 94 followers away from 7,000. WHAT?! 😭

The follower count was never the goal when I started Giant House Farms. I just wanted to bake good sourdough, build a little community, and share all of the crazy homestead chaos along the way.

But now that we’re THIS close to 7K, I think we need to have a little fun with it! 👀

Is it completely insane to think we could hit 7,000 by the end of TODAY? Absolutely. 😂
Is it probably impossible? Maybe. 😂
Are we going to try anyway? HECK YES. 🙌🏻

So if we somehow manage to hit 7,000 followers by the end of today, I’ll randomly pick ONE of my local followers to win a box of cookies to pick up at the farm stand tomorrow! 🍪❤️

So, share this with your friends, tag someone who needs to follow Giant House Farms, and let’s see if we can make this crazy little goal happen! 🥹

94 to go. LET’S DO THIS. 🚜🍞🍪

09/17/2026

✨ Local Business Spotlight ✨

Let’s talk about the bakery that 👏🏼 never 👏🏼 misses. 👏🏼

Tasty Layers Custom Cakes in Burton has been my go-to bakery for years, and there’s a reason I keep coming back. Their cakes and cupcakes are not only beautiful, but they taste AMAZING. The quality, flavor, and attention to detail are seriously unmatched.

They’re a little bit of a drive for me, but 100% worth it because I know every single time I order from them, they’re going to deliver. And when it comes to birthdays and special occasions, I’m not taking chances on the cake. 😂

If you’re looking for a local bakery for your next celebration, definitely check out Tasty Layers!

09/16/2026

From locally owned restaurants and historic gathering places to coffee, sweet treats, pizza and convenient favorites, Holly has something for every appetite. Explore the community, enjoy a great meal and support the businesses that help make Holly a welcoming destination.
Tagging our Holly dining destinations:
Café
Café
Devil
Restaurant
Family Dining
Inn Bar & Grill
’s Coney Island
Alley Brewery
’s
Alley Coffee
& Saddle
’s Coffee
Hortons
Fuel
Nutrition
and Kisses
’s Ice Cream
Poppa’s Pizzeria
’s Pizza
Howie’s Pizza
Caesars

Bell
’s
Moose Lodge — Members and guests only
Please check individual business pages for current weekend hours.

09/14/2026

Let’s make your next move mean a little more!

From now through the end of the year, for every client who buys OR sells a home with me and closes by December 31st, I’ll personally donate $100 to a charity of their choice.

Buying your first home? You pick the charity.
Selling and starting a new chapter? You pick the charity.
Buying AND selling with me? That’s $200 donated!

There are so many organizations doing incredible things in our communities, and I thought this would be a fun way to give back while helping people with one of the biggest decisions they’ll make.

So, if a move has been in the back of your mind, or you know someone who’s thinking about buying or selling, I’d love the opportunity to help.

Your move. Your cause. My donation.

Feel free to message me anytime. Even if you’re just curious about what your home is worth or what buying could look like for you, I’m always happy to chat!

09/04/2026

Not heading out of town for Labor Day weekend? You don’t have to go far to find something fun to do! Make it a farmers market weekend and support some amazing local vendors.

📍 Saturday - Clarkston Area Farmers Market
⏰ 9am-1pm
📌 6558 Waldon Rd., Clarkston

📍 Sunday - Holly Farmers Market
⏰ 10am-2pm
📌 Crapo Park - 201 Baird St., Holly

Sometimes the best weekend plans are right in your own backyard. Happy Labor Day weekend, Oakland County! 🇺🇸

09/03/2026

When you’re good at what you do but not so good at talking yourself up, you call in some assistance. 😂

So today I asked ChatGPT:

“Based on what you know about me, what are the top 3 skills I have that would make people want to use me as their real estate agent?”

And I actually loved the answer:

"1. You make complicated things feel understandable. Real estate comes with a LOT—mortgages, inspections, contingencies, closing costs, negotiations, contracts…and most people don’t buy houses often enough to know all the ins and outs. One of your strengths is taking all of that information and breaking it down in a way that actually makes sense. You want your clients to understand what’s happening, why it matters, and what their options are.

2. You naturally think about things from other people’s perspective. You don’t just think about buying or selling a house as a transaction. You think about the person behind it. What are they worried about? What’s important to their family? What can they comfortably afford? What does their day-to-day life look like? What kind of community do they actually want to live in? Finding the right house is only part of it. You want to help people make decisions that make sense for their real life.

3. Your social work background gave you some pretty great real estate skills. Listening. Asking the right questions. Problem-solving. Navigating stressful situations. Advocating for people. Helping someone understand their options without pressuring them into a decision. Turns out those skills translate REALLY well to real estate."

And maybe that’s the kind of agent I want to be known as. Not the pushy salesperson, but the person you feel comfortable calling when you have a million questions, aren’t sure what comes next, or just need someone in your corner to help you figure it out.

Because that? I’m really good at.

09/02/2026

"So...how much cash do I need to buy a $300,000 home?"

Great question. I'm glad you asked! A lot of buyers assume you need a 20% down payment to buy a house but that's not always the case.

On a $300,000 home, your down payment could look something like:

- 3% down: $9,000
- 3.5% down: $10,500
- 5% down: $15,000
- 10% down: $30,000
- 20% down: $60,000

(AND SOMETIMES even $0 down depending on your financing!)

But the down payment isn't the only cash you'll want to plan for. You'll also have closing costs, which can be several thousand dollars depending on the loan and transaction, plus things like your home inspection and appraisal.

And here's something many first time buyers don't realize: depending on the situation, there may be down payment assistance programs, lender credits, or seller concessions that can help reduce how much cash you ultimately need at closing.

So if you've been telling yourself...
“I'll never be able to buy because I don't have 20% saved.”
Don't count yourself out yet.

Buying a $300K home with $10–20K available can be completely realistic depending on your situation.

Want to know what buying could realistically look like with the amount YOU currently have saved?

DM me “BUY” and I'll help you figure out where to start. 🏡

08/28/2026

✨Community Highlight: Clarkston Edition✨

One of the many reasons to love living in (or near) Clarkston! Depot Park is such a gem for families! With a great playground for kids of all ages, a beautiful and peaceful setting, and downtown just steps away, it’s the perfect spot to spend an afternoon.