REAL ESTATE QUESTIONS ANSWERED

What are the closing costs for buying a house in Texas?

As a realtor in Texas, one of the most common questions I get from homebuyers is, "What are the closing costs for buying a house in...

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What Does a Title Company Do?

When you're buying or selling a home, one of the most important steps in the process is the transfer of ownership. This process involves...

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What You Can Expect During a Home Inspection

If you're in the process of buying a home, one of the most important steps you'll take is a home inspection. A home inspection is an...

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What You Can Expect During an Appraisal

As a realtor, I often work with clients who are buying or selling a property. One of the most important steps in this process is the...

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What is a CMA?

As a real estate agent, one of the tools I use to help my clients understand the value of their property is a Comparative Market Analysis...

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What is "Earnest Money"?

As a Realtor, one of the most common questions I get from clients is about earnest money. Earnest money is a payment made by the buyer at...

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Staging and Decluttering Your Home for a Faster Sale

Selling your home can be an exciting but also stressful process. One way to make your home more appealing to potential buyers is by...

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Benefits of Including Property Taxes in Your Mortgage Payment

Owning a home is a significant investment, and it is important to consider all of the costs associated with homeownership. One of these...

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O & E Letter... Explained

As a prospective buyer, you want to ensure that the property you are interested in purchasing has a clear title and is free of any...

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Escrow, Explained

As you go through the home buying process, you will likely hear the term "escrow" being thrown around. Escrow is an essential component...

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Closing Day... What to Expect

Closing day is the day when the sale of a property is finalized, and ownership is transferred from the seller to the buyer. It's an...

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Info on VA Home Loans

If you're a veteran or an active-duty member of the military, you may be eligible for a VA home loan. These loans offer several benefits,...

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Advantages to Having a Signed Buyer's Agreement

If you're in the market to buy a home, you may be considering working with a real estate agent. While some people prefer to go it alone,...

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The Pros and Cons of Owning an AirBNB

The rise of Airbnb has created a new opportunity for property owners to earn extra income by renting out their homes or apartments to...

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When Do I Consult a Lawyer?

Buying or selling a home is a major financial transaction and can be a complex process. While most people rely on real estate agents to...

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The Difference Between Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval

If you're in the market to buy a home, you may have heard the terms "pre-qualification" and "pre-approval" thrown around. While they may...

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How Much Money Do You Need for a Down Payment?

If you're planning to buy a home, one of the biggest expenses you'll face is the down payment. While there are a variety of down payment...

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The Difference Between a Bank and a Credit Union

Banks and credit unions are both financial institutions that offer a variety of services to their customers, such as checking and savings...

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Resale vs. New Construction... The Pros & Cons

Deciding whether to buy a new home or a resale home can be a difficult decision for any home buyer. Each option has its own pros and...

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High Interest Rates... The Pros and Cons for Buyers and Sellers

As a Texas Realtor, I can tell you that interest rates can have a significant impact on both buyers and sellers in the real estate...

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