"An historic house, circa 1905, near downtown Dallas, Texas

7 Tips for Buying a Historic Home

Historic homes tell stories. Are you a history lover and want a house with a piece of ancient elegance? A historic home may be a part of a famed story over 50 years ago or a Federal-style townhouse that you can quickly like.  Historic homes are often associated with the area, and many have been…

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Young couple looking at their new move-in ready home

Should You Move into a Move-In-Ready Home or a Fixer-Upper?

It’s easy to be enticed by a rock-bottom price tag when you’re home shopping. And it can be a delightful fantasy to think about all the beautiful upgrades and projects you’ll get to tackle with a fixer-upper. But there’s a reality involved: hard work and lots of expenses.  Now, if you’re a professional contractor or…

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7 Tips on How to Choose and Buy a House During Harsh Winter Weather

Winter is a great time to buy a house. With the holidays approaching, it’s easier for you to find a home you can afford before your budget is blown by Christmas spending. But winter is also an unpredictable season with rain and snow that can make it difficult to inspect or assess properties in person.…

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Home Flipping: Restoring Homes in a Low-Inventory Housing Market

Multi-million-dollar mansions, there just aren’t enough houses for the number of people looking to buy or rent. This is the result of a SNAFU of past circumstances. Under-development in previous decades and a massive pandemic slow-down in the construction industry have conspired to result in an unignorable housing inventory shortage as buyers emerge to buy…

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The Quick Handbook for Buying an HOA Home

Right now, about one-fourth of single-family homes are in HOA neighborhoods. When buying a home, there’s a good chance that your dream opportunity will be in an HOA. How do you buy an HOA and make sure you’ll be happy as a member of the association? This is your quick go-to guide for buying an…

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Strategies to Sell Your Home in the Autumn Housing Market

Selling a home in autumn is a unique experience. It is often more measured than the frenzy of summer buys but warmer and more responsive than the frozen housing market of winter. Depending on your region, seasons, and seller preferences;  fall could be the perfect time to sell your home. The Seasonal Cycle of Home…

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What Happens On Closing Day When Buying A House?

Closing day is an exciting moment for every home buyer. It marks the end of the home buying process, whereby the seller finally transfers the property homeownership to you. It can be overwhelming if you don’t know what to expect. In this guide, we walk you through the important things to expect on the closing…

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Buying a House vs. Buying a Condo: What to Expect

Buying a new home is a big decision for anyone. Whether you’re buying a family residence or an investment property, there is an important choice to make in the type of property you choose. The two types of home property are single-family homes and condo homes which share a building with other privately-owned condos. On…

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Couple sitting on a couch while using a tablet device to look for a property during their home buying process.

Eight Most Important Factors to Consider When Buying a New Home

Home buying can be a rather daunting task due to all the different factors you need to consider. For starters, everyone has unique priorities and expectations from their new home. Most realtors, therefore, encourage homeowners to have a priority list when house hunting. Doing this ensures you get all the features you need most from…

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Happy family outside of their newly-bought home, considering home buying guide.

How to Buy a House: Nine-Step Home Buying Guide

Many people begin the journey of homeownership by learning the process. How do you buy a house for the first time? What steps should you plan for in your own home purchasing experience? These are questions commonly faced by people who have just decided about buying a house. This article will walk you through everything…

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