If you’re looking to buy a home in 2020, have you thought about putting your tax refund toward a down payment? Homeownership may be one step closer than you think if you spend your dollars wisely this year. Based on data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $2,962 when filing their taxes this…
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Things to Consider When Selling Your House It’s difficult to know when is the best time to sell, or how to get the most money for your house, but you don’t need to go through the process alone. You may be wondering if prices are projected to rise or fall… or how much competition you may…
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Things to Consider When Buying a Home The process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don’t need to go through it alone. You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a home … or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. I put together a free…
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It’s unclear when the next recession will come. But a recent report argues that when it does the U.S. housing market is unlikely to adversely affected in any major way. Researchers at First American Financial Services, a title insurance company, examined how the country’s housing market has fared historically during recessionary periods. Based on what’s happened in past…
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Even though there’s a big buyer demand for homes in today’s low inventory market, it doesn’t mean you should price your home as high as the sky when you’re ready to sell. Here’s why making sure you price it right is key to driving the best price for the sale. If you’ve ever watched the show “The Price Is Right,” you…
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Let’s talk about selling your home. THE prime real estate selling season is just around the corner. While investors are always on the lookout for a great deal, these next few months are when the most owner-occupant buyers are out looking for their next home. It’s also when the most houses are on the market and…
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The headlines in real estate today all revolve around one major point: there is a shortage of homes available for sale. Price appreciation is accelerating again because there is a shortage of homes available for sale. First-time buyers are taking longer to purchase a home because there is a shortage of homes available for sale in the lower price points….
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Selling your house is exciting! It marks the close to an exciting chapter in your life. And it can take months, so many homeowners are ready to get their house on the market and finish the whole process as soon as possible. Don’t rush to list your house if you’re not ready to sell. Unfinished repairs,…
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The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that Collin County homes remained in demand at the close of 2019, resulting in reduced inventory for homebuyers and increased profits for home sellers throughout the county. Housing inventory dwindled to 2.4 months in December 2019, 16.1% less than the year prior. A decrease triggered by 15.0% more…
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Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2020 In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. led and inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our…
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