Homeownership

Nov. 1, 2025

70% of Veterans (that's 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit...

If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment.

Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that's 7 out of every 10) don’t know …

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Oct. 15, 2025

Trying to break into the market without breaking the bank?

Trying to break into the market without breaking the bank? You may want to look at fixer-uppers. The median listing price for the typical single-family home is $436,000. But for fixer-uppers? It’s only around $200,000. And if you’re doing the math, that’s about 54% difference. Now, a house …

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June 11, 2025

One size doesn't fit all in multigenerational housing.

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Jan. 13, 2025

How Much Home Equity Have You Gained in North Texas? The Answer Might Surprise You

Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner? As home values rise, so does your net worth. And, if you’ve been in your house for a few years (or longer), there’s a good chance you’re sitting on a pile of …

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Dec. 30, 2024

How Eco-Friendly Features Can Boost Your Home’s Value


Selling your house? Or just looking to increase the value and appeal of your home for when you do? Here’s something you should know – homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with environmentally friendly features.

What Energy Efficient Features Do Buyers Want?

According to recent data from the National Association …

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Dec. 27, 2024

The Personal Joys of Having a Home To Call Your Own

There’s no doubt that owning a home comes with significant financial benefits. And this time of year is a great time to reflect on the other reasons why owning a home is so meaningful.

A house is more than four walls and a roof – it’s a place where memories …

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Aug. 5, 2024

Americans Have Significant Home Equity Today

Right now, over 2/3 of homeowners have at least 50% equity in their homes. And that much equity can go a long way toward buying a new place. Curious about how much equity you have? I can walk you through a Professional Equity Assessment Report on your house. Drop …

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April 11, 2024

Builders Are Building Smaller Homes

There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right …

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April 8, 2024

Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans

If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy your first home? Or is it possible you could still qualify for a home …

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April 1, 2024

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