Wednesday, October 9, 2024
What is the Homestead Exemption?In Texas, the homestead exemption is a legal provision designed to reduce the property taxes homeowners pay on their primary residence. It works by exempting a portion of a home's value from taxation, thereby lowering the overall property tax burden.The New 5-Year Renewal RuleTraditionally, once a homeo...
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
As you may know, the real estate market can be challenging, especially
when it comes to selling a house.However, with the right strategies and approach, it is still possible to sell your home in a tough
market.I would like to share some tips and ideas that can help you achieve a successful sale.1. Price it right: One of the most im...
Friday, November 25, 2022
Every second counts in the housing market when there's so much demand for a relatively low supply of homes. Text me to learn more about how getting pre-approved before starting your home search will make you agile enough to snatch up your dream home before anyone else can.
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Whether you own or lease your property, taking steps to help protect your home from damage caused by your beloved furry family members is worth your while. With pet ownership comes some challenges that can potentially damage the home and your property. Although some issues cannot be eliminated, here are some things you can do...
Thursday, October 27, 2022
On the checklist of selling a home, one of the most stressful items can be the appraisal. A low appraisal can derail a sale quickly. So, how can you help to be sure that your appraisal is a successful one? When appraisers and listing agents work together, everyone benefits. Listing agents can communi...
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
Halloween is right around the corner and there are a number of 2022 home trends that have us hiding in the “cloffice” and shaking in our boots. Take note as you prep to stage your home for sale or update your look to ring in the new year. From farmhouse to fresh greens in your living room – it’s time to...
Thursday, September 8, 2022
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Homes are one of our largest assets and with property values skyrocketing, many times the appreciated value of the home has increased dramatically when you are ready to sell. While those profits can be beneficial to the seller, it also means you may be required to pay additional tax. When selling your primary home ...
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
BEHIND THE SCENE The Texas Education Agency issued its school district accountability ratings last week for the first time since 2019 — and see some of the top-ranked districts that make the grade. Moving is hard enough especially when you are considering how the school districts are rated. Here are just some that made the...
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Whether you are actively working towards the purchase of a property or preparing to list your home for sale, it is important to determine what personal items are “permanently installed and built-in”. This applies to any personal property that has been added to the home – such as built-in storage, media compone...
Thursday, June 16, 2022
The home buying process can be lengthy and stressful at best but what happens when there are outstanding repairs that need to be completed or the seller doesn't meet the agreed upon move out date? This is where an escrow holdback can be very helpful.While it is always in the best interest of both the buyers and the sellers to me...
