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Selling or buying your home

Real Tips

 
 

 

Buying tips

Closing costs

Home warranties

Be ready to buy

Can this be fixed?

Don’t be deceived by numbers

Understanding the lingo – points

Don’t outsmart yourself

What not to do

Not just the house

Different kinds of real estate Web sites

After the inspection

Don’t forget the trees

Understanding the lingo – option fee and option period

Learn about loans

Understanding the lingo – escrow

Landlord in the making?

Truly affordable housing

Buying in an HOA

Shorten your mortgage

Inspect that new home

No major changes

Think before you invest

Making a good offer

When will the seller answer?

Don’t underestimate yourself

Condo pros and cons

Beware assumptions

What can I afford?

Don’t forget the real world

Tips for buying a new home

Do I need mortgage insurance?

Three tips for first-time homebuyers

Myths about homeownership

Tips to follow when house shopping

Homeownership may be more affordable than you know

All real estate is local

How much can you afford?

Get some help from HUD

Get your credit in shape first

What do you really want?

Go HUD

Real costs of homeownership

Prepare yourself for a good closing

Considering moving up?

Is my agent a Texas REALTOR®?

Tax tips for homebuyers

Basing resale on view, lot, and landscaping

Planning your home purchase

Real estate designations

Look before you leap

Pre-approval, not pre-qualification

Insurance. Don’t buy a home without it

You might be a first-time homebuyer. Yes, you!

How much home can you afford?

Consider resale value when you buy

Finding the right loan product

Determine the financial benefits

Finding the neighborhood that’s right for you

Finding the right REALTOR®

Read the seller's disclosure

From renter to owner

Buying in a seller’s market

The right school

Put something down

Think about the future

Can a pool add to the resale value?

Define your search

You may need to stay put

Debt totals and loans

Educate yourself

Homeowners’ associations

Final walk-through

Make it in writing

Get a CLUE

You don’t need 20% down to buy a home

Show that you mean it

Compare houses

Shop around

Consider working with a Texas REALTOR®

New vs. existing

Front and Back Ratios

Consider resale value when you buy

How much cash do I need upfront?

Negotiating the best price

New law affects air conditioners

Pay your homeowners dues

What to do when previewing a home

Don't buy it

Plan ahead

Mortgage broker versus bank loan officer

What are you looking for?

Learn the basics

Re-key it

Make a budget

Get an agreement

Prepare for property taxes

Are discount points right for me?

Residential home warranties

Communication is key

Financial assistance for homebuyers

Debunking the myths

Know the risks of specialty mortgages

Get your free credit report

Are three REALTORS® better than one?

Once pre-approved, don't do anything to affect your credit

So it's time to buy a house?

Risk vs. reward: payoff depends on what the client wants

An inspection is a good investment

Finding and keeping that top-notch REALTOR®

Pecan trees provide shade and clues

Pick the neighborhod first

Put yourself in the seller's shoes

Take an impromptu visit

 

 

Selling tips

Twelve tips to sell your home

The next level of clean

Restricted access

Disappear

Any time's a good time

Selling a vacant house

Dealing with lowball offers

Fresh paint can make a difference

Internet presence

Landscaping counts

Spend some time in your kitchen

Protect yourself

Understanding the lingo - comps

Traps to avoid when selling

Fix it up

Taking down the FSBO sign

Yes, a sign in your yard

Interviewing agents

Keep your options open

Planning your move

What should I do with my pets?

The value of remodeling

What level of service?

Your home’s real value

What’s the big deal?

Don't be offended

Check out the competition

Get pre-approved for a loan

Don’t rely solely on the Web

Don’t go at it alone

Personal property versus real property

Work with a Texas REALTOR®

Tips for selling your home

Watch out for seller’s remorse

Respond to offers

Closing checklist

Let the interviews begin

Time of year may matter

Honesty matters

Less is not always more

Is a lease purchase right for you?

You can help market your home

Do I have to disclose?

Safety tips for home sellers

My house won’t sell

Listen up

Get them interested

Drive-up appeal

Let an expert sell your home

Trouble selling? Exercise control

Market versus appraised value

Top reasons to hire a listing agent

Texas REALTORS® protect your interests

Find the right agent for you

What’s your home worth?

From seller to buyer

Seller safety

Disclose, disclose, disclose

Move-in ready appeals to buyers

Selling in a buyer’s market

Get estimates

Have it on-hand

Serious about selling?

Lose the wallpaper

Tone down the paint fumes

To update or not?

The best time to sell

Does it stay or does it go?

More than curb appeal

Take part

Keep copies

Moving out

Timing matters

Negotiate a sale

What is the MLS?

Value of working with a Texas REALTOR®

Settlement statement

Prequalifying buyers

For Sale by Owner (FSBO)

Showing your home

Be safe

Remodeling costs vs. home value

Maintain your foundation

Protect your property

How much will it cost?

Make it stand out

The season is not the reason

Tax-free capital gains

Get a pre-sale inspection

Be sure you’re ready

What’s not for sale

The tax factor

It’s all about economics

Less clutter is best

Selling it yourself may not save you money

Beware of informed buyers

Choosing the right agent to sell your home

An open house will not guarantee a sale

Pricing high isn't always right

Sometimes selling isn't the only option

Check your home's curb appeal

17 simple things to make your home more marketable

Entice buyers with extras

Ensure return on investment with new deck or patio

Coming to your senses

Maximizing your exposure