10 Things You Should Do After Closing
You made the decision to buy a home, and you have just closed. After months of planning and preparing, you may think it is time to finally celebrate. Now that you are officially a home owner, there are a few…
Pet Friendly Texas Medical Center Community
The Highbank is the hottest, new community in the Texas Medical Center area. Accepting fur babies of all shapes, sizes, and styles makes it the perfect pet friendly Texas Medical Center community. Take your dog for a walk or jog…
Spacious Home in Pecan Grove With Large Yard
2903 Eden Trails Lane is located in Richmond, Texas on a quarter acre lot. This spacious home in Pecan Grove with large yard is situated in the corner of a culs-de-sac and is Energy Saver Certified by David Weekly. The…
Eight Things You Must Know About Conventional Loans
The conventional loan is one of the most commonly used loan products to purchase a home. Also known as a conforming loan, this loan complies with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lending requirements. If you're considering purchasing a new home,…
How Much Is My Home Worth?
How much is my home worth? This is one of the most frequently asked questions in real estate. Everyone wants to know how much their home is really worth. Or, they want to know how much to offer on a…
Home Warranties: What Home Buyers Should Know
Your new home purchase is almost complete. As you are working out the final details of the closing, the real estate agent suggests getting a home warranty that will cover certain home aspects in case they break down right after…
What Are The Real Costs of the VA Loan
I feel pretty confident that many buyers and sellers are misinformed about the VA loan. I mean, this loan really has a bad rap. There is a stigma associated with the loan product that sellers are going to be forced…
10 Facts About FHA Loans You Might Not Know
The FHA loan is very popular among first time buyers. The loan is easier to obtain because credit requirements are lower. Additionally, if might often come with a lower interest rate. However, the FHA loan may not be for everyone…
Hot New High Rise Rentals in Houston
Houston development never seems to stop. Just when you think we can't possibly need any more homes, condominiums or apartments, another building breaks ground. The inventory for rental units is at an all time high, and we are currently in…
Are Utilities Included In The Rent
So, you are shopping for a new apartment in Houston, Texas, and you have questions. You want to know are utilities included in the rent? You have made your list and you are on your way to check places out…
Top Luxury Rentals in Texas Medical Center
Houston is the 4th largest city in the United States and many of those people work in the Texas Medical Center. Being close to work is important to many individuals, but so is convenience to shopping, dining and entertainment. Also…
Contemporary Home in Gated Community in Texas Medical Center
3430 Clearview Villa Way is a contemporary home in gated community in Texas Medical Center. This three story free-standing home offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. The home is just over 2000 square feet and has a spacious 2 car garage…
What Are Closing Costs
Many buyers frequently ask the question, "how much are closing costs?" Buyers can estimate that closing costs will be between 3 and 5 percent of the purchase price of the home. The exact amount varies depending on a buyers financials,…
What is a Homestead Exemption
If you bought a home in 2016, you might be wondering "what is a homestead exemption?" Well, the homestead exemption allows you to save money on your property taxes by reducing the taxable value of your home. The exemption in…
New Year Resolutions For Buyers
Like many, I have plans for 2017. Some big, some small. If one of your bigger plans is to buy a home this year, you've picked a great year to do so. Mortgage rates are around 4%, and despite recent…
Specials Drive Houston Rents Down
About a year ago, I wrote a blog titled "Can You Really Get A One Bedroom In Houston For $1000?" Here we are a year later and the market has shifted. While, I wouldn't say we have an excessive surplus of…