Category Archives: North Texas Real Estate

There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And spoiler alert – it’s not a crash. Yes, in some local markets, prices are … Continue reading The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading →

If you’re a homeowner planning to move, you’re probably wondering what the process is going to look like and what you should tackle first: Is it better to start by finding your next home? Or should you sell your current house before you go out looking? Ultimately, what’s right for you depends on a lot … Continue reading Selling and Buying at the Same Time? Here’s What You Need To Know →

Some Highlights Now that summer’s here, you may be planning your next getaway. But what if you didn’t have to? ​ Buying a vacation home means having a built-in escape you can use year after year. It gives you the chance to generate rental income and have a go-to retirement destination in the future. If … Continue reading Should You Buy a Vacation Home? →

If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but lending standards are still strong. Lenders are making it slightly easier for well-qualified buyers to access financing, which is opening more doors for … Continue reading What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today →

If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are down compared to last year, you might be thinking – is it even a good time to sell?  Here’s the thing. Sure, the pace of the market has cooled compared to the frenzy we saw just a few years ago, but that’s not a red flag. It’s … Continue reading Think No One’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again. →

Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a home yourself, you may have wondered how you’d ever be able to compete with that. Here’s the thing. That’s not the challenge so many people think it is – especially right now. Let’s … Continue reading Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer →

Some Highlights The right agent doesn’t just list your house – they help you sell smarter, faster, and with fewer surprises. With an agent’s help, you’ll know what’s happening in your local market and how to price your house right. You’ll feel confident filling out complex legal documents and at the negotiation table. And that’s … Continue reading Top 5 Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Agent When You Sell →

Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to share with parents, adult children, or extended family. That’s the highest share ever recorded by NAR (see graph below): And what’s behind the increase? Affordability. NAR explains: “In 2024, a notable 36% of homebuyers … Continue reading Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why →

Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing. It’s what you should expect. It’s just that our expectations have been skewed by the intense seller’s market over the past … Continue reading What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market →

Fear of a recession is back in the headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling sometime soon, that may leave you wondering if you should reconsider the timing of your move. A recent survey by John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC) and Keeping Current Matters (KCM) shows 68% of people are delaying plans … Continue reading Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again. →