What Is a Hot Housing Market in Houston?
If you have been looking to purchase a home in 2021, you have probably been told that you are in a “hot housing market” and to be ready for a long wait or fierce competition. What exactly is a hot…
Buy Your Houston Home Using a 203(k) Loan
If you love the charm and character of older homes but don’t want to live in a construction zone as your DIY, consider using a 203(k) loan to purchase the fixer upper of your dreams. Learn how to use a…
What to Do When Your Purchase Offer in Houston Isn’t Accepted
Buying a home can be a stressful process, especially when there is a lot of competition in the market. It can seem like there aren’t any good houses left and any that do become available are snatched up quickly. Here…
Understanding the Role of a Real Estate Transaction Coordinator in Houston
It takes a whole team of people to make a real estate deal go from start to finish. Even new home buyers or sellers often expect to work with a real estate agent, a loan officer, and other experts in…
Understanding Your Cash to Close When Buying a Home in Houston
You have saved and saved for a down payment on a new home in Houston and are finally ready to sign all of the paperwork and get the keys. Your lender sends over the final numbers and the cash to…
What Makes a Good Neighborhood in Houston?
During the search for a new Houston home, many homeowners ask about the neighborhood that particular properties are in. The neighborhood location is a very important factor when it comes to finding the right home, understanding its value, and recognizing…
What to Expect When Your Houston Real Estate Agent is a Dual Agent
Many home buyers and sellers choose to work with a Houston real estate professional, either an agent or a broker, when they purchase or sell a home. This professional knows the ins and outs of the real estate market in…
What to Look for Before a Home Inspection
If you are in the market for a new home, you have probably been looking online and in person for just the right property. Number of bedrooms, bathrooms, layout, and kitchen features are all the top of home buyer’s lists…
What to expect after your offer is accepted
Did your offer get accepted? If so, congratulations! One of the first major items in the escrow process is the home inspection. Hopefully you took some time for yourself to have a quick celebration but with the escrow clock ticking…
Finding a home and making an offer
In earlier posts we discussed finding the right lender and realtor. Now it is time to move on to the most exciting and sometimes nerve racking part of the home buying process. It is time to search for that home…
