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Texas Property Tax Exemptions

January 9, 2022

Property tax exemptions are one of the most effective and straightforward ways to reduce your property tax bill and save money. Texas taxpayers are eligible for a variety of property tax exemptions, including homestead, over-65 homestead, disabled homestead, and disabled veterans exemptions. Today’s article will discuss Texas property tax exemptions, what they are, how they … Continued

Guide to Property Tax in Fort Worth (2022)

January 3, 2022

By Kev

Texas is one of nine states in the U.S. that doesn’t collect personal income taxes, but relies almost exclusively on sales taxes and taxation of property, be it business or personal. As such, Texas ranks sixth as a state with the highest average property tax rates, which currently averages at 1.60%. This means that the … Continued

Tips for Selling a House As-Is In Dallas

December 3, 2021

By Kev

The demand for homes went up after the pandemic, but not every property on the market is attracting buyers. Some homes can be a tough sell, especially if you need to do a few repairs. Investing cash to address these issues before you sell your home is an option to consider, but you should know … Continued

Benefits of Accepting Cash Offer on Your House in Texas

October 14, 2021

By Kev

During the spring of 2021, 25% of all buyers to existing homes were cash buyers. This high number is due to increased competition and a seller-friendly market. If you decide to sell your house today, you will likely receive at least one cash offer on your home. The thought of a buyer knocking on your … Continued

Best Time of the Year to Sell Your House in Texas

October 3, 2021

By Kev

Texas has a hot housing market. Knowing the best time of the year to sell your house in Texas is key in getting the most value out of your home. When should you make repairs? When should you take photos and stage your home? These are all things you need to consider. I’ll help you … Continued

Expensive Home Sales in Texas

September 26, 2021

By Kev

There’s a reason or two why Texas’s population has been growing so fast lately. According to the 2021 Texas Realtors migration report, about 500,000 people moved to Texas in 2019. While it is true Texas experiences mild weather, there’s no state income tax, and the economy is booming – coupled with the low cost of … Continued

Is it Hard to Sell a House in Texas?

September 20, 2021

By Kev

Selling a house can be draining. You have to work on repairs, organize open houses and deal with all kinds of buyers. It is only natural to have so many deliberations in your mind considering your house is probably your most valuable possession. Should you sell for cash? Should you use a realtor? How hard … Continued

Selling a House when in a Divorce

September 14, 2021

By Kev

Couples in the process of getting divorced often have to make many difficult decisions before moving on with their lives. On the priority list is your kids, followed by figuring out what will happen to the house and other family property. This leaves the question, ‘do I have to sell my house in a divorce?’ … Continued

Creative Ways to Sell Your House in Texas

September 8, 2021

By Kev

How do you sell a home? If you’re like most people, your answer probably includes the words “for as much money as possible.” However, there are times when homeowners need to go outside of the box and think creatively about how to sell their houses. This blog post will explore some creative ways to sell … Continued

Sell Your House Using a Realtor or to a Cash Home Buyer

September 2, 2021

By Kev

In May 2020, total Texas housing sales grew by 2%. These sales continued to grow and peaked in the last few months of 2020. The increased demand for housing in Texas has resulted from the influx of people relocating to the state. This demand has fuelled an increase in home sales and produced a seller’s … Continued

Alternative Ways to Sell a House in Texas

August 27, 2021

By Kev

It is not easy to sell a house these days. The market has been fast for some but slow for others, and there are many reasons why you may be having a hard time selling your home. This article will discuss the current real estate trends in Texas, alternative ways to sell your home in … Continued

Why Home Sellers Prefer Cash Buyers in Texas

August 21, 2021

By Kev

If you have recently sold a house or know how the process goes, you probably know that this is not a walk in the park. Many time- and money-consuming processes are involved, from getting the house ready for sale, landing a potential buyer, and completing the home buying process. This explains why the National Association … Continued

Selling a House with Unpermitted Work in Texas

August 15, 2021

By Kev

Selling a house is one of life’s most stressful moments. In addition to relocating, you have to prep the house, find a realtor, and deal with appraisals and inspections. Things get a lot more complicated if your home has unpermitted work. Texas is very strict about building permits, and this could land you in problems … Continued

Selling a House in a Floodplain

August 9, 2021

By Kev

Flooding is quite common throughout the USA, specifically in Texas though, flooding is a regular occurrence. Whether you live in Fort Worth, Granbury, or DFW, there is a risk of flooding in all of these locations, not just in Houston by the Gulf. As a homeowner, you might have known the risks of buying in … Continued

Advice for Selling House Online in Texas

August 3, 2021

By Kev

Selling a house has never been a walk in the park. There are many processes involved that make it tricky for the seller, especially if you are trying to make a sale within a short time. To help ease the process, most home sellers evade the traditional ways of selling the house and looking for … Continued