Texas Real Estate

Once a Texas seller signs, walking away is harder than most people think. The buyer gets an option period. The seller doesn't. Here's how the standard TREC contract works, which contingencies matter and what a seller can do before signing to avoid regret.

First-time buyers face real affordability challenges in Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth, but being priced out of 1 house or hearing no from 1 lender does not always mean homeownership is out of reach. Here is how I look at the entire path to buying.

Own a primary residence in Collin County? This 2026 guide explains how to file your homestead exemption through Collin Central Appraisal District and what you need before submitting.

If you've purchased a primary residence in Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound, The Colony, Little Elm, Aubrey, Argyle, Justin, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Highland Village or another Denton County community, don't overlook your residence homestead exemption. The filing is free and handled by the Denton Central Appraisal District. First, Confirm Your County This is particularly important in the DFW...

Houston hit a record 40,750 homes for sale in July 2026. See what 5.5 months of inventory means for Houston buyers, sellers, and pricing strategy.

Texas’s 2 largest metropolitan areas sit approximately 240 miles apart along I-45. Both attract new residents with strong job markets, diverse communities, major airports, growing suburbs and the financial advantage of living in a state without an individual income tax. However, the monthly math is different enough to change what kind of home you can afford and what it will cost to own it. Here is...

Houston homeowners could save more than $2,000 annually by filing a free homestead exemption. Learn how to apply with HCAD, what documents you need and what to do if you missed the deadline.

How much should a seller negotiate after a home inspection? Learn which repairs matter, when to offer a credit, when to push back, and how Texas sellers can protect their net proceeds.

Celina ISD projects more than 30,000 new homes over its long-range growth period. Learn what Celina's rapid expansion could mean for North Texas homebuyers, homeowners, new construction and real estate.

Buying your first home in Texas can feel like a major financial hurdle, especially when you start adding up the down payment, closing costs, property taxes, insurance, inspections, and other expenses associated with purchasing a home. But here's something many first-time buyers don't realize: You may not need 20% down to buy a home in Texas. Qualified Texas buyers may have access to mortgage...