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What If the House Gets Wrecked Right Before Closing? What Texas Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Under contract and disaster hits? Discover what the Texas real estate contract says about damage before closing, who’s responsible, and how to protect your earnest money with confidence.
Jun 84 min read


Texas Dirt Dreams: The Real Perks (and Pitfalls) of Buying Land to Build
Dreaming of building your own home in Texas? Discover the pros and cons of buying raw land, what utilities to look for, and how construction loans can make it all possible—even on a budget.
Jun 45 min read


More Than a Shop: Why Detached Buildings Sell Homes in Texas
From man caves to she-sheds, find out why buyers light up over detached buildings—and what every Texas seller should know before listing a property with a shop out back.
May 232 min read


Converting a Garage into Livable Space in Texas: What You Need to Know
Thinking of converting your garage into living space in Texas? Learn why raising the floor is essential, what city codes require, and how to boost your home’s value the right way.
May 224 min read


Buyer Incentives: What They Are, Why They Work, and How They Help Your Home Stand Out
Discover how strategic buyer incentives like closing cost assistance and agent bonuses can help your home sell faster and stand out in a crowded market.
May 93 min read


🧨 The War on Short-Term Rentals: Is It Really About Community—Or Control? (P-2)
Dallas' short-term rental crackdown reveals a deeper battle over property rights, small investors, and political control in Texas real estate.
May 46 min read


🔥 The Dallas Airbnb Battle: How Politics and Property Rights Collide in Texas Real Estate (P-1)
Discover how Dallas' short-term rental crackdown is about more than neighborhood noise—it's a legal and political power play that could reshape property rights across Texas.
May 44 min read


Deferred Maintenance: The Silent Deal Killer—and How Both Sellers and Buyers Can Win
Deferred maintenance scares buyers and kills deals. Learn why small repairs matter, how sellers can protect their asking price, and how smart buyers turn flaws into negotiation wins.
Apr 263 min read


The Hidden Leases That Come With Your New Home: What Buyers & Sellers Must Know Before Closing
Buying a home in 2025? You might be inheriting more than square footage. From solar panel leases to smart home passwords, here’s what buyers and sellers need to know before closing the deal.
Apr 244 min read


💸 “They Raised My Appraisal Again—Can I Fight It?”
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Apr 222 min read
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