Become a Homeowner in 2022

How to become a homeowner in 2022 Setting a goal to become a homeowner in 2022 is both exciting and challenging. There are a few things that make 2022 a unique time to buy a home in Texas. We look forward to helping many home buyers purchase their first home this year. In the past […]

Custom Down Payment Savings Plan

Developing a custom down payment savings plan can be a great first step toward becoming a future homeowner. Understanding both what you need to save and setting the time you can give yourself is key to making a savings plan that is just right for you. There are a few upfront costs to buying a […]

The Benefits of a VA Mortgage

The Benefits of a VA Mortgage The primary goal of the VA mortgage program is to make home ownership affordable for qualifying members of the US military and their spouses. There are a number of benefits that a VA mortgage provides in comparison to a conventional mortgage. These are a the benefits of a VA […]

Escrow Account Basics

If you are looking for your first mortgage loan as a first time home buyer, you may have some questions about escrow accounts. The questions and answers in this article provide some great insight to the function and purpose of an escrow account. These basic questions will help you better understand the structure of an […]

Competing in a Seller’s Market: Homebuyer Guide

Competing in a Seller’s Market The housing market is HOT! Home’s are receiving multiple offers after being listed on the market for just a few hours. Many potential home buyers are frustrated with the competition and all of the challenges that a seller’s market brings. If you are looking to buy a home in a […]

buyer’s market vs seller’s market

The difference between a buyer’s market and a seller’s market is the advantage of negotiating power to one party in the transaction or the other. The primary evaluation of the buyer’s or seller’s market is based on the basic principal of supply and demand. There can also be divides in the market based on other […]

How to Get Pre Approved for a Mortgage

The first thing you should do before shopping for a home is get pre approved for a mortgage loan. Buying a home is the biggest financial investment that most Americans will make in their lifetimes. We are happy to give you the information needed to begin. How to get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage: 1. Check […]

Tips for Moving to Texas from Another State

If you are one of the many people moving to Texas from another state or to another city within the state, it may be helpful to know a few tips. Texas has held the #1 position in population growth for states in the U.S. since 2017. Most of this population growth is attributed to the […]

Home Search Wants and Needs Checklist

Are you ready to begin searching to buy a new home? Planning can help save you time, money, and some stress when you are buying a home. It is a great idea to sit down and make a few decisions about the things that are most important to you in your new home. Let’s take […]

How to Grow a Texas Salsa Garden

Growing a Texas salsa garden is a perfect Summer project for your backyard. We have shared the benefits of gardening with your family in previous blog articles. But, this time we are focusing on the flavors that will keep you in supply of fresh salsa this summer. Texas provides lots of sunlight and rich soil […]