My Experience at My Texas Precinct Caucus

March 3, 2010

Yesterday was Texas’s Primary Elections for both the Republican and Democratic parties( as well as Texas Independence Day). I had already voted thanks to Early Voting, but both parties also hold precinct caucuses/conventions immediately after the polls closed on Tuesday to vote for county delegates and conduct other party business. These meetings are always sparsely [...]

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What Are Closing Costs?

March 2, 2010

This week I have had a lot of questions about closing costs? Mainly people ask, “how much are closing costs?” That’s not an easily answered question. Closing costs vary widely due to different fees charged by title companies. The title company will provide you with a closing statement called a HUD-1 form. In Texas, the seller [...]

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What To Do Before You Buy A Home

March 1, 2010
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You’re tired of renting; maybe you need more space or you’re just ready for the next stage in life. Many people start their real estate search by driving around the neighborhood to see what’s available. It’s not necessarily wrong to begin that way, but your experience will go over much smoother if you prepare a [...]

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7 Reasons Why You Should Work With A REALTOR®

February 25, 2010
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Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Why should you work with a REALTOR®? Existentialism aside, here are 7 quick reasons. 1. It’s less [...]

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And The Agent Goes To…

February 3, 2010

Choosing the right broker is one of the toughest decisions I’ve ever made. I interviewed a few brokers to see what they have to offer and most aren’t that impressive; they don’t stand out in a crowded real estate market. I wanted a company that has built up a reputation of trust, professionalism, and good [...]

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Tax Credits

January 2, 2010

The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009 extended the deadline for the First-time homebuyer tax credit. This means you still have time to take advantage of the $8000 tax credit. You must be under contract by April 30, 2010 and you must close on your home no later than June 30, 2010. The Government considers a [...]

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