Home buyers often follow their hearts, and they should. Sometimes just going with a gut feeling is the best indicator. But when it’s house-touring time, it’s important to set those emotions aside and replace them with clear-headed thinking and a critical eye. Otherwise, your potential dream house might just turn into a money pit. A house should be made to seem lovely and appealing without a lot of expensive furnishings, and [...]

Most people probably only think of one or two questions to ask a home inspector: “How much is your fee?” and “When can you be there?” But these only scratch the surface. Here’s a list of suggested questions you might ask: What types of licenses do you hold What kind of training do you have? Do you belong to a professional inspectors’ association? How long have you been licensed in Texas? Are you a full-time home [...]

As a Texas REALTOR®, I can assist you with this important decision. Buying a house is a big step. The right time to take this leap depends on your financial and personal situation as well as your goals. If you are considering buying a house now, here are some strong reasons why the timing could be right: Housing prices in Texas have been steadily rising at a moderate pace for many years, [...]

Understand the process.   Buying real estate is a complex matter and can be especially confusing for the first-time homebuyer. Do yourself a favor and learn as much about the process here as you can before you begin.  (282)

Picking a neighborhood that fits your lifestyle and desires is an important part of the homebuying process. It can be challenging, though … there are so many things to consider. (142)