Housing Market

Oct. 8, 2024

Navigating the confusion of the market after the Fed rate drop.

If you’re paying attention to the real estate market, you’ve probably heard the chatter around the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cuts. But what does it mean for home buyers and sellers in Dallas-Fort Worth? How do Fed rate changes impact mortgage rates? And most importantly, how can you make smart ...

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Oct. 3, 2024

How buyers and sellers could mishandle the Fed’s announcement about interest rate drops.

So, the Federal Reserve just dropped the interest rates, and if you’ve been paying attention to any news source on the planet, you know this has caused a bit of a stir. The Fed dropped the rate, which in turn has caused mortgage rates to shift. And what happens next ...

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Oct. 1, 2024

Are you letting the media impact your real estate goals?

We live in an age where practically no one trusts the media. I mean, seriously—when was the last time you heard someone say, “Yeah, I get all my news from television, and it’s just excellent”? I’d bet never. The general sentiment is that mainstream media—from newspapers to radio news—is unreliable ...

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Sept. 26, 2024

Why No Home Buyer Should Go It Alone: The Power of a Great Agent

If you’ve been around real estate long enough, you’ve likely heard the advice: “Just call the listing agent directly, and you’ll save on commission.” It sounds enticing—cut out the middleman and pocket the savings, right? Wrong. Most buyers don’t realize that going solo in a real estate transaction is ...

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Sept. 24, 2024

Approaching the best week to buy and sell in 2024!

Every year, there’s chatter about when is the “perfect” time to buy or sell a home. While people tend to flock to the spring and summer markets, I’m here to tell you that the best time to make your move in 2024 is right around the corner.

 

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Sept. 19, 2024

What will happen now that the Fed dropped interest rates?

The real estate market is unpredictable, but one change in the market seems like a near certainty. Now that the Federal Reserve has dropped interest rates by 50 basis points, mortgage rates will likely follow. So what’s going to happen when they drop? Will the market flood with buyers? Will ...

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Sept. 16, 2024

The Texas Two-Step: How to Secure a Better Sales Price AND Lock in a Lower Interest Rate

If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the perfect time to buy a house, I have something that should make you perk up a bit. We call it the Texas Two-Step—not because we’re teaching dance moves, but because this strategy could help you secure a lower sales price ...

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Sept. 12, 2024

Where is the truth in the adage that “Buyers are liars and sellers are too”?

If you’ve been around the real estate world for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the phrase: “Buyers are liars, and sellers are too.” It’s a common saying among agents and brokers, and while it might sound harsh or even a bit cynical, it holds some truth when ...

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Sept. 10, 2024

What is going on inside the heads of home sellers?

The psychology of selling a home is essential to understanding market trends. Whether you’re considering selling now or soon, getting a clear picture of what you’re up against and how to best approach the market today is crucial.

 

So, what’s the current psychology of a home seller?

 

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Aug. 29, 2024

Why the underrated Fall real estate market is my favorite time to buy and sell my houses.

As fall approaches, I find myself getting excited for a reason that might surprise you. While most people believe spring and summer are the best times to buy and sell homes, my wife and I have always chosen the fall as our preferred season for real estate transactions. And there’s ...

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