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How to Protest Your Property Taxes

It's property-tax season in Texas, and if you disagree with the valuation of your property, you have the right to protest. The standard deadline to file a protest is May 15 or no later than the 30th day after your notice of appraised value was mailed to you. The Texas Real Estate Research Center published ...

What’s Involved in a Transaction?

There’s a lot more to buying and selling real estate than you may realize. It could take a little longer than you’re expecting. The transaction requires meeting several important contract deadlines and extensive communication between everyone involved. There are also several steps designed to protect you and everyone else involved. A REALTOR® can guide you ...

5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Attending Open Houses

If you're looking for a new home, open houses can assist in your search—even if you don't like the properties you visit. Here are five steps to take so that you benefit from your time spent. Visit Different Kinds of Properties Do you like the layouts of ranch homes or townhouses better? Will an open ...

REALTORS® Help You Bring It Home

REALTORS® are your trusted partner in a real estate transaction. Here are a few of the countless ways that members of Texas REALTORS® support you when you buy, sell, or lease real estate. REALTORS® offer expert guidance: They bring unmatched knowledge and experience to every step, helping you make informed decisions while managing details that ...

Better Understand Your Listing Options When You Sell

Did you know there are alternative ways to market your home, and you can control where and how your property is shown online? The National Association of REALTORS® published a guide to these listing options to help sellers like you understand all the ways you can display your home in the multiple listing service. Don't ...

Is Your Home Priced Too High?

Even if your house is staged and well-maintained, it is only worth what the market will bear. To increase your chance of a quick sale, consider these signs that it may be time to adjust your selling price. Low Traffic Are you limiting your exposure? Since most buyers sort listings by price and location, your ...

3 Ways to Prepare for Homeownership While Renting

You may not be ready to buy your first home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t prepare now. Here are three actions you can do while renting that will put you in a better position when you’re ready to buy. Test the Budget You know all homeownership costs, but you can estimate how owning a ...

How Fair Housing Applies to You

Buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals all have rights and responsibilities when it comes to discrimination-free property transactions. The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing and housing-related transactions based on race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, religion, disability, or familial status. Learn more about how fair housing affects ...

This Real Estate Scam Could Cost You Thousands of Dollars

You’re smart. You’re careful. But even savvy buyers and homeowners fall victim to real estate fraud. Criminals are impersonating sellers and title companies, resulting in swindles that can take months of legal hassle to repair and cost you thousands of dollars. Do You Know the Targets? It starts with a scammer posting a property for ...

What To Know When Hiring a REALTOR®

No one is better at guiding you through a real estate transaction than a REALTOR®. Your REALTOR® is a trusted professional who can help you understand local conditions, find and market properties, negotiate, and keep your transaction on track through closing. Here are a few things to know when hiring a REALTOR®: There Is No ...