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Tract Home

How to Make Your Tract Home Charming

So, you have a house for sale, and you want to get it sold relatively quickly, and also get your asking price. Your realtor can do his or her part but making the house “sale ready” is your job. Following these steps can help make the difference between selling in 2 weeks or 2 months.…
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Trees and Property Value

One of the best investments you can make for yourself is buying real estate. Unlike other purchases like a vehicle, most properties gain value over time, so when it comes time to sell (either sooner or later) you will likely see a healthy return on that investment. Whether you are planning on selling a home…
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Things HOA Can and Can’t do

Many people love their homeowners associations because they maintain properties and keep communities in order. These associations typically charge a single flat monthly fee. Many property owners enjoy knowing they don’t have to worry about managing the external parts of the property, but this may also put limitations on things property owners are able to…
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Warning Signs Before You Buy A Home

Buying a home is a huge financial investment that should be made as an informed decision. In a perfect world, all sellers would openly disclose any issues with a property, neighborhood, or anything else that might affect a potential buyer’s future or well being. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and you should always…
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Evaluating a Home for Sale

If you are either buying or selling a home, there is one important fact you will want to know: how much is the property worth? Buyers do not want to over pay for what they are getting, and sellers want to be sure they aren’t under sold. There are several factors that affect property value,…
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Researching a Neighborhood Before Buying

One of the many benefits the internet has offered our society is the ability to really get to know your neighbor or town. This is especially helpful when you are planning to move to an area you are not wholly familiar with. Just like Facebook stalking is used as a tool to get to know…
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What to Know About Buying a House with a Pool

If you have started your search in buying a house, odds are you have created a “must haves” list and/or a “wish list.” This is a great way to go into the process knowing what matters to you the most and what you consider to be pro’s and con’s to a property when you tour…
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4 Common Home Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you are in the process of buying a home, it can feel like you are making hurdles just to make a little headway. Because of this, it can feel difficult to check all of the boxes you need to be successful. Having a plan is crucial in getting everything you want out of this…
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Tips for a Successful Open House

While it can feel like a jungle out there in the real estate world as you decide to buy and sell a property, one thing has stayed constant for years as a tried and true method of getting good buzz out there about your property: hosting an open house! Whether you are using a real…
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Real Estate Tax Incentive Options

While the age old debate of whether it is better to buy or rent when it comes to your home will likely carry on, there is no denying some of the benefits of home ownership. In addition to not having to ask for permission to do something as basic as painting a wall in your…
Does Lawn Care Affect Your Property Value?

Does Lawn Care Affect Your Property Value?

If you are considering doing home renovations either for yourself or if you are considering preparing your house to put on the market, it is crucial to keep your property value in mind. Because your property value is only based on what the buyer and you, the seller, agree upon, the way your home looks…
Choosing the Right Mortgage Plan

Choosing the Right Mortgage Plan

There are so many things to consider when you are looking at homes for sale in San Marcos, Texas. You want to find a place that is the right size and in the right location. Does it meet your list of “must haves” and can you make a home for yourself there? Many of these…
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Deciding if a Home is Right for You

Buying a home is such an exciting time as it represents change and transition in your life. For many people, buying a home, especially their first home, causes you to ask yourself questions about what you really want in life and how you want to spend your time. These are important questions because the house…
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Millennials And The San Marcos Real Estate Market

The housing market can be affected by a lot of varying and moving factors. Millennials represent the current generation of first time home buyers, and their habits as a whole have had an effect on the current housing market. Who Are Millennials? Wikipedia defines “millennial” as an individual who was born between the years of…
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Finding San Marcos Realtors You’ll Love

Buying or selling a home can be an exciting time of your life as it suggests change and opens you up for new opportunities. However, it can also be a stressful and overwhelming season if you are stuck figuring out the details of the process on your own. Hiring an experienced and qualified real estate…
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How Real Estate Agents Benefit You [INFOGRAPHIC]

For home buyers and those planning to sell their home, the many hurdles that come up can seem daunting. Luckily, your local real estate agents are always ready to help make the process easier. We’ve put together a helpful infographic detailing a few of the ways a great real estate agent can make your home…
For Rent & For Sale Sign

The Value of Owning VS Renting a Home

The accomplishment of grabbing a dream home is catastrophic for some people, and positively reassuring for others. It depends on the circumstances that you may have that can determine whether it’s going to be devastating or uplifting to you and your family. Times are changing as society is becoming more mobile and people have a…
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How A Homeowners Association Really Effects Your Property Value

One of the biggest decisions and perhaps the most important investment you will ever make in your life is purchasing a home. A house is not just a place to call home, but it is also a crucial investment that will impact your future and that of your family. For this reason, you should make…
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Why You Should Start House Hunting in Late Summer

Summertime is usually the time that people are going out of town and enjoying vacations while they relax on the beach. This means that summertime is the time to take advantage of the housing market because it will be less competitive. The busiest time of year for the housing market is the springtime. This is…
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Using Mortgage Discount Points Effectively

MMortgages can be confusing so it is important to understand mortgage points and how they can affect you financially at closing. Mortgage points, also known as discount points, are fees paid directly to the lender at closing in exchange for a reduced interest rate. By paying the discount points up front at closing, it is…