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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…
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Spring Ready Yard For Real Estate In San Marcos

It is almost that time of year when the majority of buyers are looking for a new home. Now is the time to get s jump start on getting the outdoors ready. If you look closely, you will begin to see the signs of Spring starting to make their appearance due to the mild Winter.…
Four factors that will shape the real estate industry in 2019

Four Factors That Will Shape The 2019 Real Estate Industry near San Marcos, TX

Estimated to be worth over 200 billion dollars; the real estate industry has continually reacted to changing macroeconomic factors such as economic changes and population growth. By looking at trends since 1945, the industry has continuously overcome recession rates to register profitable results. For instance, the economy in the 1970s experienced shock inflation which saw…
Everything to Know About Buying Rural Property

Everything to Know About Buying Rural Real Estate Property in San Marcos Texas

Purchasing a rural property is a big decision. The purchase is different than purchasing in the urban areas because there is much more to consider. In order to ensure that the purchase of the property is successful, here are some things to consider.  1) Hire a buyers agent- Before you consider purchasing a rural property,…
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Tips for Negotiating on a New Construction Home

Purchasing a home, whether it is built for you or is an existing structure, is one of the most important financial transactions of your life. Therefore, it is imperative that you educate yourself on all phases of what is involved including the negotiations that are required. Beginning Research It may take a good amount of…
Persistent Real Estate Myths

Persistent Real Estate Myths

If you’ve considered a career, or even a hobby, in real estate investment, you may think there are more deterrents than there are benefits. With the recent popularity of home DIY and flipping shows, more people than ever are considering getting into the housing market. If you are one of them, it’s very likely that…
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Different Types of Buyer-Broker Agreements

A person who is planning on buying a home will usually sign a broker agreement with their real estate agent prior to writing up a purchase agreement. These agreements are designed to explain who is representing the buyer and what the details of this agreement are. There are a number of different buyer-broker agreements that…
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Buying A Retirement Home You’ll Love

Finding and purchasing your dream retirement home can often be complex, however, at the same time it can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience in the long run. So how does one go about it? Plan Ahead Buying your dream home comes at a high opportunity cost, and it is important that the buyer be…
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Cul-De-Sac Homes: What You Should Know

You may be looking at homes for sale in a Cul-de-Sac neighborhood. You’ve probably seen all the gorgeous houses that look great, have great looking yards, and fit together like a hand in glove. Let’s look at some other considerations to make as a prospective home buyer in a Cul-De-Sac area. Definition of a Cul-de-Sac…
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Should You Buy or Sell Your Real Estate in San Marcos, TX

A Buyer’s Market VS A Seller’s Market You may have heard the phrase “it is a seller market out there” or “it is a buyers market right now” in real estate. These terms can be confusing, so let’s break them down and explain what they mean, and what the differences are between the two. It’s…
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Tips For Keeping Closing Costs Low

Amidst all the excitement of the home buying process, we sometimes ignore one of the most crucial components of a property purchase: the closing costs. This is one final task to overcome before your dream home is all yours. Since there are a lot of components that make up closing costs, it is imperative that…
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Types of Residences: Single-family homes, apartments, and multi-family homes

Townhomes, Condos, Duplexes/Quadplexes, Single-Family Homes, Apartments, and Multi-Family: Part 3 We will be going over single-family and multi-family homes in this article, previously we went over condos, apartments, townhomes and duplexes. Single-family homes Single-family homes are the norm in real estate and property ownership. These are detached units that do not share anything like A/C…
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Types of Residences: Condos and Duplexes

Townhomes, Condos, Duplexes/Quadplexes, Single-Family Homes, Apartments, and Multi-Family:Part 2 We will continue going over all of the different types of residences and structures in this article. Specifically, more into condos and duplexes. Condos One of the advantages of buying a condo is that it is going to be considerably cheaper than a single-family home. And…
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Types of Residences: Townhomes and Condiminiums

Townhomes, Condos, Duplexes/Quadplexes, Single-Family Homes, Apartments, and Multi-Family: Part 1 When looking for a home, the names for all the different types of structures and residences can get confusing. Confusion stems not only from the sheer amount of residence types, but also the fact that some properties might technically fall into several different categories. But…
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The Importance Of Inspecting Before You Buy

Nobody wants to buy a home and then find out that they have to pay more for repairs that weren’t noticed and taken care of before the sale. That’s why one of the most important things that buyers should do is to get the house inspected before buying. This will ensure that any potential issues…
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Buying During The Holidays: Benefits And Pitfalls

There are several benefits, as well as a few pitfalls, to be aware of when buying a home during the holidays. The holidays are not part of the traditional buying season, but for various reasons people will often need to keep browsing the housing market during the winter holidays. Diminished Competition One benefit of searching…

Places to Live In Between Selling & Buying Homes – Part 2

Hotels, Short-Term Leases, and Temporary Stays We continue making sure you aren’t a “homeless home-owner” in our series on finding places to live between selling and buying your home. If you find yourself in a pinch, make sure you have options. Family and friends This of course seems obvious, as you may have already considered…

Places to Live In Between Selling & Buying Homes – Part 1

Basics and Leaseback No one wants to be a homeless home-owner. When you are in the process of selling your home, sometimes the dates you set sneak up on you. You feel like you mention it one day and you turn around and it is time to sell the house. This can cause problems to…

Tips To Consider Before Investing In Real Estate

Investment in the real estate fair can be a lucrative step if done correctly with due diligence applied. It is an attractive venture to many because it can be a source of continuous income plus its value could appreciate with time. While some are still doubtful of such an investment after the recent bubble, many…
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