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Texas Relocation: Texas Homestead Exemption Changes For 2012
Texas Relocation: Texas Homestead Exemption Changes For 2012 By Timothy Thornton Living in Texas comes with certain benefits and privileges that not all states afford. First of all, we have no state income tax. Our job market continues to grow during these tough and uncertain economic times. We host a wide variety of cities, cultures, large cites, social cultures and a very welcoming bunch of people. No two major cites in Texas are alike–and possibly most unique among Texas cities is Austin–the most non-Texas city in the bunch. But Texas has a lot to offer its residents and those who are considering a relocation to the area from other parts of the nation. One of the benefits of living in Texas is our Homestead laws. Texas does a good job of attempting … Read entire article »
Filed under: Buyers, Homeowners, Texas Homestead Exeption
Few Tips When Buying A New Home in Dallas
Few Tips When Buying A New Home By Calvin Wright (1.) Make sure you are dealing with a reputable builder….. You have to understand that it is buyers beware…. You have to make sure that the builder has been around for a while…. In Texas I’ve see so many new builders that are building homes….. Make sure that they are not a fly in the wall company. (2.) Don’t be afraid to ask questions….. When you deal with a sales person remember , their job is to sell you a home. You have to make sure that you feel comfortable when dealing with them. If for some reason they sound too push, or they are not giving you enough information. Don’t be afraid to find a different person to work with. Sometimes larger companies allow … Read entire article »
Tips to Invest in the Dallas – Fort Worth Real Estate Market
Tips to Invest in the Dallas – Fort Worth Real Estate Market By Noel Markham The Dallas – Fort Worth Metroplex, also known as DFW is a huge market encompassing several counties and hundreds of cities and ranging from urban to suburban to rural areas. While the area in general is a good market, it is important to take a look at specific areas in order to determine where the best values for investing are. The Area West of Grapevine Lake Grapevine Lake in North Texas is just north of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and this makes the small towns in the area convenient. The towns of Trophy Club, Grapevine, Southlake and Keller are examples of the real estate market in the area. Trophy Club Real Estate The Trophy Club real estate market is … Read entire article »
Filed under: Neighborhoods, Real Estate Investors
Self Defense Advice For Realtors | Dallas Plano Frisco
Self Defense Advice For Realtors By Bryan Hough Many people don’t realize it, but realtors face many hazards when it comes to personal safety at work. They frequently work alone, in empty homes, and meet clients in unfamiliar or empty locations. If you are a real estate agent, be sure to consider your personal safety when going about your work. With a little preparation and a small investment in pepper spray and other self defense products, you can ensure your safety while on the job. The job of a realtor involves spending a lot of time alone in locations that may be new to you. Plus, there is the added danger of being lured to unoccupied homes by potential attackers pretending to be potential buyers of the property. As you arrive alone to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Realtor Safety
Dallas Mortgage Spotlight: Mark Pfeiffer
Mark Pfeiffer Vice President – Loan Officer, Branch ManagerViewpoint Mortgage Mark Pfeiffer’s extensive knowledge of the industry allows him to best match his customer’s needs to the mortgage options available. From the initial point of contact through closing, Mark’s customers are kept well informed as to the status of their application, approval and loan documents. If it’s your first home or fifth, Mark’s knowledge and customer service makes the purchase or refinance process simple. He is especially … Read entire article »
