Education

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Housing Market in Houston, Best Going into 2024
3 August, 2024| Housing Market, Houston Living, Education
The rise of the housing market in Houston has been impressive. In 2023, Houston received top honors, solidifying its reputation as a leading city. Notably, it ranked among the best places to live and... read more
What To Do When Your House Didn't Sell
3 August, 2024| Home Selling, Education, Housing Market
If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, it’s totally natural to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. And as you’re working through that, you’re probab... read more
REALTORS(R) Want You To Know: Fair Housing Is Your...
2 August, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Home Selling
Discrimination Takes Many Forms It might not be an offensive comment said to your face. You may not even know it is happening. For example, sellers and landlords cannot set different terms, conditions... read more
Affordable Housing Programs for Your First Home
2 August, 2024| General, Education, Mortgage & Finance
In Texas, thousands of people struggle to find affordable housing, facing the daunting challenge of balancing housing costs with other essential needs. This situation highlights a significant issue af... read more
Avoiding Common Rental Application Mistakes
2 August, 2024| Education, General
When applying for a rental, your application is your gateway to potential landlords or property management companies, showcasing your suitability as a tenant. However, navigating this process can be c... read more
The Best Schools in Houston Suburbs - A Comprehens...
2 August, 2024| Education, Relocation & Newcomer, Public/Private S...
Choosing the right school for your child is a crucial decision that can shape their academic journey and future. In the vast and diverse landscape of Houston suburbs, the options can be overwhelming.... read more
How to Prepare Your Finances for Home Ownership
2 August, 2024| Home Buying, Foreclosures & Investments, Education
Preparing your finances for home ownership begins the day someone decides they actually want to buy a home. After all, saving for a down payment doesn't just happen overnight! So, how do you best prep... read more
First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Texas-2024
2 August, 2024| Home Buying, Affordable Housing, Education
First-time homebuying in Texas-2024 is an essential step towards achieving the dream of homeownership. Texas boasts a wealth of fantastic first-time homebuyer programs in 2024 specifically designed to... read more
Why Timing the Real Estate Market is a Bad Idea
2 August, 2024| Active Adults (Age 55+), Education, Home Buying
Many homebuyers believe that predicting the perfect moment to enter the real estate market will secure the best deal. However, this assumption often proves to be a flawed approach with inherent risks... read more
Your Guide To Broker Commissions in Real Estate Tr...
1 August, 2024| Home Buying, Home Selling, Education
Is there a standard commission for real estate brokers? No. The amount of commission you agree to pay your broker is negotiable. There are no rules or policies that set the amount brokers charge.&nbs... read more
My Path to Generational Wealth: 'Continuously...
1 August, 2024| General, Education, Foreclosures & Investments
Not many people run three different businesses while also working a high-stress government job and raising three kids. Whitmore Merrick is one of the few.The Washington, D.C., native, who now lives in... read more
Exploring Fannie Mae's Community Home Buyer's Prog...
1 August, 2024| Affordable Housing, Home Buying, Education
Fannie Mae's Community Home Buyer's Program was designed to assist low- to moderate-income families in purchasing their first home by offering mortgages with low down payment requirements and flexible... read more
Down Payment Stress? Here's How $100K in Grants Ca...
1 August, 2024| Education, Home Buying, Mortgage & Finance
How to Find Grants & Assistance Homeownership can often feel like a distant dream due to the significant upfront costs associated with down payments and closing costs. However, various grant... read more
5 Safety Tips When Selling a Vacant House
31 July, 2024| Home Selling, General, Education
Selling a vacant house can be a unique task with underlying safety concerns and considerations. Whether you're a homeowner looking to offload an empty property or an investor seeking to sell a vacant... read more
How to Rent With an Eviction
31 July, 2024| General, Education, Affordable Housing
Life is hard and bad things happen to good people. Regardless of your situation, having an eviction on your record is a giant "black eye" when it comes to renting moving forward. Most landlords and th... read more