
Why New Construction in North Texas May Be More Affordable Than You Think
If you've been shopping for a home in North Texas lately, you may have made an assumption that a brand-new home is automatically going to cost more than an existing home. I get it. New construction sounds like it should come with a premium. But right now, that isn't necessarily the case. In fact, th
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Thinking About Using Your 401(k) for a Down Payment? Read This First
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in North Texas, you’ve probably noticed that affordability is still a big part of the conversation. Maybe you’ve found a home you love in Mansfield, Texas, Arlington, Texas, Burleson, Texas, or one of the surrounding DFW communities, but you’re looking at
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How to Get the Best Deal When Buying a Home in Dallas-Fort Worth: 7 Strategies for DFW Buyers
How do you get the best deal when buying a home in Dallas-Fort Worth? Start by looking beyond brand-new listings. Homes with longer days on market, previous price reductions, cosmetic issues or weak marketing may offer buyers more room to negotiate. Then look beyond the purchase price. Seller-paid c
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DFW Property Taxes Explained: What Home Buyers Need to Know Before Buying in North Texas
If you're thinking about moving to Texas, you've probably heard one of the biggest benefits of living here: Texas does not have a state individual income tax. That's exciting news for many people relocating to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. But then comes the question we hear all the time: "What about
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