Effects of Hurricane Harvey on Houston Real Estate Hurricane Harvey History Hurricane Harvey made history for several reasons. It began as a slow moving tropical storm on August 17, 2017 in the Gulf of Mexico. It increased in size and intensity to make landfall over the San Jose Island on the Texas coast as a […]
How to Design Your Home for Ultimate Curb Appeal
A home’s curb appeal ultimately has a lot to do with how well it sells. Right or wrong, home buyers are inclined to judge a book by its cover, and it doesn’t take much more than an unkempt yard or peeling paint to alienate them from the property. Home sellers who know the importance of […]
What to Know Before Selling a Fixer Upper
Selling a home requires a lot of know-how and a little bit of luck, but when it comes to selling a fixer-upper, homeowners need to invest some extra time and TLC in comparison to selling a move-in ready home. For homeowners who are looking for how to make their fixer-upper more desirable for the market, […]
Everything You Need to Know About Down Payments
When buying a new home and having a mortgage, down payments are essential, unless a buyer is paying with all cash. There’s a lot that goes into down payments and understanding the different ways that they can work, and it can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for first time home buyers. Here is all the information […]
The Fundamentals of USDA Home Loans
Those who want to buy a home in rural America may not be aware of USDA home loans. These home mortgage products may make it easier to purchase a home with a small down payment or make repairs. It is possible to be approved for a USDA loan with zero down. What should potential applicants […]