Houston First Mortgages
Planning for a new home, new property and other finances for the first time is not only a question of gathering money-- it is a building a dream to create heaven for you and your loved ones. Though it is a hard fact that getting a mortgage loan is always a question of liability.Houston based first ... more...

How I Became a Real Estate Investor
Recently I closed on the sale of two homes. They were located about a mile apart and had comparable market values. However, beyond these two similarities, the two deals were very different from each other. Let me discuss in more detail the similarities and differences of the two deals.My business ... more...

How to Sell Your Home Without a Real Estate Agent
Considering the rapid rise in home prices over the past several years, home sellers are taking a hard look at the commission they have to pay to a real estate brokerage to market and sell their home. Real estate commissions vary across the country; they average in the four to seven percent range ... more...

Buy or Sell First?
When it comes to home buying, the ideal situation would be to find a new home, just as you receive an offer on your existing home. You would then be able to close concurrently and move into your new home a few days prior to closing on your previous home. This does happen more often than not, but ... more...

First Time Home Buyer Loans - Home Buying Advice for First Timers
Purchasing your first home is an exciting and scary time. For the most part, new homebuyers are unfamiliar with the home buying process. Before accepting a mortgage loan, it is important to educate yourself on various loan programs. Furthermore, first time home buyers should be aware of ... more...

For Sale By Owner - Prepare for Success
So you want to sell your home without a real estate agent. Like hundreds of thousands of other homeowners, you've chosen this option because you don't want to pay those large commissions to an agent. Many people who have tried it in the past will tell you that selling your home on your own can be ... more...

The Residential Real Estate Selling Process In Austin Texas
Decide to Sell Deciding to sell your home is a big decision. The first step in this process should be to understand your motivations, expectations, financial considerations, goals and what you plan to do upon the sale of your home. Many people begin the sale process with unrealistic expectations or ... more...

Learn the Abbreviated Language of Realty Agents
Sunday mornings with the newspaper real estate section can be daunting to home buyers and sellers. Figuring out the shorthand for popular home features takes an inquiring mind. Mark Nash, author of 1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home takes the guess work out of listing sheets and classified ... more...

The Most Effective Way To Get A First Mortgage
Buying your first home can be both exciting and scary. Getting your first mortgage is part of that dream of owning your own home. Your first mortgage can be a confusing and difficult time for people who have never had to apply for a mortgage before or understand the many different aspects of a ... more...