Author: rmears

Homeowners associations (HOAs) or Condominium Associations often have a bad image. The first thought that normally pops in someone’s mind about HOAs are the strict fines they assess for any tiny... Read More

From leaving the house for showings and open houses to having to keep the place spotless at all times, having a home on the market can be a nerve-wracking endeavor. Once you’ve made... Read More

You love the house sooo much. The problem is, lots of other people probably do, too. How can you stand out in a competitive environment? Try writing an offer letter that knocks the... Read More

If you think a home marked “sale pending” is off-limits, think again. Yes, this label means that the buyer and seller have negotiated an accepted purchase contract, but things happen—and sales can fall... Read More

The hardest parts are over: You’ve found that perfect home after writing multiple offers, negotiated a deal you’re happy with, and secured a mortgage—and you’re now in the home stretch of the home-buying... Read More

Dallas has been named the best place for jobs in the latest edition of Forbes’ annual list. In the ranking, Dallas is defined as the metro area including Plano and Irving. It’s... Read More

A seller disclosure helps protect the buyer from defects or problems with the home and surrounding property. The seller lists any known problems with the property on the disclosure form, giving the... Read More

For anyone who ever loved to track down baseball cards, comic books, or other collectibles, there was nothing like looking up the value of your most prized possession. For kids, it was often... Read More

Organic food does your body good, but according to Zillow, it’ll do your home some good as well. As of 2016, 2.8 million homes are located near one of 375 Whole Foods locations or... Read More

Sellers have been in the driver’s seat for the last two years, but this year is shaping up to be even better for several reasons: Reason No. 1: Mortgage rates are... Read More