Short Sale Vs. Foreclosure In Texas: Complete Guide For Homeowners Facing Financial Hardship

May 21, 2026

If your mortgage payment feels less like a monthly commitment and more like a mountain, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of Texas homeowners find themselves in this identical position, trying to find a route out that won’t ruin their financial future. I’ve been buying houses all throughout Texas for over a decade with we … Continued

Can A Seller Back Out Of A Real Estate Contract In Texas: Legal Rights And Consequences

May 21, 2026

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Picture a scenario: You’ve signed a contract to sell your home in Austin, only to have your job transfer pulled out from under you and find yourself needing to stay put. Or maybe you’ve learned the buyer can’t really qualify for the loan they said they could receive. Whatever the cause, you are wondering if … Continued

Sell Your Flooded House Fast In Texas: Complete Guide To Water Damaged Property Sales

May 21, 2026

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For a Texas homeowner, coming to terms with a flooded or water-damaged property can be emotionally challenging. However, selling it does not need to be. From hurricanes and flash floods to burst pipes and high water issues, water-damaged Texas homes offer more solutions to selling quickly and fairly than most homeowners realize. This guide will … Continued

Selling A Condemned House In Texas: Your Complete Legal Guide And Options

May 21, 2026

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While it can feel intimidating getting a condemnation notice for your property in Texas, and it may seem like you have run out of options, that is far from the case. Texas law lays out plenty of options for homeowners whose properties have been marked for code violations and other concerns, and includes the possibility … Continued

Can You Sell A House With A Reverse Mortgage In Texas: Complete Guide For Homeowners

May 21, 2026

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You can sell a house with a reverse mortgage in Texas, and the process is typically easier than most homeowners think. Whether you want to downsize, relocate, or move on, the key to making good choices is knowing the options and the steps necessary to complete a sale. This guide takes you through the confidence … Continued

Can A Buyer Back Out After Home Inspection In Texas Real Estate Deals

April 27, 2026

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You’ve asked me to find a house to buy, but you’re nervous about the whole process. I get it. Especially in Texas, where we do things our own way. Let me tell you something straight: around 3.9% of the time, buyers back out after a home inspection. That’s not a huge number, but it’s enough … Continued

Texas Home Seller Disclosure Requirements: Complete Guide To Legal Obligations When Selling Your Property

April 27, 2026

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You’ve got a house you need to sell. Maybe it’s that old Victorian in the Heights, or a ranch-style home in Plano that’s been in your family for decades. Whatever the reason, you’re about to enter the world of Texas real estate disclosures, and honestly, most agents won’t tell you this: the disclosure requirements here … Continued

Texas Realtor Commission Rates For Selling Your Home: Complete Guide

April 24, 2026

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In February 2026, a survey of local real estate agents found that the average real estate commission in Texas is 5.88%, higher than the national average of 5.70%. That’s the number that gets thrown around most, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. In the Lone Star State, total real estate commissions in September 2024 … Continued

Selling Parents House After Death In Texas: Complete Legal Guide For Inherited Property

April 23, 2026

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Losing a parent is one of the hardest things that can happen to anyone. Taking care of their estate may make things even tougher than they already are. Families have to make a lot of decisions, but choosing what to do with a parent’s house is usually one of the hardest. A house is more … Continued

How to Sell Your Fire-Damaged House in Texas

April 22, 2026

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In Texas, about 20,000 structure fires occur yearly, causing over $800 million in damage, while the U.S. saw 344,600 house fires in 2023. Selling a fire-damaged home brings both challenges and opportunities. Some professionals in cities like Houston, Dallas, and Austin specialize in buying these properties. While every situation differs, homeowners have options, and understanding … Continued

How to Sell Your House With a Lien in Texas: Complete Guide For Homeowners

April 22, 2026

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You’ve got a house with liens attached, maybe you inherited property with tax issues, maybe contractors didn’t get paid, or maybe there’s a judgment from a lawsuit you’d rather forget. Whatever brought you here, selling a house with liens in Texas isn’t impossible; it just requires knowing the rules and having the right strategy. Helping … Continued

How Divorce Laws Determine Who Gets the Family Home in a Texas Divorce

April 21, 2026

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If your spouse has filed for divorce and you’re wondering who gets the house, you’re not alone, thousands of Texas couples face this every year, especially since the home is often their biggest shared asset; in Texas, the divorce rate was 1.4 per 1,000 people in 2021, and instead of automatically splitting everything 50/50, courts … Continued

Complete Guide To Selling Your Texas House Without A Real Estate Agent

April 17, 2026

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Last week, I helped a homeowner in Plano avoid $18,000 in real estate agent fees. She’d inherited her grandmother’s house and needed to sell it fast to settle the estate: no repairs, no staging, just a straightforward sale to someone who appreciated the home’s character. That’s exactly the kind of situation where selling without a … Continued

Can You Sell a House for Less Than You Owe in Texas? Short Sale and Selling Your Home

March 31, 2026

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When you live in Texas and have to sell your house for less than what you still owe on the mortgage, it can be scary. When people do short sales, they can sell their home for less than what they owe, as long as the lender agrees. This is a smart move. This choice can … Continued

How to Sell a Hoarder House in Texas – Tips for a Smooth Sale

March 27, 2026

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At House Buying Girls, we understand that selling a hoarder house in Texas can be rough. This guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the process, prepare your home, and approach even the most challenging situations with confidence. Understanding Hoarding and Its Impact on Property Value in Texas Hoarding can make it harder … Continued

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