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Evaluating Whether to Repair or Sell Your Home As-Is

Selling a House That Needs Repairs

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Most sellers I talk to have already spent three weeks lying awake doing math in their heads. The roof needs shingles. The HVAC hasn’t been serviced in a decade. The kitchen looks like it was last remodeled when gas was under a dollar a gallon. They’re not sure whether to fix everything, fix some things, … Continued
How To Stop Foreclosure Texas

How To Stop Foreclosure In Texas Before Losing Your Home

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Tuesday morning was the auction date. Last winter, the Henderson family in Round Rock called me three months behind with nowhere left to turn. They had tried ignoring the letters, hoping something would change. Nothing did. Families I meet generally think foreclosure means one thing: you’re out of luck. But there are real options available … Continued
Understanding MLS Listing Fees and Available Service Options

Cost to List on MLS in Texas

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You might be shocked to learn that a flat fee MLS listing can put your Texas home in front of tens of thousands of buyers for less than what you’d spend at a nice steakhouse in Dallas. I’ve been buying houses across Texas for over a decade. During that time, I’ve watched hundreds of sellers … Continued
How Solar Panels Impact Home Value and Buyer Interest

Selling a House with Solar Panels

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So you’re considering selling your house, and those solar panels on your roof have you wondering how they’ll affect the sale. I’ve been buying homes across Texas for over fifteen years now, and solar installations have become as common as granite countertops in Austin or humidity warnings in Houston. What you need to know can … Continued
How Fresh Paint Can Influence Buyer Perception and Offers

Do I Need to Paint my House to Sell It

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Ever watch someone walk through your house and see that exact moment when they start calculating paint costs in their head? That little pause at the scuffed hallway wall or the bright turquoise accent wall you loved five years ago tells you everything you need to know about first impressions. Paint might seem like a … Continued
Squatters Rights For Houses in Texas

Squatter’s Rights in Texas

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If you own property in Texas, you have responsibilities, such as defending your property from unlawful occupiers. Squatters may take over empty properties or land, and in some cases may gain legal rights over a period of time under adverse possession rules. Knowing squatters’ rights in Texas will help you preserve your investment and know … Continued
Selling a Deceased Parent’s House Without Probate

How To Sell Your Deceased Parents House Without Going Through Probate Court

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Your mom passed away last month. Your dad died three years ago. Now you’re staring at the family home, wondering how to sell it without getting dragged through months of probate court proceedings. I’ve been buying houses for over fifteen years. I’ve walked hundreds of families through this exact situation. Here’s what I can tell … Continued
Understanding Texas Laws for Selling Tenant-Occupied Properties

Can You Sell A House With Tenants In Texas: Landlord Rights And Options

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You’re sitting in your kitchen in Plano, staring at that rental property statement, and the numbers just aren’t adding up anymore. Maybe it’s the insurance costs that doubled after last year’s hailstorm. Maybe you need the cash for your kid’s college tuition. Whatever the reason, you’re considering selling your rental property. But one big question … Continued