Oct. 24, 2009 - Migration to TEXAS

So what will we see in 2009? Another banner year of positive growth... There is no place like TEXAS ~ where homes are the most affordable bar none!

- Dallas area Home Buyers who Hesitate May Lose Tax Credit

Timing is everything for many first-time buyers today. For those who purchase a home this year, the tax credit is for 10% of the purchase price, up to $8,000. Those who have owned a home in the past three years aren’t eligible. Buyers also have to meet eligibility requirements regarding income; the current credit begins to phase out for singles who make more than $75,000 and couples who make more than $150,000. 

Read more: http://rismedia.com/2009-09-17/the-clock-is-ticking-as-first-time-buyers-intensify-their-house-hunting/#ixzz0RTo0OVSH

The current Tax Credit expires December 1st. But the buyer's property must be closed and funded by November 30th. The National Association of REALTORS has issued a Call to Action asking all REALTORS to contact our Congressmen 1.) for the credit to be extended till Dec 2010 and  2.) for an expansion to include EVRYONE & not just First Time Home Buyers. You too can contact your Congressman!

Aug. 15, 2009 - Dallas Real Estate Market is Coming Alive

RISMEDIA, July, 2009 - Some of you may remember a few years back when a Harris Poll survey found that REALTORS(R) were named among the Top 12 Most Trusted Professionals in America. This was several notches below nurses, doctors and pharmacists, but comfortably above attorneys, stockbrokers and sales professionals in a number of other industries. In fact, while sales professionals as a whole rated somewhere midway on the "most trusted" scale, Realtors consistently garnered the top rating among the entire sales group. That is a reassuring statistic to remember at this particular point in time, when our industry is beginning to pick up and dust off after a challenging economic downturn. With several indicators suggesting, the economy is set to rebound, what must we do to polish our image as trusted advisers and restore consumer confidence going forward?

Aug. 10, 2009 - Buyer Beware

Buyer Beware:  If you buy a REO property, don't forget that foreclosure voids structural home warranties.  I have seen several homes in and around the Dallas metroplex and suburbs on the market that the foundation is not up to par - if you buy this home, how will it be repaired and what will it cost?  We have to make sure you check with a structural engineer and you have all the facts before you sign your John Doe!

Apr. 20, 2009 - Price, Location, Condition and Marketing

The answer is usually price, location, condition and marketing. An agent must be internet savvy and know how to market on the internet for todays consumers who shop for houses on the internet first.  Our market is in a flatter position and we have stepped into a buyer’s market. National media is not our friend.  The DFW market is stronger than many other markets.  However, most of the DFW homes are experiencing a problem in step-up housing. That is to say, normally as the family or income expands the homeowner is ready to step up to a larger mortgage to accommodate the families needs. As an example stepping from an $150K to a larger home would usually be to a $250-$300K. Our economy is a factor. We are still driven by our economic dependency on our local industry. Although we are fortunate to have this base of opportunity, this must change in order to grow. The only way to change this perception is to embrace the inevitable by promoting our outstanding communities as part of the Greater Dallas Forth Worth Metroplex. Our counties governments, our city officials, our schools, our churches, our medical communities provide the perfect setting to accept this growth. I am a member of the Greater Lewisville Association of REALTORS in TX and the local MLS and NLS and am honored to promote the properties in a broader marketing arena.

Mar. 4, 2009 - Dallas - Fort Worth Real Estate Trends

The answer is usually price, location, condition and marketing. An agent must be internet savvy and know how to market on the internet for todays consumers who shop for houses on the internet first. Our market is in a flatter position and we have stepped into a buyer's market. National media is not our friend. The DFW market is stronger than many other markets. However, most of the DFW homes are experiencing a problem in step-up housing. That is to say, normally as the family or income expands the homeowner is ready to step up to a larger mortgage to accommodate the families needs. As an example stepping from an $150K to a larger home would usually be to a $250-$300K. Our economy is a factor. We are still driven by our economic dependency on our local industry. Although we are fortunate to have this base of opportunity, this must change in order to grow. The only way to change this perception is to embrace the inevitable by promoting our outstanding communities as part of the Greater Dallas Forth Worth Metroplex. Our counties governments, our city officials, our schools, our churches, our medical communities provide the perfect setting to accept this growth. I am a member of the Greater Lewisville Association of REALTORS the local MLS and NLS and am honored to promote the properties in a broader marketing arena.

Jul. 18, 2008 - Dallas - Fort Worth TX Market is on Track...

Did you know 2007 was the 5th BEST YEAR in recorded real estate sales history? True. This is per the National Association of REALTORS®. They have kept statistics since 1952!

Apr. 26, 2008 - Dallas - Ft. Worth TX Real Estate Market