Lease renewals in Texas, particularly under the Texas Association of Realtors (TAR) lease, follow a specific process that is important for both landlords and tenants to understand. These renewals function under an “evergreen” clause, meaning they renew automatically under certain conditions. Here’s a closer look at how lease renewals work in Texas. Understanding the TAR…

A short sale is a unique and often complex transaction in real estate that arises when a homeowner owes more on their mortgage than the current market value of the home. In this situation, the homeowner seeks permission from their lender to sell the property for less than the amount owed, with the lender agreeing…

The real estate industry has seen significant changes recently, especially regarding how buyer’s agent commissions are handled. Sellers and listing agents are no longer required to disclose a specific buyer’s agent fee in the MLS when listing a home. This development has left many sellers wondering: Should I offer a buyer’s agent fee? If so,…

The question of whether open houses are an effective tool for selling homes in Texas has been a point of discussion in real estate for years. Since the internet became the predominant means of marketing real estate, traditional open houses have often been regarded as a means to appease sellers, giving the impression that agents…

In the real estate industry, selling a property often involves significant costs, especially when hiring a full-service Realtor. However, a flat fee listing service offers a more affordable alternative, allowing sellers to list their property on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) for a set price while handling much of the process themselves. Here’s an overview…