North Texas home sales set record in 2019
In December, 9,056 houses changed hands, the highest total on record for the final month of any year. North Texas’ housing market ended 2019 on a high note, and the jump in sales during the final month was enough to push the year’s home purchases to an all-time high. Last month’s preowned home sales were […]
The Promise of Digital Mortgage is a Reality
MBA Tech 2019: The Promise of Digital Mortgage is a Reality Posted on April 4, 2019 by Jessica Larkin Last week, the eOriginal team was out in force at MBA Tech 2019. We enjoyed seeing old friends, making new friends, discussing digital best practices and learning what is top of mind when it comes to […]
How to Decorate Your Home for the Holidays Without Hurting a Sale
Selling your home with the holidays on deck means you may need a crash course in how to decorate your home for the holidays without turning off buyers. Unless you’re a total Scrooge, it’s hard to argue with the fact that glitter lights and colorful accents make a home look more cheerful and inviting. But you […]
The Easy Guide to Real Estate Video Content Marketing
https://youtu.be/8OSWSf6vUQs We have all noticed that video is one of the best ways to get your name out there and in front of your customer. Here is a great video guide from Tom Ferry that gives you great suggestions and ideas for video content. Let’s learn from the best. If you don’t already follow Tom […]
How to Sell Your Home During the Holidays
Wondering how to sell your home during the holidays? While putting your home on the market between winter celebrations, school vacations, and looming family visits might seem like miserable timing, sellers could actually benefit by using this period strategically to show and possibly even sell their place. Here’s why: Many home sellers take a holiday hiatus until the New Year—and that could mean […]
HUD Looks to Eliminate Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing
The Department of Housing and Urban Development published a request for information to dig into how regulations could be creating barriers to affordable housing. The RFI is seeking public comment on federal, state, local and tribal laws, regulations, land use requirements and administrative practices that raise the cost of affordable housing and contribute to housing […]
Tips for Winterizing Your Home
Winter is coming! See below for a list of top tips for winterizing your home. CHECK THE EXTERIOR, DOORS AND WINDOWS Inspect exterior for crevice cracks and exposed entry points around pipes; seal them. Use weather stripping around doors to prevent cold air from entering the home and caulk windows. Replace cracked glass in windows […]
Important Compliance Update from TREC
Realtors Subject to New TREC Rules Prohibiting Pay-to-Play Programs Reminder: RESPA, P-53 and Anti-Rebating Statutes Remain in Effect for Title Agents and Are Enforced The Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) recently amended their rules related to rebates and specifically highlighted the prohibition of pay-to-play arrangements in the real estate marketplace. TREC said their amended rules are intended to strengthen settlement service provider independence […]
Does Extending the Closing Date Extend a Contingency Date?
Below, please find helpful information that was posted on TexasRealEstate.com. October 30, 2019 | Texas REALTORS® Staff Members have called regarding situations where a contract is signed with an attached Addendum for Sale of Other Property by Buyer (TXR 1908) and the buyer will not obtain proceeds from the sale of her other home by […]
Texas Home Sales Continue To Increase In 3rd Quarter
Texas home sales increased 6.4%—to 100,733 sales in the third quarter of 2019—compared to the same period last year, according to the 2019 Q3 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas REALTORS®. The statewide median home price for the quarter also increased to $245,000, a 4.3% increase over the third quarter of 2018. Of […]
