WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FINANCIAL CRIMES ENFORCEMENT NETWORK (FinCEN) REAL ESTATE RULE:

ALERT: A RECENT FEDERAL COURT DECISION HAS VACATED THE NEW FINCEN REAL ESTATE RULE. THE FILING OF REAL ESTATE REPORTS WITH FINCEN IS NOT CURRENTLY REQUIRED WHILE THE COURT’S ORDER REMAINS IN FORCE. New FinCEN reporting requirements for residential real estate transactions take effect on March 1, 2026. Questions to help determine if FinCEN reporting may […]
Spotlight on Hurst
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and […]
Favorite Sweet Spots in DFW

Love is in the air! If you’re looking for a sweet treat for your Valentine but don’t know where to go, fret not because we’ve got you covered with our list of our favorite sweet spots in DFW! Pick out one delicious dessert or make it an evening and indulge your sweet tooth at multiple shops. For a […]
Spotlight on Grapevine
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and […]
Romantic Restaurants in DFW

Love is in the air… and on the menu! We asked our Republic Title offices to share their favorite romantic restaurants in their area just in time for Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re planning a dreamy date night or a cozy dinner, these local gems are sure to impress. CASTLE HILLS: Tande Thai | Contemporary […]
Important Tax Information for 2025 Home Buyers – And existing Home Owners

It’s that time of year again; time for 2025 buyers to apply for their Homestead and other exemptions! Please click the links below (available in English and Spanish) for a helpful PDF that you can provide to your clients with important websites, phone numbers and instructions on how to file their exemptions. Our goal at […]
2025 DFW Real Estate Year End Stats At A Glance

https://youtu.be/NLsDb8RQZEw Our fifth annual stats report of the DFW real estate market is here! The 2025 DFW housing market reflects recalibration, not retreat. Pricing softened modestly in Collin, Denton, and Rockwall counties (down 2–4% year over year), while Dallas County posted a 3% increase, signaling continued demand for central metro living. Tarrant County remained essentially […]
December 2025 DFW Real Estate Stats

https://youtu.be/RwMklWS4_Rg The North Texas housing market in December 2025 showed a mix of rising inventory, longer market times, and varied movement in closed sales across the major counties. Collin County saw slightly fewer new listings (down 0.7%) but a notable increase in active listings (up 21.5%). Homes stayed on the market longer (up 15.9%), yet […]
eClosing Options at Republic Title

Republic Title combines proven expertise with secure, innovative technology to deliver flexible eClosing solutions. Whether your transaction requires a fully remote experience or a hybrid digital approach, our team ensures a smooth, legally compliant closing without sacrificing service or accuracy. Remote Online eClosing (RON) Complete your entire closing online in a live, secure video session […]
Spotlight on Frisco
Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, there’s always something new to discover about your neighborhood. With that in mind, we created a Fast Facts sheet for cities and neighborhoods all over the DFW area. Our DFW Area fast facts have detailed real estate insights, things to do, places to shop and […]