Kristen Vartian's Blog Posts

Why Didn't My House Sell?

Why Your House Didn’t SellIf your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, you’re likely feeling a little frustrated. Not to mention, you're also probably wondering what

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Mortgage Pre-Approval is First Step to Homeownership

Beginning with Pre-ApprovalIf you’re looking to buy a home this fall, there are a few things you need to know. Affordability is tight with today’s mortgage rates and rising;

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Non-Financial Benefits of Homeownership

The Many Non-Financial Benefits of HomeownershipBuying and owning your own home can have a big impact on your life. While there are financial reasons to become a homeowner, it's essential

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McKinney Area Events September 22-24

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Events September 15-17

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events September 8 - 10

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Fall 2023 Home Buying Guide

Things to Consider When Buying a HomeThe process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don't need to go through it alone. You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a...

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McKinney Area Labor Day Weekend Events

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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St. Patrick's Day Events

Saint Patrick's Day EVENTS - FRIDAY – March 17THAlan Jackson s Covered by Gone Country and Great Texas Wine!!! @BarnHill Vineyard | 11917 CR 509, Anna | 7:30PM - 10PM1999: The Legacy of-

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What To Expect From the Housing Market in 2023

What To Expect From the Housing Market in 2023The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things: inflation and rapidly rising mortgage rates. And in many ways, it's put the market into

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Homeowners Still Have Positive Equity Gains over the Past 12 Months

Homeowners Still Have Positive Equity Gains over the Past 12 MonthsIf you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a big boost over the past few years thanks to rapidly rising home prices. Here;

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Mortgage Rates Are Dropping. What Does That Mean for You?

Mortgage Rates Are Dropping. What Does That Mean for You?Mortgage rates have been a hot topic in the housing market over the past 12 months. Compared to the beginning of 2022, rates have risen

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Planning to Retire? It Could Be Time To Make a Move. Planning to Retire? It Could Be Time To Make a Move. | MyKCM If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be selli

Planning to Retire? It Could Be Time To Make a Move.If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be 

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You May Have More Negotiation Power When You Buy a Home Today

You May Have More Negotiation Power When You Buy a Home TodayDid the frequency and intensity of bidding wars over the past two years make you put your home search on hold? If so, you

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Top Questions About Selling Your Home This Winter!

Top Questions About Selling Your Home This WinterThere’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season, and that may leave you with some questions about whether it still

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Top Questions About Selling Your Home This Winter!

Top Questions About Selling Your Home This WinterThere’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season, and that may leave you with some questions about whether it still

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Why It May Be Time To Add Newly Built Homes to Your Search

Why It May Be Time To Add Newly Built Homes to Your SearchIf you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good

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McKinney Area Events October 7 - 9

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McKinney Area Events September 30 - October 2

 YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly!

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McKinney Events

 YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly!

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Will My House Still Sell in Today’s Market?

Will My House Still Sell in Today’s Market?If recent headlines about the housing market cooling and buyer demand moderating have you worried you’ve missed your chance to sell, here

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McKinney Events September 16-19

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval

A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsMortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income,

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Buyers Are Regaining Some of Their Negotiation Power in Today’s Housing Market!

Buyers Are Regaining Some of Their Negotiation Power in Today’s Housing MarketIf you're thinking about buying a home today, there's welcome news. Even though it’s still a sellers

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Three Things Buyers Can Do in Today’s Housing Market!

Three Things Buyers Can Do in Today’s Housing MarketIt’s clear the 2022 housing market has been defined by rising mortgage rates. With rates on the rise, it’s also become more

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Getting Your House Ready To Sell? Work with an Agent for Expert Advice Getting Your House Ready To Sell? Work with an Agent for Expert Advice | MyKCM In a market that’s shifting as fast as it is today, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to b

Getting Your House Ready To Sell? Work with an Agent for Expert AdviceIn a market that’s shifting as fast as it is today, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be

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Why It’s So Important To Hire a Pro

Why It’s So Important To Hire a Pro [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, you’ll want a trusted real estate

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Should I Sell My House This Year??

Should I Sell My House This Year?There’s no denying the housing market is undergoing a shift this season as buyer demand slows and the number of homes for sale grows. But that

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Expert Forecasts on Mortgage Rates

Expert Forecasts on Mortgage RatesIf you’ve been thinking of buying a home, you may have been watching what’s happened with mortgage rates over the past year. It’s true they

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How Owning a Home Builds Your Net Worth

How Owning a Home Builds Your Net WorthOwning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives

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Here’s Why It’s Still a Sellers’ Market!

Here’s Why It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhile buyer demand has moderated and housing supply has grown in recent months, it’s still a;

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McKinney Area Events September 2 - 4

 YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly!

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New Homes May Have the Incentives You’re Looking for Today!

New Homes May Have the Incentives You’re Looking for TodayAccording to the U.S. Census Bureau, this year, builders are on pace to complete more than a million new homes in this

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Buyers: You May Face Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease!

Buyers: You May Face Less Competition as Bidding Wars EaseOne of the top stories in recent real estate headlines was the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. With so many buyers looking to

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What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today??

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing

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A Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert Advice!

A Trusted Real Estate Advisor Provides Expert AdviceIf you’re a homeowner or are planning to become one soon, you’re probably looking for clear information about today

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What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re wondering what a potential recession could mean for the housing market, here’s what

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What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market!??

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re wondering what a potential recession could mean for the housing market, here’s what

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Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search Today

Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search TodayIf you’re thinking about buying a home, you likely have a lot of factors on your mind. You’re weighing your own needs against higher

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What Sellers Need To Know in Today’s Housing Market

What Sellers Need To Know in Today’s Housing MarketIf you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard about the housing market slowing down in recent months. While it

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Why a Home Inspection Is Important

Why a Home Inspection Is Important [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re buying a home, here’s what you should know about your home inspection and why it’s so important.A

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Planning To Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goal.

Planning To Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goal.Whether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a

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What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market??

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market?According to a recent survey from the Wall Street Journal, the percentage of economists who believe we’ll see a recession in

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The U.S. Homeownership Rate Is Growing

The U.S. Homeownership Rate Is GrowingThe desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the

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Is the Shifting Market a Challenge or an Opportunity for Homebuyers??

Is the Shifting Market a Challenge or an Opportunity for Homebuyers?If you tried to buy a home during the pandemic, you know the limited supply of homes for sale was a considerable

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Selling Your House? Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than Ever

Selling Your House? Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than EverThere’s no doubt about the fact that the housing market is slowing from the frenzy we saw over the past two years. But

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Selling Your House? Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than Ever!

Selling Your House? Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than EverThere’s no doubt about the fact that the housing market is slowing from the frenzy we saw over the past two years. But

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Why the Forbearance Program Changed the Housing Market

Why the Forbearance Program Changed the Housing MarketWhen the pandemic hit in 2020, many experts thought the housing market would crash. They feared job loss and economic uncertainty would lead to

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Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2022

Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2022 [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThe housing market is shifting away from the intensity of the past two years. Here’s what experts&

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McKinney Events August 5-7

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSf!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Why It’s Still a Sellers’ Market!

Why Is It Still a Sellers’ MarketAs there’s more and more talk about the real estate market cooling off from the peak frenzy it saw during the pandemic, you may be questioning

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Buying a Home May Make More Financial Sense Than Renting One

Buying a Home May Make More Financial Sense Than Renting OneIf rising home prices leave you wondering if it makes more sense to rent or buy a home in today’s housing market, consider

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3 Graphs To Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble!

3 Graphs To Show This Isn’t a Housing BubbleWith all the headlines and buzz in the media, some consumers believe the market is in a housing bubble. As the housing market shifts, you

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Want To Buy a Home? Now May Be the Time.

Want To Buy a Home? Now May Be the Time.There are more homes for sale today than at any time last year. So, if you tried to buy a home last year and were outbid or out priced,

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A Window of Opportunity for Homebuyers!

A Window of Opportunity for HomebuyersMortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result,

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What is Causing Ongoing Home Price Appreciation?

What’s Causing Ongoing Home Price Appreciation?If you’re thinking about making a move, you probably want to know what’s going to happen to home prices for the rest

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Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall, Think Again!

Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall? Think AgainOver the last two years, the rate of home prices appreciated at a dramatic pace. While that led to incredible equity gains for homeowners,&

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Should You Buy a Home with Inflation This High?

Should You Buy a Home with Inflation This High?While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still going up. You

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Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers!!

Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for HomebuyersIf you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on

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Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers!

Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for HomebuyersIf you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on

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Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?

Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a 

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Housing Experts Say This Isn’t a Bubble!

Housing Experts Say This Isn’t a BubbleWith so much talk about an economic slowdown, some people are asking if the housing market is heading for a crash like the one in 2008. To

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Should I Buy a Home Right Now

Should I Buy a Home Right Now?If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I wait? While

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Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the YearThe housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you

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Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move

Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsAccording to the latest data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $64,000 in home

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What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market

What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market?According to a recent survey, more and more Americans are concerned about a possible recession. Those concerns were validated when the

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Is Homeownership Still the American Dream

Is Homeownership Still the American Dream?Defining the American dream is personal, and no one individual will have the same definition as another. But the feelings it brings about – success,

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Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment

Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsBased on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years

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If You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is Critical

If You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is CriticalIt can be tempting, especially with how hot the housing market has been over the past two years, to consider selling your

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Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance ProgramsA recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying

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A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

A Key Opportunity for HomebuyersThere’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share of challenges to homebuyers over the past two years. Two of the biggest hurdles homebuyers

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Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a Bubble

Two Reasons Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t a BubbleYou may be reading headlines and hearing talk about a potential housing bubble or a crash, but it’s important to understand

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Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House

Why an Agent Is Essential When Pricing Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhen it comes to pricing your house, there’s a lot to consider. The only way to ensure you price it right is

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Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising Inflation

Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising InflationIf you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about rising inflation. Today, inflation is at&

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Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan!

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home LoanOnce you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking

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The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past YearIf you own a home, your net worth likely just got a big boost thanks to rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your

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More Listings Are Coming onto the Market

More Listings Are Coming onto the Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWorried you won’t be able to find your next home after you sell? You should know data from realtor.com

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Home Price Deceleration Doesn’t Mean Home Price Depreciation!

Home Price Deceleration Doesn’t Mean Home Price DepreciationExperts in the real estate industry use a number of terms when they talk about what's happening with home prices. And some of those

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A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House!

A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your HouseIf you’re a homeowner thinking about selling your house, you’re probably looking for the best time to make your move.

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Is the Housing Market Correcting?

Is the Housing Market Correcting?If you're following the news, all of the headlines about conditions in the current housing market may leave you with more questions than answers. Is

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More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever Before

More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever BeforeAmericans’ opinion on the value of real estate as an investment is climbing. That’s according to an annual 

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The Top Reasons To Own Your Home

The Top Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsJune is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a great time to consider the benefits of owning your own home.If you

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Luxury Homes Are in High Demand

Luxury Homes Are in High DemandAs people realize their needs are changing, some are turning to luxury housing to find their dream home. Investopedia helps define what pushes a home into

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Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move Up

Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move UpAre you thinking about selling your current home? If so, the biggest question on your mind may be: if I sell now, where will I?

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Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House

Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your HouseIf your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make a move, taking advantage of today’s sellers’

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History Proves Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis

History Proves Recession Doesn’t Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIt’s important to understand history proves an economic slowdown does not equal a housing

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How Homeownership Impacts You

How Homeownership Impacts YouJune is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on how impactful owning a home can truly be. When you purchase a house, it becomes

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Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the Past

Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the PastIn today’s housing market, many are beginning to wonder if we’re returning to the riskier lending habits and borrowing options

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Remember and Honor Those Who Gave All

Remember and Honor Those Who Gave AllWe remember and honor those who gave.

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Bright Days Are Ahead When You Move Up This Summer

Bright Days Are Ahead When You Move Up This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWarmer weather and longer days mean summer is almost here. Celebrate by upgrading to the home of your dreams so you can

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Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation Home!

Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation HomeYou may be someone who looks forward to summer each year because it gives you an opportunity to rest, unwind, and enjoy more quality time with your

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Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans

Don’t Let Rising Inflation Delay Your Homeownership Plans [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf recent headlines about rising inflation are making you wonder if it’s still a good time to buy,

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How Homeownership Can Bring You Joy!

How Homeownership Can Bring You JoyIf you're trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, you're probably weighing a few different factors. The financial benefits of homeownership might

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Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence?

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the FenceIf you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that

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Should You Update Your House Before Selling? Ask a Real Estate Professional1

Should You Update Your House Before Selling? Ask a Real Estate Professional. [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your,

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What You Actually Need To Know About the Number of Foreclosures in Today’s Housing Market!?

What You Actually Need To Know About the Number of Foreclosures in Today’s Housing MarketWhile you may have seen recent stories about the volume of foreclosures today, context is important.

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Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.

Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, 

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How Today’s Mortgage Rates Impact Your Home Purchase

How Today’s Mortgage Rates Impact Your Home PurchaseIf you’re planning to buy a home, it’s critical to understand the relationship between mortgage rates and your

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2022 Housing Market Forecast

2022 Housing Market Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhat does the rest of the year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts have to say about what lies ahead

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Three Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Three Tips for First-Time HomebuyersBuying your first home is a major decision and an exciting milestone. Even though it can feel daunting at times, it has the power to change your life for the

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Your House Could Be Closer to List-Ready Than You Think

Your House Could Be Closer to List-Ready Than You ThinkOne of the biggest concerns for a homeowner looking to sell is the time they’ll have to put in before listing their house. If that&rsquo

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Things That Could Help You Win a Bidding War on a Home

Things That Could Help You Win a Bidding War on a HomeWith a limited number of homes for sale today and so many buyers looking to make a purchase before mortgage rates rise

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Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing Homeowners!!!

Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing HomeownersIf you’re planning to sell your home this season, rising prices are great news for you. But it’s

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Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing Homeowners!!

Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing HomeownersIf you’re planning to sell your home this season, rising prices are great news for you. But it’s

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Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing Homeowners

Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing HomeownersIf you’re planning to sell your home this season, rising prices are great news for you. But it’s

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Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing Homeowners!

Today’s Home Price Appreciation Is Great News for Existing HomeownersIf you’re planning to sell your home this season, rising prices are great news for you. But it’s

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What You Need To Know About Selling in a Sellers’ Market

What You Need To Know About Selling in a Sellers’ MarketEven if you haven’t been following real estate news, you’ve likely heard about the current sellers’ market. That

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The Dream of Homeownership Is Worth the Effort!!

The Dream of Homeownership Is Worth the EffortIf you’re in the market to buy a home this season, stick with it. Homebuyers face challenges in any market, and today’s is no exception. But

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Is It Enough To Offer Asking Price in Today’s Housing Market?

Is It Enough To Offer Asking Price in Today’s Housing Market?If you’re planning to buy a home this season, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to

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Myths About Today’s Housing Market

Myths About Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re planning to buy or sell a home today, it’s important to be aware of common

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Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To Pop

Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To PopHomeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors )

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How Do You Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a Buyer

How To Approach Rising Mortgage Rates as a BuyerIn the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning

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Why Pre-Approval Is an Important Step for Today’s Homebuyers?

Why Pre-Approval Is an Important Step for Today’s HomebuyersBeing intentional and competitive are musts when buying a home this season. That’s why pre-approval is so important

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Is It Time For You To Buy a Smaller Home?

Is It Time To Buy a Smaller Home?Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean

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On the Fence of Whether or Not To Move This Spring,Consider This.

On the Fence of Whether or Not To Move This Spring? Consider This.If you’re thinking of selling your house, it may be because you’ve heard prices are rising, listings are

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Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed This Year?

Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed?There’s never been a truer statement regarding forecasting mortgage rates than the one offered last year by Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First

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Why a Real Estate Professional Is Key When Selling Your House!

Why a Real Estate Professional Is Key When Selling Your HouseWith today’s real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than

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Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year!

Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This YearIf you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that

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Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home?

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. That’s because recent home

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The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You

The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for YouMany consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up

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Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time Homebuyers!

Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time HomebuyersToday's low inventory can be challenging for homebuyers, especially if you’re looking to purchase your first home. But if

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What Do You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home?

What You Need To Budget for When Buying a HomeWhen it comes to buying a home, it can feel a bit intimidating to know how much you need to save and where to find that information. But you should

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It’s Still a Sellers’ Market

It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsDue to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen

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There Are Several Great Reasons To Consider Buying a Condo Today.

There Are Several Great Reasons To Consider Buying a Condo TodayIf you’re a first-time buyer looking to break into the housing market but struggling to find a home to buy, condominiums (or

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What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates, and Where Will They Go from Here??

What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates, and Where Will They Go from Here?Based on the Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has

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Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment.

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Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?

Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?A lot has changed over the past year. For many people, the rise in remote work influenced what they’re looking for in a

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Is it time to move into a new home?

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying

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A unique housing market?

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to

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Looks Like The Number Of Homes For Sale Is Finally Growing

Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing

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Five Tips for Making Your Best Offer

5 Tips for Making Your Best OfferIn today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses

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McKinney Area Events September 17-19

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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The Truth About Today’s Buyer Demand

The Truth About Today’s Buyer DemandWhen it comes to the latest news in real estate, there are a lot of sensational headlines in the media. In times like this, when it can be hard to know

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Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your Home

Why It’s Still Safe To Sell Your HomeIf you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. Real estate professionals are

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Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available

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What About 2022?

Home Price Appreciation Is Skyrocketing in 2021. What About 2022?One of the major story lines over the last year is how well the residential real estate market performed. One key metric in the

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Reasons You Should Consider Selling This Fall

Reasons You Should Consider Selling This FallIf you're trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time to list than right now. The ultimate sellers' market we're

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McKinney Area Events September 3 - 5

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Appraisal Gaps

What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal GapIt’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today

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What Home Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal Gap

What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal GapIt’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today

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The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is WideningBecoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much 

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Your Checklist To Get Ready To Sell

Your Checklist To Get Ready To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhen it comes to selling your house, you want it to look its best inside and out.It’s important to focus on tasks that

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If Housing Affordability Is About the Money, Don’t Forget This.

If Housing Affordability Is About the Money, Don’t Forget This.There are many non-financial benefits of buying your own home. However, today’s headlines seem to be focusing

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Still the year

Why 2021 Is Still the Year To Sell Your HouseIf you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie 

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Still the Year To Sell Your House

Why 2021 Is Still the Year To Sell Your HouseIf you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, this is the time to think seriously about making a move. Fannie 

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Your vacation home can provide you with flexibility

What To Do with Your Vacation Home as Summer EndsAs summer comes to a close, is it time to think about selling your vacation home? Based on recent data and expert opinions, it’s something you

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More Young People are buying homes.

More Young People Are Buying HomesThere’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off

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What are the effects of today's mortgage rates

What Do Experts Say About Today’s Mortgage Rates?Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage

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McKinney Area Events August 20-22

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Options for First-Time Homebuyers

Options for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWith a housing market this competitive, sometimes you have to think outside the box.Work with your trusted real estate advisors to

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More Young People Are Buying Homes

More Young People Are Buying HomesThere’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off

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Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of Demand

Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of DemandOne of the major questions real estate experts are asking today is whether prospective homebuyers still believe purchasing a home

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What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?

What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious

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A Look at Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for Sellers

A Look at Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for SellersWhen you hear the phrase home price appreciation, what does it mean to you? Through context clues alone, chances are you know it

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Sellers Are in a Sweet Spot

Sellers Are in a Sweet Spot [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIn today’s sellers’ market, you’re set up to win big when you list your house.That’s because homes are 

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McKinney Area Events August 13 - 15

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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The Best Use of Time (and Money) When It Comes to Renovations

The Best Use of Time (and Money) When It Comes to RenovationsIn the current sellers’ market, many homeowners wonder what, if anything, needs to be remodeled before they list their house. That

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Houses Are Not Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades?

Are Houses Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades?There are many headlines about how housing affordability is declining. The headlines are correct: it’s less affordable to purchase a

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Looking for a Place To Call Home? Consider a Condominium

Looking for a Place To Call Home? Consider a Condominium.It’s no secret that one of the top stories in today’s real estate market is low housing supply and high buyer demand. If you;

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The Community and Economic Impacts of a Home Sale

The Community and Economic Impacts of a Home SaleIf you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, chances are you’re focusing on the many extraordinary ways it’ll change

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Ready To Sell, but Don’t Know Where You’ll Go?

Ready To Sell, but Don’t Know Where You’ll Go? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking of selling your house but don’t know what you should buy, you have;

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Surprising Shift Favors Homeowners: Buyers Now Prefer Existing Homes

 Surprising Shift Favors Homeowners: Buyers Now Prefer Existing HomesIn April, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) posted an article, Home Buyers’ Preferences

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Sellers: Make Today’s Home Price Appreciation Work for You

Sellers: Make Today’s Home Price Appreciation Work for YouHome prices continue to rise as we move through the summer, and that’s good news for sellers who are looking to

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With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time To Buy?

With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time To Buy?According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas

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Waiting To Could Cost You Money

Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking of buying a home but wondering if waiting a few years will save you in the long run, think again

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Home Sellers: Here Is Another Way To Welcome Our Veterans

Home Sellers: There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our VeteransSome veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National

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4 Reasons Why The End Of Forbearance Will Not Bring A Rash Foreclosures

4 Reasons Why the End of Forbearance Will Not Lead to a Wave of ForeclosuresWith forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of

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A Look At Housing Supply And What it Means To sellers

A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for SellersOne of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put, there

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3 Hot Topics In The Housing Market Now

3 Hot Topics in the Housing Market Right NowIf you’re a prospective buyer or seller, it’s important to understand the current real estate market conditions and how they affect you. The

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Pop Quiz-Can You Define These Key Terms In Today's Housing Market?

Pop Quiz: Can You Define These Key Terms in Today’s Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThe language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms

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Todays Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends

Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key TrendsAs we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact

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Remote Work Has Changed Our Home Needs

Remote Work Has Changed Our Home Needs. Is It Time for Your Home To Change, Too?Over the past year, many homeowners realized what they need in a home is changing, especially with the rise in remote

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What To Do Before Interest Rates Rise

What You Should Do Before Interest Rates RiseIn today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven

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3 Charts Show That This Isn't A Housing Bubble

3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing BubbleWith home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a

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Deep Dive Into Today's Buyers Concerns

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer ConcernsLast week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents

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McKinney Events July 16-18

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Experts Agree Options For Buyers Are Improving

Experts Agree: Options Are Improving for Buyers [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsBuyers hoping for more homes to choose from may be in luck as housing inventory begins to rise. Many

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Rising Housing Supply, What Does That Mean To You?

Housing Supply Is Rising. What Does That Mean for You?An important factor in today’s market is the number of homes for sale. While inventory levels continue to sit near historic lows, there

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Find Out Why This Isn't Your Typical Summer Housing Market

Why This Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing MarketIn real estate, it’s normal to see ebbs and flows in the market. Typically, the summer months are slower-paced than the traditionally

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Four Reasons To Sell This Summer

4 Major Incentives To Sell This SummerWhile the housing market forecast for the second half of the year remains positive, there may not be a better time to sell than right now. Here are

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McKinney Area Events July 9-11

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Home Equity Increases

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThe amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically.On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in

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Home equity you can take with you

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThe amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically.On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in

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Average Equity Gains

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThe amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically.On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in

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Selling Your Home Make Sure You Price it right

Selling Your House? Make Sure You Price It Right.There’s no denying we’re in a sellers’ market. With low inventory and high buyer demand, homes today are selling above the

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YOUNG HOMEOWNERS

The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To HearFor many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure

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Home Price Appreciation Through 2025

A Look at Home Price Appreciation Through 2025Home prices have increased significantly over the last year, which in turn has grown the net worth of homeowners. Appreciation and home equity are

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Homebuilders Ramp Up Constrtuction

Home Builders Ramp Up Construction Based on DemandIf you’re thinking of buying a home, there really is no time like the present. With today’s low mortgage rates, you have a great

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The Four Things To Look For When Buying a Fixer Upper

Buying a fixer-upper can be a fantastic investment because fixer-uppers tend to be much more affordable than houses that aren’t in need of many renovations or repairs. But is it worth it? 

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Happy 4th of July

Happy Independence Day!Wishing you a happy and safe Independence.

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What do experts see for the 2nd half

What Do Experts See on the Horizon for the Second Half of the Year?As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about what’s to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near

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Appraisal gaps

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Five Things Homebuyers Need To Know When Making an Offer

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McKinney Area Events June 25 - 27

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Homebuyers hang in there

Homebuyers: Hang in There [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsToday’s sellers’ market provides unique challenges—and benefits—for buyers.Current low interest rates won

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Pre-Approval Makes All the Difference When Buying a Home

Pre-Approval Makes All the Difference When Buying a HomeYou may have been told that it’s important to get pre-approved at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what

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Hope is on the Horizon for Today's Housing Shortage

Hope Is on the Horizon for Today’s Housing ShortageThe major challenge in today’s housing market is that there are more buyers looking to purchase than there are homes available to buy.

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Why it is important to have the right guide to assist you through this unprecedented market.

The Right Expert Will Guide You Through This Unprecedented MarketIn a normal market, it’s good to have an experienced guide coaching you through the process of buying or selling a home. That

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Why this is not like 2008.

Why This Is Not Like 2008 AgainDuring the Great Recession, just over a decade ago, the financial systems the world depended on started to collapse. It created a panic that drove some large companies

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McKinney Events June 11 - 13

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Dog Friendly Restaurant

Sometimes you just want to take your best friend to dinner with you... even if that best friend is your sweet dog! Did you know that some McKinney area restaurants actually let you bring your furry

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What is Motivating People to Move

What’s Motivating People To Move Right Now?This year, Americans are moving for a variety of reasons. The health crisis has truly reshaped our lifestyles and our needs. Spending so much more

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McKinney Area Events June 4-6

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area's Best Steakhouses

Looking for a great steak dinner this week. You don't have to drive to Dallas for a great steak check out some of our area’s best steakhouses:  Rick’s ChopHouse - 107 N,

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McKinney Area Events May 7-9

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND=WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Why are lumber prices soaring?

Lumber Prices$1,200 a board foot and futures into November even higher ($1,400)Supply can’t catch up despite a 13-year production HIGH which mirrors the 14 years high in NEW HOME STARTS - at

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You Can Still Secure a Low Mortgage Rate on Your Next Home

Planning to Move? You Can Still Secure a Low Mortgage Rate on Your Next HomeThis year, mortgage rates have started to slowly climb above recent record-breaking lows. Many homeowners planning to 

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McKinney Area Events April 16-18

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! ;

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McKinney Area's Best Bars

Today is a fun day to celebrate. Why? It's the eve of the weekend... so we get to talk about the best places in the McKinney area to have a delicious dring. Grab your friends and head to one of my

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McKinney Area's Best Bars

Today is a fun day to celebrate. Why? It's the eve of the weekend... so we get to talk about the best places in the McKinney area to have a delicious dring. Grab your friends and head to one of my

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McKinney Area's Best Bars

Today is a fun day to celebrate. Why? It's the eve of the weekend... so we get to talk about the best places in the McKinney area to have a delicious dring. Grab your friends and head to one of my

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McKinney Area's Best Bars

Today is a fun day to celebrate. Why? It's the eve of the weekend... so we get to talk about the best places in the McKinney area to have a delicious dring. Grab your friends and head to one of my

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McKinney Area Events March 26-28

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! ;

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McKinney Area Events March 12 - 14

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO?am CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events March 5-7

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO?am CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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What happened to home prices in 2020? What will happen to home prices this year?

Home Prices: What Happened in 2020? What Will Happen This Year?The real estate market was on fire during the second half of 2020. Buyer demand was way up, and the supply of homes available for sale

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McKinney Events February 5-7

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTSALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! ;

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Want to Build Wealth?

Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and

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How to Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2021

How to Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality This YearIn 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and

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McKinney Events January 15 - 17, 2021

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Events January 8 - 10

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Winning as a Buyer in a Seller's Market

Winning as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsBuying a home in today’s sellers’ market doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle.Here are four ways to

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McKinney Events December 11-13

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Your Home May Be High On The Buyer Wish List This Holiday Season

Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Holiday SeasonAround this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to sell their houses. Similarly, others who

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McKinney Events November 20-22

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events November 13-15

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS! ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Chestnut Square

Chestnut Square is a Historic Village located in downtown McKinney, featuring a collection of six historic homes, a replica of a one-room schoolhouse, a chapel, blacksmith shop, smokehouse, and

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McKinney Area Events November 6-8

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Find Out How Down Payment Assistance Opens the Door to Homeownership

How Down Payment Assistance Opens the Door to HomeownershipMany people are eager to buy a home right now while affordability continues to be a highlight of the current housing market.

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McKinney Events October 30 - November 1

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Important Impacts of Home Equity

Two Important Impacts of Home EquityEquity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure a much more stable financial future. According to the most recent data from CoreLogic, the

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McKinney Area Events October 23-25

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events October 16 -18 2020

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area's Best Pumpkin Patches

The Area’s Best Pumpkin Patches  Storybrook Ranch Hay Maze Pony and Horsey RidesPettin' ZooSlide Bounce House and Obstacle CourseField Day Games, and a Mini Wagon Ride

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Find out where are home values headed over the next 12 months.

Where Are Home Values Headed Over the Next 12 Months?As shelter-in-place orders were implemented earlier this year, many questioned what the shutdown would mean to the real estate market.

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Why Pricing Your Home Right Is Essential

Why Pricing Your House Right Is EssentialIn today’s real estate market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable things you can do.According to the U.S. Economic

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Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s

One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future is through homeownership. Recent data from the Federal Reserve indicates the net worth of a homeowner is actually

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McKinney Events October 9-11 2020

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Events October 9-11 2020

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Selling This Fall May Be Your Best Move

Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best MoveIf you’re thinking about moving, selling your house this fall might be the way to go. Here are four highlights in the housing market that may make

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McKinney Area Events October 2 - October 4, 2020

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events September 25TH Through 27Th

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Events September 18-20

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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Curious About How Low Inventory May Impact the Housing Market This Fall

How Low Inventory May Impact the Housing Market This FallReal estate continues to be called the ‘bright spot’ in the current economy, but there’s one thing that may hold the

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McKinney Area Events September 11TH - 13TH

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events Labor Day Weekend 2020

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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How Will the Presidential Election Impact Real Estate?

How Will the Presidential Election Impact Real Estate?The year 2020 will be remembered as one of the most challenging times of our lives. A worldwide pandemic, a recession causing historic

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McKinney Area Events August 28-30

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area August 21-23

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events August 14 - 17

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events August 7-9

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events July 31 - August 2

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKInney Area Events July 24 - July 26

 YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly!

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3 IMPORTANT STEPS IF YOU'RE BUYING...

Are you buying a home in the next 6-12 months? If so, stop everything and do these three steps… Step 1. Contact a REALTOR®. (point at yourself) In most cases, It's FREE for buyers to use

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McKinney Area Events July 17-19

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events July 10 - July 12

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKInney Area Events July 3 - July 5

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events February 14-16

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! 

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McKinney Area Events January 24 - 26

ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKENDWHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you weekly! EVENTS - Friday January 24 - January 26;

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McKinney Area Events January 17 - 19

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND November 22 - 24WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you

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McKinney Area Events November 22 - 24

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND November 22 - 24WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you

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What Closing Costs You Can Expect to Pay When Selling Your Home

Today's blog will focus on closing costs, and what you can expect to bring to the table when selling your home. One of the most common mistakes that sellers make when it comes to listing their

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McKinney Area Events November 15 - 17

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND November 15 - 17WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you

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McKinney Area Events October 18 - October 20

YOU FOUND THE BEST MCKINNEY AREA EVENTS!ALL THE BEST EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND October 18-20WHICH ONE (OR MORE) ARE YOU GOING TO? CLICK HERE...If you'd like local events delivered to you

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