Hurricane damage before closing is the seller’s problem, not yours. What Paragraph 14 of the Texas contract gives a Houston buyer — and the insurance step to take during your option period.
The Questions to Ask Before You Sign With Any Real Estate Agent
Texas now puts the paperwork before the first showing, so you’re choosing who represents you earlier than buyers used to. Here are the questions worth asking — including the ones I’d ask me.
What $400K to $450K Buys in Katy, TX Right Now (July 2026)
What does $400,000 to $450,000 buy in Katy, TX right now? Newer west-side builds vs. established neighborhoods — and the tax-rate gap that can swing your payment $400 a month.
The Texas Buyer Representation Agreement: Which of the Three Forms You’ll Actually Sign
Texas law now requires a written agreement before an agent shows you a home. Two of the three forms make you a client — the third takes representation away. Here’s how to tell them apart.
Turning 65 in Texas: How the Over-65 Exemption and School Tax Ceiling Cut Your Property Tax Bill
Turning 65 does two separate things to your property taxes — a second exemption and a freeze on your school taxes. Here’s the unit-by-unit math on a Cypress home, what the ceiling doesn’t cover, and what actually transfers when you move.
What Is a Homestead Exemption in Texas — and How Much Does It Actually Save You?
A Texas homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of your primary residence. Here’s what it’s worth on a real Houston-area home, the 10% cap nobody talks about, and the driver’s license rule that cost someone $2,713.
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