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North Texas Realtors in Action Foundation Helps Residents Rebuild from February’s Winter Storm
North Texas Realtors in Action Foundation Helps Residents Rebuild from February’s Winter Storm Texas residents are rebuilding their homes following February’s winter storm, thanks to financial support from the North Texas Realtors in Action Foundation (NTRIAF). Despite the effects the severe weather had on North Texas, NTRIAF, a nonprofit organization founded and administered by the…
Read MoreMedian Texas home price up 13.4% during first quarter of 2021
Median Texas home price up 13.4% during first quarter of 2021 The median sales price of homes in Texas reached $274,300 in the first quarter this year, an increase of 13.4% over the same period last year, according to the 2021-Q1 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas REALTORS®. “The demand for housing in Texas remained strong…
Read MoreAre Home Inspections Worth It?
Are Home Inspections Worth It? By Shannon Vizcarra, AmeriSpec Inspection Services DFW and Member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee We can all agree the past year has been a remarkably interesting year, especially for the housing market. With low interest rate and less listings, 2020 ended with historic highs for home sales, and now 2021 has…
Read MoreIncreasing Your Buyer’s Purchasing Power
Increasing Your Buyer’s Purchasing Power By Eric Gomez, ACE Credit Consulting and Member of CCAR’s REALTOR®/Lender Committee How does a buyer’s credit score impact how much house they can buy? How much of an impact does their credit score have on their purchase price? A buyer’s credit score impacts not only the interest rate on…
Read MoreMarch Brings Little Relief to Collin County’s Inventory-Strapped Housing Market
March Brings Little Relief to Collin County’s Inventory-Strapped Housing Market The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that new listings significantly increased in March 2021, yet not enough to provide relief for Collin County’s inventory-strapped housing market. In March, 14.1% fewer homeowners listed their home than the year prior (1,663 vs. 1,936). However, it’s…
Read MoreVoting in the May 1 Municipal Elections
Voting in the May 1 Municipal Elections Local elections are quickly approaching, and we want to make sure you have all of the information you need to make your day at the polls a breeze. Early voting begins April 19 and runs through April 27—polls are closed on Sundays. During Early Voting, voters can cast…
Read MoreCDC Extends Eviction Moratorium
CDC Extends Eviction Moratorium Information provided by the National Association of REALTORS® The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced today that it is extending its nationwide eviction moratorium through June 30, 2021. The order was put into place Sept. 4, 2020, but has been challenged in court across numerous states and localities in the months…
Read MoreThe Home Features Topping Every Buyer’s Wish List
The Home Features Topping Every Buyer’s Wish List Buying a home is a goal that many want to accomplish. It’s important to note that there’s also a lot of planning that goes into it. Before stepping into the world of home buying, make sure to list what the perfect house should have for you. Every…
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Block Chain, 3D Printing: Why NAR is Investing in the Future of Tech with Ashley Stinson
Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Block Chain, 3D Printing: Why NAR is Investing in the Future of Tech with Ashley Stinson https://growthzonecmsprodeastus.azureedge.net/sites/2027/2021/03/artificial-intelligence-augmented-reality-block-chain-3d-printing-why-nar-is-investing-in-the-future-of-tech-with-ashley-stinson-soundbite-b01bbfa3-3ead-4580-972f-ee7ec58c8046.mp4 Don’t miss the latest episode of CCAR’s podcast Welcome to the Top with Second Century Ventures Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, Ashley Stinson. In this episode you will learn how NAR is playing…
Read MoreVoter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections is April 1
Voter Registration Deadline for Municipal Elections is April 1 April 1, 2021 is the last day to register to vote in the May 1 municipal elections. If you’re not registered yet, you can register to vote in person at your county voter registrar’s office. Libraries and post offices also provide postage-paid voter application forms. If…
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