CCAR News
Make it Home to Those You Love: Evaluate Your Safety Protocols
Make it Home to Those You Love: Evaluate Your Safety Protocols Originally Published in the September 2021 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine Did you know that being a REALTOR® means you are at a higher risk of being a victim of crime? It’s true, and now is a great time to evaluate and…
Read MoreProperty Tax Protests: Tips from an Appraiser
Property Tax Protests: Tips from an Appraiser By Vaughn Kerkorian, Kerkorian Residential Appraisals and Member of CCAR’s REALTOR® & Lender Committee Over the past year, many homeowners have seen their equity in their home increase due to rising property values brought on by low interest rates, lack of inventory, and high buyer demand. As the…
Read MoreMedian Home Sales Price in Texas Rises 18.6% in the First Quarter of 2022
Median Home Sales Price in Texas Rises 18.6% in the First Quarter of 2022 The median sales price of Texas homes topped $325,000 during the first quarter of 2022, an increase of 18.6% compared to the same period last year, according to the 2022-Q1 Texas Quarterly Housing Report released today by Texas REALTORS®. “The demand…
Read MoreCollin County Home Buyers Paid 108.5% of the Original List Price in March
Collin County Home Buyers Paid 108.5% of the Original List Price in March The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home prices continued to rise in March while inventory remained problematic throughout the county. In March, homes went under contract in 22 days for 108.5% of their original list price on average. At…
Read MoreApril is Fair Housing Month: How Do You Rate?
April is Fair Housing Month: How Do You Rate? Check yourself. Educate yourself. Hold yourself accountable. Because That’s Who We R®. April is Fair Housing Month, and a great time to ensure you are helping to build thriving, inclusive communities. Visit nar.realtor/FHM to access tools to help you prevent discrimination in real estate. Fair Housing Resources…
Read MoreHow to Get the Stats you Need On-Demand
How to Get the Stats you Need On-Demand CCAR strives to provide the tools and resources you need to succeed. As part of that effort, we have created and curated a collection of training items so that you can take full advantage of the on-demand data sources available to you. Accessing On-Demand Data Sources NTREIS…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Single Premium Mortgage Insurance
What You Need to Know About Single Premium Mortgage Insurance By Mickey Lynam (NMLS 974623), First Horizon, Member of CCAR’s REALTOR®/Lender Committee What is Mortgage Insurance? Typically, borrowers making a down payment of less than 20% of the purchase price of the home will need to purchase mortgage insurance. This insurance policy protects the…
Read MoreInvestor Beware: What REALTORS® and Investors Need to Know
Investor Beware: What REALTORS® and Investors Need to Know By Amy Karns, Property Manager at A Plus Management, Real Estate Broker, and Member of CCAR’s Property Management Committee The DFW area continues to be a hot market for investors. While this is exciting news for most REALTORS®, there are a couple of areas to…
Read MoreOn-Demand Data Sources Replace Pulse Reports
On-Demand Data Sources Replace Pulse Reports CCAR takes dues money seriously and strives to put it to good use. After careful evaluation, we have found additional market data sources provide the same data obtained through the Pulse, and more. In the coming days we will provide training via videos, documents, and personalized support to ensure…
Read MoreOut-of-State Movers Not to Blame for Surging Texas Home Prices
Out-of-State Movers Not to Blame for Surging Texas Home Prices Increased migration to Texas, particularly from higher-income states like California, has prompted concerns of diminished housing affordability as newcomers search and compete for housing. However, new analysis by the Texas Real Estate Research Center (TRERC) indicates migration patterns offer little explanation for the recent runup…
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