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4th of July Festivals in Collin County
4th of July Festivals in Collin County The Fourth of July is quickly approching and we want you to be prepared for fun! Thanks to Collin County Moms for taking the time to put together a fun list of things to do this year for the Fourth of July in Collin County. Just like our…
Read MoreRise of the ARM
Rise of the ARM By Marc Starr, NMLS# 230875, Supreme Lending and Member of CCAR’s REALTOR® & Lender Committee “Today’s ARM [Adjustable Rate Mortgage] is not your father’s ARM, and is worthy of being considered. Especially for people who plan on moving or paying off the loan before it resets” -Marc Starr Conventional and Jumbo…
Read MoreFinally! Increased Inventory in Collin County
Finally! Increased Inventory in Collin County The Collin County Association of REALTORS® is happy to report increased inventory. However, the long-anticipated headline proved to be lackluster for homebuyers as home prices continued to rise. In May, a 17.6% increase in home inventory had no visible impact on the pace of buyers’ offers. Last month, homes…
Read MoreWho Represents You?
Who Represents You? Have you ever wondered who your local, state, and national representatives are? Or how to get in contact with one of your Representatives? Thanks to The Texas Tribune, it’s easy to find out! You’ll want to check out your city’s website for your local city council members. For your state and national…
Read MoreWalletHub Names Plano 4th Best City To Raise A Family
WalletHub Names Plano 4th Best City To Raise A Family WalletHub’s recent report provides data to show what we already knew, Plano is one of the best cities to raise a family! “With families in mind, WalletHub compared more than 180 U.S. cities based on 46 key metrics that consider essential family dynamics, such as…
Read MoreWatch: April 2022 Real Estate Rundown
Watch: April 2022 Real Estate Rundown Wondering what the Collin County real estate market was like in April 2022? Get all the information you need in this one-minute video displaying key market indicators. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers Magazine Professional Development Spotlight Uncategorized Archives…
Read MoreHome Sales Remain Steady as Prices Continue to Climb
Home Sales Remain Steady as Prices Continue to Climb The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports steady home sales despite limited inventory driving home prices upward. In April, relatively the same number of homes went under contract as the year prior (1,512 vs. 1,518) for 109.4% of their original list price after remaining on…
Read MoreThe Top Three Things a Licensed Property Tax Consultant Wants You to Know
The Top Three Things a Licensed Property Tax Consultant Wants You to Know As everyone’s property tax bills start coming in, we are so grateful to have Jennifer Parker, REALTOR® and Licensed Property Tax Consultant, share with us her expertise in this area. If you disagree with the new value and want to file a…
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 More7 Reasons You Should Work With A REALTOR®
7 Reasons You Should Work With A REALTOR® When you’re sick, you go to the doctor. When your car breaks down, you go to a mechanic. The point is that we always turn to professionals when we find ourselves in need of advice. Why should buying a home be any different? There are many reasons…
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