Local Housing Market Update – ALONG WITH THE MERCURY, HOUSTON HOME SALES RISE IN AUGUST

Summer ended on a high for the Houston area.  Sales prices and volume posted gains and inventory was steady. For up to date information on what is happening in the Houston area housing market you cannot beat the Houston Association of Realtors.  Their web site is a terrific real estate resource.  Here is a link to… Read More Local Housing Market Update – ALONG WITH THE MERCURY, HOUSTON HOME SALES RISE IN AUGUST

Local Housing Market Update – HOUSTON HOME SALES DECLINE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THREE YEARS

It was just a matter of time before our depleted supply of home inventory caught up with us. Until more homes are listed for sale there will be further sales declines.  For up to date information on what is happening in the Houston area housing market you cannot beat the Houston Association of Realtors.  Their web site… Read More Local Housing Market Update – HOUSTON HOME SALES DECLINE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THREE YEARS

Biggest Home Improvement Bang for the Buck

Unfortunately, many potential home sellers realize a little too late that the new windows they installed last winter or the swimming pool they added this summer did not provide a dollar-for-dollar increase in their home’s value. Frankly, there are almost no improvements that will accomplish this task, but there are some expenditures that come close;… Read More Biggest Home Improvement Bang for the Buck

Does It Pay to Use a Real Estate Agent

As a home seller, the real estate commissions invested in selling your home can appear substantial, especially if you don’t have a lot of equity built-up. But, is hiring a Realtor® worth it? Here are some things to consider when making that decision: · According to statistics published by the National Association of Realtors, in… Read More Does It Pay to Use a Real Estate Agent