What is important when interviewing a realtor for the job of representing you. The realtor or the realtor’s brokerage? Both!  Let me explain. Successful brokerages are those that offer their agents a host of services that can assist the agent to be better trained and more productive for their clients. Of course, it is up to the agent to take advantage of the supportive programs to enhance their business. Let’s take the brokerage that I hold my license under, Keller Williams Realty. Unlike public companies this is a privately held company that has excelled due to their agent centric programs.

Keller Williams realized early on that the agents were the key to having a successful company and they went all in to give their agents a major say on how the…

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Texas homeowners have the opportunity to lower their property taxes and increase school funding in the upcoming election. Proposition 4 is a constitutional amendment that would increase the homestead exemption from $40,000 to $100,000, authorize the state legislature to limit the annual appraisal increase on non-homestead real property, exclude appropriations made to increase state education funding from the state appropriations limit, and allow the state to provide additional funding for public schools based on student need.

If Proposition 4 passes, Texas homeowners would save an average of $1,250 to $1,450 per year on their property taxes. The amendment would also provide billions of dollars in additional funding for public schools, which would help…

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Are you looking for a beautiful new construction home in a great location? Look no further than 208 Nathan Drive in Princeton, TX! This 1-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a study, and 1,837 square feet of living space.

The open concept design of the main area creates a spacious feel, perfect for entertaining or spending time with family. The living room has large windows that let in plenty of natural light, and the kitchen is equipped with modern stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a gas stove, ample storage, and a pantry.

The spacious primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with a dual sink vanity, walk-in shower, soaking tub, separate water closet, and walk-in closet. This home also presents crown molding, raised…

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Are you thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering whether to buy a resale home or a new construction home. Both have their own advantages and disadvantages, so it's important to weigh them carefully before making a decision.

Here are some of the key differences between resale homes and new construction homes:

  • Price: Resale homes are typically more affordable than new construction homes. This is because they've already taken on some depreciation, which means the seller is recouping less of their investment.
  • Location: Resale homes are often located in established neighborhoods, while new construction homes are often located in newer developments. This can be a major factor for some buyers, as they may prefer the amenities…

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In Collin County and Texas in general the weather has been hot! However, we haven’t set a record yet since the most days over 100 degrees was something like 70 days over 100 degrees in a row! Wow that is hot! Is it possible to describe the single-family resale market in the same terms as our present weather? Yes and no. Median home prices were up about 2.3% in August compared to August of 2022. Median days on market was the same as last August. Even though prices have gone up slightly, offers on homes are down from August of 2022. Offers are coming in at 98.1% of list compared to 98.8% last year. Not a big difference, right? August 2022, we had only 2.1 months of inventory and this August we had 2.4 months of inventory of resale homes in Collin County.…

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Looking for a charming and family-friendly neighborhood in McKinney? Look no further than Fountainview! This neighborhood is located just minutes from downtown McKinney and offers a variety of amenities, including

  • Beautiful homes: Fountainview is home to a variety of beautiful homes, from traditional to modern styles
  • Excellent schools: Fountainview is served by some of the best schools in the area, including McKinney ISD
  • Proximity to downtown McKinney: Fountainview is just minutes from downtown McKinney, where you can find shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
  • Abundant green space: Fountainview is home to several parks and green spaces, perfect for enjoying the outdoors

If you're looking for a great place to raise a family,…

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Is the residential real estate profession the right one for you? The statistics say this profession has the highest turnover than any other profession. Other stats say that only 20% of realtors do 80% of the business. The cost can be high to be a realtor since it is commissioned based and realtors only keep part of the commission that they earn. Why you may ask? Realtors have to pay their Broker’s based on a percentage basis or by other means, there are real estate fees, marketing fees, office rent if you have one, equipment if you are on your own or possibly paying the Broker for those types of things and if you are going to be good you have to be continually looking for new business by lots of methods which takes time, knowledge and money. At this point…

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Those who think they can time the market are playing a “fools’ game”. Did I just say that! Why would consumers think they can predict the economy? Is it the right time to buy the right piece of property, yes, or no? The answer is always “yes.” Timing is a fool’s game. You should always be looking to buy the right piece of real estate. By studying history of the market, it allows you to be informed about the current conditions compared to history and that is very important.

Let’s just look at some information from a recent chart that Gary Keller shared at the Mega Camp of Keller Williams Realty. The chart was for the period of 1990 to 2023. In 2006 the median price of a home reached $222,000 which was 21% above the then-trend line. Meanwhile in 2023…

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Searching for a home to purchase can be fun or it can be tiring and stressful based on what we have heard from those trying to purchase a home. During the Covid period we saw a lot of frustration with people trying to find a home and then having to compete with multiple offers and losing their bid to someone who went way over list price. What are we experiencing in today’s market?

The DeBerry Team of KW works with lots of buyers during the year and therefore we get a lot of input. This year so far, we have seen more inventory coming on but still way below what is necessary to keep prices in check. Therefore, those in certain price ranges seem to be having a more difficult time finding the home they desire than those in higher price ranges. Why? Because…

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In July, The DeBerry Team has been busy helping home buyers find pre-owned homes as well as new construction homes. July for us was very active in both putting resale homes on the market and helping buyers find the homes they desire. You may ask, what was July like for resale homes in Collin County?

Let’s first understand some of the dynamics in the market at this time. Inventory of resale homes are lower and prices are higher overall with increased interest rates. These things together put a damper on sales for resale homes. Sometimes even negative local news is a factor in both buying and selling decisions. To get the real scoop on the real estate market in your area, speak with a Realtor. Sellers’ may say it is good time to sell due to fewer homes…

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