Title Insurance in Texas: What Buyers Pay, What It Covers, and What to Watch For

Texas title insurance splits differently than buyers expect — the seller usually covers the owner's policy, the buyer covers the lender's. Here's what each protects…

Texas Property Survey: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

A property survey tells you what you actually own — and who pays for one in Texas isn't automatic. Here's how the T-47 affidavit works…

New Home Warranty in Texas: The 1-2-10 Plan and What to Do Before Year One Expires

What does a new construction warranty cover in Texas?Most new homes built by production builders in Texas come with a 1-2-10 warranty: one year of…

HOA Resale Certificates in Texas: What Every Buyer Needs to Know

Texas gives buyers 7 days to review an HOA resale certificate before closing — and what's in it can matter more than most buyers expect.…

Builder Rate Buydowns in DFW: How They Work and What to Watch Out For

Rate buydowns can save real money in years one and two — but almost all of them require the builder's preferred lender. Here's how to…

McLendon-Chisholm: Space, Newer Homes, And Quiet Living

McLendon-Chisholm offers lower density, larger lots, and a growing mix of newer construction than most nearby Rockwall County suburbs. Here's what makes it different —…

Seller Concessions in Texas: What DFW Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Nearly half of DFW closings in 2026 include a seller concession. Here's how they work, what loan types allow, and how buyers and sellers should…

Foundation Issues in North Texas: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

Blackland Prairie clay makes foundation movement a fact of life in North Texas. Here's what buyers should inspect for and what sellers are legally required…

Texas Seller’s Disclosure Notice: What’s Changing July 1, 2026

Texas updated the Seller's Disclosure Notice for the first time in years, adding a new water rights form and mandatory insurance disclosure. Here's what changes…

Dallas Metro Area Housing Market Update: May 2026

May 2026 NTREIS data shows the North Texas market splitting by community — from red-hot Sachse and Flower Mound to buyer-leverage markets like Rockwall, Forney,…