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…

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…

Sapphire Bay in Rowlett: Progress, Tension, and What It Means for the Community

Sapphire Bay has faced real delays and a formal default notice from the city — but the marina, restaurant, and hotel are moving forward. Here's…

Sunsets Over the Lake, Without the Yard Work: Modern Lock-and-Leave Living in Rowlett’s Sapphire Bay

A modern, low-maintenance 2022 home in Rowlett's Sapphire Bay puts Lake Ray Hubbard, shoreline trails, and the marina within walking distance — with no yard…

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…

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…

Reimagined in Rowlett’s Waterview: A Custom Kitchen, Single-Level Bedrooms, and Amenities at Your Doorstep

A reimagined Waterview home in Rowlett pairs a custom kitchen and single-level bedrooms with a gameroom, private backyard, and resort-style amenities a half-mile away.

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,…