Who can terminate a real estate contract?

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The termination option paragraph of the Texas purchase contract provides the Buyer, and only the Buyer, with an opportunity to create an “option period,” during which the Buyer has the unrestricted right to terminate the contract.   When such an option is purchased, the following must apply: Monetary consideration must be paid to the … [Read more...]

The Art of Staging: 7 Easy Tips

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When getting ready to sell, it's extremely important to take a fresh look at your home through the eyes of perspective buyers.  The way you organize and decorate your home may be perfect for you to live in, but buyers need to step into your space and immediately imagine themselves.  The process of neutralizing and rearranging a home to appeal to … [Read more...]

What are my closing costs if I am the Seller?

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Every market has closing costs associated with each side of a real estate transaction that are customary to either the buyer or seller in that local market.  If you are considering selling your home in Texas, you may need to plan that the following costs are customarily paid by a home seller: Broker’s marketing fee – This fee is usually … [Read more...]

Ready to Sell?

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Spring is in the air….well, at least for us in the real estate world. This is the time of year when the phone calls and follow-up appointments with soon-to-be sellers occur. The most frequently asked question is: “What do I need to do to get my home ready for the market?” Here is my advice: De-clutter. The process of minimizing the … [Read more...]

Three Things You Should Know Before Meeting Your Agent

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I recently received a call from a writer at the Houston Chronicle, asking me to answer a real estate-related question for an upcoming column. I believe some things are just meant to be, and after she revealed the question to me, I knew that question was meant to be mine. So, I am sharing it this week as part of my blog. I hope you find it … [Read more...]