Dallas, Texas, is a thriving city with many opportunities and attractions. The city has a lot to offer in terms of employment, entertainment, and lifestyle, but like any other city, it has its fair share of advantages and disadvantages. 

One of the significant advantages of living in Dallas is its strong economy. The city has a booming job market, with a low unemployment rate and a diverse range of industries. The city is home to several Fortune 500 companies, such as AT&T and ExxonMobil, which provide employment opportunities for many residents. This economic stability means that residents can expect a higher standard of living, including affordable housing options and a range of amenities.

Another advantage of living in Dallas is the city's…

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Every country has its law when it comes to real estate. The Texas real estate law also has some rules and regulations regarding real estate, governed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). When it comes to property dealing, obvs, everyone gets greedy. The sellers want to buy good properties to potential buyers, and as a buyer, everyone wants to save up their money. In between the lines comes a lot of paperwork and other legal processors and background checks. So keep reading the article further to gain further knowledge about the topic.

What Is Real Estate Law In Texas?

You might be thinking about what kind of law one must follow and what is so important just to lease or buy a house. Real estate law includes house or property protection from…

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Your dream house will probably be your largest investment. Thus, checking out how much you can practically shell out for the house is the very first step taken when buying a house. The good thing, though, is that figuring out a resourceful home budget is quite simple and not exhausting.

To determine the amount of money you can spend for a house, several items such as your income, debts, and the available amount you have allocated for the down payment are to be considered. For someone who is planning to buy a house, you must have a good understanding of the payments of the monthly mortgage.

Although the monthly income, as well as your monthly debts, are likely to remain fix, unanticipated expenses can essentially affect the savings you have…

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For several years, you have dreamed of buying a house. You probably have pictured that dainty front yard and a nice landscape. Despite being introduced to a lot of amazing homes, it seems that you still have not yet found the right one – one that fits your needs and preferences.

You may have also wondered what to look for when buying a house. The thing is, what is important when buying a house could be tough to determine. This is because there are many variables involved. This includes the actual price, location, age of the house, condition, size, layout, nearby school districts and several others. When facing trade-offs, how can you make a wise decision?

Identify Your Needs

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First and foremost, it is very important to identify your needs…

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After you and your real estate broker have compiled a list of several properties that meet your basic needs, you will want to gather more information about the landlords and buildings you are considering for your office or retail shop location. You will, of course, want to physically tour the premises after having obtained background information and history of the landlord.

Speaking in person to other tenants on the property is an important part of the screening process to determine satisfaction with the landlord’s performance regarding the following issues:

Is the landlord responsive to tenant concerns?
Are repairs to the premises done in a timely manner?
Is the building or shopping center well maintained?
Is the landlord accessible when needed?
Do…

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You're about to move to Seattle because you've just heard about all the niceties that go along with living there. Whether it's going to be just across the state or if you're from across the country, all that excitement might be clouding your thinking processes. Moving day is drawing near, and you might still have no idea where to start.

What's the weather like?

Is it expensive to live in Seattle?

What are great places to eat and where should I visit first?

Can I get by with just my bike or do I have to own a car to go from place-to-place?

These are the questions (and more) that might be going through your mind right about now. But before panic seeps down into your very core, you need to close your eyes, breathe deeply, and calm down first.…

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A house is probably one of the biggest investment the average Texan will ever make. To make such an investment a reality, the state of Texas offers its citizens a simple way to save money on their property taxes through a homestead exemption. Eligible Texas homeowners can reduce the taxes owed on their property by a certain percentage, by filing a homestead exemption. If you wish to know how to go about it, the guide below will help you learn more about Texas Homestead Exemptions.

What is a Homestead Exemption?

A homestead exemption removes a part of the value of your house from taxation and lowers the amount of your property taxes. To qualify you must fulfill the following:

· Be the owner

· Must be your primary residence in January when…

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This a little heavier topic than most real-estate-centered blog posts, but in light of recent events it’s a conversation that needs to be had. If you’ve been paying attention to current events lately, you have probably heard of Beverly Carter’s tragic fate at the hand of Aaron Lewis. We all mourn the loss of a valued member of the real estate profession, while coming to the startling realization that this could have been any one of a number of agents. This wasn’t the first time an agent was fatally attacked – in 2011 agent Ashley Okland suffered a similar fate.

This brings to light so many questions and concerns for safety for real estate agents, particularly females, but it also raises questions for how possible changes in real estate operations…

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…Man’s best friend that is. When searching for a home it’s easy to get wrapped up in beautiful hardwood floors, floor to ceiling window panes, glass French doors leading to a backyard full of exquisite landscaping, and sweeping staircases in the foyer. But if you’re a pet owner, there are several considerations you should make before signing closing papers.

1. Floors

Does your puppy have trouble house-training? Do you have an indoor-outdoor dog who likes to scamper through your house with muddy paws, or a cat with claws who loves kneading soft surfaces?  Carpet may not be for you. Do you frequently forget to take your puppy to the groomer, and therefore let their nails get a little long? Hardwood or laminate flooring might not be your…

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Buying the right home for you takes more than knowing your price range and what area you’d like to live in. It also takes the right agent to help you find a place to make you happy.

Your best bet is to work with a VIP Realty agent. VIP agents have vast expertise in markets, market conditions, trends, and more. Our agents know that more homes are available than are actively advertised. When you work with a VIP agent and tell us what you’re looking for, and where you want to call home, we can help you find homes that are available, but not listed on public sites. This gives you the advantage of access to a deeply knowledgeable resource and improves your odds of getting the home you want most, without worrying about too much competition.

Our agents are…

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