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Uncategorized Texas HOA Addendum Explained: What Houston Buyers Need to Know If you’re buying a home in Houston, there’s a good chance an HOA will be part of the conversation. That is especially true if you’re looking in areas like Katy, Bridgeland, Cypress, Sugar Land, The Woodlands or many of Houston’s master-planned communities. You find a home you love. It has the right kitchen. The right […]
Uncategorized The TREC 1-4 Contract Explained: What Houston Home Buyers Need to Know Before Signing When you find the right home, things can move quickly. You view the property. You talk through the offer. Then, before you know it, a contract arrives in your inbox for signature. For many Houston buyers, that contract is the TREC One to Four Family Residential Contract. You may hear it called the TREC 1-4 […]
Uncategorized Houston Homeowners Insurance in 2026: What Buyers Need to Budget For If you’re buying a home in Houston, homeowners insurance needs to be part of the conversation from the beginning. Not at the end. Not when you’re three days from closing. And definitely not after you’ve already fallen in love with the house. Insurance is one of the costs that can surprise buyers the most, especially […]
Uncategorized Texas Seller’s Disclosure Notice: What Houston Sellers Need to Know Before Listing If you’re getting ready to sell your Houston home, there’s one document you should not rush through. The Seller’s Disclosure Notice. It may look like just another form in the listing process, but it is much more important than that. In Texas, most sellers of previously occupied single-family homes need to provide a Seller’s Disclosure […]
Uncategorized Buying a Home in Houston? The Cost That Often Catches Buyers by Surprise When buyers begin a Houston home search, they usually know their down payment figure. They may already have a mortgage pre-approval. They’ve worked out a monthly payment. They know the price range they feel comfortable with. Then we begin talking about cash to close. That’s often when the surprise comes. Because the amount you bring […]
Uncategorized Foundation Inspections in Houston: When Buyers Should Take a Closer Look Do Houston Home Buyers Need a Foundation Inspection? Not every Houston home buyer needs a separate foundation inspection. However, every buyer does need to understand that foundations matter here more than they may in other parts of the country. Houston has clay-heavy soils that can expand when they absorb moisture and shrink during hot, dry […]
Uncategorized New Construction or Resale in Houston: Which Is Right for You in 2026? If you’re buying a home in Houston, you may be weighing up two choices. Do you choose a brand-new home with modern finishes and possible builder incentives? Or do you choose a resale home in an established area, with mature trees and a shorter commute? It’s a question I talk through with buyers all the […]
Uncategorized Why Some Higher-End Homes in Katy Are Taking Longer to Sell — and What That Means for Buyers Every week, I speak with professionals and families who are relocating to Houston and have Katy firmly on their list. Usually, they’ve already done plenty of research. They know Katy offers beautiful master-planned communities, excellent amenities, highly regarded schools and a lifestyle that can be difficult to match at the same price point in many […]
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Uncategorized A Houston Homeowner’s Guide to the Homestead Exemption in 2026 By Shian Munro, Realtor® | May 2026 If you’ve recently bought a home in Houston, Katy, Sugar Land or the surrounding area, there’s one piece of paperwork you shouldn’t overlook: your Texas homestead exemption. This isn’t a protest or an appeal. Instead, it’s an exemption for the home you own and live in as your […]
Uncategorized Texas Option Period Explained: What Houston Home Buyers Need to Know What Is the Texas Option Period and How Does It Work? The Texas option period is a negotiated window in your purchase contract that gives you the unrestricted right to walk away from the deal — for any reason at all — in exchange for a small, non-refundable fee paid directly to the seller. In […]
Uncategorized Weekend Talking Points – ‘Oh My!’ This article was written by Scott Bradley Brixen and provided through ListReports. It is shared here with permission for informational purposes.   Oh my! That April CPI! Inflation surged on higher energy prices, which affect a lot more than just gasoline and jet fuel prices (airline tickets, fertilizer, etc.) So far, the housing market is […]
Uncategorized What do the 2026 FEMA flood map updates mean for Houston home buyers? FEMA released draft flood maps for Harris County in February 2026, expanding the high-risk 100-year floodplain by approximately 50,000 acres — a 33% increase. Over 170,000 Houston-area properties and an estimated $50 billion in real estate could be reclassified as high-risk once the maps are finalised. New mandatory insurance requirements won’t take effect for two […]
Uncategorized Texas Is a Non-Disclosure State: What Houston Home Buyers Need to Know Why can’t you see sold prices on Zillow in Houston, Texas? Texas is one of approximately 12 non-disclosure states in the US, meaning home sale prices are not public record. Platforms like Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com cannot legally display actual sold prices in Texas, which is why you’ll find “N/A” or unreliable Zestimate figures where […]
Uncategorized What Is a MUD Tax in Houston — and How Much Will It Cost You? What is a MUD tax in Houston? A Municipal Utility District (MUD) tax is a special property tax charged on top of regular county and city taxes in many Houston-area suburban communities. MUDs are created to fund water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure in neighborhoods where city services don’t reach. In suburbs like Katy, Cypress, Bridgeland, […]
Uncategorized How to Protest Your Houston Property Taxes Before the May 15 Deadline! How do I protest my property taxes in Houston? Houston homeowners in Harris County have until May 15, 2026 to file a property tax protest — and it’s free, takes under 10 minutes online, and the Appraisal Review Board cannot raise your value at a hearing. File through HCAD’s iFile portal at owners.hcad.org using the account number and iFile […]
Uncategorized 🍁 Easy Fall Safety Tips for Homeowners Fall is here — cooler temps, cozy vibes, and pumpkin everything. But before you get too comfy, it’s a great time to do a quick check-up on your home. A little prep now can save you headaches (and money) later. Here are some simple fall tips to keep your place safe and sound: 1. Clear […]

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