Posts by Collin County Association of REALTORS®

Inspections on New Builds: Should I or Should I Not? Written By: Lee Warren, Prospect Inspectors and Member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee Most buyers will employ a home inspector on the purchase of a preowned home, typically while in the option period.  However, many consumers do not get an inspection on the purchase of a…

Don’t let Storm Damage Sink Your DFW Real Estate Deal: Why you Need a Professional Roof Inspection Written By: Samantha Stern, Impression Roofing and CCAR Affiliate Committee Member As REALTORS® and Brokers in the heart of North Texas, we understand the importance of smooth and successful transactions. But what about the hidden threats lurking beneath…

Setting the Stage for Success: The Unseen Advantages of Professional Floorcare, Air Duct Cleaning and Restoration Services Written By: Angie Owens, Carpet Tech and CCAR Affiliate Member In the realm of real estate, understanding and addressing potential issues within a home can significantly impact both its marketability and the well-being of its future occupants.   Water/Flood…

Home Warranty 101 Written By: Soroya LaMastra, First American Home Warranty Area Manager DFW and Member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee.    Prevent Buyer’s Remorse with a Home Warranty Buying a home can be daunting, especially for first-time buyers. When the sale finally closes, home buyers may feel relieved and a bit anxious. Your clients have…

Why Now is a Golden Opportunity for Homebuyers Written By: Crystal Parkinson, Utopia Mortgage LLC and member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee If your clients are considering buying a home, they may be hesitant due to the current higher interest rates. However, waiting might not be the best course of action. In today’s market, there are…

Double, Double, Toil and Trouble: Be Aware of the Ghouls & Ghosts That May Haunt Your Real Estate Transactions Written By: Natalie Thrasher, Director of Marketing and Business Development with Lawyers Title and CCAR’s Affiliate Committee Member  Our industry is a target for fraudsters trying to make a “quick buck.” Well, it is not actually…

Texas A&M Real Estate Research Center: Texas Residential Mortgage Industry Optimism Wanes Through Rising Rates   Optimism waned in Texas’ residential mortgage industry amid higher interest rates, according to the latest Texas Residential Mortgage Survey (TRMS). General business activity corrected downward after improvements during the first half of the year, and challenges persist heading into…

What is “Non-QM” Lending? Written By: Don Thomas, Sales Manager for Synergy One Lending and Member of CCAR’s Affiliate Committee Non-QM lending, also known as non-qualified mortgage lending, is a type of mortgage lending that does not meet the qualified mortgage (QM) standards set by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This type of lending…

National News: REALTORS® Relief Foundation Announces $1.5 Million Relief Grant for Victims of Maui Wildfires The REALTORS® Relief Foundation announced $1.5 million in disaster relief aid has been made available to Hawaii REALTORS® in support of the REALTORS® Association of Maui after fires recently devastated communities on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Funds will be…