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Collin County Housing Market Sees Increase in Homes Under Contract, Decrease in New Listings and Median Sales Price
Collin County Housing Market Sees Increase in Homes Under Contract, Decrease in New Listings and Median Sales Price The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that the housing market throughout the county showed promising signs in April 2023, with an increase in homes under contract and a rise in homes for sale. However, according…
Read MoreMajority of Agents, Brokers Find Value in Promoting Energy Efficiency in Listings, According to NAR Report
Majority of Agents, Brokers Find Value in Promoting Energy Efficiency in Listings, According to NAR Report A majority (63%) of agents and brokers said promoting energy efficiency in listings is very or somewhat valuable, according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors®. The 2023 REALTORS® and Sustainability Report – Residential examines sustainability…
Read MoreJennifer Parker Elected 2024 President-Elect, Kyle Paris Elected 2024 Secretary/Treasurer, 2023-2025 Directors Elected
Jennifer Parker Elected 2024 President-Elect, Kyle Paris Elected 2024 Secretary/Treasurer, 2023-2025 Directors Elected At its April 27, 2023 meeting, the CCAR Board of Directors elected Jennifer Parker to serve as 2024 President-Elect and Kyle Paris to serve as 2024 Secretary/Treasurer. In addition, the following individuals were elected to serve as 2024-2026 Directors: Mike Mansfield, Audrey…
Read MoreNational Association of REALTORS® Announces Partnership With RESAAS
National Association of REALTORS® Announces Partnership With RESAAS The National Association of Realtors® today announced RESAAS as a new partner in NAR’s REALTOR Benefits® program. RESAAS is an online platform enabling Realtors® specializing in residential real estate to share and win new referral business, showcase their listings and gain insights into market data through real-time…
Read MoreMiddle-Income Homeowners in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Gained More Than $167,560 in Wealth Over the Past Decade from Home Appreciation
Middle-Income Homeowners in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Gained More Than $167,560 in Wealth Over the Past Decade from Home Appreciation New data from the National Association of Realtors® reveal middle-income homeowners in Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX accumulated $167,560 in wealth as their homes appreciated over the last 10 years. The data, which was featured prominently in NAR’s new…
Read MoreFee & Pricing Changes to Help First-Time Home Buyers
Fee & Pricing Changes to Help First-Time Home Buyers Ronnie Rushing of Echo Home Loans and CCAR REALTOR® and Lender Committee Member shares two exciting changes to fee and pricing changes designed to help first-time home buyers with affordability. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for Your Property Taxes
How to Prepare for Your Property Taxes Join hosts Jonna and Shana as they welcome Jennifer Parker, a licensed Property Tax Consultant since 2001, and a licensed REALTOR® since 1995, to discuss your upcoming property taxes. Collin County homeowners will receive their 2023 property valuations as early as mid-April. They can expect a 6 to…
Read MoreTexas Mortgage Market Optimistic as Home-Purchase Originations Rebound
Texas Mortgage Market Optimistic as Home-Purchase Originations Rebound Mortgage-interest rates dipped lower in March, leading to increased business activity and an improved outlook across Texas’ residential mortgage market, according to the latest Texas Residential Mortgage Survey (TRMS). The volume and average value of home-purchase originations continued to rebound from last year’s contraction, and additional growth…
Read MoreThe City of Plano Great Update Rebate Program
The City of Plano Great Update Rebate Program The Great Update Rebate was created to assist Plano homeowners with the financial burden of caring for older homes. This popular program won the 2016 City Livability Award from the United States Conference of Mayors. More than $2.5 million has been dedicated since its inception in 2014,…
Read MoreHelp Your Clients Navigate Property Taxes
Help Your Clients Navigate Property Taxes REALTOR® & Lender Committee Member Vaughn Kerkorian has some helpful information for CCAR members & their clients regarding the upcoming 2023 Property Tax notices. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market Trends North DFW Real Producers Magazine Professional Development Spotlight Uncategorized Archives Archives Select Month…
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