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Affordability Conundrum Continues for Collin County
Affordability Conundrum Continues for Collin County The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home sales continued to outpace new listings in September, reducing housing affordability across the county. Collin County had 53.5% more homes under contract in September 2020 compared to the same time last year, and 5.1% fewer new listings (1,647 vs.…
Read MoreYou Have Skin in the Political Game
You Have Skin in the Political Game Originally Published in the October 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine It may not rev your engine to talk about politics, much less trade associations or political action committees, but what about the down payment options available to first time home buyers or the ability…
Read MoreYour August 2020 Real Estate Rundown
Your August 2020 Real Estate Rundown The Collin County housing stats for August 2020 are in, click below to see the most current data. 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 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025…
Read MoreTexas Condominium and Townhome Sales Decline, Median Price Increases from 2019 to 2020
Texas Condominium and Townhome Sales Decline, Median Price Increases from 2019 to 2020 Texas condominium and townhome sales from July 2019 to June 2020 declined compared to the same period the previous year, according to the Texas Condominium Sales Report released today by Texas REALTORS®. The number of condominiums sold decreased 9.8% to 11,875 sales, while townhome…
Read MoreThank You, REALTORS®
Originally Published in the September 2020 Edition of North DFW Real Producers Magazine Dear Realtors, I know you make money when you sale a property, but when I ask you what you love most about your job, you’re not likely to cite pay first. You help your clients achieve part of the American dream. Whether helping a…
Read MoreCollin CARES COVID Economic Recovery Business Grant Program
On Aug. 24, 2020, The Commissioners Court approved the Collin CARES Small Business Grant Program, setting aside $15 million of CARES Act funds for businesses physically operating within Collin County, exclusive of the City of Dallas. Up to a $25,000 grant per business will be awarded for eligible businesses that experienced a gross revenue loss…
Read MoreWho Wants to Talk Budget?
Who Wants to Talk Budget? Are you are an expense and revenue person? Do you love a good budget? We have just the thing for you! Apply before June 1, 2021 to serve on the CCAR Budget and Finance Committee. An opening has become available for a term beginning now through Dec. 31, 2022. The…
Read MoreYour July 2020 Real Estate Rundown
The Collin County housing stats for July 2020 are in, click below to see the most current data.
Read MoreThe Law of Supply and Demand Prevails in July 2020
The Collin County Association of Realtors (CCAR) reports that home prices began to react to increased demand as record low interest rates motivated Collin County buyers. In July, Collin County had virtually the same number of new listings as July 2019 (2,211 vs. 2,216) and 40.2% more homes under contract. A combination that continued to…
Read MoreTexas Homeownership Rate Sets Record
More Texas households own a home than ever. According to the latest Texas Housing Insight report from the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University, the state’s homeownership rate hit a record 67.5 percent in June. “Despite falling sales in April and May, Texas’ second quarter homeownership rate was the highest since record-keeping began in…
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