Lone Star Homes

National News: Pending Home Sales Ascended 3.4% in March Pending home sales in March climbed 3.4%, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. The Northeast, South and West posted monthly gains in transactions while the Midwest recorded a loss. Year-over-year, the Northeast and South registered decreases but the Midwest and West improved. The Pending Home Sales…

National News: Existing Home Sells Descended 4.3% in March Existing-home sales slipped in March, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales slid in the Midwest, South and West, but rose in the Northeast for the first time since November 2023. Year-over-year, sales decreased in all regions. Total existing-home sales1 –…

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…

The Train Has Left the Station: CCAR Leadership Discuss NAR’s Proposed Settlement Listen as CCAR President Jamuna Thill,  President-Elect Jennifer Parker, Secretary/Treasurer Kyle Paris, and Immediate Past President Shana Acquisto discuss NAR’s proposed settlement. Listeners will hear from CCAR Executive Committee members as they share their thoughts on how this will affect the real estate…

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…

The Road to Homeownership: Collin County Area REALTORS® Share Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Professional CCAR recently partnered with Community Impact Newspaper’s Storytelling campaign to share important news about us and our local community. Here’s a link to our sponsored article featured in the McKinney newsletter. In this recent article, Jamuna Thill, Collin County Area…