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First Time Homebuyer Assistance Texas: What to Know

Buying your first home in Texas can feel like a maze of paperwork, numbers, and deadlines. Luckily, the state offers several assistance programs that can shave thousands off your costs. Below you’ll find what the main programs cover, who qualifies, and how to compare them without ending up with the

Travis County Property Tax Rate: 2026 Guide

Travis County property taxes took a sharp turn this year. Commissioners approved a rate increase of more than 9%, putting the county rate just under 38 cents per $100 of value. I’ll explain what that means for your bill, why the flood declaration changed the voting rules, and what you can do about y

Best Home Warranty Texas Options for Homeowners

A home warranty can soften the cost of a failed air conditioner, refrigerator, or plumbing system, but the contract decides what you actually receive. I’ve seen homeowners focus on the monthly fee and miss the service fee, payout cap, or repair rules. Here are 10 named options, followed by the check

Mortgage Rates: 2026 Options

Austin mortgage rates can change before you finish your morning coffee. But the bigger issue is often the quote itself: what loan type, fees, points, and down payment does it include? I’m Robbie English, REALTOR, Broker at Uncommon Realty. Here are ten financing paths and provider types to compare,