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How Much Earnest Money Is Enough When Buying A Home

Buying a home in Austin can feel exciting, fast paced, and a little intimidating all at once. One question I hear from buyers all the time is simple but important: how much earnest money is enough when buying a home? If you are new to the process or even if you have purchased property before, unders

When Is Earnest Money And Option Money Due

Buying a home in Texas comes with a few unique rules that often surprise buyers who are new to the process. One of the most common questions I hear from clients across Austin is simple but extremely important: when is earnest money and option money due? The answer matters more than most people reali

8 Financial Benefits Of Homeownership For First-time Buyers

Buying your first home is about more than choosing a neighborhood, picking a floor plan, or finally having a place where you can paint the walls any color you please. It can also be one of the most important financial decisions you make. Now, I am not going to sit here on the front porch and tell y’

What Are Seller Concessions And Can They Help You Save

Seller concessions are amounts a seller agrees to contribute toward a buyer's closing costs, and real, specific caps apply based on your loan type: conventional loans cap concessions at 3% to 9% of the sales price depending on your down payment, FHA caps them at 6%, and VA loans cap them at 4% for c