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NAR warns agents of growing ‘Pig Butchering’ cryptocurrency scam
Scammers posing as wealthy homebuyers are roping agents into elaborate crypto investing schemes, resulting in some agents losing their life savings and drawing Secret Service scrutiny. Bigger. Better. Bolder. Inman Connect is heading to San Diego. Join thousands of real estate pros, connect with the Inman Community and gain insights from hundreds of leading minds shaping the industry. If you’re...
Record $700B worth of listings on market, but sales are sluggish
U.S. home inventory hit a record $698 billion in April, a 20.3 percent increase from the previous year. However, sales aren’t keeping pace, a new...
Your circle prospecting plan is outdated. Here’s how to fix it
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Inside a $2.2M Mediterranean Luxury Home in McKinney, TX | Golf Course Views & Designer Finishes
4 views May 23, 2025 #TexasRealEstate #McKinneyRealEstate #LuxuryHomesTexas
Step into luxury at 5309 Settlement Way in McKinney, Texas — a Mediterranean-inspired estate in the heart of Craig Ranch.
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Two gourmet kitchens with Monogram & Café appliances
A spa-style primary suite with a 4-person sauna and steam shower
A soaring 20-ft tiled fireplace in the great room
A game room, theater room, and stunning golf course views
Indoor/outdoor living with a fully equipped summer kitchen
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How Title Companies Help Protect Your Purchase
Title companies play a key role in Texas home purchases by researching ownership, resolving liens, coordinating escrow, and managing the closing process. Learn how title insurance protects buyers from hidden ownership issues, and what to watch for in a title commitment.
NAR warns agents of growing ‘Pig Butchering’ cryptocurrency scam
Scammers posing as wealthy homebuyers are roping agents into elaborate crypto investing schemes, resulting in some agents losing their life savings...
Solid Earth lands on BeachesMLS partnership
BeachesMLS has hired software company Solid Earth to provide an enhanced, agent-facing interface to its front-end productivity experience. Bigger....
Off the Cuff, On The Road – Fed to Lower Rates?
It’s very possible the Federal Reserve might be backed into a metaphorical corner with their policies. If Demand for treasuries globally drops, will the Fed be forced to drop rates?
I have been running a real estate brokerage in Texas since 2012, seen the markets go up and down, our industry is pretty sensitive to these rates, and and such we have to pay close attention to these market movements.
Why People Are Moving to Austin
Thinking about moving to Austin Texas? Explore the top reasons to relocate, from the Austin job market and tech growth to lifestyle, culture, and housing options. Learn about cost of living in Austin, suburbs for families, and key Austin housing market trends.
Need support as a solo agent? Here’s how to get it
No team? No problem! You don’t have to go it alone when you align yourself with colleagues and strategies that optimize your service, coach Verl...
NAR president: DOJ thinks Realtors ‘make too much money’
At NAR’s midyear conference, Kevin Sears told brokers he was “cautiously optimistic” about improving the trade group’s relationship with the...
5 Things to Know About Living in a MUD (Municipal Utility District)
Considering a home in a Texas MUD? Learn what a municipal utility district does, how MUD taxes impact Texas property taxes, and what services you’ll receive. This guide breaks down costs, disclosures, and smart questions to ask before you buy.
First-time homebuyer programs in Austin
Explore first-time homebuyer programs in Austin, including AHFC options, TSAHC and TDHCA assistance, FHA loans, and key tax incentives. Learn eligibility requirements, practical application tips, and where to apply for down payment and closing cost help across Central Texas.