If you’re putting down less than 20% on a home, depending on your loan program you may need mortgage insurance; a policy that protects the lender in the event you
The Importance of Working with the Right Lender in the Heat of Summer Home Buying
While the red-hot Dallas-Fort Worth housing market is showing signs of cooling, prospective homebuyers in the DFW area still face significant competition this summer, as supply remains low. The area’s
The Pros and Cons of Buying vs Building
Buy or build? That is the question many folks have when considering the possibilities for their new dream homes. So what factors should you consider when weighing this decision? Let’s
What’s Better for My Situation? Buying or Renting?
Home prices are rising. Rents are rising. Housing simply costs more these days, no matter how you pay. So what’s best for you? Let’s consider some pros and cons.
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New Implementations from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Aim to Make Home Buying Easier
Mortgage powerhouses Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have recently announced some sweeping new initiatives aimed at addressing racial disparity in homeownership. It’s a serious and quantifiable issue; according to data
The Importance of Partnering with a Reputable Mortgage Lender
Choosing the right lender is no small decision; this is a relationship that could last decades. Making it important that you partner with a reputable lender like The Decker Group.
Can’t Find Your Dream Home on the Market? Maybe it’s Time to Build
Lots of people looking for a new home face a fork in the road: the choice between buying or building. While buying an existing home is the most commonly taken
Dallas Ranked Top Most Active Real Estate Market in the Last Decade
Dallas ranks first in the nation for the most activity in all sectors of real estate combined over the past decade. From single family, multifamily, self-storage, office, retail, and industrial
8 Tips for Building a Home in a Warm Climate
With a humid subtropical climate, summers are hot and muggy here in DFW, which means an increase in energy consumption and electric bills. But, if you are building a new
Dallas’ Luxury Market Heats Up Going into Spring
DFW’s luxury market saw a significant surge in 2021 with the sale of ten homes at $10-plus million each. That’s nearly a 67 percent increase from 2020 according to