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Featured · Texas Market · May 12, 2026
Why a 14-day close changes the offer game in Austin
In a competitive Austin market, a fast close is a real negotiating lever. Here is how to use it without rushing the wrong things.
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Self-Employed · April 28, 2026
Self-employed and trying to buy a home? Read this first.
Bank-statement loans, K-1 borrowers, and the small but important moves that make a self-employed file approvable.
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Market Updates · April 9, 2026
Rent vs own in 2026: the math has shifted again
Rents kept climbing. Appreciation cooled. Rates held. Here is what the breakeven really looks like in Texas this year.