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From Dream to Reality: Simple Steps to Owning Your Own Home
Here's a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the home-buying process:
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Determine your budget: Before you start looking for homes, it's important to determine how much you can afford to spend. This will help you narrow down your search and avoid falling in love with a home that's out of your price range. Consider factors such as your down payment, closing costs, and ongoing mortgage payments.
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Get pre-approved for a mortgage: Once you have a budget in mind, it's a good idea to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This will give you an idea of how much you can borrow and help you make a stronger offer when you find a home you want to buy.
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Find a real estate agent: A good real estate agent can help you find homes that meet your…
Inspecting New Construction: Why It's Important and What to Expect
Buying a newly constructed home can be an exciting experience, but it's important to remember that even new homes can have issues. That's why it's crucial to get an inspection on new construction before finalizing your purchase. In this blog post, we'll discuss why inspections on new construction are necessary, what to expect during an inspection, and some tips for choosing an inspector.
Why are inspections on new construction necessary?
You might think that a new home wouldn't need an inspection since it's brand new and hasn't been lived in yet. However, this is not the case. Just because a home is new doesn't mean it's perfect, and there can be issues that arise during the construction process that may not be immediately apparent to the…
Closing Deals at DLR!
Everyone keeps saying "things are heating up in Texas" - well at Dallas Luxury Realty we mean home sales, not the heat! In one day DLR had 4 home sale closings all in Highland Park totaling $4,695,000!
Highland Park is one of the country's most renowned and exclusive real estate markets. With its own independent school district, police department, fire department and government - it is a unique bubble within the Dallas city limits. The name "Highland Park" came from the slightly higher elevation compared to surrounding areas and the reserved areas, at least 20%, was to be used as parks. Highland Park, and University Park, combined have 4 elementary schools (Bradfield, Hyer, University Park & Armstrong), 1 middle school & 1 high school all which feed…
Drastic Changes for Dated Homes
We all know that painting a home or stepping up the landscaping can make a big change in a home's curb appeal, but what about those homes with unique interior details that look bland and boring from the outside no matter what kind of superficial changes are made? Homes borne of the tract housing eras of the late '40s, the '70s and the '90s each have their own difficulties to contend with. If your budget can be stretched a little further than average, you may want to consider making an impactful change on your new home.
The late '40s and early '50s brought the boxy houses we have come to know as ranchers. Oftentimes, these little homes can appear abrupt and homely because there is nowhere for the eye to transition from the facade to the lawn. Extending…
