As a child, I would eagerly await the 4th of July parade, as do most children in Seguin. My father always took us to the Texaco gas station at 501 N Austin Street to sit and watch the colors and music float by. Over the years, that building has become a special place for me. I’ve taken my children there to watch the parade and now my grandchildren. Going there every year has preserved a...
If you're unsure about the market right now, you're not alone. It's hard to know what's happening while the housing market emits so many mixed signals. As supply begins to mirror pre-pandemic levels, we need to recognize that it's the result of rising interest rates. Is our market at a stalemate? Are sellers choosing to sit tight with their locked-in low interest while buyers stand by to 'wait and...
Whether you're feverishly cleaning to prepare for family and friends this holiday season or giving your home its annual deep clean, it's time to take a break and separate fact from fiction to age-old cleaning myths. Some of these myths may have been true when cleaning supplies were less advanced than today, but they may be doing more harm than good. Here's the dirt on common cleaning...
If you've been dreaming of remodeling your kitchen or making over your backyard for years, it may be time to finally do it! Just be sure that the changes you make will increase the value of your home once you go to sell. Here is a list of home improvements that pay off. Fresh Paint The expense of painting interior walls is less than any other home upgrade. If you hire a professional to...
Getting multiple offers on your home can be exciting, and there's a good chance you'll get more than one offer if you list your house in today’s market. There are more factors to consider with multiple offers than the money being offered. It is essential to pay attention to all parts of each offer. Things to be aware of include contingencies, the ability to pay close, and how much money the buyer puts...