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Should You Sign a Buyers Representation Agreement

Should You Sign a Buyers Representation Agreement With the new MLS Rules, all agents must have a Buyer Representation Agreement before showing a client any home ( If agent shows a home without an agreement, they may be fined $500.00 and possibly lose their license ) , with a couple of exceptions.
How To Apply for Homestead In Harris County

Claiming Texas Homestead is important and will save you money. If you bought a Texas home in 2021, now is the time to file for you Texas Homestead Exemption.  A quick estimate would be approximately 15-16% of you total Tax Bill. If your taxes are 8,500, Homestead saving would be approx. 1,360 annu
North Harris County Water Bills are Increasing

NHCRWA , Who and What is it that they do. North Harris County Regional Water Authority is a government agency created by the Texas legislature to assist in converting the region to be part of the Groundwater Reduction Plan (GRP). To do this, the NHCRWA is responsible for constructing and operate a
Homestead Exemption Overview

Homestead Tax Exemptions Homestead is the most common property tax exemption for  Homeowners. Good news, starting in 2024, Texas Residents are eligible for a standard $100,000 Homestead exemption from public school districts. This is up from $40,000 previously.  ( a $500,000 home - $100,000 = $400,
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