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RE: Thinking about buying a home in Texas in 2026. Which cities are actually worth considering?
Definitely agree with this - those older neighborhoods with big trees can be a hidden win. I’ve seen buyers overlook these spots just because they’re not “hot” right now, but the long-term value is often better. Also, s...
RE: Getting a letter about property being sold - what now?
I get the idea behind driving by, but honestly, that only works if you’re pretty local. I’ve had properties an hour away and it’s just not practical to check in that often. Instead, I sometimes ask a neighbor to keep an ...
RE: Waiting forever on my refinance loan approval - is this normal?
- Totally normal, unfortunately. I’ve had refis drag on for weeks over the tiniest missing doc or someone being out on vacation. - The checklist idea is gold - saves so much back-and-forth. - Even after years in this...
RE: Does having a top-notch credit score really make home buying easier?
Title: Credit Score Is Just the Cover Charge - Couldn’t agree more with this. I’ve watched buyers with 800+ scores get tripped up by “unusual” transfers or a single Venmo from a friend. - The underwriters seem to wa...
RE: Can You Buy a Home with a 580 Credit Score?
- Here’s the thing - waiting for a better credit score isn’t always the smartest play, even if it feels safer. - Seen plenty of buyers jump in with a 580, get the house, then refinance down the road once their score im...