Dallas Area Residential Real Estate Report

Friday, November 18, 2016

How To Know If You're Ready To List Your Home

When the idea to list their home starts to become serious, many people find that the decision is much harder than they anticipated.

Friends of the Bath House Cultural Center presents Art Mart 2016

Photo by Enrique Cervantes-Fernandez

The 2016 Art Mart and Silent Auction is a great place to get an early start on your holidays shopping while supporting local artists and the programs at the Bath House Cultural Center.

5 Things You Shouldn't Tell Your Mortgage Broker

Here are five things to avoid when meeting with your mortgage broker to help streamline getting a mortgage.

What To Look For When Buying a Smart Home

By shopping wisely, you can find a smart home that suits the tastes and preferences of your family without spending a fortune.

Help, My Contractor Disappeared -- Now What?

So what's a homeowner to do when a contractor pulls a disappearing act before the work is finished?

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Best Neighborhoods: No. 3 East Plano is full of character

With an eclectic mix of housing, unique shops and restaurants and historic elements, East Plano is full of character and charm.

Arlington, TX | Insane Inflatable 5K

If you're looking for a fun and unique way to make an entrance into the world of running, I would highly recommend the Insane Inflatable 5K

When a Litte Bit Goes a Long Way: 10 Tiny Details that Really Up Your Organization

(Image credit: Marie-Lyne Quirion)

When it comes to housekeeping, a little effort can truly go a long way.

These Freddie Mac mortgages won't need an appraiser

I'm not sure this is a good idea!

Plano Texas Residential Sales Report for October

Single-Family:
Well, as in other areas, sales were off in October. In Plano they were down 13%. The average sales price continued to rise up 5% while the median sales price took a jump of 12%. There were 4 sales of $1,000,000 plus properties in October and that effected the median price. Pending sales dropped 19% so November sales will probably be down. The number of new listings fell 21% but the active listings rose 11%. The months of inventory is now at 1.8 months. 6 months is considered a balanced supply.

Sales: 264
Average Sales Price: $363,661
Median Sales Price: $322,950
Pending Sales: 267
New Listings: 284
Active Listings: 514
Months of Inventory: 1.8

Information provided by The Real Estate Center at Texas A&M

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

8 Outdoor Projects You Can (and Should) Do Over Fall and Winter

There are a number of outdoor projects that can still be carried out when the mercury drops. In fact, fall and winter can be an ideal time to tackle some of these critical items on your to-do list.