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Selling a House Without a Realtor: Hidden Costs & Risks

By Cayce Ullman | July 1, 2025

When homeowners consider the risks of selling a house without a realtor, they often focus solely on potential commission savings. However, FSBO homes sold for a median of $380,000 in 2024, compared to $435,000 for…

Do You Need a Realtor to Sell a House?

By Cayce Ullman | June 27, 2025

The latest data from the National Association of Realtors shows that 90% of home sellers use agents, but this raises an important question: Do you need a realtor to sell a house? While the majority…

2025 Texas Real Estate Housing Report: Market Trends, Prices, and Forecasts

By Cayce Ullman | June 13, 2025

The Texas real estate landscape continues to evolve as we move through 2025, presenting both opportunities and challenges for buyers, sellers, and investors across the Lone Star State. This comprehensive 2025 Texas Real Estate Housing…

Top For Sale By Owner Service Options for Selling Your Home in 2025

By Cayce Ullman | June 13, 2025

Selling your home on your own used to mean planting a yard sign and hoping for the best. But in 2025, digital tools and real estate tech platforms have transformed the for sale by owner…

A Texas home seller managing offers online, showcasing how to sell a house in Texas without a realtor.

4 Strategies for Selling Your Home Without a Realtor

By Cayce Ullman | April 16, 2025

Texas is a great place for real estate investors and homeowners looking to sell. For one, you’re not required to have a real estate attorney present during a transaction. In fact, homeowners can sell their…

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Home in Texas?

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Home in Texas? An In-Depth Analysis

By Cayce Ullman | April 14, 2025

Thinking about selling your home in Texas? You’re not alone. The Lone Star State’s housing market is shifting, and many homeowners are wondering whether now is the right time to make a move. The latest…

A Texas home with a "For Sale By Owner" sign on a flat-fee MLS listing platform, highlighting how technology is changing FSBO sales.

How For Sale by Owner Is Changing in Texas

By Cayce Ullman | April 11, 2025

For Texas homeowners, selling a house without a real estate agent has never been easier—or more appealing. The traditional For Sale By Owner (FSBO) process has undergone a major transformation, thanks to advancements in technology,…

A Texas homeowner with a "For Sale By Owner" sign in their front yard, preparing for a home sale using an FSBO step-by-step checklist.

7 Simple Steps for Selling Your Home FSBO in Texas

By Cayce Ullman | April 10, 2025

Forgoing the traditional route of hiring a real estate agent when selling your home can feel empowering, if not a little daunting. Learning how to sell a house by owner in Texas, although challenging, can…

How to Sell Your Home Online in 7 Steps

Digital Home Sales: How to Sell Your Home Online in 7 Steps

By Cayce Ullman | April 8, 2025

Selling your home no longer means you have to put up yard signs, organize open houses, or even hire a listing agent. Instead, you can learn how to sell a house online at a fraction…

A real estate investor reviews a house-flipping checklist before listing a renovated property in the local real estate market.

Flipping a House Checklist: Steps to Sell for Maximum Profit

By Cayce Ullman | April 8, 2025

You got a great deal on an investment property. You spent countless hours going back and forth with contractors and subcontractors. You’ve matched and picked out paint, the perfect paint. You’ve pulled teeth to get…

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