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First Time Home Buyers - Own a Brand New Home for $1753 a Month

Hello again and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition! If you are thinking of, or just about ready to purchase your first home, we can help you to get the keys. If your ... read more

April 17, 2026

Home Loans for Self-Employed in Texas

Jessica Musto Lead of The Musto Group
REALM Real Estate Professionals - North Houston

Home loans for self-employed in Texas require structure, documentation, and strategyespecially in the Houston buyer's market 2026. If you write your own paycheck, you already know getting approved is not as simple as showing your ... read more

April 17, 2026

First Time Home Buyers Mortgage Rates for Thursday April 16, 2026, in a Minute

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

Hello and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition. For today, Thursday, April 16, 2026, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 6.38% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is 6.35% 30- year ... read more

April 16, 2026

Buying a House With Student Loans

Jessica Musto Lead of The Musto Group
REALM Real Estate Professionals - North Houston

If your student loan balance makes you think homeownership is off the table, pause. Buying a house with student loans in 2026 is common. The key is structure. We are in a Houston buyer’s market ... read more

April 15, 2026

How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage in Pearland

April Bradshaw
Keller Williams Preferred

How to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage in Pearland, TX (A Guide for Relocating Home Buyers) By the April Bradshaw Team Your Pearland Real Estate Experts So you have decided to make the move to ... read more

April 15, 2026

How House Hacking Works in Today's Market (Real Numbers -- Houston, TX)

Dimma Wright
MOD Realty, LLC

Imagine this: you buy a home in Houston for around $340,000—which is close to today’s median price. Your monthly payment lands somewhere around $2,300–$2,600 depending on your rate and taxes. Now here’s where it gets interesting… ... read more

April 15, 2026

Texas Veterans--Have You Heard of VLB Loans?

Kimberly Berger
JLA Realty

If you’ve served in the military and are looking to purchase land in Texas, a Veterans Land Board (VLB) loan could be an incredible opportunity! Who qualifies? You may be eligible if you are: • ... read more

April 14, 2026

Subsidized Mortgage Rate Loans for Houston First Time Home Buyers

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

A very good Monday morning to you and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition, where we provide useful information to help Houston first time home buyers make the most informed decision when it ... read more

April 14, 2026

Understanding Your Home Loan Options: FHA, Conventional, VA and More

Shereen Murphy
Longevity Real Estate

Buying a home is exciting, but let's be honest, the loan process can feel overwhelming if you do not know your options. The good news is there are several loan programs designed to fit different ... read more

April 13, 2026

First Time Home Buyers Mortgage Rates for Monday April 13, 2026, in a Minute

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

Hello and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition. For today, Monday, April 13, 2026, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 6.41% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is 6.25% 30- ... read more

April 13, 2026

First Time Home Buyers Mortgage Rates for Sunday April 12, 2026, in a Minute

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

Hello and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition. For today, Sunday, April 12, 2026, the national average: 30-year fixed mortgage rate trends is 6.41% 30-year fixed FHA loan rate is 6.25% 30- ... read more

April 12, 2026

Mortgage Calculator for Katy, TX Buyers: Estimate Your Monthly Payment Before You Buy

Richard Luebeck
Red Lion Realty

One of the most common mistakes buyers make is focusing only on purchase price instead of monthly payment. When buying a home in Katy, TX, your true monthly cost may include more than just principal ... read more

April 9, 2026

10 Things to Know About Houston First Time Home Buyers Forgivable, No Interest $50,000 Down Payment Assistance

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

A very good morning to you and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition, where we provide useful information to help Houston first time home buyers make the most informed decision when it comes ... read more

April 9, 2026

How Texas Homestead Exemptions Can Save You Thousands (2026 Guide for Homeowners)

Aubrie Layne
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

How Texas Homestead Exemptions Can Save You Thousands (2026 Guide for Homeowners) By Aubrie Layne, Martha Turner Sotheby’s Income taxes and property taxes can quietly eat away at your wealth—especially here in Texas, where property ... read more

April 8, 2026

$125,000 Forgivable First Time Home Buyer Assistance Program - 13 Things to Know

Diana Walton
Astor & Eaton Realty

A very good Wednesday morning to you and welcome to Houston First Time Home Buyers Edition, where we provide useful information to help Houston first time home buyers make the most informed decision when it ... read more

April 8, 2026

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