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Taxes & Costs

Deadlines, how to file with DCAD, what evidence helps, and what to expect at your hearing.

October 19, 2026

Buying

What a Texas HOA resale certificate includes, how fast the HOA must deliver it, and what to look for before you close.

October 18, 2026

Buying

City of Dallas DHAP, TSAHC, and TDHCA programs can help with down payment and closing costs. Here’s who qualifies and how to start.

October 17, 2026

Taxes & Costs

Many newer DFW neighborhoods have MUD taxes or PID assessments. Here’s what they are and the notices sellers must provide.

October 16, 2026

Selling

Who must provide it, what it covers, which sales are exempt, and what happens if it’s delivered late.

October 15, 2026

Buying

Flood maps, seller and landlord disclosures, and the flood insurance waiting period, explained for DFW buyers and renters.

October 14, 2026

Buying

North Texas clay soil shrinks and swells with moisture. Here’s how buyers and sellers should handle foundation questions.

October 13, 2026

Buying

Rents are steady and rates are high. Here’s a practical way to compare renting and buying in Dallas, beyond the monthly payment.

October 12, 2026

Taxes & Costs

Texas raised the school homestead exemption to $140,000. Here’s who qualifies, how to file with DCAD, and the deadlines to know.

October 11, 2026

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