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A REALTOR® is a special kind of real estate agent: one who follows NAR’s strict Code of Ethics, including the first and primary pledge to protect and promote the interests of their clients.

Sure, you could try to sell your own home.

You could gather as much market data as possible and try to determine the best asking price. You could decide what else you might do—paint or landscape or remodel?—to maximize the property’s appeal and value.

According to the Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center, Texas has the third-most registered electric vehicles in the country. As EVs become more common on the roads, are EV chargers the next addition to your properties? Consider these steps below before making the investment.

Are your clients confused about how brokers are paid in real estate transactions? Do they believe that all brokers have the same commissions and business model? Do they have questions about cooperative compensation?

Want relevant, turnkey info to share with clients and prospects? The National Association of REALTORS® created 18 one-page guides that give people an overview of key aspects of the real estate transaction, such as negotiating written buyer agreements and understanding offers of compensation.

Buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals all have rights and responsibilities when it comes to discrimination-free property transactions. 

You and your REALTOR® can make a great team. But your REALTOR® can’t read your mind. Help your REALTOR® find the best options for you by sharing what you’re looking for and offering feedback.

 Amid high home prices, more buyers may be turning to Federal Housing Administration loans in the coming year. These government-backed mortgages are known for their more lenient borrower requirements, such as lower credit scores and down payments as low as 3.5%. 

Seller impersonation fraud is a growing and increasingly sophisticated scam facing Texas landowners. The swindle can take months of legal hassles and title work to repair while costing thousands of dollars to property owners and potential buyers.

Hippo, a home insurance firm, warns of these six "weird" house smells. They could be signs of an urgent property issue, which may need a professional evaluation. 

'Right by you' is the National Association of REALTORS®’ national  advertising campaign and a promise to consumers that clarifies the  benefits and value of working with a REALTOR®, a member of NAR, on what  may be the largest financial transaction they ever make. 

The National Association of REALTORS® released a consumer guide about different ways to market homes in the MLS. This short guide tells home sellers how the multiple listing service works and explains exempt listings. 

 A home purchase can be one of the largest a household makes. A number of factors must be considered throughout the home buying and selling process, including all members of the household, even pets. 

First-time homebuyers who meet certain criteria can apply for the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation’s (TSAHC) Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) and receive 15% of their mortgage interest as a federal income tax credit.

Texas REALTORS® reminds members the latest Legal Briefs video addresses SB 1968 and the legislative updates to The Real Estate Licensing Act. Beginning January 1, 2026, subagency will no longer be permitted in Texas.

Probate real estate is on the rise. By gaining probate knowledge, you can build a reputation for helping families navigate one of the most complex and emotional sales of their lives.

If you’re looking for a new home, open houses can assist in your search—even if you don’t like the properties you visit. Here are five steps to take so that you benefit from your time spent.

Even if your house is staged and well-maintained, it is only worth what the market will bear. To increase your chance of a quick sale, consider these signs that it may be time to adjust your selling price.

Brokerages can provide the Inspector Information (TXR 2506) form with a list of licensed inspectors to educate buyer and seller clients about working with inspectors.