Posted on: July 15, 2015 by

Unintentional actions in relation to housing bias are being recognized as grounds for a lawsuit, according to the Supreme Court. The Fair Housing Act defeated the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs in a close 5-4 vote in determining that “disparate impact” on minorities is, in fact, discriminatory. While this decision unfolds, it is […] Read More

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Tagged: Austin Mortgage Broker Professional Liability Housing Discrimination Ruling Supreme Court TX Mortgage Broker E&O

Posted on: July 13, 2015 by

Real estate agents face a number of different risks while showing homes and offices. Depending on the geographical location of the firm, some of these residences can be located in remote or desolate areas. Further, agents often show properties at odd hours of the day to complete strangers, which increases the risk of an attack. […] Read More

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Posted on: July 8, 2015 by

Manufactured homes are in high demand in the housing market nationwide. As these structures become increasingly popular, it is critical to practice proper selling techniques like you would any other home. However, as most of these homes come with customizable features, educating yourself on the selections and financing options will help the selling process run […] Read More

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Tagged: Austin TX Real Estate Insurance Manufactured Homes TX Real Estate Errors and Omissions Insurance

Posted on: June 30, 2015 by

As most real estate agents are aware, selling a home requires an ample amount of knowledge and finesse. However, it is inevitable that sometime during your practice, you will eventually encounter a home that has a dark history. Although these characteristics are relatively common and not necessarily deal breakers, it is essential to manage the […] Read More

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Posted on: June 26, 2015 by

In recent news, the northern Texas housing prices are at an all-time high. This spike is due to an increased demand for housing in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This development is proving to be largely beneficial to local and statewide real estate agents. However, when sharing information with potential buyers, it is important to be […] Read More

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Tagged: Dallas TX Forth Worth TX Housing Bubble TX Real Estate E&O Insurance TX Real Estate Professional Liability

Posted on: June 24, 2015 by

In our last post we discussed the Booming Millennial Population in Texas and the recent demand increase for multifamily homes. While developers are busy building more homes, we have comprised a few tips on how to stage apartment for a speedy sale in this competitive Austin market. However, during this fruitful time, don’t forget to […] Read More

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Posted on: June 19, 2015 by

A recent report by Bloomberg shows that second-tier American cities are seeing a substantial increase in millennial population. As a result, real estate developers are seeing an increased need to provide multifamily housing structures at a rapid rate. In the wake of this progression, be sure your Austin TX Real Estate Broker Liability is in […] Read More

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Posted on: June 16, 2015 by

The mortgage lending industry is undergoing some major reform as of lately. As of August 1, 2015, the operational procedures and technologies used by mortgage companies will be expected to be in 100% compliance with the new TRID law. In the wake of these significant changes, don’t wait to implement your Austin TX Real Estate Broker […] Read More

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Posted on: June 12, 2015 by

In a recent study, it was revealed that there are significant shifts happening within the real estate community. However, these changes are not necessarily positive ones. Given the nature of the realtors’ ethics in combination with a lack of training and knowledge, there are multiple issues with today’s real estate community. Investing in a Real Estate […] Read More

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Tagged: NAR National Association of Realtors Real Estate Errors and Omissions Real Estate Liability Insurance Real Estate Practices

Posted on: June 10, 2015 by

After allegations against 2 California mortgage companies abusing the TILA surfaced, some real estate practices are being questioned. The real estate industry was reformed to prevent illegal transfer of funds years ago, yet the issue reemerged this month. To ensure these types of misconducts don’t bankrupt your business or destroy your reputation, installing Real Estate […] Read More

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