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Entries from January 2009

Dallas Median Price and Inventory since 2007

January 30th, 2009 · No Comments

This is for all the analytic hounds and rightfully so in this market.
Dallas has held better than most cities, because it never had the run up
or crazy people trying to outbid each other although there are areas of
concern and bubbles in Dallas, opening price point is not one of them.
The 7 day moving average since [...]

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Crazy Ice Storm Hits DFW

January 28th, 2009 · No Comments

photo credit: FotoDawg
Now most folks up north or northeast way laugh at this, but we do not fair well in any kind of cold weather - we just aren’t set up for it.  So when the ice hits, it’s best to stay inside from all the crazy drivers - it will warm up a [...]

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Roller Coaster Real Estate Ride for Highland Park - since 2007

January 22nd, 2009 · No Comments

Interesting Chart - showing signs of recovery….so if you don’t think prices have come down, look again.

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Full Disclosure on Foreclosures - Q4 Results

January 21st, 2009 · 2 Comments

As you know I post area sales data by month on the left sidebar.  This month also included a nice surprise, that is if you follow foreclosure activity.  It details how foreclosures have affected our area.  The detailed report is put together by the Collin County Realtors® Association, a big thank you.

It’s no surprise the [...]

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It’s that time again - filing your homestead exemption

January 13th, 2009 · No Comments

If you purchased property this past year and you are living in it, it’s time to file for your homestead exemption.  You can do it online at your favorite county tax appraisers web site by downloading the form.
What is a Texas Homestead Exemption?
It provides legal protection regarding your home and can also save you [...]

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