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Elena Garrett, Realtor in Dallas Texas - My Blog

TX Home Sellers Year End Update – 2025

Home Market Prices in North Texas – What Exactly Happened? Most home sellers are asking themselves: “Why aren’t prices going up like they did in 2021?” Here’s what the numbers show: 2021–early 2022: Prices jumped fast Multiple offers were common Buyers rushed and overpaid Late 2022–2025: Prices stopped climbing Prices Read more…


TX Home Buyer Year End Update – 2025

Have home prices reached their lowest point at the end of the 2025? Maybe. Most buyers these days are asking themselves: “If I buy now, am I going to overpay?” We looked at real sales prices in Dallas–Fort Worth area (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Tarrant counties) over the last three years, Read more…


Budget and Credit Conscious Homebuyer Guide 2026 – Dallas Fort Worth And Beyond

by Elena Garrett, Nov 2025 1. Renting Isn’t the Problem — Staying Stuck In a Rental Rat Race Is If you’re renting because life threw you a curveball — income interruption, medical bills, credit dings, divorce, job change, self-employment, immigration status, whatever — you’re not alone. But you are losing Read more…


Thanksgiving 2025 Real Estate Update

by Elena Garrett, November 2025 Here’s a quick roundup of what’s been moving in the real estate and mortgage world as we head into the holiday season. 1. Home Sales Picked Up Again in October 2025 October marked the second straight month of growth in residential closings.Buyers took advantage of Read more…


Homes Under $250k That Make Strong Rental Opportunities (Turnkey + Light Rehab)

by Elena Garrett, November 2025 If you’re looking to expand your rental portfolio without hunting through the entire MLS, we maintain a continuously updated list of homes under $250,000 that work well for both turnkey rentals and light cosmetic rehab opportunities. These homes are typically in stable, high-demand rental areas Read more…


Why Buying a Home in November or December Can Save You Thousands in Cash

by Elena Garrett, Nov 2025 Most people, when they dream about buying a home, think the “good deal” comes from finding a lower interest rate… or catching a lucky break in the market. But guess what? The interest rate is only PART of the conversation.Sometimes the bigger part is this: Read more…


Not Getting Offers on Your Home? Test What Real Buyers Will Pay in 3–7 Days — Privately

If your home has been sitting with few showings or low offers, a 3–7 day private test gives you the truth — and a plan — fast and confidentially. The Problem:Homes stuck on the market lose power the longer they stay unsold. Long days on market and multiple public price Read more…


Real Estate Coaching and Advisory (RECA) Center – Dallas, TX

Our real estate education tracks are built to give you step-by-step clarity for any kind of real estate decision — whether you’re planning your first home purchase, prepping to sell, or exploring investment strategies. Every class is designed to help you understand the process, avoid common pitfalls, and move forward with confidence.


Halal Home Financing in North Texas: Faithful Paths to Homeownership

Shariah-compliant residential financing options available in the Dallas-Fort Worth area empower your family to purchase a home ethically — with no interest, no riba, and no compromise.


The 3.5% Down Rent-to-Own Option For “Credit Under Construction” Buyers and Renters

By Elena Garrett, August 2025 Let’s be real—buying a home can feel impossible if your credit isn’t perfect, you’re self-employed, or you’re using an ITIN. Traditional lenders don’t always look at the full picture. But there is a very little-known rent-to-own loan program that you can try to move into Read more…