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Elena Garrett, Realtor in Dallas Texas - My Blog

Budget and Create 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…


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…


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…


Rent-to-Own Options in Dallas – Fort Worth in 2025

By Elena Garrett, Realtor – May 31, 2025 If you’re renting and dreaming of buying a home—but you’re not sure where to start—rent-to-own might be the best move you haven’t considered yet. 1. Rent-to-Own Vs Renting Renting can feel like a dead end.Every month you pay someone else’s mortgage, and Read more…


Has the Election Spooked the Texas Housing Market?🎃 It Seems So!

There is no doubt, the 2024 presidential election is making waves in DFW real estate. Historically, elections always bring some uncertainty—buyers pause, interest rates shift, and policies are up in the air. But this year, the results seem to be even more pronounced. But here’s what the historical data shows: Read more…


Beyond Credit – An Innovative Solution

by Elena Garrett, March 2, 2024 One of our long-standing partners, Supreme Lending, announced a groundbreaking new program that would allow home buyers with low credit scores or insufficient job history to be eligible for a home purchase. Here is the video of the interview with Karla Parra from Supreme Read more…


Best Home Market Insights from 72SOLD

Welcome to one of the most in-depth exploration of real estate dynamics and economic trends that are shaping the landscape of the U.S. housing market! In this special feature, we bring you private research and insights from the 72Sold Team, as discussed and unraveled weekly by industry experts Sarah Perkins and Greg Hague. Each video offers a deep dive into key factors influencing real estate today, and you won’t want to miss a single video.


The Potentials of the 2024 Wood Dragon Year

In Chinese astrology, the Wood Dragon symbolizes authority, prosperity, and good fortune, heralding a year that is likely to bring significant financial growth and prosperity