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The 50-Year Mortgage: A New Solution or a Long Road Ahead?
Interest rates, inflation, and job growth are reshaping the real estate landscape in 2025. While affordability challenges remain, stability is returning — and Houston continues to stand out for its resilience. Here’s how current economic shifts are shaping the housing market and what buyers and sellers should know.
Rashad Ajalov
Nov 133 min read
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How 2025’s Economic Shifts Are Shaping the Real Estate Market
Interest rates, inflation, and job growth are reshaping the real estate landscape in 2025. While affordability challenges remain, stability is returning — and Houston continues to stand out for its resilience. Here’s how current economic shifts are shaping the housing market and what buyers and sellers should know.
Rashad Ajalov
Oct 164 min read
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The 20% Down Payment Myth: What Houston Homebuyers Really Need to Know
One of the biggest myths in real estate is that you need a full 20% down payment to buy a home. For many, that number feels impossible — and it’s holding buyers back from exploring homeownership. The truth? Most people qualify with far less, sometimes as little as 3–5%. In this article, we’ll break down the 20% myth, explain your real options, and show why waiting to save more might actually cost you in the long run.
Rashad Ajalov
Oct 13 min read
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Make Your Decisions Like a Business
The fastest way to lose money as a landlord is to treat your rental like a personal favor instead of a business. Every decision — from screening tenants to handling repairs — should protect your property and your cash flow. If it doesn’t, it’s probably not a business decision.
Rashad Ajalov
Aug 152 min read
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Hurricane Season in Houston: A Local Perspective for Homeowners and Investors
What every Houston homeowner and investor should know before the next storm hits. When my family first landed in Houston almost twenty...
Rashad Ajalov
Jun 262 min read
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Before You Accept That Offer – Talk to the Buyer’s Lender First
The most overlooked step in home selling (that every smart seller should take). When you’re selling your home and an offer comes in, it’s...
Rashad Ajalov
Jun 102 min read
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Katy, Texas: A Suburb That Grew With Us
Katy, Texas: A Suburb That Grew With Us What Almost Two Decades Living in Katy Taught Me About Schools, Community, and Real Estate When I...
Rashad Ajalov
May 143 min read
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It’s Property Tax Season – Here’s What to Know and How to Be Proactive
Think Your Property Value Is Too High? You Might Be Right. Every spring, property owners across Texas receive their annual property...
Rashad Ajalov
Apr 192 min read
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74 Years of Home Prices: The Economic Rollercoaster You Need to Know About
Real estate and economics are closely linked, and when you combine the two, it’s fascinating to look at the trends over time.
Rashad Ajalov
Apr 73 min read
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Navigating Texas Property Taxes: A Homeowner's Guide to Relief Options
Texas homeowners could soon see significant property tax relief thanks to Senate Bill 4.
Rashad Ajalov
Mar 52 min read
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How Can I Maximize My Savings with Essential Texas Property Tax Tips for 2025?
Property taxes in Texas have been on the rise, and staying informed could save you thousands of dollars.
Rashad Ajalov
Feb 113 min read
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Are You Ready? How to Prep Your Houston Home for a Winter Storm
Houston isn’t known for harsh winters, but next week, we’re expecting a winter storm with snow and freezing temperatures.
Rashad Ajalov
Jan 192 min read
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Understanding the Movement of Mortgage Rates
If you’ve been keeping an eye on mortgage rates, you might feel like they’re constantly shifting.
Rashad Ajalov
Dec 14, 20242 min read
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Are Home Inspections Worth the Investment When Buying a Home?
The Crucial Role of Home Inspections in the Buying Process
Rashad Ajalov
Nov 20, 20243 min read
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What Does the Fed's Interest Rate Reduction Mean for Mortgage Rates? A Homebuyer's Guide
How the Fed's Interest Rate Reduction Impacts Mortgage Rates – What Homebuyers Need to Know
Rashad Ajalov
Oct 17, 20242 min read
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Top Trends in the Houston Real Estate Market for 2024
Navigating the Houston Real Estate Market in 2024: What You Need to Know
Rashad Ajalov
Sep 8, 20243 min read
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