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3 Upcoming Community Events

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Each week, Family Home Loan Texas likes to dedicate a blog to family-friendly events happening in the Dallas, TX, community. In today’s blog, we’re looking at the fun events in the DFW area that are fun for the entire family! You can also find links to more formation or to make reservations, so you and… Read more »

Escrow’s Role In The Home Buying Process

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The home buying process can seem daunting, especially for those who have not been through it before. It is admittedly complex, and there are more steps involved than you may expect. Because of this, it is essential to learn as much as you can before beginning this journey, so you do not find yourself overwhelmed… Read more »

Renting Vs. Buying: An Analysis

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Becoming a homeowner is a major responsibility, so there is a lot to consider before diving into this commitment. One of the most prevalent aspects of this jump that you’ll need to think about is the difference between renting and buying. If you have been going back and forth between the two options, you surely… Read more »

Enjoy A Beautiful Weekend In North Texas

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April is here, but don’t worry: nothing in today’s community blog will be fooling you. We take our fun North Texas events very seriously, so we will still be highlighting our top family-friendly picks. Hopefully, the beautiful weather is here to stay, so you can rest easy knowing that you will have lots to do… Read more »

Understand Home Appraisals And Inspections

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The home buying and selling processes are quite complex. There are seemingly endless tasks that you must do before and after you make an offer on a house. From getting pre-approved to figuring out what type of mortgage works best to closing on a house, there is a lot to keep in mind. Two of… Read more »

Explore North Texas This Weekend

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What a week it has been since our last community blog. We had our first tornado advisory of the year, which is a sure sign that Spring is here. We luckily made it through, and now we can finally enjoy our free time this weekend. As always there’s a lot to do around the DFW… Read more »

What Is The Home Buying Process?

Home Loan Process

While buying a home is an immensely rewarding milestone, the process of getting there can be overwhelming and daunting. From choosing the ideal house to securing a mortgage to everything in between, you will certainly have a lot on your plate. This is by no means a deterrent; rather, it is beneficial to know what… Read more »

Be Sure To Enjoy Your Weekend In DFW

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Well, it seems like the spring weather is here to stay, so now is a good time to open up those windows and let the pleasant air filter through your home. It is also an opportune time to lace up those sneakers and start strolling around town; this is a great way to shake off… Read more »

Use Home Equity To Boost Your Retirement

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If you are nearing retirement age and own a home, there is a good chance that you either have your mortgage fully paid off or you are getting close. Over time, you have put a lot of equity into your home. Home equity is the amount of money you’ve put into your home versus what… Read more »

How To Enjoy This Weekend In DFW

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In last week’s community blog, we touted the coming of spring and the warmer temperatures. Perhaps the weather got wind of this confidence and decided to throw us for a loop by plummeting temperatures once again. Such is life in North Texas, so hopefully, you didn’t put away your winter coats, hats, and gloves quite… Read more »