top of page
Working with an Estate
When a homeowner dies, the home changes hands. It could pass to a surviving spouse or child whose name is on the deed, or be bequeathed...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 23, 20221 min read
Your Forms: Residential Lease and Early Termination of Residential Lease
The Residential Lease (TXR 2001) ends on the agreed-upon expiration date except if renewed, extended by written agreement, or terminated...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 21, 20221 min read
Need Help With Financial Planning?
Register now for NAR’s Center for REALTOR® Financial Wellness Investment Summit! The investment summit kicks off Wednesday, September 7,...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 18, 20221 min read
Contract and Other Changes Proposed at TREC Meeting
At its August 8 meeting, The Texas Real Estate Commission voted to propose changes to several promulgated forms. You can comment on the...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 16, 20221 min read
Is That Item Permanently Built In?
How do you determine if an item is “permanently installed and built-in” with regard to Paragraph 2 of the One to Four Family Residential...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 14, 20221 min read
TREC Approves Changes for Temporary Residential Lease and New Flood Notice
Since January 1, landlords have been required to give notice to prospective residential tenants noting whether or not the landlords are...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 10, 20221 min read
Fact Check: New HOA Laws
Have you seen posts about new HOA laws on your Facebook timeline? It’s true that Texas REALTORS®️ helped advance legislation at the Texas...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 9, 20221 min read
Mistakes Sellers Make on 1031 Exchanges
An IRS 1031 exchange, also known as 1031 exchange or like-kind exchange, is a tax-favored transaction where the seller can take the...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 8, 20222 min read
From the Hotline: Addendum for Property Subject to Mandatory Membership in a Property Owners Associa
Members have been asking about buyers’ ability to terminate contracts under the first two checkboxes of Paragraph A, Subdivision...
Ernest Enriquez
Aug 2, 20221 min read
Quarterly Commercial Report Forecasts Growing Vacancy Rates
The Texas Real Estate Research Center released its Texas Quarterly Commercial Report, highlighting data from the fourth quarter of 2021....
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 31, 20221 min read
Better Understand the Appraisal Process
What’s been your experience with appraisers during the last two years? Have appraisal delays slowed your transactions during this...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 28, 20221 min read
Help Clients Understand Real Estate Terms
How can your clients make informed real estate decisions if they don’t understand the words and phrases in the industry? Educating your...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 26, 20221 min read
4 Tips to Optimize Your YouTube Videos
YouTube is an excellent platform for creating brand awareness and establishing yourself as the go-to source in your area. However, it...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 24, 20221 min read
Close the Door on Cyberattacks
Do you lock your door when you leave your home? Do you hide your valuables before leaving a parking lot? You probably don’t even think...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 21, 20221 min read
TREC Makes It Easier to See Disciplinary Actions
The Texas Real Estate Commission made a change to its website to make it easier for people to see whether a license holder has a...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 19, 20221 min read
Landlords Can Now Accept Fee in Lieu of Security Deposit
Texas REALTORS® posted new and revised forms effective July 8, including the Addendum Regarding Fee In Lieu of a Security Deposit (TXR...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 17, 20223 min read
5 Ways to Stress Less
Your unconventional work schedule, long hours, and efforts to get the best results for your clients can result in high amounts of stress....
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 14, 20222 min read
Do You Make These Communication Mistakes?
It takes time to find new leads and build relationships with clients. Don’t let a communication breakdown impact your real estate...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 12, 20221 min read
Do You Know the Rules for Intermediary Relationships?
A broker and that broker’s associated license holders can represent both the buyer and seller in the same transaction through...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 10, 20221 min read
New, Updated Forms Now Available
Earlier this year, Texas REALTORS® task forces examined the association’s forms and proposed changes and new forms. Those proposals were...
Ernest Enriquez
Jul 7, 20224 min read
bottom of page
%20(600%20x%20315%20px)%20(3).png)
.png)