Monthly Archives: January 2026
You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking: What’s wrong with it? Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet? Am I missing something? That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may actually miss out. More Time... Read More
Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal. | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped their toes into the 5s – something that hasn’t happened in about 3 years. This moment marked a critical threshold. Now, rates are sitting in the... Read More
Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t a Red Flag for Today’s Housing Market | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
If you’ve seen headlines saying foreclosure activity has been climbing for 10 straight months, it’s easy to assume that’s a sign of trouble for the housing market. But when you look at the full picture, a few simple truths become clear: Today’s foreclosure numbers are in line with what’s considered normal High home equity is... Read More
Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
Planning to sell this spring? While you may be tempted to hold off until the first blooms or the spring showers hit, that’s actually waiting too long to get started by today’s standards. Buyers have more options than they did a few years ago. So, it’s worth it to tackle repairs now and make sure... Read More
Where to Eat the Best Steaks in Dallas
Dallas has outgrown its reputation as a steak town, but don’t get it twisted — the steakhouses here are still some of the best in the country. The city remains a haven for anyone who deny the appeal of a perfectly-grilled hunk of USDA prime beef, and knows some of the best cuts from Texas... Read More
Are Big Investors Really Buying Up All the Homes? Here’s the Truth. | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
It’s hard to scroll online lately without seeing some version of this claim: “Big investors are buying up all the homes.” And honestly, if you’re a homebuyer who’s lost out on a few offers, that idea probably sounds believable. When homes are expensive and competition is tight, it’s easy to assume giant companies are scooping... Read More
The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent | The Hornburg REal Estate Group at One West Real Estate Co.
Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market. According to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), those sellers agree pricing their home effectively was the hardest part of the process. Top 5 Most... Read More
The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back | The Hornburg REal Estate Group at One West REal Estate Co.
Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back. According to a Bankrate survey, 2 out of every 5 (42%) Americans believe you need excellent credit to qualify for a mortgage. That may... Read More
The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back | The Hornburg Real Estate Group at One West REal Estate Co.
Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back. According to a Bankrate survey, 2 out of every 5 (42%) Americans believe you need excellent credit to qualify for a mortgage. That may... Read More
Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026 | The Hornburg Real Estate Group
Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have been holding their breath waiting for things to get better. The good news?... Read More
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