Buying Tips

Nov. 4, 2020

It’s Not Just About the Price of the Home

It’s Not Just About the Price of the Home | MyKCM

When most of us begin searching for a home, we naturally start by looking at the price. It’s important, however, to closely consider what else impacts the purchase. It’s not just the price of the house that matters, but the overall cost in the long run. Today, that’s largely impacted …

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Oct. 26, 2020

Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment?

 

Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment? | MyKCM

One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers is how much you’ll need to save for a down payment. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to put 20% down to buy a house. Here’s how it breaks down.

A recent survey by Point2Homes mentions that …

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Oct. 21, 2020

YOUR GUIDE TO HOME APPRAISAL

You’ve found your dream home and now it’s time to cross all your T's and dot all your I's before it’s all your own. And one of the first items on your closing checklist the home appraisal. So, what exactly is that?

The home appraisal is essentially a …

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April 13, 2020

Edufest 2020 Real Estate Webinar

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You are invited to join us for Edufest 2020 with the Potter's House of Fort Worth.  Every year our wonderful church host a series of Education Seminars to improve our community.  This year we will be …

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Jan. 17, 2020

Chatman Realty Group Newsletter

Sascha Chatman

Have You Budgeted for Closing Costs?

Saving for a down payment is a key step in the homebuying process, and it’s not the only piece you need to include in your budget. Another factor that’s important to plan for is the closing costs required to obtain a mortgage …

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Jan. 16, 2020

What Money Do You Need Up Front When Looking to Buy a House?

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Now that you are ready to actually go house hunting, I want you to know about what upfront money you need to put the house you want under contract!  


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Nov. 9, 2019

How to Apply For a Homestead Exemption

 

Congratulations on buying your home!  Now let's make sure you save on your taxes.  

 

 

What is a Homestead Exemption?

Homestead exemptions are granted by the county appraisal district where the property is located.   The exemption reduces a homeowner's property tax bill by removing …

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Aug. 30, 2019

5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths Explained

5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths Explained

5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths Explained | MyKCM

Have you ever been flipping through the channels, only to find yourself glued to the couch in an HGTV binge session? We’ve all been there, watching entire seasons of shows like “Property Brothers,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Love It or List …

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Aug. 28, 2019

A Latte A Day Keeps Home Ownership Away!

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A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away!

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  • The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense …
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Aug. 27, 2019

Rates Are Down in Fall 2019

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What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

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Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since Q4 of 2018, settling at near-historic lows. This is big news for buyers looking to get …

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