Steering, Buyer Commissions, and Your Right to Make an Offer

Steering, Buyer Commissions, and Your Right to Make an Offer Real estate has changed a lot in 2024. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement reshaped how buyer’s agent commissions are handled and advertised. Some of these changes are positive for transparency. Others create new challen

How to Work Expired Listings in Texas After SB 140

On September 1, 2025, Texas SB 140 went into effect—and it changed the way Realtors can prospect. For years, expired and cancelled listings were easy targets for cold calls and texts. Not anymore. SB 140 now treats marketing calls and texts like telemarketing. That means: You must register with t

Discover Tanglewood: Fort Worth's Hidden Gem

  Discover Tanglewood: Fort Worth's Hidden Gem Nestled in the heart of Fort Worth, Tanglewood is a neighborhood that effortlessly combines charm, convenience, and a dash of that unmistakable Texas spirit. If you're considering a move to the area, here's why Tanglewood should be at the top of your li

Dual Licensure in Texas: Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Loan Originator Explained

  Dual Licensure in Real Estate and Mortgage Lending in Texas In Texas, professionals can hold licenses as both a Real Estate Broker and a Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO), enabling them to offer comprehensive services to clients. This dual licensure is permissible under Texas law, provided that pract