Posts Tagged ‘Texas’
What Is a MUD in Real Estate? Texas MUD Tax Guide
Key takeaways A Municipal Utility District, or MUD, provides water, sewer, drainage, and infrastructure in areas that lack city utilities. Homes in a MUD include a MUD tax that helps repay bonds issued to build public infrastructure. M...
What Is a PID? Texas Public Improvement Districts
Key takeaways A Public Improvement District (PID) is a designated area where homeowners pay an additional assessment to fund public amenities and infrastructure. PID assessments are separate from property taxes and may last 20 to 40 yea...
Home Equity Loans and HELOCs in Texas
Key Takeaways Texas homeowners can use home equity loans, HELOCs, or cash-out refinances, but each option comes with distinct rules and repayment structures. Texas law caps equity access at 80% of a home’s value and limits how often homeo...
James Van Der Beek’s Texas Sanctuary: Inside ‘Dawson’s Creek’ Star’s Austin Ranch Where He’s Battling Colorectal Cancer
"Dawson's Creek" star James Van Der Beek has candidly opened up about his ongoing battle with cancer during a candid sit-down on the "Today" show, while addressing fans' concerns about his appearance at a New York City reunion with the cast o...
Texas First-Time Home Buyer | 2025 Programs & Grants
What to know about buying a house in Texas First-time home buyers in Texas have plenty of places to turn for help. The Lone Star State has a range of first-time home buyer programs — from advice and home buyer education courses to gran...
How Much Is Earnest Money in Texas?
Key takeaways: If you’re buying a home in Texas, you’ve probably heard the term earnest money, the deposit that shows a seller you’re serious about your offer. In most cases, earnest money in Texas ranges from 1% to 3% of the hom...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Threatens ‘100% Tariff’ on New Yorkers Who Want To Flee to the Lone Star State
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to impose "a 100% tariff" on New Yorkers who want to flee to the Lone Star State if Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election. In a post on X, Abbott said Monday: "After the polls close ...
Cash-Out Refinance in Texas | Rules & Waiting Period 2025
Does Texas allow cash-out refinancing? If you have enough home equity, it’s absolutely possible to get a cash-out refinance in Texas. Although Texas cash-out refinance rules are a little different than those in other states, they’re ...
