Property taxes in Texas are due on October 1 and late after January 31st of the following year. Why should we be talking about them now you ask? Because very soon, in the next few weeks, you will receive a notice from the Central Appraisal District (CAD) of the Texas county in which your property Read more about How to Save Money on Property Taxes[…]
Property appraisals are soon in the mail so… In many states property taxes are paid in arrears—you pay 2011 taxes in 2012. Not so in Texas. Here’s the timeline. January 1 – Your property is appraised as of January 1st. In order for a home to claim the homestead exemption, the owner must reside in Read more about Texas Property Taxes Demystified[…]
With the drop in interest rates, many people are again considering refinancing their mortgages. When this thought arises, the next question is always does it make economic sense to “refi” as we say in the industry. 30-year fixed rates this week are in the high 3’s (percents) and 15-year fixed are in the mid 3’s (percents). Read more about Should You Refinance?[…]