What the New Housing Affordability Law Means for Texas Buyers in 2026
Market News · Buyer Guide The biggest federal housing law in more than three decades became law on July 11, 2026, and it is already the…
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Practical Texas real estate guides on Home Buying, written by the LRG team. San Antonio · Austin · Killeen
247 articles in Home Buying
Roof Checks Before Closing: A San Antonio Buyers Guide
Process · Guide A roof inspection before closing is the single most important step a Texas buyer can take to protect against surprise repair costs. Issues…
How Roof Condition Affects Your Home Appraisal in San Antonio
Process · Guide Roof condition ranks as the second most cited issue in San Antonio home appraisals, and it can stall a sale before negotiations even…
2026 JBSA BAH Rates: What Your Housing Allowance Actually Buys in San Antonio
Cost · Guide The 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing rates at Joint Base San Antonio range from $1,359 per month for an E-1 without dependents to…
New Construction vs Resale in San Antonio 2026: Price, Timeline, and Incentives Compared
Comparison · Guide New construction and resale homes in San Antonio solve different problems in 2026, and neither wins across the board. Builders in Cibolo, far…
Your Home Appraisal Came in Low: What Texas Buyers and Sellers Do Next
Process · Guide A low home appraisal in Texas doesn't have to kill your deal. Buyers and sellers typically have four paths forward: request a reconsideration…
Cibolo vs Schertz: Which Suburb Fits Your Family
Comparison · Guide Cibolo and Schertz share the same school district and most of the same retail, but the two suburbs split on lot size, new-build…
Garden Ridge Homebuyer Guide
Definition · Guide Garden Ridge sits northeast of San Antonio as one of the most competitive small-town markets in the corridor, with a median listing price…
Canyon Lake Waterfront and Neighborhood Buying Guide
Comparison · Guide Canyon Lake remains one of the more accessible lakefront markets in central Texas, with waterfront prices that still run below comparable parcels on…
Filing Your Homestead Exemption in Bexar County, Step by Step
Process · Guide Educational Notice: The Levi Rodgers Group provides real estate transaction services, not legal or tax advice. The information below is for general educational…
Your First Year of Homeownership in San Antonio: Taxes, Protest, Maintenance
Process · Guide Your first year owning a home in San Antonio hits hardest on three fronts: property taxes, the protest process, and maintenance costs you…
Cash to Close in Texas: What It Actually Includes
Cost · Guide Cash to close is the total you bring to your Texas closing table, not just the down payment. It bundles six or seven…
