The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex — North Texas Real Estate

Category: Buying a Home

Rockwall TX housing market updates — monthly real estate data and market conditions from The Dunnican Team

Sapphire Bay’s Ripple Effects On Demand Near Waterview

Sapphire Bay has been part of the Rowlett real estate conversation for nearly a decade. The peninsula's potential is real — but so is the gap between the original vision and what exists on the ground today. If you're buying or selling near Waterview, here's what you actually need to know before you factor it into your decision.
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Negotiation Is Back – 6 Smart Strategies for Dallas-Area Homebuyers

For years, buyers had to move fast, skip contingencies, and hope for the best. That dynamic has changed across much of the Dallas market. Homes are sitting longer, price reductions are more common, and sellers are negotiating again. Here are six strategies that are actually working right now — and how to use them to your advantage.
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Why January May Be the Best Time to Buy a Home in North Texas

Spring gets all the attention, but the data tells a different story. January is historically one of the least expensive months to buy a home — and in North Texas markets like Rowlett, Rockwall, Wylie, and Garland, buyers who close in winter often pay meaningfully less and negotiate from a stronger position. Here's why the off-season window is worth taking seriously.
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Texas Homestead Exemption: A Homeowner’s Guide

If you own a home in North Texas and haven't filed a homestead exemption, you're probably overpaying on property taxes. The process is straightforward — but it's not automatic, it has a critical January 1 eligibility date, and it's easier to lose than most homeowners realize. Here's what you need to know to file correctly and keep it active.
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New Construction vs. Resale in Royse City: Pros and Cons

Royse City gives buyers a real choice: new construction in one of the fastest-growing master-planned corridors in eastern DFW, or resale in an established neighborhood with a different cost structure and no wait. The right answer depends on your timeline, your total monthly budget, and what the full tax picture actually looks like for each property. Here's the comparison most buyers don't get until it's too late.
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Earnest Money in Texas: A Garland Buyer’s Guide

Earnest money is one of the first real commitments you make after finding a home in Texas — but how it works, when it's refundable, and how it relates to the option fee and option period confuses a lot of buyers, especially those new to the state. Here's a straight explanation of what's typical in Garland and the DFW market, and how to structure your deposit to protect yourself without weakening your offer.
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Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades That Add Value in Fate, TX

Here's a practical look at which eco-friendly upgrades actually deliver value in Fate's market