Lorrie Ziegler, REALTOR® Blog

If you’ve been waiting to buy a home because you think you need a 20% downpayment or your credit score isn’t “good enough,” you’re not alone. A lot of would-be buyers are sitting on the sidelines—not because they don’t want to buy, but because they think they can’t. Here’s the truth: your credit score or savings might feel like a roadblock, but it doesn’t have to be. You Don’t Need Perfect Credit to Buy a Home Many people assume you need flawless ... read more

New Texas Real Estate Law: What Buyers Need to Know

Posted by Lorrie Ziegler on January 09, 2026 in  all
A Big Change in Texas Real Estate You Should Know About Before You Start House Hunting While most people kicked off the new year focused on fresh starts and New Year’s resolutions, an important change to Texas real estate law quietly took effect on January 1. Texas updated how buyer relationships are established and documented — and this change affects every buyer who wants to see a home in person. The short version?Before I can show you a home, we now need a signed written agreement. No e... read more

How To Find the Best Deal Possible on a Home Right Now

Posted by Lorrie Ziegler on February 18, 2026 in  all
Want to know where the best deals are hiding right now? They’re usually not the brand-new listings with five showings scheduled on day one. They’re the homes that have been sitting for a while. When a listing lingers, something interesting happens. Sellers start out confident. Then they get hopeful. Then… they get realistic. And that’s when opportunities open up for smart buyers. If your goal is to get the most house for your money, this is a strategy you shouldn’t ignore. The Opp... read more
The Housing Market Is Starting to Open Up — and That’s Good News Heading Into 2026 If the housing market has felt frustrating over the past few years, you’re not alone. Higher interest rates and limited inventory made it tough for buyers, and many homeowners chose to stay put. But lately, things are starting to shift — and in a good way. We’re not seeing a sudden rush or a wild spike in prices. Instead, the market is slowly opening up. More homes are available, buyers have a little ... read more
Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First Be honest… have you started browsing homes online yet? If you have, you’re not alone. Most buyers start there. But here’s something a lot of people don’t realize: Before you get too far into looking, there’s one step that can save you a lot of time, stress, and disappointment later on. That step is getting pre-approved. And no — it doesn’t mean you’re committing to buy right away. It just means you’re get... read more