Guides for buying, selling and investing
Texas rules and Valley details, explained plainly.
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Buying
First-time buyer guide for the RGV
Budget, loans, down payment help and the TREC contract, in order.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Selling
Selling your home in the RGV
Net sheet first, price from evidence, clean disclosures, strong terms.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Financing
ITIN mortgages in Texas
Who lends on an ITIN, what they ask for and how to prepare.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Tax
FIRPTA for foreign sellers
Withholding rates, Form 8288-B and a Texas closing without surprises.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Investing
Rental investing in the RGV
Cap rate, cash-on-cash, DSCR and the Texas costs that sink deals.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Veterans
VA home loans in Texas
No-down-payment options, the funding fee and Texas veteran programs.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
Property
Homes with casitas
Zoning, permits, septic and appraisal before you buy, build or rent.
Amy Herrera Oct 2026
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