Dallas real estate

Condo Close to SMU Offers Great Investment Potential

By Joanna England / January 10, 2018 /

There are a lot of great condos in the East Lovers Lane area, many of which are within walking distance to the Lovers Lane DART station, making for a quick commute downtown if that’s where you’re headed. However, a lot of these condos are fantastic income-producing properties thanks to their proximity to Southern Methodist University.…

Exclusive: Compass Real Estate Launches First Dallas Office Merging With The Collective Residential

By Candy Evans / January 8, 2018 /

Be Afraid. Be Very Afraid: a Major Wall Street Real Estate Disruptor has finally landed in DFW. Compass aims to own 20% of the US real estate market by 2020.  Compass, which bills itself as a real estate technology company that also sells real estate, has launched their first Dallas office by merging with the…

The Mortgage Report: Housing Market and Interest Rate Forecast For 2018

By Joanna England / January 8, 2018 /

A lot of homeowners and buyers are feeling a bit of uncertainty in the market as we head into 2018, but thanks to his dedicated team of professionals, Bob Johnson (AKA BobMortgage) is ready to arm you with the facts you need to make the best decision for your household. It’s no wonder why Bob,…

Renovation Loans Help Turn Fixer Uppers Into Dream Homes

By Joanna England / December 14, 2017 /

Maybe you’ve found the perfect neighborhood, but the best home for your budget is far from perfect. Renovation can be expensive, says Bob Johnson (aka BobMortgage), but don’t be afraid of taking out a renovation loan. Our most-trusted expert in lending, the senior mortgage adviser at the nation’s oldest private lender — Wallick & Volk…

Mortgage Report: Positive Jobs Report Brings Slight Rebound, But What About Wage Growth?

By Joanna England / December 11, 2017 /

Last week’s news caused chaos, with the bottom falling out of the bond market and disruption throughout Washington. However, this weeks shows promise of rebound, with a better-than-projected jobs report and some much needed support in mortgage bonds. However, will job growth finally mean wage growth? And what about the upcoming rate decision from the…