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New HOA Laws in Texas just went into Effect

New HOA Laws in Texas just went into effect that provide more balance between the rights of property owners and their homeowners associations.

How Investors Use a 1031 Exchange

What savvy investors know that you don't could be costing you thousands. Learn how 1031 exchanges allow investors to defer capital gains taxes on the exchange of like kind property.

4 Places to Eat You Haven’t Tried Yet

The big new restaurants typically get all the fanfare, but we're more excited about these 4 places to eat that you havent tried yet.

How to Protest Property Tax Appraisals

Home valuations are a never ending battle of county appraisal districts vs. homeowners. Here's how you can tip the scales in your favor.

Brian’s Top Local Parks to Visit

In Katy, we are blessed with an abundance of place to get outside for some fresh air. From picnics to games, golf to fishing, here's a list of our favorite local area parks.

Have You Filed Your Homestead Exemption Yet?

Homestead Exemptions save you money on property taxes and provide protections. Have you filed yet?

Best of 2020 – Our Favorites of the Year

Free at last! APG's official Best of 2020 list is hot off the press. Check out what WE think you should be checking out this year!

The Five Biggest Mistakes that Investors Make

You see it on the news and in the papers, the real estate bubble is about to bust. Perhaps this would be a good time to evaluate the top five mistakes investors make when buying and selling properties for profit.…

Cut the Costs of Pool Ownership

A swimming pool is one of the best ways to cool down in our hot Texas summers, but most homeowners underestimate the costs associated with owning one. We’ve got a few tweaks and adjustments to help you cut the costs…

Should I Sell my Home During the Holidays

Homeowners often think the end of the year is a terrible time to try to sell, but the truth is that it's anything but.

What CLUE Reports Mean to Homebuyers

We are all aware of Credit Reports and how our credit reports affect our ability to obtain future credit — especially when purchasing a home. But did you know that the Insurance Industry also keeps track of homeowners and their…

20 Steps to Your Best Real Estate Deal

20 steps to your best deal is a quick list of steps that you should take to make sure you get your very best deal when buying a home.