New Construction Home Maintenance Checklist | Houston

New Construction Home Maintenance: Your First-Year Houston Checklist Written by Kristi Newcomb, Lead Agent | Newcomb Realty Group Key Takeaways New construction still requires regular maintenance. Document settling or warranty concerns throughout the first year. Pay extra attention to HVAC filters,

Buying a New Construction Home in Houston? What to Budget for After Closing

Buying a New Construction Home in Houston? What to Budget for After Closing Written by Kristi Newcomb, Lead Agent | Newcomb Realty Group Buying a brand-new home means fewer immediate repairs, but that doesn't mean the spending stops when you get the keys. New construction buyers are often surprised

Texas Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What It Means for Your Mortgage Payment

Texas Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What It Means for Your Mortgage Payment Written by Kristi Newcomb, Lead Agent | Newcomb Realty Group Quick Summary Rising homeowners insurance premiums are increasing monthly mortgage payments for Texas homeowners and reducing purchasing power for buyers. Under

How to Choose the Right Neighborhood in Houston | Buyer Guide

Master-Planned Community vs. Established Neighborhood: Which Is Right for You? You can change the paint, remodel the kitchen, replace the floors and eventually even replace the roof. What you can't change is your commute, your lot, your tax district or the neighborhood around you. That's why choosin