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The Truth About Buying a Home in San Antonio Right Now
If you are feeling unsure about the housing market, you are not alone. Rates are higher than anyone hoped for, prices keep moving upward, and headlines seem to change by the hour. Many buyers and sellers are waiting for a clearer direction before making a move. But here is the twist. Mortgage rates
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What San Antonio Buyers & Homeowners Can Expect from the 2026 Housing Market
  The 2026 housing market is starting to reveal its direction, and one big question is on the minds of San Antonio buyers and homeowners: Will it finally feel easier to make a move. National experts from the National Association of REALTORS®, Realtor.com, and Zillow see gradual progress ahead. Nothi
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4 Housing Myths Debunked This Week: Here’s What the Data Actually Says
Real data. Real clarity. Real peace of mind. You know that moment at a holiday table when someone brings up the housing market and suddenly everyone has a hot take. Last week I found myself playing myth buster with actual numbers and watching the worry melt away as soon as the facts came out. So, le
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Selling Tips

feature image of What San Antonio Buyers & Homeowners Can Expect from the 2026 Housing Market
What San Antonio Buyers & Homeowners Can Expect from the 2026 Housing Market
  The 2026 housing market is starting to reveal its direction, and one big question is on the minds of San Antonio buyers and homeowners: Will it finally feel easier to make a move. National experts from the National Association of REALTORS®, Realtor.com, and Zillow see gradual progress ahead. Nothi
feature image of 4 Housing Myths Debunked This Week: Here’s What the Data Actually Says
4 Housing Myths Debunked This Week: Here’s What the Data Actually Says
Real data. Real clarity. Real peace of mind. You know that moment at a holiday table when someone brings up the housing market and suddenly everyone has a hot take. Last week I found myself playing myth buster with actual numbers and watching the worry melt away as soon as the facts came out. So, le
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San Antonio Leads Texas in Home Price Growth and What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
According to Homes.com, the price of homes in San Antonio jumped 2.9% in August 2025 compared to August 2024 with the median home price now at $312,074. That’s not just a local milestone it was the biggest year-over-year price increase in any Texas metro. But while that headline sounds exciting, let
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For San Antonio Homeowners

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4 Housing Myths Debunked This Week: Here’s What the Data Actually Says
Real data. Real clarity. Real peace of mind. You know that moment at a holiday table when someone brings up the housing market and suddenly everyone has a hot take. Last week I found myself playing myth buster with actual numbers and watching the worry melt away as soon as the facts came out. So, le
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Texas Propositions That Impact Homeowners and Property Taxes | What San Antonio Homeowners Should Know
This November, Texans will be voting on 17 constitutional amendments, but only a handful truly impact homeowners and property taxes. As a San Antonio Realtor, I’ve gone through each one to help you focus on the amendments that actually matter for your wallet  and your home. If you’re a Texas homeown
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How the Federal Shutdown Impacts San Antonio — and Where Help Is Available
When Congress fails to approve funding for federal agencies, the impact reaches far beyond Washington. San Antonio, home to one of the largest concentrations of federal employees and military personnel in the nation, is already feeling the effects. Here’s what you need to know about how the shutdown
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Kristen Smith

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Relocating to San Antonio? Here Is What You Must Know About Property Taxes
0If you are moving to San Antonio with your family, there is one topic that can quietly impact your monthly budget more than interest rates or HOA fees. Property taxes. Texas has no state income tax, which is great. But local governments fund schools, roads, and services through property taxes. That
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Relocating to San Antonio
A Military Family’s Complete PCS Guide to JBSA If you are relocating to San Antonio on military orders, you are not alone. San Antonio is one of the largest military hubs in the country and home to Joint Base San Antonio, which includes JBSA Randolph, JBSA Lackland, and Fort Sam Houston. I am an Air
feature image of The Truth About Buying a Home in San Antonio Right Now
The Truth About Buying a Home in San Antonio Right Now
If you are feeling unsure about the housing market, you are not alone. Rates are higher than anyone hoped for, prices keep moving upward, and headlines seem to change by the hour. Many buyers and sellers are waiting for a clearer direction before making a move. But here is the twist. Mortgage rates
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