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How a Single Late Payment Can Derail Your Homebuying Plans

February 11, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Educational real estate blog from Preferred Properties of Texas about protecting your credit score before buying a home.

Why One Missed Payment Hurts So Much Your payment history makes up the single largest portion of your credit score — around 35% of the total calculation. Here’s how this factor works: Lenders look at your history of paying bills on time across all accounts … [Read more...]

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Mortgage Breakdown: Choosing 15-Year or 30-Year Home Loans

August 28, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Comparing Costs and Benefits What makes 15-year and 30-year mortgages different—and why it matters for your budget 15-Year vs. 30-Year Mortgage: Which Loan Term is Right for You?Understanding the Pros and Cons of Each Mortgage Option When buying a home, one of the most … [Read more...]

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Tips for Picking a Great Real Estate Agent

July 31, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Do you have questions about Real Estate and how to pick the right agent?

Avoid costly mistakes and find the right expert with tips from Preferred Properties of Texas.   How to Choose a Great Real Estate Agent — with Preferred Properties of Texas Buying or selling a home (or ranch, or farm, or commercial property) is one of the … [Read more...]

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Kitchen Flooring Options, Find The Best Kitchen Flooring For You.

December 16, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

Choosing Kitchen flooring for your home.

Choosing the Right Kitchen Floor There are many factors that need to be considered when choosing the right kitchen floor. How often do you cook? Do you prefer an open floor plan or a cozier, closed-off one? What about durability, cleaning demands, resale impact, … [Read more...]

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Turn To An Expert For Advice

March 16, 2021 by chorton Leave a Comment

Buying or Selling in 2025? Trust Preferred Properties of Texas for Expert Guidance You Can’t Predict the Market—But You Can Choose the Right Guide Whether you’re buying your first home or selling a long-time property, our local professionals provide clear, honest … [Read more...]

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