It’s summer, and that means the weather AND the real estate market are hot!!!

Don’t miss out on these free guides that are built especially for you to buy or sell your home this summer. They are full of tips from experts, budgeting ideas, transaction steps and checklists. They are a great place to start if you are unsure of how to begin your homeownership journey or your next move.

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If you have further questions about the guides or beginning the process of buying or selling, please contact us here at Hip Realty Group! We would love to assist you.
Buyer guide link:
www.homesforsaleindfwarea.com/info/buyer-guide

Seller guide link:
www.homesforsaleindfwarea.com/info/
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A couple weeks ago we got a deeper look into the name Hip Realty Group and what Honor meant to each team member. Today we are going to focus on the letter “I”, which stands for Integrity! Having integrity is an essential part of each day here at Hip Realty, and we strive to show integrity throughout the entire process of buying and selling real estate. Take a look at the quotes below to see what integrity means to us!


Tammie


Integrity comes from within and sets apart the mediocre from the exceptional. Integrity in the home, workplace, community and other areas of life begins with having respect & honor for oneself.


Jammi


To me integrity is the person I am around others or alone.  It is the internal consistency of character and moral code.  


Will


Integrity means doing what you know is right even if you don’t want to at that exact moment.


Angie


“Integrity is what you do when no one is watching.” I lo; ...

There has been a lot of data taken over the years for the real estate market. This data has produced some numbers that experts would label as “normal.” Certain aspects like mortgage rates, number of offers and others have a standard when market conditions are in their typical state. The purpose of this post is to help you get a better idea of how the current market is in relation to the usual real estate market.

1) Mortgage Rates

Freddie Mac has average mortgage rates for every decade since the 1970’s. 

1970’s: 8.86%
1980’s: 12.7%
1990’s: 8.12%
2000’s: 6.29%
2010’s: 4.09%

Today’s mortgage rate is 2.87%, which is drastically lower than any other rate recorded by experts. This shows us that the mortgage rates are not like the normal rates.

2) Home Appreciation

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An expert company states that average home price appreciation since 1995 has been around 4.14%. Forecasts for th; ...

Can you believe it’s a new month already? Neither can we! August flew by and it’s time for another month of goals and new events in the community. This is the place to find out where you want to be this month with your family or some friends. Check out these events coming up in September!


1) Autumn Fest

Image from Little Elm

 
When: September 16th through September 19th at Little Elm Park
This year, Little Elm Park is hosting a fun fall festival! Come have some fun at the park with live entertainment, a full carnival with rides and games, and food! The weekend ends by kicking off Oktoberfest. This will be an event you don’t want to miss.


2) Coffee with the Mayor

Image from Lifestyle Frisco

 
When: September 10th at 8am across from the Babe’s restaurant
If you are interested in the day to day life of the municipal court in Frisco, this is the event for you! Come take a tour of the beautifully renovated building and meet Frisco ; ...

At Hip Realty Group, we have a firm commitment to family and growing our Hip family. And yes, that includes our dogs! This post is dedicated to showing off our dogs and celebrating National Dog’s Day.


Charlotte


Tammie Slay’s dog Charlotte is one of her daughters! She has lots of spirit and will literally chew up anything she can get her mouth on. 


Halli and Kneesi


Jammi’s dogs are so different but so adorable!! They are great additions to the Finlayson family.


Maddie


Monika and Bree have had Maddie as a part of their family for years and she brings so much joy and laughter! (and sometimes frustration)


Prim


Gina’s dog is extremely snuggly and loves her family! She is also lazy and loves a good nap (but who doesn’t?).


Lily


Will LOVES his dog. Lily is full of life and energy and loves to play. She is also very loving!!


Rosie


Last but not least, we are so lucky to have Angie on our team now!! And; ...