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Elena Garrett, Realtor in Dallas Texas - My Blog

DFW’s Hidden Gems: The Best Zip Codes for Your Next Rental Property Investment

Discover the investment opportunities in the Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market, where strategic investments promise prosperous returns. Our analysis reveals the top ZIP codes, aligning perfectly with the 1% rule, to guide you in securing the most lucrative rental property investments in North Texas.


Father’s Day Reflection: Financial Planning for Modern Day Fathers

by Elena Garrett, June 16, 2023 Financial wellness is crucial for fathers, and it’s important to consider various strategies to secure their future and the well-being of their families. Budgeting and Planning: Create a comprehensive monthly budget to manage income and expenses effectively. This will lay the foundation for your Read more…


A Mother’s Day Gift That Lasts A Lifetime

Celebration of Mother’s Day typically comes with bouquets of flowers, boxes of chocolates, fruit baskets, photo frames, and other cute but meaningless gifts that rarely address the true financial and personal sacrifices that women and mothers do for their families. This year, consider doing something more meaningful and more unique. Read more…


3 Ways to Save on Your Mortgage

March 2033, by Elena Garrett Many home shoppers experience sticker shock at the cost of home mortgages in 2023. Elena and Melissa Condensa from Guild Mortgage go over a few recent changes to home loans that may help home buyers to stay within their budget while everyone else scrambles. A Read more…


Changes to Conventional Loan Costs – March 2023

By Elena Garrett Starting in April 2023, it may cost many home loan borrowers even more money to use conventional loans. Elena and Melissa Condensa from Guild Mortgage discuss the changes and what they mean for people’s home-buying plans in 2023. A short overview of the discussion: For borrowers with Read more…


Protect Your Mortgage & Your Income Security

A well-designed insurance policy can pay off the entire remaining balance of your mortgage, as well as cover the costs of other living expenses for your family in the event any of the following happens to you or your spouse:
death
long-term disability
critical illness (such as cancer, heart attack, stroke, organ failure, loss of mobility, etc)
terminal illness
serious illnesses preventing employment for 90 days or more


Applying for a Homestead Exemption in Texas

The completed application and required documentation are due no later than April 30 of the tax year for which you are applying.


Financial Fitness Club

financial fitness with #elena

Whether you are buying, selling, renting, or investing – better financial fitness is always the goal Buyers – learn how to improve your cash flow and grow your savings more efficiently Sellers – learn how to minimize your taxes and maximize your profits Renters – learn how to prepare for Read more…