Country Roots Realty Blog

      Here's a basic checklist for keeping your homes condition in check no matter what time of the year it is. Having some sort of a maintenance schedule, will hopefully help with unexpected costly breakdowns, and allow your home to stay looking it's best.…

          If you are new to Texas, you need to make sure your home is ready to embrace the upcoming summer heat so that it keeps your living space remaining cool and comfortable. Here are 10 tips to help you get ready for one of our East Texas…

Here are some frequently asked questions I get about real estate here in the "Pineywoods" of East Texas.   Important! Every state has different rules, regulations, and contracts, so some of these meanings may differ or not apply at all depending on where you live.…

So, You Just Bought a Home... Now What?   CONGRATULATIONS first of all! Being a new homeowner is definitely something to be proud of. Now, I am going to give you a few things to do that might get overlooked with all the excitement. 1. Secure your…

There is a lot of information out there. Some good... some not so good. Here are 10 real estate myths that I wanted to debunk. "Buyers need 20% cash down to get a loan." Not true at all. There are many different types of loan programs out there today that cater to lots…

      Last Updated 9/2025            Are you curious about how much you could list your property for in this area?                About the Author   Melissa Summers Hi there! I…

There are many different types of home loans out there today. We will go over some of the basics to help you in researching which one may be a good option for you. A mortgage is basically a home loan that you have agreed to pay back to a lender through financing terms…

Whether you are buying or selling property, it is always good to know the different roles of a real estate agent.      Provided by Texas Realtors®  "License holders have two requirements under Section 1101.558, Representation Disclosure, of The Real…

There are different costs associated with the purchase or sale of a property. Here is a snapshot of just some of what homebuyers and sellers can expect, so they are not caught off guard.       Loan Application, Credit Check Fee, Appraisal Buyer, depending on…

Buying a new home can be overwhelming, especially, if you are a first-time home buyer. Here are just a few questions I would be asking.     What does the utilities cost on average throughout the year? This is sometimes overlooked when figuring the…

Looking For Something To Do Around East Texas?   Christmas Farmers Market  Dec 6th at 9am-1pm 300 W Panola, Carthage, TX 75633 Panola County Chamber of Commerce Join us for a special Christmas Farmers Market, Saturday December 6th, 9AM - 1PM. Food, fun,…

  Moving is stressful all on its own, but when you add in the addition that kids or pets (or both) can bring to the mix, it can feel downright impossible. Depending on the age of your children and whether your fur baby is a cat or a dog, can make some moves easier than…

If you’re not familiar with home inspections, then you might have a lot of questions about what gets inspected, why you even need one, and what you can expect if something shows up that might be a red flag. There’s a lot to know about a home inspection, and your…

REALTOR®, Graduate Realtor Institute Designation Informational Video   Whether you are buying or selling, look for a REALTOR® who's taken professional training to the next level. REALTORS® with the GRI designation have in-depth training in legal and regulatory…

Have you ever found yourself lost in trying to learn the lingo of real state? Don't feel bad. There are a many very formal sounding terms and "verbiage" we all had to learn to work in this profession, and we didn't learn it all overnight. One of the first things everyone…

Is now the best time to sell your home, or buy your next property? That’s an intensely personal question that depends on a number of factors that each person must ultimately make themselves.  Mortgage rates and inflation are on everyone's mind these past couple…

When you're selling your house, it can be tempting to hope that buyers will see past the surface to the beautiful bone structure of your abode and realize what a lovely life they could make in it.  But the truth is that most homes could use a little bit of a facelift…