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Ghazala Shaheen Realtor in Plano & Richardson TX

Best School Districts in Texas: How Plano ISD Really Ranks for 2026 Homebuyers

Texas is full of highly rated school districts, but Plano ISD stands out as a large, well‑run system with solid academics, perfect financial scores, and award‑winning governance—making Plano a smart choice for families who want strong schools without paying “tiny‑district” premiums.
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Interest rates in 2026

Will Mortgage Rates Ever Go Back to 3%? A Plano Buyer’s Reality Check

Mortgage rates around 3% were a historic exception, not a normal market condition. Most experts do not expect rates to return to those levels anytime soon. For Plano buyers, the smarter move is learning how to buy strategically in today’s 5–6% rate environment.
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Living in Plano TX 2026

What Is It Really Like Living in Plano, TX Day to Day?

Living in Plano, TX feels like safe, busy suburban life with strong schools, lots of parks and shopping, and higher‑than‑average housing costs supported by solid local incomes.
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Plano & Richardson Real Estate Market Update | Week of January 9, 2026

This weekly update breaks down the latest housing market trends and explains what they mean for buyers and sellers in Plano and Richardson, especially as mortgage rates stabilize and the market becomes more balanced.
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Buying Home At 6% Interest Rate

Is It a Good Time to Buy a House in Plano, TX Now That Rates Have Dropped to 6.15%?

Plano’s median price has eased to about $520,000 with more inventory and longer days on market, giving buyers more leverage than in recent years. With 30‑year mortgage rates now near 6.15% instead of 7%+, qualified buyers finally have more choice, more negotiating power, and a realistic path to buy now and refinance later if rates dip.
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New Construction in Plano TX

New Construction in Plano, TX: How Luxury Enclaves and Townhomes Are Redefining the Market

New construction in Plano, TX looks very different today, with just 19 new single‑family sales but 42 new‑build townhomes in 2025, plus exclusive luxury enclaves like Bluff Hollow and Normandy Estates leading the high‑end market. ​
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