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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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New Construction

New Construction Homes in Richardson, TX: 2025 Market Data, Pricing Trends

New construction in Richardson, TX is evolving toward smaller infill communities and higher‑end finishes, with prices trending above the city’s overall median but buyers gaining more leverage as inventory and days on market increase.
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HOA in Plano and Richardson - pros and cons

HOAs in Plano and Richardson: What They Do, Pros, Cons, and Costs for Homeowners

Homeowners associations (HOAs) are common in Plano and Richardson and can impact your budget, rules, and neighborhood feel. When you buy in a mandatory HOA in Texas, you receive the HOA documents and have a separate right to walk away if they are not a fit.
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Plano vs Frisco- Which one is better for families

Plano vs Frisco in 2026: Best Dallas Suburb for Families?

Plano and Frisco are two of the top family‑friendly suburbs north of Dallas, but they offer slightly different strengths in 2026. Plano leans more established and budget‑flexible, while Frisco feels newer, sportier, and a bit more premium.
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Plano Housing Market 2026

Are Home Prices Dropping in Plano, Texas? What Buyers and Sellers Should Expect in 2026

Plano home prices have cooled slightly from their peak, but the data shows a mild correction and mostly stable market, not a crash. For 2026 buyers and sellers, smart pricing and negotiation matter more than waiting for a big drop.
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