The Bears Home Group

The Bears Home Group TREC LIC # 643960

Driven by community values and love for central Texas, Chris utilizes tried and true practices coupled with new technologies to make your home sale or purchase a smooth and enjoyable process.

Buyers…the door is OPEN. 🚪More than 1 in 4 Austin-area homes had a price reduction in August, and that’s before we even ...
09/12/2026

Buyers…the door is OPEN. 🚪

More than 1 in 4 Austin-area homes had a price reduction in August, and that’s before we even start talking about what can potentially be negotiated in an offer. Depending on the home and financing, that could mean opportunities around price, closing costs, repairs, rate buydowns and other terms.

And new construction? That’s where things get even more interesting. 👀 I’m seeing Central Texas builders offering below-market rates, thousands toward closing costs, price reductions, flex cash and even appliance packages. The opportunity isn’t necessarily waiting for rates to fall; it’s knowing where the deals are right now.

Comment “OPPORTUNITY” and I’ll show you what I’m finding.

Christopher. Chris. Realtor. The guy who keeps sending you houses you didn’t ask for. 😂Call me whatever you want. Just m...
09/09/2026

Christopher. Chris. Realtor. The guy who keeps sending you houses you didn’t ask for. 😂

Call me whatever you want. Just make sure you call me when you’re ready to make a move.

Whether that means buying your first home, selling the one you’ve outgrown, checking out new construction, or figuring out what your options even look like, I’m here to help you navigate it.

📍 Leander | Liberty Hill | Georgetown | Cedar Park | Round Rock + Central Texas

And yes… I’ll even open the door for you. 😉

Friday nights just hit different in Central Texas. 🏈The lights are on, the bands are playing, and communities across the...
09/03/2026

Friday nights just hit different in Central Texas. 🏈

The lights are on, the bands are playing, and communities across the Austin area are filling the stands. Whether you’ve lived here your whole life or you’re still figuring out which community feels like home, Friday Night Lights are a pretty great way to experience the people and traditions that make each town unique.

🏈 Games of the Week | Friday, September 4

Liberty Hill Panthers @ San Marcos Rattlers
Hutto Hippos @ Converse Judson Rockets
Leander Lions @ Lockhart Lions
Vandegrift Vipers vs. San Antonio Johnson Jaguar

Around here, choosing where to live is about more than the house. It’s the schools, the traditions, the Friday nights, and the community you get to call home.

Who are you cheering for this week? Drop your team below. 👇

08/29/2026

🏡 Two $400,000 homes — Two Different monthly payments

That’s something buyers don’t always realize when they start scrolling through homes online.

Your monthly housing payment isn’t based on purchase price alone. Depending on your financing and the property, it can also include things like:

Principal + Interest
Property Taxes
Homeowners Insurance
Mortgage Insurance (loan specific)

And here in Central Texas, property tax rates can vary from one community to the next.

📍 HOME A
$400,000 purchase price
1.6% property tax rate
= potentially lower monthly payment

📍 HOME B
$400,000 purchase price
2.6% property tax rate
= potentially higher monthly payment

Same $400K price tag. Two different monthly numbers.

Online mortgage calculators can be a great starting point for getting a rough idea, but when you’re ready to get serious, I can connect you with one of my trusted lenders who can break down the financing and give you numbers specific to your situation.

That’s also why I encourage buyers to think beyond “What price can I afford?”

A better question might be:

“What monthly payment am I comfortable with?”

Then we can build your home search around that.

Thinking about buying in Central Texas? DM me “PAYMENT” and I’ll help you figure out where to start.

🏈 Friday Night Lights are BACK in Central Texas!One of the best signs that fall is getting closer? High school football ...
08/27/2026

🏈 Friday Night Lights are BACK in Central Texas!

One of the best signs that fall is getting closer? High school football is back under the lights.

Opening week kicks off for many of our local teams, and there are some great matchups to keep an eye on:

🏈 Westlake vs. Inglewood (CA) — The Chaparrals open the season with an interstate matchup against California’s Inglewood Sentinels.

🏈 Legacy Ranch vs. Manor New Tech — Another local opening-week matchup to watch as Legacy Ranch enters its first season of varsity football.

🏈 Cedar Park vs. A&M Consolidated — The Timberwolves get their season underway.

Friday nights around here are about more than football. It’s students, parents, marching bands, packed stands and communities showing up for their hometown teams — one of those traditions that makes living in Central Texas feel like home.

That’s the part of Central Texas living I love highlighting. When you’re choosing where to call home, you’re not just choosing a house — you’re choosing the parks, restaurants, schools, traditions and community that become part of your everyday life.

And around here, Friday nights under the lights are definitely part of it. 🏈

👇 Who are you cheering for this season? Drop your team below!

Monday reminder: you might be closer to buying a home than you think. 👈I talk to plenty of people who assume they need p...
08/24/2026

Monday reminder: you might be closer to buying a home than you think. 👈

I talk to plenty of people who assume they need perfect credit, a huge down payment, or everything figured out before they can even start looking.

Guess what? There are down payment assistance programs, zero-down options for qualified buyers, and even opportunities for builders or sellers to help with closing costs. There may be more options available than you realize.

Sometimes the first step is simply finding out where you stand, what you may qualify for, and what a comfortable monthly payment looks like for you.

So if you caught yourself pointing back at the screen… maybe it’s time. 😂

DM me “ROADMAP” and let’s figure out what your path to homeownership could look like.

08/19/2026

Seller contributions can be a powerful tool when buying a home, but how much can you actually ask for?

It depends on your loan.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

Conventional: Generally 3%–9% for a primary residence/second home depending on your down payment/LTV. With as little as 3% down, generally up to 3%.

FHA: Up to 6%

USDA: Up to 6%

VA: Up to 4% for certain seller concessions, but allowable closing costs and normal discount points may be paid in addition to that 4% limit.

These contributions can potentially help with eligible closing costs, prepaids, rate buydowns and more.

And remember: allowed doesn’t mean guaranteed. That’s where having the right strategy and negotiation comes in.

Save this one for your home search, and send it to someone thinking about buying in Central Texas.

***Loan guidelines, contribution limits and eligible costs vary. Always confirm with your lender for your specific loan and transaction.

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Cedar Park, TX

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Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm

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