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The Openshaw Realty Group at REAL - Fort Worth/Weatherford Texas, Services Available In:, Fort Worth, TX (2026)

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12/30/2025

💥 1 in 4 Home Contracts Just Fell Through in DFW

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Not enough people are talking about this and I believe you deserve to know.

Over the last 7 days, a surprising number of homes went under contract… then came back on the market across North Texas.

Here’s what the data shows 👇

Back-On-Market Rates (Last 7 Days):
1️⃣ Dallas County: 29.8%
2️⃣ Denton County: 25.1%
3️⃣ Tarrant County: 19.2%
4️⃣ Parker County: 15.2%

What this means (in plain English):
• Buyers are pushing back on price
• Inspections and appraisals are killing bad deals
• Overpriced homes are getting exposed
• Homes ARE selling - just not at any price

This isn’t a frozen market.
It’s a fact-based market.

If you’re buying, selling, or even thinking about it - this matters more than headlines.

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Kirstine Openshaw | Your Fort Worth Realtor 🏠✨
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12/06/2025

Portable Mortgages Could Break the Housing Market Lock-In, but Do Little for Affordability - FHFA evaluates new loan option for Fort Worth homeowners with low mortgage rates

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The Federal Housing Finance Agency is evaluating portable mortgages - a new loan type that would let Fort Worth homeowners transfer their existing low interest rate to their next home. For those sitting on 3-4% rates, this could be a game-changer.

How It Works: Unlike traditional mortgages paid off at sale, portable mortgages move with you. Have a $500,000 mortgage at 4% with $300,000 in equity? Buy a $400,000 home in Aledo and keep that 4% rate. Upgrading to $750,000? You'd need cash or a second loan at higher rates for the difference.

Fort Worth Market Impact:

80% of mortgage holders have rates under 6% - creating the "lock-in effect"
Could increase GDP by $11.6 billion by 2050
Only addresses half the mobility problem in DFW
Who Benefits:

✅ Current Fort Worth homeowners with low rates

✅ Families relocating within DFW, Aledo, Weatherford, NW Tarrant

Who's Left Behind:

❌ First-time Fort Worth buyers still face 6.5% rates

❌ Renters entering the market

The Reality: This is still in evaluation - no timeline, no funding secured, Congress approval needed. Portable mortgages work in Canada/U.K. but could disrupt U.S. mortgage markets and push rates higher. The bigger issue remains: homes are still too expensive for first-time buyers.

Would this make you more likely to move in Fort Worth?

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Kirstine Openshaw
Founder of the Fort Worth Pulse | Your Fort Worth Real Estate Team

📰 Sources: Realtor.com, HousingWire, Fox Business, National Mortgage News, FHFA

12/05/2025

7 Things Fort Worth Buyers REGRET Missing During a Showing

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Touring homes around Fort Worth, Aledo, Weatherford & NW Tarrant County? It's easy to get distracted by beautiful staging and fresh paint... but missing these hidden red flags can cost you thousands after closing.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗯𝘂𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸:
🚰 Water pressure issues - A weak flow could mean expensive plumbing problems ahead
💡 Artificial lighting tricks - Is it staged dark for a reason? Natural light matters in DFW homes
🚗 Neighborhood parking reality - That peaceful 10am showing might look very different at 8pm
📦 Storage space - Where will your holiday decorations actually go in your Texas home?
👃 Suspicious smells - Air fresheners and candles sometimes hide mold, pets, or water damage
🏡 Future growth potential - Does this home fit your 5-year plan in a growing Fort Worth market?
✈️ The DFW Noise Test - Living near Carswell jets, I-20/I-30, or rail lines? Step outside and listen

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆:
Most deal-breakers in North Texas aren't cosmetic issues you can see, they're functional problems that surface after you've already signed. Smart buyers ask deeper questions, negotiate better, and buy with confidence.

👇 Comment "REGRET" to download our complete Fort Worth Buyer's Home Showing Checklist—because spotting issues early means negotiating better and avoiding expensive surprises!

𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁?

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Kirstine Openshaw

Founder of the Fort Worth Pulse | Your Fort Worth Real Estate Team

12/04/2025

𝟯 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗧𝗲𝘅𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘀 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼

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Not enough people know this but several of the new Texas laws taking effect in December and January will influence neighborhoods, investors, HOAs, commercial development, and even long-term property values across DFW.

Here are the only real-estate-relevant laws that matter:

Key Highlights
1️⃣ HB 26: HOA Policing Contracts
HOAs can now contract directly with law enforcement for added patrols. Expect this to shape neighborhood safety plans, HOA dues, and buyer demand.

2️⃣ HB 9: Business Inventory Tax Exemption
$125K of business inventory is now tax-free. Great for industrial & warehouse growth but cities may raise property tax rates to offset revenue losses.

3️⃣ SB 38: Faster Eviction Process for Squatters
Investors and landlords get stronger protections. Faster removal of illegal occupants lowers risk for vacant homes, rentals, and development sites.

Trends to Watch
• Stronger HOA control may impact neighborhood budgets
• Industrial expansion = higher land demand across DFW
• Faster evictions reduce carrying costs for investors
• Local tax shifts could affect homeowners long-term

Why It Matters
Policies like these shape safety, taxes, and investor protections aka the exact factors that drive where families choose to live and where developers put their money.

Which law do you think will impact Texas homeowners the most?

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Kirstine Openshaw | Your Fort Worth Realtor 🏠✨

SOURCES:
Texas Legislature Online - HB 26, HB 9, SB 38
• HB 26 (HOA & Law Enforcement Contracts): capitol.texas.gov
• HB 9 (Business Inventory Tax Exemption): capitol.texas.gov
• SB 38 (Accelerated Evictions for Squatters): capitol.texas.gov

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