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George: My agent had me sign a contract that she's not authorized to use. Is our agreement still valid?
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Overpriced or under-analyzed?
by MARTY KRAMER
consumer columnist
 When it comes to consuming information, brevity rules the day. We like sound bites, info-graphics, and other quick-hit information that makes us feel we have a handle on things. The trouble is that in our rush to cram everything in, we often miss the deeper understanding. Read more
Some lenders too picky on foreclosure financing
by tom Kelly
investment columnist
 Remember when lenders were content to sell foreclosed homes to any qualified buyer? Their oft-repeated message: “We’re in the lending business, not the real estate business.” Read more
Even wooly-headed profs have good ideas
By David S. Jones
INSIGHT FROM ONE OF THE EXPERTS
AT THE TEXAS REAL ESTATE CENTER
 In the academic world, applied research is — to put it mildly — frowned upon. To get ahead (i.e., tenure) "real" professors must write a number of think-pieces for scholarly journals refereed by their peers. That’s why the researchers at the Real Estate Center at Texas A&M University are so popular with everyday Texans, but have rarely gotten the respect they deserve from academia. Read more
Moving to Texas
If you're thinking about moving to Texas, here's a guide to get you started. Read more
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Texas homeowners win important protections in constitutional amendment election
In November, Texas voters passed several Constitutional amendments to strengthen private property rights in our state. One of the most important amendments added protections for citizens against a government entity’s unjust taking of private land and homesteads through eminent domain. 