Puppy Scams Cost Families Thousands Across Texas
A new puppy should bring joy, but for many Texans it has brought costly disappointment instead. Better Business Bureau Heart of Texas is warning consumers after more than 35 puppy scam reports were submitted to BBB Scam Tracker from December 2025 through February 2026, totaling more than $31,000 in reported losses. Pet scams usually start […]
2026 Home Improvement Tips
Create a Budget. Most home improvement projects end up being over budget by 10%. To avoid costly surprises during the process of improving your home, be sure to reserve 10-15% of your budget to cover unknown expenses. Get Multiple Estimates. It’s important to meet with at least three contractors and request detailed estimates in writing from […]
Scam Alert: Home title fraud
Home title fraud happens when someone obtains the title to your property and changes ownership from your information to theirs. The scary part is, you may not even realize it has happened until it’s too late. How the Scam Works: Scammers will choose a house, sometimes a second home, rental or vacant house. They then […]
A New Horizon for Housing: Why Summer 2026 Promises Unprecedented Growth and Affordability
March 2026 has marked a pivotal turning point for the American housing market, setting the stage for a remarkably optimistic outlook as we approach the summer. The alignment of sweeping executive actions and bipartisan legislative progress will work to alleviate the twin pressures of constrained mortgage credit and stifled housing supply. On March 13, 2026, […]
Home Seller’s Checklist: 10 Must-Ask Questions Before Hiring an Agent
Protect your profit, peace of mind, and property by getting the answers to these make-or-break questions before signing anything. At Coastline Properties We Will Gladly Answer Each & Every One Of Them!! How Will You Price My Home Accurately for Today’s Market? Pricing too high means it sits. Too low, and you lose money. Ask […]
Tourism-Ready: Preparing Padre Island for a Strong 2026 Season
As we enter 2026, the island and the greater Corpus Christi area are gearing up for another successful tourism season, with several city efforts focused on enhancing the visitor experience while supporting local businesses and residents alike. With Spring Break and summer on the horizon, the City proactively launches beach maintenance, park improvements, and business-friendly […]
Buying a Home in 2025: Understanding Down Payments and Financing Options
For many potential homeowners, especially first-time buyers, the biggest hurdle in the home buying process is the down payment. A common misconception persists that buyers need 20 percent down to purchase a home. In reality, this outdated belief keeps many qualified buyers on the sidelines, waiting longer than necessary to make their move. In 2025, […]
Existing Home Sales Show Signs of Resurgence
Despite recent challenges, the U.S. housing market is poised for a resurgence in 2025, offering promising opportunities for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. In 2024, existing-home sales dipped to 4.06 million units – the lowest since 1995- primarily due to elevated mortgage rates hovering between 6% and 8%. However, a shift is on the horizon. […]
National Mental Health Awareness Month
Each year, May is designated as National Mental Health Awareness Month. This awareness month began to educate communities about mental health conditions and provide support along with resources to those individuals living with mental illness. Millions across the country are affected by mental illness each year. According to the Texas Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council, […]
BBB Scam Alert: Investment Scams Cost Texas Residents
Within the first two months of 2025, Texas residents have reported nearly $500,000 lost to investment scams to BBB Scam Tracker, with many reports detailing new promotional tactics scammers are using that encourage investors to participate in the scheme. By framing an investment opportunity with ‘New Year’ discounts on service, withdrawal, and tax fees, some Texas […]