Higher Mortgage Rates in 2026: Is Now Still a Good Time to Buy a Home?
Mortgage rates are back in the headlines, and many prospective homebuyers are asking the same question: Should I buy a home with mortgage rates this high, or should I wait? Higher borrowing costs deserve consideration, but a mortgage rate in a national headline doesn’t tell the whole story. Today’s housing market also offers something buyers […]
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 […]
A 6 Percent Mortgage Rate Could Ignite the Next Wave of Home Buying
In recent weeks, mortgage rates have decreased, which is significant for the Corpus Christi home market. The 30-year fixed mortgage is predicted by many forecasters to reach 6% in the upcoming year. Many local buyers were priced out by rates close to 7% at the beginning of 2025. Reduced prices restore affordability and reopen doors […]
PADRE ISLAND HOUSING REPORT – JUNE 2025
Corpus Christi Association of Realtors has posted the Padre Island Corpus Christi Housing Report for June 2025. Our active listing median prices have softened the past month to $358,500 which is actually a 24.6% decrease from where it was compared to last June at this time! CCAR shows us the data that has slightly declined for active listings […]
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 In reality, this outdated belief keeps many qualified buyers on the sidelines, waiting longer than necessary to make their move.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, […]