Plain-English guides to buying, selling, building and moving in Central Texas, from Temple and Belton down to Buda and Kyle. Each one walks through the Texas forms, deadlines, property taxes and local details we explain to our own clients, with links to the official sources.
Buyers
Every step from pre-approval to keys under Texas practice: the buyer agreement, TREC contract, option period, disclosures, title, closing and your homestead exemption.
Sellers
Pricing from a market analysis, prep, the disclosures Texas requires, negotiating the option period, seller closing costs and tax prorations.
Property taxes
How Texas property taxes are calculated, the $140,000 school homestead exemption, the 10% cap, protests, and what MUD and PID charges add, with real 2025 Williamson County rates.
New construction
Bringing your own agent on the first visit, builder contracts vs. TREC forms, lender incentives, phased inspections, warranties, and the MUD, PID and HOA costs common in new communities.
Relocation
The main cities from Temple and Belton to Buda and Kyle, their counties and school districts, major employers, commute corridors, utilities, ERCOT and how Texas taxes compare.
Guides are general information, not legal or tax advice. Questions about your own move? Talk with one of our agents or see our Central Texas real estate FAQ. Jorgenson Real Estate, TREC #9004354.