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Each week, 2015 HAR Chair Nancy Furst writes a column that is published in the Sunday Houston Chronicle Real Estate section. These columns cover a wide range of consumer-focused topics ranging from the value of working with a Realtor and how to boost curb appeal when selling a home to the benefits of a homeowners association and what a home inspection entails.
 

Tax incentives for homeowners sweeten the deal for buyers
June 14, 2015

Make a difference in your community as a volunteer

June 7, 2015

Getting the greatest value out of home remodeling

May 31, 2015 

Five questions to consider before buying first home

May 24, 2015

Avoid these mistakes when shopping for a home

May 17, 2015

Consider these factors before becoming a landlord

May 10, 2015

Save energy to leave more green in your pockets

May 3, 2015

Maintenance needed to preserve home value

April 26, 2015

You can be a savvy first-time home seller in today’s market 

April 19, 2015

What to do if you must file a complaint in real estate

April 12, 2015

Inspectors may find flaws in ‘perfect’ home