Will mortgage rates go down in 2026, or stay around 6% (especially for Collin County buyers)?

If you’re house-hunting in Collin County right now, you’ve probably realized one thing: the rate matters just as much as the price. The good news is that rates ended 2025 lower than they started, and we kicked off 2026 with the 30-year fixed mortgage averaging 6.15% (Freddie Mac’s weekly survey). Fr

Homestead Exemption in Collin County, TX: How to Save on Property Taxes & How to File

What a Homestead Exemption Actually Is A homestead exemption is a property tax benefit available to Texas homeowners who live in their home as their primary residence. When you file for it, a portion of your home’s value is excluded from taxation. That means your tax bill is calculated on a lower va

Political + Legal Stories Tied to Collin County Officials

Searches always climb when Collin County officials become part of regional or statewide political stories. While these moments fluctuate with the news cycle, they highlight our county’s growing influence within North Texas. For residents and relocators, it’s helpful to separate political noise from

Collin County Election Results and What They Mean for Residents

  Local elections don’t always get splashy headlines, but they shape daily life, especially when public safety, transportation funding, and county governance measures are on the ballot. Recent election results in Collin County point toward continued investment in emergency services, road expansion,