Buyer & Seller Resources
Everything You Need to Navigate DFW Real Estate
Free guides, calculators, market reports, and expert tips — curated by Porsha Burns to help you buy, sell, and invest with confidence.
Buyer Guides & Checklists
From pre-approval to closing day, these resources walk you through every step of buying a home in DFW.
First-Time Buyer Checklist
A step-by-step checklist covering everything from getting pre-approved to making your first offer — so nothing falls through the cracks.
How to Choose the Right Neighborhood
Schools, commute times, walkability, and future development — the factors that matter most when picking where to plant roots in DFW.
Understanding Your Purchase Contract
Plain-English breakdown of the Texas REALTORS® purchase contract — what every clause means and what to watch out for.
Making a Competitive Offer in a Hot Market
Strategies to win in multiple-offer situations without overpaying — escalation clauses, appraisal gaps, and more.
Seller Guides & Prep Tips
Maximize your sale price and minimize days on market with Porsha's proven seller playbook.
Home Staging on Any Budget
Simple, high-impact staging tips that make buyers fall in love — from decluttering and curb appeal to furniture arrangement and lighting.
How Your Home Gets Priced
Understand the Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) process and how Porsha determines the right list price to attract buyers and maximize your net.
Best Time to Sell in DFW
Seasonal market trends, days-on-market data, and timing strategies specific to the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
Pre-Listing Inspection Checklist
Address issues before buyers find them. This checklist helps you identify and fix the items that most commonly derail deals.
Investor Tools & Analysis
Run the numbers before you commit. These tools help you evaluate deals, estimate returns, and build a smarter portfolio.
Rental Property Cash Flow Calculator
Estimate monthly cash flow, cap rate, and cash-on-cash return for any DFW rental property. Input purchase price, rent, expenses, and financing to see your projected returns.
Explore Investor PageFix & Flip Profit Estimator
Calculate your potential profit on a flip by entering acquisition cost, estimated rehab budget, ARV (after-repair value), and holding costs.
Explore Investor PageGross Rent Multiplier (GRM) Guide
Learn how to quickly screen investment properties using the GRM formula — a fast way to compare deals before running a full analysis.
Explore Investor PageDFW Investor Market Overview
Current vacancy rates, average rents by submarket, appreciation trends, and the neighborhoods with the strongest investor fundamentals right now.
Explore Investor PageDFW Market Reports
Stay ahead of the market with current data on home prices, inventory, and trends across the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex.
Dallas County
Seller's Market
Median Price
$385,000
Avg. DOM
28 days
Inventory
1.8 months
Tarrant County
Balanced Market
Median Price
$340,000
Avg. DOM
34 days
Inventory
2.4 months
Collin County
Seller's Market
Median Price
$465,000
Avg. DOM
22 days
Inventory
1.5 months
Denton County
Seller's Market
Median Price
$410,000
Avg. DOM
25 days
Inventory
1.7 months
Market data is approximate and updated periodically. Contact Porsha for a current, property-specific analysis.
Financing Your DFW Home
Understanding your financing options is the foundation of a successful real estate transaction.
Loan Types Explained
Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and jumbo loans — what each one requires, who qualifies, and when each makes sense for DFW buyers.
How Much House Can You Afford?
The 28/36 rule, debt-to-income ratios, and how lenders actually calculate your buying power — with DFW-specific examples.
Rate vs. Points: What to Choose?
When it makes sense to buy down your interest rate and when to keep cash in your pocket — a straightforward breakdown.
Down Payment Assistance Programs
Texas-specific programs that help first-time buyers with down payment and closing costs — eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Your Complete First-Time Buyer Roadmap
Buying your first home in DFW doesn't have to be overwhelming. Porsha walks you through every step — from credit check to closing day.
Step 01
Check Your Credit & Finances
Pull your credit report, review your score, and understand your debt-to-income ratio. Most loan programs require a minimum 620 score; FHA allows 580 with 3.5% down.
Step 02
Get Pre-Approved
A pre-approval letter shows sellers you're serious and tells you exactly how much home you can afford. Porsha can connect you with trusted DFW lenders.
Step 03
Explore Down Payment Assistance
As a TSAHC-certified REALTOR®, Porsha can walk you through state programs that may cover up to 5% of your purchase price — potentially eliminating your down payment entirely.
Step 04
Start Your Home Search
With your budget set and pre-approval in hand, Porsha curates a personalized list of homes that match your criteria — no wasted weekends on the wrong properties.
Step 05
Make an Offer & Negotiate
Porsha's ABR® designation means you have a certified buyer's rep in your corner — negotiating price, repairs, and terms to protect your interests.
Step 06
Close & Get Your Keys
From inspection to final walkthrough, Porsha manages every detail so closing day is a celebration, not a surprise.
Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation
Porsha Burns is a TSAHC-certified REALTOR® — trained and authorized to help eligible Texas buyers access state-backed down payment assistance and mortgage programs.
Home Sweet Texas
Up to 5% down payment assistance
Available to low- and moderate-income buyers statewide. Assistance comes as a grant (no repayment required) or a deferred forgivable second lien.
All eligible Texas buyers
Income limits apply by county
Homes for Texas Heroes
Up to 5% down payment assistance
Designed for Texas public servants and heroes. Teachers, law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, veterans, and nurses may qualify for below-market rates plus down payment help.
Teachers, firefighters, police, veterans, nurses
Income limits apply by county
Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC)
Federal tax credit up to $2,000/year
The MCC converts a portion of your mortgage interest into a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit — reducing your tax bill every year you live in the home.
First-time buyers
Income and purchase price limits apply
Who May Qualify?
Ask Porsha if you qualify — it takes 5 minutes to find out.
Call 979-4-PORSHAExplore DFW Communities
Every neighborhood has its own personality. Here's a quick snapshot of the most sought-after communities Porsha serves.
Frisco
Collin County
Master-planned, family-friendly
Top-rated schools, rapid growth, corporate hub
McKinney
Collin County
Historic charm meets modern growth
Walkable downtown, award-winning schools
Southlake
Tarrant County
Upscale, luxury living
Carroll ISD, Town Square, executive community
Arlington
Tarrant County
Sports, entertainment, value
AT&T Stadium, UTA, affordable entry point
Plano
Collin County
Corporate, established, diverse
Fortune 500 HQs, Legacy West, top schools
Fort Worth
Tarrant County
Western heritage, urban revival
Cultural district, Sundance Square, TCU
Have Questions? Just Call Porsha.
No scripts, no pressure — just honest answers from a REALTOR® who knows the DFW market inside and out.