Tana Springer, Realtor

11/09/2026

🚜 20 ACRES | NELSON ROAD | RIO HONDO, TX

Looking for farmland or your next land investment? Keep your eyes on this one! 👀

🌱 20 acres of agricultural land
💧 Irrigation rights with canal access
🚜 Currently leased for farming
📍 Nelson Road frontage
🌾 Two adjoining tracts sold together

💰 Offered at $299,000

📸 Professional photos coming soon!

11/09/2026

Some people want a bigger house. Others want a bigger GARAGE. 😎

What if you could have BOTH?!

I'm talking nearly 4,000 square feet of living space PLUS a 1,500-square-foot insulated workshop/garage with THREE bay doors! 🔥

And that's just the beginning...

🏡 5 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms
🌳 1.24 acres with mature shade and citrus trees
✨ Freshly remodeled throughout
🚗 Two gated entrances and a half-moon driveway
🚐 RV hookup
🛏️ TWO en suite bedrooms — perfect for extended family or guests
🌿 Irrigation water and plenty of outdoor space
🔑 No HOA!

And here's another exciting possibility... this property is listed as USDA eligible, which means qualified buyers may have a $0 down payment option!

📍 208 N Rabb Rd | La Feria, TX
💰 $485,000

Whether you're a car enthusiast, hobbyist, need room for multiple generations, or just want a little more breathing room, this property has OPTIONS!

Now tell me... what would YOU do with a 1,500-square-foot workshop? 👀

Creating the Silver Lining! ☀️

11/08/2026

Ever feel like your house is getting smaller... but your family isn't? 😂🏡

THIS might be the home you've been waiting for!

4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, TWO living areas, TWO dining areas... and finally, room for everyone to spread out!

🔥 Cozy fireplace for family movie nights
✨ Beautiful plantation shutters
🌳 Huge backyard with mature trees
🛝 And the kids' playset? It STAYS!

And did I mention it's MOVE-IN READY?!

📍 309 W Vinson Ave

Whether you need room for a growing family, a home office, or just a little breathing room from everyone else (we get it! 😂), this one deserves a look.

Who's claiming the upstairs living room? 👀

📲 Message me for the details or a private tour!

Creating the Silver Lining. ☀️

11/06/2026

What Experts Forecast for Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2027

Want to know what’s next for rates and prices? The forecasts are in.

And the outlook for the housing market in 2027 comes down to one word: steady.

The latest forecasts from Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and Wells Fargo show mortgage rates holding fairly flat through 2027. No big drop expected. No big spike either.

Lenders agree. In a recent HousingWire survey, 70% of mortgage executives said they expect rates to be around 7.5% or higher six months from now.

Home prices are on a steady path too. On average, those same forecasts show national prices rising about 1% to 1.5% a year through 2027.

So what does that mean for you?

If you’re buying, slower price growth gives you a little more breathing room. And instead of waiting on a rate drop that may not come, you can focus on what you can control, like a monthly payment that feels comfortable today.

If you’re selling, your house should keep holding its value, which makes it easier to plan your move around your goals and timeline.

Just keep in mind, these are national numbers. What’s happening in your neighborhood could look different.

Curious what a move could look like at today’s rates and prices? Let’s run the numbers together.

11/03/2026

Pop quiz. What credit score do you need to buy a home?

If your answer was B) 660 or C) 700 … you’re not alone. A lot of people believe you need "perfect" or “near perfect” credit.

But you probably don’t need as high a credit score as you think.

Even though a Veterans United survey shows 57% of would-be buyers think you need at least a 660, the long-standing benchmark for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans is 620, and even that isn’t a hard rule for every loan.

So the real answer? Both A) 620 and D) “it depends” are right.

And with all the changes to credit models lately, even more people will be able to buy than before.

Don’t let myths keep you locked into a lease. Let’s find out where you actually stand.

10/30/2026

Here's something most buyers overlook…

When the housing market slows down, homeowners and builders don't always have the same priorities.

A homeowner may be willing to wait for a better offer. But builders with completed homes sitting unsold often have more reason to keep sales moving.

In October, over 60% of builders offered some type of incentive. And almost half (43%) cut prices.

That could mean more negotiating opportunities for you.

The trick is knowing where to look. Let's find the builders with more move-in-ready homes available right now and see what they're willing to offer to get their inventory sold.

10/27/2026

Staging Could Put More Money in Your Pocket

If you’re selling soon, staging can help you draw in buyers and get the most for your house. Mid-level staging can bring a 350% return on what you spend. On a $400k house, the typical $4k cost can add about $18k in value. That could mean about $14k more in your pocket at closing. Working with a smaller budget? Even just decluttering and rearranging furniture can make a big difference. Let’s walk through your house together and pinpoint the updates that’ll help it sell sooner – and for more.

10/23/2026

Are you 1 in 4 million?

If you don't own a home yet, rent is probably the biggest monthly expense you have. And if you're not getting credit for paying it - now you can.

There’s a change rolling out now that lets renters opt in to counting their on-time rental payments toward their credit history. And that could help as many as 4 million more people qualify for a mortgage.

Maybe you’re one of them.

Even if you're not ready to buy a home today, there's no downside to taking simple steps to build your credit profile for the future.

It's time to take credit for bills you already pay. Ask me how.

10/20/2026

Hoping mortgage rates will come down soon? The latest inflation report just made that outlook a little more complicated.

Inflation climbed to 3.7% in September, higher than economists expected. And while rising gas prices were a big driver, costs increased across several other categories too.

Why does that matter for housing? Because stubborn inflation makes it harder for the Fed to justify lowering their Federal Funds Rate. It could even increase the chances of another hike.

Now, the Fed doesn't directly control mortgage rates. But inflation and Fed expectations influence them, which means there's no guarantee mortgage rates will move lower anytime soon.

If you're planning to buy or sell, don't let a hoped-for rate drop be the only thing driving your timeline.

Let's look at what today's market means for your move and build a plan around the numbers you can actually work with.

10/16/2026

Homes Are Still Selling – Even in a Slower Market

Don't let a headline about slowing home sales convince you no one is buying. Homes are still selling every minute of every day.

If you need or want to move, let's talk about what it'll take to make sure yours is one of them.

If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are slowing down, you may be wondering: is this really a good time to sell?