Title Insurance 101
TEXAS TITLE INSURANCE Purchasing real estate is often one of the largest financial decisions made in a lifetime. A title insurance policy is designed to protect your ownership of that purchase. In other words, it provides peace of mind and, more importantly, financial and legal protection for any damages a property owner incurs as a [...]
Texas Property Taxes & Homestead Exemption Explained
TEXAS PROPERTY TAXES Property Taxes in Texas are set out by provisions found in the Texas Constitution and Tax Code. If you are a home/property owner, your tax amount is based upon the market value of your property as of January 1 of the current year and will be reevaluated at least every three [...]
Dallas-Fort Worth Tax Day Deals
It's tax time! And with tomorrow's looming deadline (April 17th) , we're sure you're in need of a pick-me-up. Whether you already filed or this blog post serves as a reminder to get it done, you deserve a break from the stress and potentially the cost of having to owe. Below you will find some [...]
Carlisle Title Sponsors Heroes for Children’s Easter Event
At its foundation, Carlisle Title is built on service, and not only does it seek to serve customers and clients, but also the surrounding DFW community. Throughout the year, we work with different organizations who's mission is to give back and better the neighborhoods we all share. This Easter holiday, we were able to sponsor [...]
Design Spotlight: Indoor Plants
Spring is slowly creeping into the picture, and with the new season, it's a great time to highlight another design trend — plants. More specifically, we are spotlighting indoor plants. We aren't talking your grandma's leafy greens, but a new wave and adaptation of the common house plant. From floral arrangements to climbing ivy, plants [...]
DFW Spring Break Ideas
Beach vacation and ski adventure out of the picture this spring break? That’s OK, because there are plenty of fun activities that you can enjoy right here in DFW. Here are our Top 5 DFW Spring Break Ideas: Have a Staycation Let housekeeping take care of the cleaning by booking a few nights at a [...]
Real Estate Title Lingo
Don't let real estate title lingo bog you down; finding a home or finally getting your house sold can be hard enough. We've created an A-Z guide or cheatsheet of common words used throughout the real estate transaction. Staying educated on the terminology can go a long way in ensuring a smooth closing. If you [...]
Last Minute Valentine’s Day Plans for DFW
Love is in the air, which can only mean one thing... Valentine's Day is just about here. If this is your first time thinking about what to do for the holiday, or you've had no luck in coming up with Valentine's Day plans, we've got some ideas that will work... even this late in the [...]
What is Title Insurance, and Why do I Need a Policy?
WHAT IS TITLE INSURANCE? Purchasing a home or any type of real estate is often one of the largest financial investments and commitments made in a lifetime; title insurance was created and designed to protect that investment and your rights of ownership. In other words, it provides peace of mind and, more importantly, financial protection [...]
Design Spotlight: 2018 PANTONE® Color of the Year
Keep up with the latest trends in home design right here on our blog. Whether you are looking for the perfect design touches to make your property standout on the market or just wanting to impress the neighbors, we will be showcasing some practical ways to make an impact by keeping your design current. Because [...]