On the House

On the House

Author: Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation Language: English Episodes: 48
On the House is a resource for anyone thinking about buying a home, especially in Texas, where the process can feel overwhelming. This podcast breaks down the journey into understandable parts, from saving for a down payment to navigating closing paperwork. It’s produced by the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, a nonprofit organization with a practical mission: helping people access down payment grants and tax credits to make homeownership a reality. Episodes tackle common questions and misconceptions, offering clear explanations of financial terms and program eligibility. You’ll hear straightforward advice and real stories that demystify the path to owning a home. The goal is to provide listeners with reliable, actionable information, turning a complex life goal into a series of manageable steps. Tune in for conversations that feel like getting trusted guidance from an expert who wants you to succeed, not just sell you something. It’s a podcast dedicated to making the dream of a home feel genuinely attainable, focusing on the tools and knowledge that can help you get there. The tone is informative yet approachable, designed for first-time buyers or anyone who needs a refresher on the current landscape of affordable housing programs. Each discussion is grounded in the experience of an organization that has been directly involved in creating homeownership opportunities for Texans.
Episodes
Episode 18: Tips for Winning the Bid in a Competitive Market [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:27
With historically-low interest rates, limited housing inventory, and bidding wars galore, today's housing market is chock-full of competition. So how do you outbid your competition? In our eighteenth episode, we meet wit…
Episode 17: Busting Common DPA Myths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:15
Down payment assistance programs allow many home buyers to purchase the home of their dreams. Yet despite the fact that the demand for these programs is at an all-time-high, there can still be some misconceptions about h…
Episode 16: An In-depth Conversation About Fair Housing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:41
April is National Fair Housing Month, but do you know your housing rights and what's required of housing providers? Join us as Frank Duplechain III and Michael Wilt, our newest guest host, visit with Ellena E. Rodriguez,…
Episode 15: All About Property Taxes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:14
When buying a home, it's important to consider all the costs that are involved in the process. But equally important are the taxes that come after the home buying process. This week, we sit down with James Matias, a TSAH…
Episode 14:  Is Buying a Home Right for You? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:16
Is it better to buy or rent a home? The answer often depends on your goals and your particular financial circumstances! In this episode, we sit down with Courtney Johnson Rose, a real estate developer and broker for Geor…
Episode 13: The Best Home Improvements for Your Investment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:27
With more Texans working from home than ever, it's no shock that home improvements are on the rise. But as with any major investment, it's important to know what to expect. In this installment of On The House, we meet La…
Episode 11: Refinancing Your Home Loan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:09
Brought to you by popular demand! With mortgage rates at an all-time low, many homeowners have been wondering how to refinance their homes. Kim Lewis with Guild Mortgage Company joins our very own Joniel LeVecque to walk…
Episode 10: Applying for a Mortgage Online [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:35
With the COVID-19 pandemic, an increasing amount of lenders have moved their mortgage application process into the digital realm. Join TSAHC's very own Joniel LeVecque as we sit down with Valerie Cardenas from Texas Nati…
Episode 9: Prepare for Closing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:18
You’re in the home stretch, but are you ready for closing? Join our host Frank Duplechain III, a recent home buyer himself, and Molly Lawson with Supreme Lending as we walk you through the closing process and make sure t…