Inside Houston Real Estate

Inside Houston Real Estate is for buyers, sellers, current homeowners and industry pros. Insider information on Mortgage, Real Estate, Marketing and more.

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Feb. 18, 2026

Ep 54 Contract Contingencies Explained

In this episode of Inside Houston Real Estate, hosts Mark Zachary of Next Step Home Loans and Craig Carter with RE/MAX Integrity break down the most important contingencies in the Texas contract process—and why they matter. We cover: Financing, appraisal, and inspection contingencies Option period timelines and common mistakes How contingencies protect buyers and sellers When waiving contingencies makes sense—and when it doesn’t If you’re writing, reviewing, or negotiating a contract in Te

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Feb. 11, 2026

Ep 53 Choosing the Right Mortgage Lender: What Really Matters

In this episode of Inside Houston Real Estate, hosts Mark Zachary of Next Step Home Loans and Craig Carter with RE/MAX Integrity break down how buyers can confidently choose the right mortgage lender—before it’s too late. We cover: The difference between banks, credit unions, and mortgage brokers Why rate isn’t the only number that matters Red flags to watch for before you apply Questions every buyer should ask before committing Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, th

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Feb. 4, 2026

Ep 52 Listener Questions - What are the Realtor Fees in Texas and what Buyers & Sellers Need to Know📝

In this listener-question episode of Inside Houston Real Estate, we tackle one of the most common—and most misunderstood—questions in Texas real estate: What are realtor fees in Texas, and who pays them? Hosts Mark Zachary of Next Step Home Loans and Craig Carter with RE/MAX Integrity break down the typical commission structures in Texas, How fees are negotiated (yes, they are negotiable). They also break down what buyers vs. sellers should expect and how realtor compensation impacts pricing,

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Jan. 28, 2026

Ep 51 The Role of the Listing Agent Explained

In this episode of Inside Houston Real Estate, hosts Craig Carter and Mark Zachery answer listener questions about the role of the listing agent in today’s Houston real estate market. They break down what a listing agent actually does for sellers, how listing agents market homes, negotiate offers, and protect their client’s best interests throughout the transaction. Craig and Mark also explain how the listing agent works with buyers’ agents, common misconceptions sellers have, and what homeowner

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Jan. 21, 2026

Ep 50Houston Home Buying Q&A: Earnest Money and Financial Mistakes to Avoid

In this episode of Inside Houston Real Estate, Craig and Mark answer listener questions about earnest money, down payments, closing costs, and other important financial topics every home buyer needs to understand. Learn how earnest money works in Texas, how much you should offer, what happens if a real estate contract is canceled, and how these costs impact your home purchase in the Houston real estate market. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or preparing to move up, this episode provides

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Jan. 7, 2026

Ep 49 Listener Questions

Inside Houston Real Estate is back with another listener Q&A session as Craig and Mark tackle a questions many Houston homeowners are asking such as: When should you worry if your home isn’t selling? In this episode, the guys break down...

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About the Host

Craig Carter

Realtor/Podcaster/Father/Husband

Craig started his professional career in healthcare sales. He worked his way into operations and assisted living management. After the birth of his second son, he decided to make a career change. His managerial skills and desire to help others set him up for a successful path in Real Estate. Craig has 9 years of Real Estate experience including, buying/selling of new/existing homes and commercial property and land. He lives in Northwest Harris County and works from Austin to Baytown and Huntsville to Galveston.

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Recent Episodes

Ep 54 Contract Contingencies Explained

Ep 53 Choosing the Right Mortgage Lender: What Really Matters

Ep 52 Listener Questions - What are the Realtor Fees in Texas and what Buyers & Sellers Need to Know📝

Ep 51 The Role of the Listing Agent Explained

Ep 50Houston Home Buying Q&A: Earnest Money and Financial Mistakes to Avoid

Ep 49 Listener Questions

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