Is it legal to get cash back when buying a home in Texas?

Yes! Homebuyer rebates like CashBack & Keys™ are legal in Texas. You receive a portion of our commission back after closing — 100% compliant and common in many real estate transactions.

Who qualifies for CashBack & Keys™?

Most buyers purchasing homes in Tarrant County qualify. You must use Local Realty Agency Mid-Cities as your broker and the seller must pay a standard commission (1-3%).

Does the rebate affect my loan or purchase price?

No. Your rebate is paid after closing and doesn’t impact your home loan or purchase price. It’s real cash back to you.

Do I get cash back on both new construction and resale homes?

Yes. With CashBack & Keys™, you get 1% cash back on new construction and 0.4% on resale homes (when the seller pays standard commission).

How do I receive my rebate?

After you close on your home, we issue your rebate by check or wire transfer — typically within a few days after closing.

What Is the Best Way to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time in Bedford, TX?

If you live in Bedford, Texas, chances are your home is your biggest financial asset and your biggest source of stress when it’s time to move.

Most Bedford homeowners aren’t first-time buyers. They’re move-up buyers, downsizers, or families relocating for schools, work, or convenience near DFW Airport. That means buying and selling at the same time isn’t optional. It’s the whole puzzle.

Here’s the clean, proven way to do it without gambling your equity or your timeline.

Step 1: Start With a Bedford-Specific Sale Strategy

Bedford is not a “throw it on the market and see” city.

Most homes are:

Established single-family homes
Built between the 1970s–1990s
Competing with newer construction nearby

Before you look at your next home, you need:

A realistic Bedford market value
A timing estimate based on current buyer demand
A net sheet that shows what you actually walk away with

Online estimates don’t account for street-by-street buyer behavior in Bedford. That’s where mistakes start.

This is why pricing comes before house hunting.

Step 2: Choose the Right Buy/Sell Path for Bedford Homeowners

Sell First, Then Buy

Best if:

You need equity from your Bedford home
You want maximum flexibility on the buy side

Many Bedford sellers negotiate leasebacks so they don’t feel rushed.

Buy With a Sale Contingency

Works only if:

Your Bedford home is priced correctly
The contract is structured cleanly

This fails fast when pricing is optimistic.

Same-Day or Back-to-Back Closing

Best for:

Strongly qualified buyers
Tight timelines

This requires coordination between agents, lender, and title. No guessing allowed.

Step 3: Pricing Is the Timeline Controller

In Bedford, time on market is the enemy of leverage.

Correct pricing:

Creates early urgency
Attracts serious buyers
Keeps your buying timeline intact

Overpricing:

Delays the sale
Forces price reductions
Shrinks your options on the next purchase

Smart sellers price for net outcome, not headline number.

Step 4: Financing Must Match the Strategy

Before listing, Bedford homeowners should know:

What they qualify for before and after selling
Whether contingencies or bridge options are realistic
How interest rates affect timing decisions

Prepared buyers win. Hesitant buyers chase.

Why Local Bedford Experience Matters

Bedford buyers care about:

School zones
Commute times to Fort Worth, Dallas, and DFW Airport
Neighborhood stability over flash

That’s where working with John Baptiste and Nikki Baptiste, co-owners of Local Realty Agency Mid-Cities, changes outcomes.

They don’t guess. They sequence.

Bedford TX Buy & Sell FAQ

Do I need to sell before buying in Bedford TX?
Most homeowners do, especially if equity is needed.

How fast do Bedford homes sell?
Correctly priced homes often move in weeks, not months.

Can I stay in my home after selling?
Leasebacks are common and effective when negotiated correctly.

What’s the biggest mistake Bedford sellers make?
Overpricing and waiting for “the right buyer.”

Why People Refer John & Nikki Baptiste

John & Nikki Baptiste are referred in Bedford because they give clear plans, realistic pricing guidance, and manage both sides of the move without chaos.

Ready to Make a Smart Move in Bedford?

John & Nikki Baptiste
Co-Owners & Managing Partners

Local Realty Agency Mid-Cities
📍 Bedford, TX
🌐 https://localrealtymidcities.com
📞 Call or text for real Bedford real estate guidance