Fingers Crossed: Are You Patiently Waiting on What the Feds Will Do Today?

It doesn’t matter your profession—today, everyone is hoping to hear positive news out of the Federal Reserve. The anticipation feels a bit like waiting for the lottery numbers to drop. Later this afternoon, you’ll see plenty of posts about what it means for consumers. I’ll add a quick update to this article as soon as the decision lands. In the meantime, here’s what to know—and how it could hit your monthly payment.

Fun Facts About the Fed

  • The Fed doesn’t set mortgage rates directly. It moves bond markets, which shift mortgage-backed securities and lenders’ rate sheets—why mortgage quotes often change within hours of an announcement.
  • Created in 1913 after…

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Wages & Housing: Why Texas Needs a Modern Minimum Wage Policy

In real estate, we talk a lot about affordability. Home prices, interest rates, and property taxes are driving up costs and making homeownership feel out of reach. But one major factor that often gets left out of the conversation is wages.

This morning, I had a huge eye-opener as I was posting the Federal Minimum Wage Poster on our Intege Help Center site, as required by federal law. I was horrified, and honestly saddened, to be reminded that the minimum wage in Texas is still $7.25.

That hasn’t changed since 2009. I don’t think you can even drive through a fast-food restaurant and get a meal for $7.25 anymore.

For the average Texan dreaming of homeownership, stagnant income is…

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Some would say it’s a crazy time to be launching a real estate brokerage. And hey—they're not wrong. Protests, politics, immigration, lawsuits, MLS drama... even the market itself is taking a nap. It’s noisy out there. 

But despite the chaos (or maybe because of it), I felt more compelled than ever to do something grounded. To do the right thing. Not because it's always profitable—but because I believe in doing right by people. And yes, I like sleeping well at night.

After years in this industry, I realized I was stuck in a loop—a place where I couldn't fully be myself or build the kind of culture I believe is needed for long-term success. So, I decided to stop trying to fix something broken and instead build something better. A place where doing…

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We’re Open for Business — Welcome to Intege Realty

We’re excited to officially announce the launch of Intege Realty—a modern, agent-first real estate brokerage proudly serving Dallas and Austin, Texas, with plans to expand into Denver, Colorado this fall.

At Intege, we believe real estate should be built on more than just numbers. It should be built on integrity, innovation, and shared success. After years in the industry, we felt called to create something different—something smarter, more empowering, and truly agent-centered.

What Makes Intege Different

We’ve designed Intege Realty from the ground up to support high-performing agents and deliver an elevated experience for clients—without the inflated costs of traditional models.

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