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BuyersPublished February 12, 2026
How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home in Texas?
Here’s the realistic timeline I share with buyers in Pearland/Friendswood/Alvin/Manvel:
Phase 1: Prep (3–10 days)
- Choose lender + get pre-approved
- Decide your “must haves”
- Estimate true monthly payment (taxes/insurance/HOA)
Phase 2: Home search (1–8+ weeks)
Some buyers find the one in a weekend. Others take longer to get the right neighborhood, commute, schools, or lot size.
Phase 3: Under contract to closing (25–45 days)
Typical steps:
- Option/inspection period
- Appraisal
- Title work
- Underwriting conditions
- Final walkthrough + closing
What speeds it up
- Fully reviewed pre-approval file
- Fast inspection scheduling
- Quick document responses to lender
What slows it down
- Appraisal issues
- Insurance/flood questions
- Repairs/negotiations
- Title items
If you tell me your ideal move date, I’ll back into a game plan and timeline so you’re not guessing.
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