Jasica Usman

Jasica Usman

Jasica is a seasoned content marketer at Redfin with over five years of real estate experience. A licensed agent in Texas, she is an expert in making offers and negotiation strategies. Based in Dallas, Jasica is passionate about helping people make informed decisions. As a trusted voice at Redfin, her articles and campaigns guide buyers and sellers through the complexities of making an offer. Her ultimate goal is to empower everyone to achieve their dream of homeownership. In her free time, she loves new custom-built homes—especially those with massive closets.

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Public Improvement Districts (PIDs) in Texas: What Homebuyers Should Know

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Key takeaways A Public Improvement District (PID) is a designated area where homeowners pay an additional assessment to fund public amenities and infrastructure. PID assessments are separate from property taxes and may last 20 to 40 years. Several states besides Texas — Arizona, Colorado, California, Florida, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, North Carolina, and Georgia —

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What Is a MUD in Real Estate and What Texas Buyers Should Know Before Making an Offer

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Key takeaways A Municipal Utility District, or MUD, provides water, sewer, drainage, and infrastructure in areas that lack city utilities. Homes in a MUD include a MUD tax that helps repay bonds issued to build public infrastructure. MUD tax appears on your property tax bill; however, it is separate from county, school district, and city

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Seller Concessions 101: What They Are and How They Can Help You Save

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Seller concessions are closing costs or fees that a seller agrees to cover to help reduce a buyer’s upfront expenses. These costs are negotiated during the offer process, and seller concessions can make a home purchase more affordable without lowering the home’s sale price. In the first quarter of 2025, 44.4% of U.S. home sale

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What Are Non-Disclosure States in Real Estate?

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Key takeaways Non-disclosure states limit public access to real estate sales data. Home prices in these states are not publicly recorded, meaning buyers, sellers, and appraisers must rely on private data sources. The policy protects privacy, influences property taxes, and reflects state-level traditions and policy preferences. Home value estimates are still available through real estate

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A couple, an elderly man and an elderly woman, are seated at a wooden table across from a male real estate agent. The agent, with his back partially to the camera, is pointing at a tablet he holds, seemingly explaining something. The couple is looking intently at the tablet with serious expressions. The man, with grey hair and a light blue shirt, rests his chin on his hand while the woman, with blonde hair and glasses, also has her hand near her face as she focuses on the screen. There are papers, a pen, and a laptop on the table in front of them. The background is a home interior with a plant and some decorative items visible. The image suggests a serious discussion, likely about financial or real estate matters.

An Expired Real Estate Listing: What To Know If You’re a Buyer or a Seller

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Key takeaways: Expired real estate listings Just like in the Boyz II Men classic “End of the Road,” when a real estate listing expires, it can feel like a painful ending for sellers. However, this isn’t necessarily a final goodbye. Instead, it’s an opportunity for both sellers and buyers to start fresh. For sellers For

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