Real estate agents in Garland

Look up a Garland agent on TREC's License Holder Lookup to see whether the license is active, any discipline and the sponsoring broker. Texas agents owe their client a fiduciary duty, and TREC doesn't regulate commissions. At the first substantive talk about a property, the agent must give you the IABS notice; the current form is IABS 1-2, effective January 1, 2026.

Once you own, filing a homestead exemption with DCAD is free; under Tax Code amendments effective November 4, 2025, Texas school districts must give a $140,000 homestead exemption. Confirm the current amount with DCAD. The 2026 protest deadline was May 15, 2026. Tax rules change, so confirm details with a licensed broker or tax adviser.

Our Texas real estate guide covers contracts and option periods. The Garland city page explains city utilities and permits, and real estate agents in Richardson work the next city north. Tell any agent up front whether you will need to sell before you buy.