# Houston Home Buying Blog | Agustin Canales

> Straight answers about buying a home in Houston: down payments, closing costs, programs, plus content tips for Realtors.

## Quick summary
- Answers about buying a home in Houston and Texas from loan officer Agustin Canales (NMLS #1484335).
- [How Much Do You Need for a Down Payment on a House in Houston?](https://agustincanales.com/blog/down-payment-houston/): Most buyers don't need 20% down. Here are the real minimums, and the other cash to plan for.
- [Can a Seller Pay My Closing Costs in Texas?](https://agustincanales.com/blog/seller-paid-closing-costs-texas/): Yes, within program limits. Here's how much a seller can pay on each loan type.
- [Views to Closings: How to Turn Social Media Views Into Clients (Notes from Glennda Baker's Panel)](https://agustincanales.com/blog/views-to-closings-glennda-baker/): My notes from the "Ask Glennda Anything" panel at HAR Engage, plus her most-viewed TikToks.

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Agustin Canales · NMLS #1484335 · First Community Credit Union NMLS #217251 · Equal Housing Opportunity