Your North Texas home search starts here
Why buy with Mali Gariani?
Dedicated buyer representation, deep local expertise, and a commitment to finding you not just a house, but the right home for your lifestyle and future.
Personalized Search
Custom home searches matching your exact criteria, lifestyle needs, and budget-including off-market opportunities you won't find online.
Expert Negotiation
Strategic offer preparation, inspection negotiation, and contract expertise to protect your interests and secure the best terms.
Local Expertise
Deep knowledge of North Texas neighborhoods, schools, commute times, and market trends to guide your decision with confidence.
Full Support
From initial consultation through closing and beyond-Mali handles inspections, appraisals, financing coordination, and every detail.
Your home buying journey in 5 steps
Mali guides you through every stage of the home buying process with transparency, expertise, and personalized attention.
Initial Consultation
Share your must-haves, budget, timeline, and lifestyle preferences. Mali helps you understand current market conditions and get pre-approved for financing.
Personalized Home Search
Receive curated listings matching your criteria, including MLS properties, new builds, and off-market opportunities. Tour homes on your schedule.
Make an Offer
Mali prepares a competitive offer with strategic terms, handles negotiations, and navigates multiple-offer situations to give you the best chance of acceptance.
Inspection & Due Diligence
Coordinate professional inspections, review reports, negotiate repairs or credits, and ensure you understand the property condition before closing.
Close & Move In
Mali coordinates with lenders, title companies, and inspectors to ensure a smooth closing. Walk through your new home with confidence, receive keys, and start your next chapter!
Start your home search
Tell Mali about your dream home and receive personalized listings, market insights, and expert guidance tailored to your search.
Affordability Calculator
See how much home you can afford in North Texas based on your income, debts, and down payment. Uses lender 43% DTI guidelines and city-specific Texas property tax rates.
Plano effective property tax: 2.18%
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Maximum home price (43% DTI)
$475,287
Conservative target (28% rule): $502,990
Note:
Property tax pre-fills from the selected city; insurance defaults to 0.35% of price. Lender approval depends on credit, employment history, and reserves. For a precise pre-approval, contact Mali for trusted lender introductions.
Mortgage Calculator
Estimate your monthly mortgage payment and understand the breakdown of your housing costs.
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This calculator provides estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Contact Mali for accurate payment calculations and pre-approval assistance.
Neighborhood Matcher
Tell us what matters most. We score 15 North Texas cities against your priorities and rank the best fits with links to deeper city guides.
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$ = entry-level, $$$$ = premium
Plano
$$$Master-planned convenience, top-rated PISD, and Legacy West nightlife.
9.7
/ 10
Frisco
$$$$Newer construction, Frisco ISD, sports/entertainment hub at The Star.
9.0
/ 10
Allen
$$$Strong Allen ISD, Watters Creek shopping, family-first feel.
8.7
/ 10
Richardson
$$Telecom corridor, DART access, mature neighborhoods at lower price points.
8.3
/ 10
Prosper
$$$$Larger lots, top schools, premium new builds north of Frisco.
8.3
/ 10
McKinney
$$$Historic downtown charm, growing schools, lots of new construction north.
8.0
/ 10
Carrollton
$$Diverse, mid-cities access, balanced schools and price.
8.0
/ 10
Addison
$$$Walkable urban-village feel, Addison Circle, dense restaurants & nightlife.
7.3
/ 10
Dallas
$$$Urban core energy, museums, restaurants, and night-out density.
7.3
/ 10
Celina
$$$Booming new master-planned communities and growing schools.
7.3
/ 10
Rowlett
$$Lake Ray Hubbard waterfront living, family-friendly, value pricing.
7.3
/ 10
Garland
$Affordable established neighborhoods, lake access, central DFW.
7.0
/ 10
Lavon
$Lake-adjacent small town, big lots, bargain new builds.
6.0
/ 10
Princeton
$Fast-growing exurb, low entry prices, plenty of new construction.
6.0
/ 10
Farmersville
$Quiet rural feel, large parcels, lowest entry prices in the area.
5.3
/ 10
Explore North Texas cities
Not sure which North Texas city is right for you? Browse detailed city guides covering neighborhoods, schools, lifestyle, and market trends to help narrow your search.