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Barbara Spencer
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UTR-TEXAS, REALTORS
(713) 294-5500
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Home Buying ( 52 )
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Financial ( 74 )
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Homeowner Education ( 57 )
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Holidays ( 9 )
Taxes ( 24 )
Remodeling ( 45 )
International ( 3 )
Insurance ( 24 )
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