Home Improvements

Nov. 25, 2025

How We Use Our Homes Around Thanksgiving (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)

Thanksgiving is the Super Bowl of home-usage. If you want to know whether your house really works for you, invite twenty people over, hand out casseroles, and watch the chaos unfold.

 

But before we go any further, let me knock out the annual disclaimer: Do not …

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Nov. 13, 2025

Keep It Going: Extending Backyard Season into the Fall and Winter.

In Texas, we get the most out of our back yards during the summer despite the heat. We grill, we swim, we chase kids through sprinklers, we host parties deep into the night. Around here, our backyards get a ton of use.

 

But when the air …

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Oct. 23, 2025

Thinking About Selling Next Year? Here’s What to Start Doing Now.

Thinking About Selling Next Year? Here’s What to Start Doing Now.

Every year, around this time, I start getting the same question:

“If I want to sell my home next year… what should I be doing now?”

And it’s a great question — because getting ahead …

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Sept. 18, 2025

Prepping your Yard for a Great Fall!

It’s fall nearly, y’all, and here in DFW, we are anxiously awaiting cooler evenings, more football weekends, and finally being able to enjoy our backyards without melting in the heat. Fall is hands-down my favorite season, not just for real estate but for getting outside and making the most …

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Aug. 28, 2025

Back yard improvements we wish we made for this summer!

Summer in Dallas-Fort Worth has a way of making you think about your back yard a little differently. When it’s 114 degrees outside, you start imagining all the things you wish were waiting for you right out the back door. And when the season wraps up, many of us …

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July 24, 2025

Escaping the Gridlock: What It's Like to Live "Off the Grid" in DFW

When most people hear the phrase “off the grid,” their minds immediately go to bunkers, canned food stockpiles, and maybe even a tinfoil hat or two. But here in North Texas—especially around DFW—living “off the grid” can look very different. It's not about hiding from the world. It’s not …

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Feb. 18, 2025

Love/Hate: Are open concepts the best layout for you?

The debate over open concept home layouts is a surprisingly hot topic in residential real estate. Once celebrated for their airy designs and seamless flow between kitchen, dining, and living areas, open floor plans have evolved from a trend to lifestyle statement. However, they come with both advantages and …

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Feb. 10, 2025

Is it too early? Too late? When do you start preparing to sell your home in spring?

If you’re even thinking about selling your home this spring, listen closely to this warning: The biggest mistake sellers make is waiting too long to get started. You see, the spring market isn’t just a season—it’s a strategy. Buyers are already out there; if you wait until the weather’s …

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Jan. 9, 2025

New year, new yard? Goals for back yards in 2025.

The start of a new year is always a great time to set and review our goals. One of many areas where I’m doing this is with my back yard goals. Whether you’ve got sprawling acreage or a cozy little slice of outdoor space, let’s talk backyard goals for …

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July 30, 2024

Home Inspection: A little document to save you from big headaches and expenses.

Buying a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll make in your lifetime. With so much on the line, it’s crucial to ensure that you know exactly what you’re getting into. This is where the importance of a home inspection comes into play. Let’s break down why …

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