Housing Market

Sept. 3, 2026

Is “Location, Location, Location” Actually Good Real Estate Advice?

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“Location, location, location.”

It might be the most repeated phrase in real estate.

And I think it can be bad advice.

Before anybody gets upset, I’m not saying location doesn’t matter. Of course it matters. Where you live affects your commute, schools, taxes, access to things …

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Sept. 2, 2026

Lies About DFW: Is All of Dallas-Fort Worth Basically the Same?

No.

Not even close.

This is one of the most common mistakes I see people make when they start thinking about moving to Dallas-Fort Worth.

They say, “We’re moving to DFW.”

Great.

Where?

“Dallas-Fort Worth.”

That doesn’t really answer the question.

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Posted in Home Buying, Home Buying Tips, Home Inventory, Homeownership, Homes on Land, Housing Market, Moving to Texas, Resources, Selling Your Home

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Aug. 26, 2026

Why People Are Moving to the Edges of Dallas-Fort Worth, and Why Some Are Moving Back

There’s a version of Dallas-Fort Worth that a lot of people want right now.

They want the DFW job market, airports, schools, sports, restaurants, and opportunity. They just don’t necessarily want to live right in the middle of all of it.

They want a bigger backyard.

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Posted in Home as Investment, Home Buying, Home Buying Tips, Homeownership, Homes on Land, Housing Market, Moving to Texas, Resources, Selling Your Home

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Aug. 21, 2026

The Best and Worst Real Estate Advice We Hear in DFW

There is no shortage of real estate advice.

Your parents have advice. Your neighbor has advice. Your coworker who bought a house seven years ago has advice. Social media definitely has advice.

And a lot of those people genuinely want to help.

The problem is that …

Posted in Home as Investment, Home Buying, Home Buying Tips, Home Improvements, Homeownership, Homes on Land, Housing Market, Resources, Selling Your Home

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Aug. 20, 2026

How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent (And Avoid the Wrong One)

Choosing the right real estate agent isn’t about finding the person with the most signs in your neighborhood. Look for proven expertise, specialized systems, serious negotiation skills, clear communication, strong results, and a professional who can explain exactly how they create value for you. The best agent isn’t necessarily …

Posted in Home as Investment, Home Buying, Home Buying Tips, Homes on Land, Housing Market, Recruiting, Resources, Selling Your Home

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Aug. 19, 2026

Is Your Low Mortgage Rate Actually Costing You Money?

You got the rate.

Maybe it’s 3.75%. Maybe 3.25%. Maybe you’re one of those people walking around with a mortgage rate that starts with a 2.

Congratulations.

Now stop letting it make every other financial decision for you.

Across Dallas-Fort Worth, homeowners are sitting on …

Posted in Home as Investment, Home Buying, Home Buying Tips, Homeownership, Homes on Land, Housing Market, Mortgages, Resources

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Aug. 7, 2026

How to Decide What to Fix Before Listing Your Home for Sale

You’ve decided to sell your house.

And suddenly you can see everything that’s wrong with it.

That baseboard has bothered you for six years.

The guest bathroom feels dated.

The carpet has seen better days.

The kitchen appliances don’t match.

The fence could …

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Aug. 3, 2026

Living in Plano, Texas: The Local's Guide to One of DFW's Most Popular Cities

If you're thinking about buying a home in Plano, Texas, you've probably already seen the rankings. Best suburbs. Great schools. Corporate headquarters. Safe neighborhoods. Strong home values.

Those things are true, but they also only tell part of the story.

When people ask me about Plano, they …

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July 31, 2026