Real Estate Expert

Oct. 30, 2025

People don’t like realtors, but is it the industry or individual?

A lot of people don’t like real estate agents. They tolerate us. They use us because they have to, but they don’t love us. Some even flat-out distrust us. And you know what? I get it.

 

After more than 20 years in real estate, I’ve seen why this industry …

View More
Oct. 21, 2025

When is the right time to buy and/or sell?

 

The Right Time to Buy or Sell a Home Is When It’s Right for You, Your Family, and Your Finances

Every week, it seems like someone asks me the same question:
“Is now a good time to buy or sell a home?”

And my answer is almost always …

View More
Oct. 9, 2025

Don’t Go it Alone: Why joining a team is the best move for new agents.

Every year, thousands of people in North Texas get their real estate license. They’re excited, hopeful, and ready to “be their own boss.”

 

And every year, thousands of those same agents are gone by the next renewal period.

 

The truth is, getting a real estate license and …

View More
July 22, 2025

Buying Your First Home in 2025 Is a Whole Different Game—Here’s What to Do About It

 

Let me be real with you—being a first-time home buyer in 2025 is a very different beast than it was in the mid-2000s when I bought my first home.

Back in the day, I bought a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Lake Highlands for $141,650. Now, to be fair …

View More
June 5, 2025

For the right person, now is the right time to start a career in real estate.

We talk to people every single week who are thinking about a career change. Maybe their current job is draining the life out of them. Maybe they’ve always been drawn to real estate but never made the leap. Or maybe they just want more control over their income and time …

View More
July 16, 2024

Celebrating our milestone 350th radio show!

This weekend we celebrated a milestone: our 350th radio show! That’s 350 times we’ve jumped on the airwaves for DFW Real Estate Weekly to guide our friends, family members, neighbors, buyers, sellers, and renters through the complexities of real estate in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Our mission has always been …

View More
April 3, 2024

Dispelling Myths: The Indispensable Value of Real Estate Agents in the Digital Age

In an era where the internet has undeniably transformed the way we approach nearly every aspect of our lives, from how we travel to how we invest, there’s a swirling narrative that professions reliant on personal expertise and interaction, such as real estate agents, are on the brink of obsolescence …

View More
April 1, 2024

Unpacking the President's Commentary on Real Estate Commissions

Recently, many industry experts were agitated by remarks by President Biden’s comments regarding the National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement with his call for realtors to lower their commissions to protect homebuyers. Such statements, especially when emanating from the highest office in the land, carry profound implications, warranting a closer …

View More
Nov. 13, 2023

Will realtors be useless in the future?

In a recent conversation, a friend shared a thought that struck a chord. They posited that real estate agents might become obsolete in the next 5-10 years due to technological advancements and the evolving legal landscape, especially considering the recent verdict against the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This perspective …

View More
Oct. 13, 2023

Housing prices considered “unaffordable” in 99 percent of counties.

Affordability in real estate is a cornerstone of the American dream. But lately, it seems that dream is becoming more elusive, especially in Dallas-Fort Worth. A recent study has sent shockwaves through the nation, revealing that housing prices are more unaffordable than ever in 99 percent of U.S. counties …

View More