If you want to sell your home quickly and get the biggest return on your investment (ROI), there are some home renovations you should most definitely consider. Even if your home is already in tip-top shape, doing some updates to keep up with home trends will help your home stand out among other listings. While there are many ways you can add value to your home, real estate experts know that these top five home renovations are the ones to focus on to get the best ROI. Little Improvements Go A Long Way If it’s not in your budget to remodel your entire house, do a makeover instead. Repurp ..read more

Texas is rich in history, and many architectural styles reflect this. When searching for a new home in Texas, you will see many different cultural influences in the architecture. Many early settlers’ traditions are still present in modern-day Texas architecture. And, while the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metro area has grown to be one of the largest urban cities in the United States, many of the homes in the suburbs reflect the history and culture of Texas. Here are the top ten architectural styles you will discover when searching for a new home in DFW. DFW Architectural Styles  Mediterranea ..read more

  Person Reading HOA Rules And Regulations Document Shopping for a new home is a fun and exciting time! It can also be overwhelming. There are many things you need to learn and know about before purchasing a home, so research is a must. One of the things that people don’t always remember to ask about or research is Homeowners’ Associations (HOAs) and their rules and regulations. The Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area has an abundance of communities that an HOA runs. It’s important to understand how HOAs work, their bylaws, and covenants. If you are considering buying a home with an HOA, it woul ..read more

It’s time to sell your home, but the holiday season is coming up. You might think it’s a terrible time to list your home. People are busy with holiday prepping and planning to buy a house. But there are quite a few reasons why selling during the holidays is actually a GOOD thing!  Winter Months Have Lower Housing Inventory Most people wait until the spring to list their homes for sale, which increases housing inventory as the weather warms up. So, there is not much competition if you list your home during the winter months, particularly around the holidays. Serious home buyers won’t have ..read more

  If you are moving to the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, you might have difficulty deciding which of the fantastic towns and communities to call home. Working with a local Realtor can help you narrow down your choices based on your family’s needs and what you are looking for in a community. We’ve narrowed it down to two that stand out as they have a down-to-earth lifestyle and outstanding schools that are perfect for families. Here’s an insider’s guide to Southlake and Colleyville, Texas, two of the top-rated communities we serve. Southlake Southlake is a city located primarily in Tarran ..read more

Hot summers in Texas can be brutal! It can feel pretty miserable, but it can also wreak havoc on the environment, our landscaping, and our homes. Whether you were born and raised in Texas or are new to the state, it’s important to learn how to deal with our unique climate. The months from June through September can be sweltering in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, and it’s often described as a humid subtropical climate. However, as the long summer drags on, particularly in August, the temperatures can climb to 100 degrees Fahrenheit or higher! Add dry winds that are common in DFW, and that c ..read more

Springtime in Texas is a beautiful season brimming with new life in our natural surroundings. If you haven’t begun, it’s time to prepare your lawn and landscaping for spring and summer to keep your curb appeal at its best! It’s also the perfect time to start a herb garden! As people become more health-conscious, they are learning to grow herbs and vegetables in their own backyards. However, if you don’t have much space or just want the area to be both appealing to the eye and practical, planting your spring herbs and flowers in containers may be the best way to go. Planting herbs is an easy w ..read more

  Today’s home buyers could really use some encouraging tips and advice when multiple offers, well over list price with full appraisal waivers, are the new norm.  Working closely with an experienced realtor with market insights and superior offerings is critical in today’s market. Top ways to win in today’s competitive housing market are key to helping home buyers submit offers that are the preferred choice. Top ways to win – who you partner with matters First and foremost, work with a seasoned Realtor who is solutions driven.  Experience counts. If relocating from out of ..read more

  When shopping to purchase a home, most people don’t think too much about the size of the house other than whether it meets their needs. Does it have enough bedrooms and bathrooms for the size of your family? Will the home have a spacious kitchen and living space? While these are the main reasons you should think about the size of the house you are about to purchase, you might also want to consider what would happen if the house you choose is either the smallest house or the biggest house in the neighborhood. Let’s explore the pros and cons of both scenarios and why it matters. Owning T ..read more

With all of the excitement of buying real estate comes the need to do a lot of research, especially if you are a first-time buyer. If you’re relocating to an area you aren’t familiar with, you will need to research certain things like the best neighborhoods, crime rate, public transportation, and more. But did you know that you should also research the school districts when buying real estate, even if you don’t have children? Find A Local Real Estate Community Expert When Buying Real Estate First-time buyers and those relocating to a new area would benefit greatly by working with a real estate ..read more