The answer to this question used to be relatively simple. If you lived within the boundaries for Lakewood Elementary or Stonewall Jackson Elementary, for example, that’s where the kids trotted off to each morning. Of course, middle school was a whole other issue! And high school, well, you get the picture. So, many parents opted…
It’s time to get your home ready for winter as the leaves, along with the temperatures are dropping. Here is a list of a few things to check on to prepare your home for colder weather and a house full of holiday guests: Attic: remove insulation blocking soffit vents Doors: Clean sliding glass door tracks,…
Prepare for your mind to be blown as you enter 6740 Northaven Rd! Built in 1960, this mid-century modern home has all the swell elements of a bygone era. Featuring almost 4,000 square feet of living space and 3 far out bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms, this pad is for only the…
My husband and I have downsized and we love it! I have many clients who have downsized and more are considering the idea. Now that the nest is empty, downsizing is a great opportunity to enter a whole new stage in life. The advantages far outweigh the thought of moving and getting rid of your…
Whether you’re in the market for an existing home, or ready to build your dream home, you’re going to need to identify the best builder for you. It’s important to put your trust with the right company if you’re building from the ground up, because this is a relationship that will last for a long…
It’s hard to believe that Fall is upon us. It crept up quickly after what seemed like a very short Summer. Nonetheless, here we are in the middle of September with cooler temperatures right around the corner. Some of the first things you may think of when you think of fall are football, sweaters, pumpkins, and colorful…
The majority of residential real estate transactions typically deal with the largest asset one owns. The thought process of hiring the correct representation is highly critical to making sure you either negotiate the best deal on a purchase or sale which is not always in terms of direct monetary value. Interviewing your potential representation, whether…
It’s that time of year! The time when we slowly start to crawl out of our air conditioned holes and reemerge into that glorious thing we call FALL! Ok, so maybe it won’t start to cool off for at least another month, but now there’s hope! It’s time to plan your activities for the outdoors…
And why you probably shouldn’t list your home this way Hip pocket or pocket listings are when an agent has agreed to market your home without publicizing the listing. This usually means the home will not be put into the MLS system and no print or online marketing will be done. The agent will…
We are asked all the time about a properties value by our clients. Determining property value is an important thing to understand when you are trying to buy or sell a home. One of the main issues we run into with clients is that they want to rely on the DCAD (Dallas County Appraisal District)…
