January Real Estate Market Update

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, the DFW real estate market shows continued strength, setting the stage for an active year ahead. Market Trends: • Home Prices: The new year begins with stable home prices, reflecting steady demand and limited inventory. • Mortgage Rates: Rates remain a key factor for buyers, with slight […]
December Texas 2024 Real Estate Update

As 2024 comes to a close, the DFW real estate market remains strong. Median home prices have seen modest growth, while inventory levels are still tight, creating a seller-friendly environment. However, buyers are benefiting from seasonal price reductions and slightly lower mortgage rates, making December an opportune time to make a move. Key areas like […]
November Texas Real Estate Update

As we enter November, the DFW real estate market is beginning its seasonal slowdown, but opportunities remain strong for both buyers and sellers. Homes are staying on the market a bit longer, which can work in favor of buyers looking to negotiate before the year’s end. Mortgage rates have seen some volatility, so it’s wise […]
Maximize Your Profit: How Agriculture Exemption Can Benefit Your Ranch in Texas

As a rancher in Texas, maximizing profits is always a top priority. One way to achieve this is by taking advantage of the agriculture exemption program. Agriculture exemption provides tax relief to farmers and ranchers using their land for agriculture. In this article, I will discuss how agriculture exemption works, the eligibility criteria, and […]
What to Expect in the Real Estate Spring Market

What to Expect in the Real Estate Spring Market As the spring season approaches, the real estate market is expected to heat up. This is often the busiest time of the year for real estate agents and home buyers/sellers. If you’re planning to buy or sell a home this spring, here’s what you can expect: […]
Preserving Eggs With Water Glassing Method

Water glassing is a method of preserving eggs that has been used for centuries to keep eggs fresh for a longer period of time. To prepare water glassed eggs, you will need the following ingredients: – 1 ounce pickling lime – 1 quart filtered water – Clean unwashed eggs (Eggs that have no poop or […]
Witnessing A Miracle: Our Incredible Journey Welcoming Lilly Tuff Love to the Farm

Witnessing A Miracle: Our Incredible Journey Welcoming Lilly Tuff Love to the Farm As a farmer, I have always been captivated by the miracle of life, especially when it comes to welcoming a new calf to our farm. This year, we experienced something truly special as we welcomed Lilly Tuff Love, the first calf […]
Sellers: Expect Multiple Strong Offers this Season

The winter season has traditionally been a slower time for home sales. The guidance in the past has been to wait for the warmer months of spring before listing. However, the current real estate market has created a strong seller’s market and if you’re considering a move, it may be better to sell now rather […]
Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Here’s an apple cinnamon muffin that will pair perfectly with your tea or coffee for those afternoon spring siestas! APPLE INGREDIENTS 1 large Fuji apple, diced small 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 tsp cinnamon BATTER INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1/3 cup […]
Interior Design Trends

Recent interior design trends have focused on one primary era or design scheme. THAT’S ALL CHANGING! The main principle in merging design styles is to focus on one unifying element – like warm wood tones or the high sheen of gold accents – and then look for pieces that suit that theme. Mix and […]