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In Dallas, as across the nation, the demand for homes with an additional rental property, or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), is on the rise. In fact, 34 percent of agents nationwide saw more requests for properties with ADUs in their markets, according to a recent survey from the real estate experts...

Following the nearly weeklong record-breaking Arctic blast of 2021, North Texas lawns are not exactly looking their best; but with warm weather peeking around the corner, now is the time to get lawns and outdoor living spaces spring and summer ready! Below are some suggestions on where to get starte...

How to thaw frozen pipes The best thing to do is call a trusted, licensed plumber to handle the situation. You may not know that your frozen pipe is already cracked, and it may burst if it's thawed. It can be dangerous to use electrical appliances to heat the pipe, as that can create a risk of elect...

For you new homeowners out there, and possibly even your longtime homeowners, maintaining your home can feel overwhelming and like many people, you may feel completely unprepared or unqualified to handle such an endeavor. For example, did you know there are some important things to do to prepare you...

“Start with the End in mind” – Stephen R. Covey Whether you are tech savvy and regularly purchase all the latest gadgets or you’re one of the many people still trying to get used to their smart phone and avoid technology as much as possible, it is important to understand the costs and benefits of ad...

Stepping into the buyer’s shoes Have you ever gone over to a friend’s or coworker’s house for the first time and as you walk around you learn a little (or a lot) more about that person? You probably see photos of their family hanging on their walls, maybe you meet a couple of their furry friends, yo...

Whether you’re an empty pocketed, young whippersnapper, an empty nesting, well-lived retiree or someone living in between those significant stages of adulthood – you’re likely to benefit from learning about home downsizing. Downsizing is a very practical decision that impacts very personal aspects o...

The Dallas-Fort Worth area is now the top market for commercial investment properties in the U.S. As DFW becomes a hub for startups and home to an ever-diversifying employment base, the population is expected to grow at double the rate of the overall U.S. population. That means the market for house-...

by Lyne Stephens, Realtor®, SRES, SFR, Housed Real Estate + Relocation | Keller Williams Realty A new study from George Mason University reports that older Americans own most homes nationwide, with Baby Boomers (people born between 1948 - 1965) owning two out of every five homes. As America’s Baby B...

If you’ve turned on the radio, opened a web browser, or driven past billboards in any major city, chances are you’ve encountered advertisements for companies such as Opendoor, Offerpad, Redfin Now and Zillow Offers. All of them are examples of “iBuyers” - companies who will buy your home sight unsee...

Hi, my name is Andrea Miller, and I love my job! Forbes recently published an article stating that real estate agents are some of the happiest in their careers. Realtors scored very highly on several job happiness indicators, from work environment to growth opportunities to the relationships with bo...

Fall isn’t just for pumpkin spice anymore - it’s also a great time to buy a home! Sure, it’s not what we think of as the “traditional” homebuying season, but the slowdown in the market creates an excellent atmosphere for buyers. First of all, you’ll have less competition. Families have settled in fo...