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Thanksgiving in Texas — Gratitude, Tradition & Community

November 27, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Happy Thanksgiving from Preferred Properties of Texas, Real Estate Agency 254-965-7775

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Preferred Properties of Texas! From Harvest to Home: A Texas Thanksgiving of History, Food & Family A look back at the history of Thanksgiving, the Texas traditions that keep it alive, and the recipes that bring everyone … [Read more...]

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Fall in Texas: Get Your Home Ready for the Spring Selling Season

November 25, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

“Homeowners in Texas fixing up their house during fall — painting the front door, updating landscaping, and adding cozy indoor décor to prepare for the spring selling season.”

Loving the Autumn Season: Smart Upgrades to Boost Value This Season Prep now, sell fast — fall is the perfect time to boost your Texas home’s value. Everyone talks about spring as the season for home improvements — but here in Texas, fall is one of the best times to get … [Read more...]

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Vacancy Rate for Landlords

November 20, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

The vacancy rate tells you how much of your rental inventory is sitting idle instead of earning. You can calculate it in two simple ways, depending on what you want to know.

What It Is, How to Calculate It, and What to Do About It. The vacancy rate tells you how much of your rental inventory is sitting idle instead of earning. You can calculate it in two simple ways, depending on what you want to know. • Snapshot (by units): Vacancy … [Read more...]

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The Gift of Land — Stories of Ranches, Farms, and Texas Roots

November 18, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Where Gratitude Grows: The Legacy and Promise of Texas Land From Erath to Comanche and Hamilton Counties, families are rediscovering the beauty, purpose, and lasting value of the land they call home. In Texas, land has always been more than soil and fences — it’s the … [Read more...]

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Thanksgiving Leftovers and the best Turkey Sandwich Recipe

November 17, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Stacked with Flavor: The Best Ever Leftover Turkey Sandwich Recipes Thanksgiving’s done. The dishes are stacked. And your fridge? Bursting with leftover turkey staring back at you. Don’t just reheat and repeat — make something crave-worthy. A leftover turkey sandwich isn’t … [Read more...]

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Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Stephenville’s Thanksgiving Tradition Returns for 2025

November 15, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Run, Pray, and Give Thanks: Turkey Trot and Community Events in Stephenville Thanksgiving in Stephenville isn’t just about turkey and football—it’s about neighbors, family, and community spirit. As the Cross Timbers trees turn gold and the air gets crisp, locals lace up … [Read more...]

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