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Wildfire Preparedness for Texas Landowners

February 9, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Comprehensive guide for Texas landowners on wildfire prevention, defensible space, emergency planning, and protecting rural property in Erath County and surrounding areas.

A Practical Guide for Rural Property Owners Across the Cross Timbers and Beyond Wildfires are not just a seasonal concern in Texas. Across Erath County and throughout Bosque, Hamilton, Palo Pinto, Parker, Hood, Comanche, and the surrounding counties, dry conditions, … [Read more...]

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What You Need To Know Before Gifting Real Estate to Your Children

February 3, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Thinking about gifting real estate to your children in Texas? Learn what tax rules, planning steps, and local considerations families should know before transferring property.

  How families can pass down property wisely while avoiding costly tax surprises In the spirit of giving, many parents begin the new year thinking about how to help their children get ahead, especially when it comes to housing. With home prices remaining high and … [Read more...]

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Winterizing Vacant Property in Texas: Protecting Your Investment Before Cold Weather Hits

January 22, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Winterizing a vacant home or land in Texas to prevent frozen pipes, property damage, and costly winter repairs while protecting long-term real estate value with Preferred Properties of Texas.

If you have a property sitting empty this winter, a few smart steps now can prevent big headaches and expensive surprises later. Leaves have been falling, temperatures are flip-flopping, and winter in Texas is no joke on those pipes. For owners of vacant homes, … [Read more...]

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Turning FSBO Into Opportunity: What a New Industry Shift Means for Texas Sellers

January 20, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Preferred Properties of Texas explains how sellers across Erath County and the Cross Timbers region get better results with expert representation.

How a new industry partnership is turning for-sale-by-owner sellers into successful full-service listings and what it means for Texas property owners. For decades, “For Sale By Owner” (FSBO) has been part of the Texas real estate landscape, especially in rural communities … [Read more...]

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Winter Wisdom Against the Freezing Temperature Drops.

November 14, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

wrap your pipes before winter hits

Grandpa’s Winter Wisdom – How to Protect Your Pipes Before the Real Cold Hits Those first cool winds are just nature’s way of saying, ‘Get ready, partner. A Warning in the Wind Now listen here, kids — those two cold fronts that rolled through the Cross Timbers … [Read more...]

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How To Check The Square Footage Of Your House

July 11, 2021 by chorton Leave a Comment

Informative real estate blog by Preferred Properties of Texas explaining how to accurately measure a home’s square footage using modern tools, ANSI guidelines, and professional appraisal advice.

A Modern Guide for Texas Homeowners How to Accurately Measure the Square Footage of Your Home Knowing your home’s true square footage isn’t just a matter of curiosity — it can directly impact your property value, your home insurance, and your ability to sell confidently. … [Read more...]

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