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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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Granbury Ghosts & Legends: Haunted History of Hood County

October 21, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Blog highlighting the haunted history of the Nutt House Hotel in Granbury, Texas, featuring ghost stories of former owner Mary Lou Watkins, lantern-lit tours, and how historic legends add charm and mystery to Hood County real estate, presented by Preferred Properties of Texas.

Walk the square after dark — the spirits of Granbury still whisper A look into haunted hotels, opera houses, local lore, and how ghost stories shape real estate allure in the Cross Timbers region As dusk settles over Hood County, a small crowd gathers at the Nutt House … [Read more...]

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Now’s the Time: Why Buying in Erath County Has Never Looked Better

October 2, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

This blog explains why fall 2025 is the best time to buy a home in Erath County and the Cross Timbers area. Mortgage rates are at their lowest in months, inventory is up, and sellers are ready to negotiate. Preferred Properties of Texas, with over 30 years of experience, is the preferred way to buy, sell, and manage real estate across Erath, Hamilton, Bosque, Hood, Palo Pinto, and Tarrant counties. Call 254-965-7775.

Preferred Properties of Texas: Over 30 Years Helping Buyers Find Home Rates Are Down, Inventory Is Up—It’s a Buyer’s Market Many buyers sit on the sidelines waiting for the “perfect” moment, but the truth is that opportunities often appear when conditions align in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying a home, Finance, First Time Home Buyer, Homes for Sale, Investing, moving to Stephenville, Ranches for Sale, Real Estate Advice, Selling Your Home

Haunted Histories, Texas Law & Honest Listings: Buying and Selling Stigmatized Properties in the Cross Timbers

October 2, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Article from Preferred Properties of Texas discussing haunted houses, stigmatized properties, and Texas real estate law. Explains what sellers must disclose about deaths, murders, and property conditions, highlights the famous Ghostbusters case, and examines how cemeteries and folklore affect property value. Shares local Cross Timbers history and shows how Preferred Properties of Texas helps buyers and sellers navigate farms, ranches, residential, commercial, and lease properties with honesty and experience.

A seasonal real estate guide from Preferred Properties of Texas Where folklore meets farmland, and history meets homeownership When autumn winds sweep across the pecan groves of Erath County, ghost stories tend to travel as fast as the leaves. From the coal-camp ruins … [Read more...]

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Homes for Sale in Stephenville, Texas – Cross Timbers Living at Its Best

September 11, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Front view of a charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a metal roof, inviting front porch, and large corner lot at 1065 W Pecan Street in Stephenville, Texas. Located just steps from Tarleton State University, this R3-zoned property offers investment and rental potential in one of the most vibrant small towns in Texas. Stephenville is known for its welcoming community, strong schools, and the perfect blend of college-town energy and relaxed country living.

Stephenville Homes for Sale – Cross Timbers CharmFrom downtown cottages to wide-open ranchland, discover why Erath County’s real estate market is attracting buyers from all walks of life.  Stephenville Homes for Sale – Discover Cross Timbers Charm with Preferred … [Read more...]

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Stunning 4-Bedroom Home in Walking Horse Estates!

February 12, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Discover this gorgeous 4-bedroom, 4-bath home in the highly sought-after Walking Horse Estates. Designed for both comfort and entertainment, this custom home features an open floor plan with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy gas log fireplace. The spacious … [Read more...]

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