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North Central Texas Land Buyers Are Optimistic — And Erath County Is in the Spotlight for 2026

March 8, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Educational article for Texas land buyers covering surface water rights, groundwater law, conservation districts, drainage rules, and how water access affects ranch and rural property purchases.

As we move deeper into 2026, I’m seeing something very clear on the ground here in Erath County and across North Central Texas — serious land buyers are active, confident, and ready to make decisions about buying land, selling acreage, or investing in ranches throughout the … [Read more...]

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Selling Land in the Cross Timbers: A Legacy Perspective for Erath County Landowners

March 5, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

The Cross Timbers region of North Central Texas has always moved at its own pace. Land in Erath County isn’t swayed by urban headlines or the ups and downs of suburban housing cycles. Instead, it moves to a steadier rhythm — one built on long-term ownership, generational … [Read more...]

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Understanding North Texas Land Value

March 1, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

When clients call me about buying or selling land in North Central Texas, one of the first things I explain is this: Land value can vary dramatically — even within the same county, sometimes within the same road frontage. I’m Case Horton, Owner and Broker of Preferred … [Read more...]

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Why Early 2026 May Be a Strategic Time to Sell Land in Erath County

February 22, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Case Horton, MS, GRI Owner/Broker

What the Erath County Land Market Is Signaling Right Now! As a broker working in Stephenville and across Erath County, I keep a close eye on early-year market activity.Although spring is usually the busiest time for ranch sales in Stephenville, the first quarter often … [Read more...]

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A Texas Landlord’s Guide to Using QuickBooks for Property Management

February 19, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Preferred Properties of Texas explains how to set up QuickBooks for rental property accounting, owner statements, and property management bookkeeping in Central Texas.

QuickBooks for Property Management in Texas A Practical Setup Guide for Landlords and Small Portfolio Investors Across Erath County and Beyond QuickBooks may not be built as “property management software,” but for many Texas landlords and small-to-midsize … [Read more...]

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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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