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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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Maybe You Found the Perfect House… But Those Floors Need a Facelift

September 16, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Walking on new flooring

Fixing Up Concrete Floors on a Budget Turning Plain (or ugly) Floors into Standout Features - this is Your Guide to Cost-Effective DIY and Pro Solutions You’ve fallen in love with a cozy home in the Lone Star State—great bones, promising layout… but let’s be honest, … [Read more...]

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Ten Mistakes That Will Keep Your Home From Selling

October 30, 2023 by chorton Leave a Comment

When trying to show your house, keep it clean. Read this blog.

and How to Fix Them Fast When you list, you need every advantage. Homes that hit the market “as-is” with obvious problems linger, invite lowball offers, and frustrate everyone. Skip the headaches by tackling these ten deal-killers before buyers ever step through the … [Read more...]

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The Pros and Cons to Buying a Fixer-Upper

April 18, 2023 by chorton Leave a Comment

Why More Buyers Are Considering Homes That Need Work

Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper? Why More Buyers Are Considering Homes That Need Work The Rewards—and Risks—of Investing in a Fixer-Upper Buying a home that needs a little (or a lot) of work is becoming a more common trend. In fact, sales of fixer-upper homes rose over 13% … [Read more...]

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Kitchen Flooring Options, Find The Best Kitchen Flooring For You.

December 16, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

Choosing Kitchen flooring for your home.

Choosing the Right Kitchen Floor There are many factors that need to be considered when choosing the right kitchen floor. How often do you cook? Do you prefer an open floor plan or a cozier, closed-off one? What about durability, cleaning demands, resale impact, … [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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