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Thanksgiving in Texas — Gratitude, Tradition & Community

November 27, 2025 by Case Horton 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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Vacancy Rate for Landlords

November 20, 2025 by Case Horton 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 Case Horton 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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Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Stephenville’s Thanksgiving Tradition Returns for 2025

November 15, 2025 by Case Horton 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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First-Time Homebuyers with Student Loans: How to Get Approved in Texas

November 6, 2025 by Case Horton Leave a Comment

How first-time buyers with student loans can get approved in Texas, plus TSAHC, TDHCA, USDA, and Fort Worth HAP options in the Cross Timbers. Preferred Properties of Texas guide to buying a home with student debt around Stephenville, Granbury, Hamilton, Brownwood, and Fort Worth. Student loans and mortgages explained: DTI rules, IDR documentation, and Texas assistance to lower cash-to-close for first-time buyers. Step-by-step approval plan for first-time Texas homebuyers with student loans, including program stacking and local eligibility tips. Local Cross Timbers homebuying guide: how lenders count student loans and which down-payment programs help first-timers qualify. Preferred Properties of Texas 254-965-7775

How to get approved for a mortgage even if you still have student loans Cross Timbers Edition: Stephenville, Granbury, Hamilton, Brownwood, Fort Worth, including all nearby counties and towns. Buying your first home in the Cross Timbers doesn’t have to wait until your … [Read more...]

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The View from Here: Wind, Solar, and the Future of Texas Land Values

September 4, 2025 by Case Horton Leave a Comment

Cows are grazing next to solar panels in a rural part of Texas. At Preferred Properties of Texas, we’ve spent over 30 years helping landowners understand how energy projects like this can impact land value across the Cross Timbers region.

Energy Projects vs. Property Value in the Cross Timbers Region We break down recent research, landowner feedback, and expert insight from over 30 years of real estate experience in Stephenville and beyond. What Landowners & Buyers Need … [Read more...]

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