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Zombie Homes & Foreclosure Nightmares in Rural Texas

October 16, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Vacant and foreclosed properties are haunting small towns across rural Texas—discover how Preferred Properties of Texas helps restore value, protect neighborhoods, and turn “zombie homes” into living investments.

Vacant and foreclosed properties are haunting small towns across rural Texas—discover how Preferred Properties of Texas helps restore value, protect neighborhoods, and turn “zombie homes” into living investments. Vacant, deteriorating houses—often called “zombie … [Read more...]

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5 Things That Can Do Double Duty When Cleaning Your House

September 12, 2023 by chorton Leave a Comment

At Preferred Properties of Texas, we know that a clean and well-maintained home not only feels good to live in—it also helps boost your property’s value when it’s time to sell. For more expert tips on preparing your home for the market, give us a call at 254-965-7775. We are the preferred way to buy and sell real estate in the Cross Timbers area and beyond.

You don’t have to spend a fortune on specialty cleaning products to keep your home spotless. In fact, many of the items you already have around the house can do double—or even triple—duty when it comes to cleaning. From stubborn scuff marks to freshening up your fridge, … [Read more...]

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How to Leverage Color Science in Real Estate

August 26, 2023 by chorton Leave a Comment

This article from Preferred Properties of Texas explains how color science influences up to 90% of homebuying decisions, offering professional staging and marketing advice to help sellers maximize value. With over 30 years of service, Preferred Properties of Texas is the preferred way to buy and sell real estate. Call 254-965-7775.

Color can influence the human brain in a number of ways. Pay closer attention to the colors in your marketing and listings. Here’s a refreshed and lengthened version of the blog, written with a real estate agent’s perspective and professional advice. It incorporates … [Read more...]

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