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What You Need To Know Before Gifting Real Estate to Your Children

February 3, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

Thinking about gifting real estate to your children in Texas? Learn what tax rules, planning steps, and local considerations families should know before transferring property.

  How families can pass down property wisely while avoiding costly tax surprises In the spirit of giving, many parents begin the new year thinking about how to help their children get ahead, especially when it comes to housing. With home prices remaining high and … [Read more...]

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Landowners in Erath County Are Rethinking Strategy for 2026 and Here’s Why

January 28, 2026 by chorton Leave a Comment

What Erath County landowners should know about the 2026 land market, including pricing strategy, water value, access, and long-term land planning in the Cross Timbers region.

From Water to Access: What Really Mattered in the 2025 Land Market and What It Means for 2026 The land market across Erath County and the Cross Timbers didn’t simply cool off or heat up in 2025. It matured. Buyers became more disciplined. Sellers became more strategic. … [Read more...]

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The Gift of Land — Stories of Ranches, Farms, and Texas Roots

November 18, 2025 by chorton 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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It’s a Buyer’s Market — Now Is the Time to Own Your Piece of Texas!

August 5, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

"Now is the perfect time to buy—it's a buyer's market! Preferred Properties of Texas, your trusted real estate agency for over 30 years, specializes in residential homes, land, farms, ranches, commercial properties, and rental property management. Serving the Cross Timbers area with expert care and local knowledge. Call us today at 254-965-7775 or visit PreferredPropertiesofTexas.com — The Preferred Way to Buy and Sell Real Estate in Texas."

Unlock Your Dream Home in Texas Today with Preferred Properties of Texas Real Estate Agency!   Hey, if you’ve ever felt like the housing market was moving too fast—or wondered if now is ever the right time to take the plunge—the answer is YES. We’re officially … [Read more...]

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