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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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Real Estate Photography Pricing, Types & Hiring Tips

September 2, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Professional real estate photography makes all the difference when marketing a home. Learn about pricing, types, and expert hiring tips in our latest blog—adapted from The Close and personalized for Preferred Properties of Texas, where we’re proud to offer full-service real estate marketing across particularly in the Cross Timbers area of Texas. Contact us today at (254) 965-7775 — Preferred Properties of Texas: The Preferred Way to Buy and Sell Real Estate.

Selling Homes Starts with the Right Image Understand how professional photography can transform your listings and how PPTX helps you get it right every time. Professional real estate photography makes all the difference when marketing a home. Learn about pricing, … [Read more...]

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The Hidden Beauty (and Bumps) of Buying a 1960s Home

August 12, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

retro lifestyle

A look inside the charm, challenges, and renovation realities of 1960s-era homes If you're considering buying a home that was built over 50 years ago, you're not alone. Mid-century homes—especially those from the 1960s—are gaining popularity for their character, charm, … [Read more...]

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Preferred Properties of Texas Focus on Arts and Community

July 30, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

LEGO CAMP

Summer at PPTX: A Season of Creativity, Community, and Young Artists 2025:June-August Creating Foundations for the Next Generation PPTX turns its space into a creative studio, proving that community starts with connection and self-expression. Jerrel Sustaita, Live … [Read more...]

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From Drought to Devastation: Flood’s Impact on the Cross Timbers Region

July 29, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Volunteers help clear debris and search for missing people and pets after the devastating flood of the Hill County area of Texas.

From Drought to Flood: Central Texas Rebuilds Through Music and Community (upcoming Benefit schedule below) From the Bull Nettle Bar to statewide stages, Texans are turning grief into action—raising funds, lifting spirits, and standing together for the families and farms … [Read more...]

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Homeowners Insurance vs. Home Warranties: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

June 23, 2025 by chorton Leave a Comment

Protect Your Investment with the Right Coverage Strategy When buying a home, one of the most important decisions you'll make—beyond choosing the perfect property—is how to protect it. At Preferred Properties of Texas, we know this can feel overwhelming, especially with so … [Read more...]

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