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Signs You’re About to Make an Offer on the Wrong House

November 10, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

This blog explores the challenges of buying a home in today’s tight Stephenville and Cross Timbers housing market, offering guidance on when compromise can become risky. It highlights local statistics on prices, inventory, and mortgage rates, and shares advice from Preferred Properties of Texas, a real estate agency with over 30 years of experience helping buyers and sellers across Stephenville, Granbury, Fort Worth, Hamilton, Brownwood, and surrounding towns.

When “Compromise” Becomes Risky: 6 Red Flags for Homebuyers in Today’s Stephenville & Cross Timbers Area Market   In a tight real estate climate like the one we’re seeing now — characterized by low supply, steady demand, and rising mortgage costs — buyers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Buying a home Tagged With: Blog, buying a home, buying homes, erath county, first time home buyer, Homes for sale Stephenville TX, mortgage, mortgage rates, Preferred Properties of Texas, property taxes, real estate, stephenville tx, taxes

Ways To Extend Your Outdoor Living Season

November 7, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

Outdoor living isn't just for summer. There are many other reasons to enjoy it. The beauty of autumn and the crisp, cool weather are two reasons to enjoy outdoor living beyond summer. You can save big on entertainment and dining out by enjoying great food, drinks and company … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Home Improvements Tagged With: Blog, outdoor, outdoor living, Preferred Properties of Texas, stephenville tx, tips

Being A Homeowner Has Its Benefits During Periods Of Economic Decline.

November 4, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

A homeowner is often referred to as having more financial stability. You can become a homeowner by paying down your mortgage and acquiring an asset that can grow in value over time. Renting a house can mean that your landlord may charge you more for each renewal. If you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Blog, erath county, homeowners, mortgage, mortgage rates, Preferred Properties of Texas, real estate, recession, stephenville tx

Keep Diversity In Mind When Searching For Land

November 1, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

Many land buyers make the common mistake of not considering diversity when searching for land. A 500-acre hardwood bottom is what many buyers envision. While it is beautiful and could be a great investment, it doesn't offer the variety necessary to make the property livable … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Investing, Land for Sale Tagged With: Blog, erath county, investing, land, Preferred Properties of Texas, real estate, stephenville tx, texas land

The Process On Buying A Foreclosure

October 26, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

Buying on a FORCLOSURE talk with Preferred Properties of Texas Real Estate Agency 254-965-7775

Buying a Foreclosure Home in 2025:  What You Need to Know Real estate advice from Preferred Properties of Texas Foreclosures are making headlines again in 2025. While the housing market remains generally healthy, the lingering effects of high interest rates, rising … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Foreclosure, Real Estate Advice Tagged With: #TexasRealEstate, Blog, buying a foreclosed home, buying a home, buying homes, erath county, forcelosure homes, forclosure, Homes for sale Stephenville TX, PPTX, Preferred Properties of Texas, real estate

USDA Loans Aren’t Just For Farmers

October 24, 2022 by chorton Leave a Comment

You wouldn't be alone in thinking USDA loans were only for rural farmers. The program is accessible through the United States Department of Agricultural. The Rural Development (RD), which was initially called the Farmer's Home Administration, administers the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog, Buying a home Tagged With: Blog, buying a home, buying homes, erath county, Homes for sale Stephenville TX, loans, mortgage, mortgage programs, mortgage rates, Preferred Properties of Texas, real estate, realtor, stephenville tx

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