TEXAS

Aug. 6, 2025

Understanding the Texas Condominium Contract:

 What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

If you're buying or selling a condo in Texas, you're going to hear about the Residential Condominium Contract (Resale) — officially known as TREC Form 30-17. Updated in November 2024, this form is specifically designed for resale transactions of condo …

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Posted in Buyers Info, Recipes, TEXAS
Aug. 1, 2025

Foodie Friday: Grilled Peach Caprese Salad

Looking for a way to elevate your summer salads? This Grilled Peach Caprese Salad combines sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors in one beautiful, colorful plate. Perfect for backyard BBQs, easy dinners, or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Fresh peaches grilled to caramelized perfection pair with creamy mozzarella and …

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Posted in Recipes, TEXAS
July 31, 2025

Why Waco, Texas Might Be the Perfect Place for You

 

Back in 1979, when my family moved to Texas, our first stop was Waco. Coming from Frankfort, Kentucky, it was a big change—the water tasted horrible (don’t worry, it’s much better now!) and the bugs looked like they could have their own zip codes. But even …

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July 29, 2025

5 Big Reasons Everyone’s Packing Their Bags for Texas (and Why Even Texans Are On the Move!)

They say everything’s bigger in Texas—and that includes the reasons people are moving here! From wide-open spaces to booming job markets and that famous Southern hospitality, Texas has something for everyone. And if you’re already a proud Texan, maybe it’s time for a change of scenery—because the only constant in …

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July 25, 2025

Celebrate National Hot Fudge Sundae Day with a Texas Twist!

Celebrate National Hot Fudge Sundae Day with a Texas Twist!

July 25th is officially National Hot Fudge Sundae Day—and if there’s ever a holiday worth celebrating, this is it! Nothing beats a scoop (or three!) of your favorite ice cream, drizzled with rich hot fudge, topped with whipped …

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Posted in Holiday, Recipes, TEXAS
July 24, 2025

Why Walden on Lake Conroe is Texas’ Best-Kept Secret for Affordable Lake Living

 

Real Estate Update June 2025

If you’re searching for a place that feels like a vacation every day but is still affordable and close to all the essentials, let me introduce you to Walden in Montgomery, Texas. Imagine waking up surrounded by towering pines and sparkling …

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July 23, 2025

Texas Real Estate June 2025

🏠 Texas Housing at a Glance 

  • Median price: $347,000 — a modest YoY bump of 0.6%. Not quite million-dollar mansions, but a step up from the taco budget.

  • Months of inventory: 5.7 — while it is mostly a buyer's market, there are some areas …

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July 22, 2025

Houston vs. Dallas Housing Market:

The Good, the Bad, and the Pretty – June 2025 Update

Everything's bigger in Texas—even the housing market news! If you’ve been wondering how Houston and Dallas are stacking up this summer, here’s the latest on what’s good, what’s not-so-good, and what’s downright pretty in these two powerhouse …

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July 18, 2025

Closing Time: What to Expect When It’s Almost Yours

🎉 Closing Time: What to Expect When It’s Almost Yours

Day 5 of 5: “Understanding the Texas One to Four… Until They Change It Again”

You made it! The contract has been signed, inspections done, repairs negotiated—now it’s time for closing (also called settlement). This is where …

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July 18, 2025

Foodie Friday: Sparkling Berry Lemonade (Mocktail or Cocktail!)

 

When the Texas heat hits triple digits, nothing cools you down quite like a tall glass of something sparkly and refreshing. This Sparkling Berry Lemonade is the perfect mix of sweet, tart, and bubbly—ideal for porch sitting, patio relaxing, or floating in the pool.

Best part? You …

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Posted in Recipes, TEXAS