Storage Ideas for Small Bathrooms (That Even a House Full of Kids Can Handle)By Melissa Elliott, your favorite Realtor, mom, and lover of all things clever and practical Let’s talk about small bathrooms. You know the ones—where you do the shampoo shuffle every time you shower, there’s a pile of hai

Add Charm to Your Bedroom (Without Breaking the Bank or Calling in Joanna Gaines)By Melissa Elliott – Your Real Estate Wrangler Let’s talk about the room that should feel like a retreat, not a storage unit with a bed in the middle: your bedroom. If your room feels more “blah” than “ahhh,” don’t wor

Top 5 Home Staging Props That’ll Make Buyers Say “Y’all, This Is The One” Hey friends, it’s your North & East Texas Real Estate Wrangler here—Melissa Elliott, wrangling listings and turning “just looking” into “where do I sign?” Now let’s talk staging. Because let’s be real: you only get one first

5 Questions to Ask Before Adding an AdditionBy Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler Thinking about adding on to your home? Maybe you need more space for a growing family, a new home office (or a gym you promise you’ll use), or maybe Mama just wants her own retreat with a soaking tub and a doo

How to Prepare Your Home for a Summer Open House: Tips to Make It ShineBy Melissa Elliott, The Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Hosting a summer open house? Saddle up—because first impressions matter, and in this Texas heat, you only get one shot before folks start melting faster than a s

When Is It Time to Downsize? Let’s Talk Truth Howdy, y’all—Melissa Elliott here, your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas. Today we’re ropin’ in a topic I’ve walked through with more families than I can count: “When is it time to downsize?”If this question’s been tapping at the back of your

Kitchen Updates to Consider (That Won’t Break the Bank but Will Turn Heads)By Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Let’s talk kitchens, y’all. Whether you're prepping your house to sell or just tired of staring at that chipped backsplash from 2008, updating your kitchen

Keeping Your Home Safe While You Travel: A Real Estate Wrangler's Guide Hey y’all—it’s Melissa Elliott, your North & East Texas Real Estate Wrangler, and today we’re talking about something near and dear to every homeowner’s heart: keeping your home safe while you’re off enjoying a little R&R. Whet

Preparing Your Kids for a Big Move: Mama-Tested Tips from the Real Estate Rodeo Let’s be real—moving ain’t easy. Between packing boxes, keeping the house clean for showings, and trying to remember where you stashed the Sharpies (again), it’s a full-blown rodeo. And if you're moving with kids? Well,

Buying & Selling at the Same Time: How to Ride Two Horses Without Falling Off By Melissa Elliott, The Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Buying a new home while selling your current one can feel a whole lot like trying to ride two wild horses at once—blindfolded, with a cup of coffee in one

By Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas If you’re thinking about selling your home—or just want to build some equity—it’s smart to focus your time and money on upgrades that actually add value. Not every renovation has the same bang for the buck. Some just make things pr

By Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Let’s cut to the chase, partner—selling your home isn’t just about planting a sign in the yard and crossing your fingers. If you want top dollar and a quick sale, you’ve got to wow buyers the moment they step through the door—or ev

Just because a home is empty doesn’t mean it’s off the hook—let’s talk about keeping it safe, sound, and ready to sell. Whether you're in between buyers, staging your old place, or waiting on a new build to finish, there’s one thing many homeowners don’t think about until it’s too late: vacant home

Pull up a chair, and let’s talk about the system that keeps this real estate rodeo running smoothly. If you’ve been dipping your toe in the home buying or selling waters, you’ve probably heard the term MLS tossed around like a lasso at a calf scramble. But what exactly is it? And why does every Rea

The Dos and Don’ts of Home Improvement DIY ProjectsBecause YouTube Makes It Look Easy—But Your Wall Still Has a Hole in It Tackling a home improvement project yourself can feel like stepping into your HGTV moment—until the paint spills, the shelves tilt like a seesaw, and your spouse says,

Debunking Common Real Estate Myths: Separating Fact from FictionBy Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Let’s be honest—real estate is full of myths, half-truths, and flat-out tall tales that can cost buyers and sellers time, money, and a whole lot of stress. Whether it'

10 Things to Avoid When Trying to Sell Your HomeBy Melissa Elliott, The Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas When you’re selling your home, you want buyers to giddy up and make an offer—not run for the hills. But all too often, sellers unknowingly make choices that spook potential buyers fast

Why Curb Appeal Matters When Selling a Home: First Impressions Count Imagine you’re pulling up to a house for a showing. Before you even step out of the car, you’re already forming an opinion. The lawn is lush, the path is swept, and the front door pops with a fresh coat of paint. Instantly, you fee

How Open Houses Can Be an Effective Tool for Selling Imagine you’re looking for a new place to call home. You scroll through countless listings online, but nothing compares to the feeling of stepping inside a house, breathing in the atmosphere, and picturing your life unfolding there. That’s the mag

Why Home Appraisals Matter When Selling Your HomeThinking about putting your house on the market? Whether you’re a seasoned seller or a first time home buyer looking to understand the process, there’s one crucial step you can’t afford to overlook: the home appraisal. It’s more than just a number—it’