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

Top 5 Reasons to Pack Up and Plant Roots in Mineola, TX — From Your Local Real Estate Wrangler Howdy, friends — Melissa Elliott here, your go-to Realtor and Real Estate Wrangler for North & East Texas. If you’ve ever daydreamed about swapping the city sprawl for small-town charm (with just the righ

🌟 Top 5 Reasons to Call Grand Saline, TX Home 🌟 Hey y’all — if you’re dreamin’ of small-town living with big Texas heart, let’s talk about why Grand Saline might just be your perfect landing spot: 1️⃣ Affordable and Easy on the Wallet Stretch your dollar way further here. With home prices and liv

Y’all, grab your boots and your “someday” dreams — because today I’m telling you exactly why Canton, Texas, ought to be at the top of your list if you’re thinking about planting new roots. I don’t sugarcoat, so here’s the real deal: Canton is a slice of East Texas charm where life slows down, neigh

🎸 Top 5 Reasons Folks Are Packin’ Up and Headin’ to Lindale, Texas If you’ve been dreamin’ about a place that feels like small-town heaven but still lets you scoot over to the big city when you need to — Lindale might just be your next rodeo. I’ve lived around these parts a long while, and trust m

Investment Properties: Is Real Estate Still a Good Investment? Let’s cut to the chase: is real estate still worth it as an investment? Short answer: yes — but with a big ol’ Texas-sized asterisk. You’ve probably heard people say, “Buy land, they’re not making any more of it.” And while that’s true,

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 get real for a minute: if you own a home, chances are it’s the biggest investment you’ve ever made. And just like you wouldn’t ride a bull without a helmet (unless you’re asking for trouble), you shouldn’t own a home without

By Melissa Elliott, Your Real Estate Wrangler of North & East Texas Let’s talk money—but don’t worry, I’m not about to throw confusing lender lingo at you. I’m talkin’ real-deal, step-by-step guidance to help you figure out what kind of home you can actually afford—without gettin’ in over your boot

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 Potential Tax Benefits of Real Estate InvestmentReal estate investment isn’t just about building wealth through property appreciation or rental income—it’s also about leveraging smart tax strategies that can make your investment dollars work even harder. If you’ve ever wondered why so many inves