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Faulty comparable valuesFor single family residences, the value of the property is appraised by the selling prices of similar properties, in a similar neighborhood during a specific time.  There are rules that appraisers use to determine the value.  These appraisers are trained and have a strict ...

Pay for college and get a tax deductionHelping your children pay for college is one of those benefits of being a parent.  Helping them pay for college and getting a tax deduction is a benefit of being a business owner.  This post applies to your college age children over 18.  When you hire a chil...

Be the neighbor who knowsMost home owners are interested in what their property is worth.  Some take that curiosity to the next level.  I have a friend who is the person who pulls flyer's from FOR SALE signs anytime a property is for sale on his street.  He loves to inform me on what houses are g...

Be the neighbor who knowsMost home owners are interested in what their property is worth.  Some take that curiosity to the next level.  My brother is the guy who pulls flyer's from FOR SALE signs anytime a property is for sale on his street.  He loves to inform me on what houses are going for in ...

Be the neighbor who knowsMost home owners are interested in what their property is worth.  Some take that curiosity to the next level.  My brother is the guy who pulls flyer's from FOR SALE signs anytime a property is for sale on his street.  He loves to inform me on what houses are going for in ...

Be the neighbor who knowsMost home owners are interested in what their property is worth.  Some take that curiosity to the next level.  My brother is the guy who pulls flyer's from FOR SALE signs anytime a property is for sale on his street.  He loves to inform me on what houses are going for in ...

Advantages of Gated CommunitiesHomes for sale in a Kennedale Gated CommunityGated communities are often sought after for their amenities.  They offer security and privacy.  gated communities offer other advantages: Safer and quieter streets by restricting through traffic You are free from pesky s...

Cast Iron and Clay Pipes DecomposeCast Iron and clay pipes are a hidden time bomb.  They say the best mistakes to learn from are someone Else's. I will give you two examples of when ignorance cost me thousands.  You can avoid the risk of buying and older home in DFW.Home Construction BackgroundIn...

Homes for Sale in the Kennedale School DistrictWhy Do People Live here?Kennedale is a small bedroom community on the major cross-roads of Arlington and Fort Worth. Located just South of I-20 and along Hwy 287, Kennedale has easy access to the metroplex.  However once you are off the freeway, smal...