The Fort Worth/Dallas Metro-Plex is a pretty vibrant economy.  Are there a lot of people in the oil and gas business?  Yes.  But, that is not the driving force behind our economy.  The oil and gas business is becoming less of a factor when it comes to over economy of the Metro-Plex.  High Tech and Medical has over taken the effect of the Oil and Gas business.  We have major corporations relocating to the area because of a business friendly environment.  If I remember, I got this from one of my lenders, the Metro-Plex has about 15000 "out of state" people moving to the area each month and just a very small portion are related to the oil and gas business.According to the Fort Worth Business press latest issue, the outlook for 2016 Multifamily is strong.  In 2015 the Dallas/Fort Worth Me... 01/27/2016

We're only a few weeks into the new year, but 2016 is already shaping up to be a perfect year to buy a home! Here's a few reasons why:Low mortgages ending: Interest rates are at record lows, but they won't remain this low for long! Experts are predicting interest rates to rise in the near future, which will in turn raise mortgage payments and make buying a home more expensive very soon.Home inventory increase: In many real estate markets across the country, including DFW, home inventory has been far lower than demand, making it ideal for seller's. Buyers are expected to have a bit more luck this year as the number of homes on the market is expected to increase significantly this year. So the days of bidding wars and high home prices may be in the past, giving buyers the upper hand.Stabi... 01/26/2016

Earlier this month we had the pleasure of having lunch at a fairly new restaurant in town - Fixture.  Located in the Near Southside area of Fort Worth, it's right on Magnolia Ave.Part of the Fixture philosophy is "Food doesn't have to be expensive to be great..." and they couldn't live by that any better!  When you walk into Fixture you immediately feel its comfortable, laid back vibe.  All are welcome & they just want you to have a good meal and enjoy your time there.Fixture promotes community by only offering naturally grown food - or as they like to put it, "...no processed or lab-created ingredients" go into their food.  They strive to support as many local & American-based businesses as possible by carrying American boutique wines, local craft beer & American spirits.When deciding ... 01/25/2016

 A home seller often thinks they know their home & its value better than anyone.  The truth is, it's the market that decides a home's true value.It doesn't matter if it is a dilapidated shack or a glamorous estate - the market will tell you what your home is worth at that present time.You should ask yourself though - Is your home priced accordingly?  Is it updated and in proper repair?  Is reluctance to complete repairs going to force you out of the retail market and into the wholesale market?If your home is clean, orderly & in proper repair there is no reason that you shouldn't get what you are asking for the property, as long as it is within the market value.There are people out there - investors - who will purchase your house without the proper repairs being done but, you should be p... 01/19/2016

Situated on a quiet court this home has mature trees, rear covered parking with side and rear patio. Open floor plan concept with great flow. Sliding glass door leads to the side patio and back of complex. Kitchen has tiled counter tops, breakfast bar and over looks the living area and dining. Great for the growing family! It is close to the Lake Worth and a great view for 4th of July fireworks with easy access to shopping & downtown Fort Worth.Click here for Virtual Tour 01/18/2016

Often times the new year means wiping the slate clean & starting fresh.  Organization tends to be at the top of many people's "New Year Goals".  So, in an effort to help you stay on track with your goals & truly wipe the slate clean we're sharing out tips for getting organized.Starting off in the kitchen - the heart of the home!  If you have an unorganized kitchen - no matter the size - it is likely you will not want to cook in it!  Big or small it is important that you keep your kitchen organized so that when you are in there things can flow like a well oiled machine.  So, here's our steps for creating an organized kitchen!1. Purge - First things first - you must begin going through all of your cabinets & drawers one by one & purging those items that you have multiples of or you simply... 01/13/2016

Just like pricing your home correctly matters, so does the way a buyer sees your house.  Not all buyers have a vision for changing paint colors and seeing a blank canvas through the current furniture & decorations that are currently in place.  Then there are those buyers who may have a vision but, are looking for more of a move-in ready home where they don't have to do any work at all once they've purchased the property.  Each scenario & type of buyer is ok to have, you just need to be able to help them along the way.How to help buyers see themselves living in your home when they walk through it?  Make it as neutral as possible.  This doesn't mean take down anything that says "people actually live here" but, it does mean removing items that set a tone for the house as a whole.  Are you ... 01/12/2016

Price matters!Remember that house that you just fell in love with and could just picture all of your future family functions in??  Do you also remember that you saw the price and thought "It's out of our price range!  We would never be able to afford it!" Well, that's exactly what you'll be doing if you price your house too high to sell.People will look at other houses in your neighborhood and area and they'll compare them to yours.  If another house in your same price range has more bells & whistles than yours, what do you think a buyers feedback will be about your house?  Likely, something along the lines of "Gosh I sure love this house but, for this price I could get X, Y & Z more right down the road!"  And yes, they're correct, they can.If you price your home too high, chances are t... 01/06/2016

Situated on a quiet court this home has mature trees, rear covered parking with side and rear patio. Open floor plan concept with great flow. Sliding glass door leads to the side patio and back of complex. Kitchen has tiled counter tops, breakfast bar and over looks the living area and dining. Great for the growing family! It is close to the Lake Worth and a great view for 4th of July fireworks with easy access to shopping & downtown Fort Worth.Click Here for Virtual Tour 01/06/2016

 Many people feel you can choose just any Real Estate Professional to be your agent. I mean they do all have access to MLS so, what's the difference? Well, there's a big difference & having the right Real Estate Professional for you can make or break the deal.Is your Real Estate Professional passive or proactive? Is this their full time, professional job or just a part-time gig? You must be sure to choose someone who is authentically focused on the sale of your home. Not just because they're likable & you can talk easily with them. While this is a great thing to have with your Real Estate Professional, it shouldn't be the only reason you choose them as your representative & guide through the selling & buying process.Any and all agents have access to MLS. However, it's important that you... 01/05/2016

  Ahhh...  A new month, a new year... and a whole lot of fun stuff to get into around Ft. Worth!  Likely the biggest thing happening is the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo!  It's the kick-off event each year for the city & certainly something no one should miss!  So, to include the Stock Show, here's a list of other fun things happening around town this month! January 5th - Mommy & Me Playtime TuesdayJanuary 7th - Luke Wade at Scat Jazz LoungeJanuary 7th - 3rd Coast Tribal Dance Festival 2016January 9th - Log Cabin Village - Dutch Oven CookingStar Wars the Force Awakens at the Ft Worth Museum of Science & HistoryJanuary 11th - 17th - 360 West Magazine Winter Restaurant WeekThrough January 18th - Panther Island Ice  January 13th - Motown the Musical at Bass Performance HallJanuary 15th - F... 01/05/2016

  My friends Jane & Bruce Tischler are the greatest friends in the world! Last night, 12/21/15, I was treated to the Greatest Generation Aircraft Christmas Light Night Flight I could possibly imagine with Jane! We flew in a vintage WWII C-47, T9, 41-6315 built in 1942 over beautiful downtown Fort Worth. This was an experience of a lifetime. It was a magic ride! Soaring up in the air. The plane was filled with history and soldiers memories of Christmas past. Our cameras were poking through the gunner holes and the city lights were electrifying! We were flying high soaring after sunset!!! Getting ready for take-off was exciting. You could hear the loud and powerful roar of the engines unlike any carrier today. We were in the first seats behind the cockpit where the pilots were preparing f... 12/22/2015

Still looking for that perfect gift for a special someone for this holiday season?  Maybe you have some birthdays coming up that are to be celebrated & need gifts?  There are so many locally owned stores in Fort Worth that it makes shopping local too easy!  If you're still stumped, here's a quick list of some locally owned shops that might be worth popping in to! KidsThe Happy LarkToy WorksStella's LadiesHale HouseCoyote Urban BoutiqueBarse JewelryStella's MenBig Dave's Cigar EmporiumM.L. Leddy'sKnife AlleyFt. Worth Gun Emporium Gift Shops & MoreKay's HallmarkRetro CowboyWrareDanette's Urban OasisHutson Studio 12/20/2015

The Legacy Group is happy to announce a new mobile app that allows HOME BUYERS to search for real, up to the minute, live MLS listings. The app is called “Home Scouting” and is a FREE home finding service provided directly to consumers by Home BuyersMARKETING II, Inc, a licensed brokerage services company. Whether you’re ready to buy a home or just browsing, you’ll want to take advantage of the free Home Scouting app. This convenient app makes finding yourDREAM HOME fast and easy. Home Scouting provides you with 100% of the ACTIVE MLS listings, unlike some other public home search websites and apps. You receive the most accurate information AVAILABLE and with Home Scouting you can:  View every MLS listing·       Schedule a home showing  View sold home information  See detailed school di... 12/14/2015

There's soon to be a new neighborhood just west of town & it looks to be a beautiful one - Morningstar! Fort Worth developers Tim Fleet and Kim Gill have already begun utility work, paving is set to begin in December and construction is planned to begin in March 2016.You can expect such amenities such as hiking and bike trails along Mary's Creek, a lakeside amphitheater and a resort-style swimming pool. There will also be 4 lakes with waterfalls within the 737 acre development.Morningstar is located just North of Interstate 20 on FM 3325 making quick access to the highway to head further West to Weatherford or back East to enjoy Fort Worth.Utilities such as Atmos Gas, AT&T's Fiber Network & City of Fort Worth's Water & Sewer will be offered. Homes will range in square foot from 1,800 to... 12/14/2015

 That's right! You are the CEO of your home sale! Yes, it's true the Real Estate Professional has access to all things real estate and is an essential part of the transaction but, the real power lies within your hands. You have the ultimate decision on the pricing, showing & negotiation. Treat your home sale like any other major business deal - with excellence and professionalism. Work with your Real Estate Professional to develop a strong relationship that reaps you the biggest rewards and profits! Strengthen, inspire, be easy to work with, and be as flexible as possible in order to move your home sale along efficiently. Don't be offended by negative feedback - be open to it! If you really do want to sell your house, be open to ways you can improve the look and feel of the environment ... 12/09/2015

 More and more technology is becoming a part of our everyday lives. Some people choose to fight it, some choose to use what they need of it to get by and others embrace it. For those that embrace technology may be on the path to what is called a "Smart Home" where different gadgets & technologies are programmed to control things like lights around the house, the thermostat, your coffee maker, etc. We've put together a shopping guide for some cool gadgets for a Smart Home.  1. - Apple Home Kit - Use your iOS device to connect the products you use in your home so, you can privately & securely control them and make them work together.2. - Nest Thermostat - The Nest Learning Thermostat automatically adapts as your life and the seasons change. Just use it for a week and it programs itself.3.... 12/07/2015

 Reata Realty owner & broker Donnie Keller has written a book Moving Forward: 25 Essential Rules for Buying and Selling Real Estate Without Going Crazy. In the coming weeks we are going to work through the book & talk about each rule a little more! Today I want to talk about the book as a whole & give you an overview of what the book & future blog post will be about.Let's talk about your home. It is likely your biggest investment to date. Not just physically but, emotionally as well. Not only have you cared for it over the years by adding furnishings & updates, fixing things as they ran their course of time but, you also created a lot of memories in your home. Through the years you likely celebrated some birthdays in your home, holidays, hosted family & friends for gatherings. Maybe you... 12/03/2015

Park Glen Homes for Sale in Fort Worth, TXSearch current inventory of Park Glen Homes for Sale in Fort Worth, TXListing DetailsPark Glen Homes for Sale in Fort Worth, TX4900 Parkside Way Fort Worth, TX 76137Price: $197,000MLS number: 13203423Bedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2.5Square Footage: 1970 Call John Hrisco & Associates at 817-725-0157 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing. You Will Love the Open and Spaciousness of the Lovely Park Glen Home for Sale in Fort Worth, TXWelcome Home.  That is the feeling you will get when you first step into this lovely open and spacious Park Glen Home for Sale in the Park Glen Addition.  This Gorgeous home has many custom upgrades which include decorator paint, upgraded light fixtures, porcelain tile, an updated master bath, guest b... 12/02/2015

Buying Your Fort Worth Home Without A Realtor Could Cost You More Like some buyers, you may be shopping for a home to buy without using a Realtor.  An agent of your own, working for you.  Maybe you don’t trust agents, you want to shop on your own time at your own pace without an agent pressuring you to buy something you won’t be happy with. They’re just salespeople, right? Wrong!  A salesperson owes you service, but not loyalty.  While a Realtor owes loyalty to whomever they’re contracted to serve. In most cases that’s the seller. See this is my point.  Buying Your Fort Worth Home Without A Realtor Could Cost You More Money!  Once you contact the listing agent about a property, go view that property, and decide to buy it, don’t expect the listing agent to represent your best interests. ... 11/19/2015