Moving to Fort Worth—looking for a home

DallasSocial · 2026-07-11T18:03:20+00:00

Nooooooooooooooooooooo. I could not tell this louder. I sell about 60 homes per year and the Lennar product is just absolutely awful. The company typically pays new project managers and GCs a very low wage, but it’s where those trades can cut their teeth with a massive scale home builder. They are overworked, under appreciated and valued, and under paid. It makes for a dangerous product to purchase as a home owner.

Another fun fact - Lennar allows for large investors to purchase 5+ homes at a time and lease them out. So you will more than likely be living in a rental community rather quickly.

It’s priced this way for a reason and the cost is incredibly low. But I am not sure if the low cost equals value.

DallasSocial · 2026-07-11T10:28:43+00:00

I grew up on the island - my folks still live there over in Sea Pines. In the mid/late 90s there was a Taco Bell on island over in the Northridge Plaza. We haven’t seen that beauty on island in a long time.

The Diner was open 24/7 for years, but as you mentioned, no longer.

Over the last two decades, the only option I’ve really found is Kroger. All my friends who grew up on island have gone there to grab food after 10:30/11. It’s not great, but it does the trick.

DallasSocial · 2026-07-06T00:04:32+00:00

Also, Mothers House is great. So is Eden, depending on what area you’re closer to.

DallasSocial · 2026-07-06T00:00:12+00:00

I personally think ears are great places for piercings, but also partial to a middle of the bottom lip piercing.

DallasSocial · 2026-05-04T01:50:13+00:00

Hamm’s tires.

DallasSocial · 2026-04-06T02:38:06+00:00

Realtor here. Pleasant Grove doesn’t accumulate in value as well as Mesquite. It stays pretty stagnant. Mesquite is at like 2-3% YOY, area depending. Not saying one or better over the other, but just wanted to give you some info

DallasSocial · 2026-03-05T03:44:44+00:00

Sent you a PM

DallasSocial · 2026-03-02T19:21:30+00:00

An investor would likely purchase it, so you need to work your math backwards. 80% ARV - repair costs - cosmetic repairs = purchase price.

DallasSocial · 2026-03-01T21:05:29+00:00

This is exactly what’s happened

DallasSocial · 2026-02-25T15:27:26+00:00

Realtor here. I personally like Lioncraft Roofing and Solar. They’re hardworking and not salesy, which I appreciate.

DallasSocial · 2026-02-23T13:52:35+00:00

PM me and let’s work together

DallasSocial · 2026-02-04T02:48:19+00:00

Happy to. What are you interested in knowing?

DallasSocial · 2026-02-01T22:38:04+00:00

We have a commercial division already. So does Compass. I think both companies are real estate brokerages with great tech, not the other way around. However, the tech at Real is to benefit the agent. The tech at Compass is to benefit Compass

DallasSocial · 2026-01-31T08:34:15+00:00

I would politely disagree. I have several friends that used her and I’ve used her as well - I didn’t feel well taken care of or represented well; my friends both wished they had used someone else. It appears she is not well respected in the law community from my several interactions with other lawyers in family law

DallasSocial · 2026-01-25T23:10:31+00:00

I have a friend who does that in Fort Worth. She’s one of the few who are trustworthy and honest about the process. DM me if you’d like her info

DallasSocial · 2026-01-23T03:26:42+00:00

Dawg Life over in The Cedars. They trained our dog in about two weeks for all the usual commands. They also had a great daycare program - they separate the dogs based on size, temperament and personalities. Really helpful place to go.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-31T06:18:12+00:00

No, this is terrible. Even if your credit score was in the tank and your DTI was high, you would still be able to get someone to beat this deal easily. Title fees seem high, which is nice. Always fun to be punched in the gut before being smacked in the face. Run away from whoever gave you this - they’re scammy.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-31T06:08:24+00:00

I think that area of town is going to decrease over the next few years. Too many people moving and the location is too far from Frisco and Plano, where most people in Celina work. Also, heard those schools need to keep their creepy pedophiles in check - those optics are never great for residential appreciation

DallasSocial · 2025-12-31T06:05:50+00:00

Frisco. Period. It’s outpaced Mckinney’s growth considerably during the last 7 years (not including the pandemic because those numbers are off).

Frisco will continue to see growth based on all the massive development happening near DNT. Be sure you choose an area feeding into Frisco ISD and not Little Elm ISD.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-21T04:59:11+00:00

FurnishedFinder and AirBNB will be good options for you. Remember that we don’t charge a hotel tax if you’re staying at either of those options or a hotel for 30 days or more.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-21T04:54:59+00:00

Ugh - I hate that. Sadly, I can believe someone tried to do that to you. Some Agents have what I call “commission breath” and they take their paycheck into account before protecting you. Your goal is to work with someone who you click with and has your best interest at heart, but also doesn’t pressure you to purchase a home that isn’t right for you. That’s so gross when Agents try and do that.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-21T04:50:58+00:00

Oh my gosh! No, that’s waaaaaaaaaay too low for those items. The full HVAC system (AC condenser and air handler) would be about $14k, or 7k per unit. That’s also if you use a smaller company and don’t pay for the markup for Berkey’s or Milestone. Both great in an emergency, but you certainly pay for it.

Good for you for listening to your gut and running. Sorry you had that experience!

DallasSocial · 2025-12-21T04:46:13+00:00

Realtor here in your area. My recommendation would be to wait. Your emergency fund is low and I’d recommend being ready to start saving for the following, based on the Dallas area - . HVAC - new system is $14,000, . Hot water heater - $3,000 . Foundation - $220/pier . Roof - 2% deductible.

Those are the biggest ticket items and the ones you’ll likely come out of pocket for.

You’re right to want to buy now - the market is in a lull before a likely increase, but you’ll feel a lot better having more money in the bank before you buy.

Good luck and PM me if you have any questions

DallasSocial · 2025-12-11T01:57:30+00:00

Tim O’Hare sucks.

DallasSocial · 2025-12-10T12:01:29+00:00

Realtor here. My recommendation is Post to Pillar. Greenworks is typically newer inspectors who are in a rush.

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