Residential and Investment Properties in Dallas - Fort Worth
By Elena Garrett, December 2025 Across the DFW real estate market — buyers, sellers, landlords, builders, and flippers alike — many people are still mentally anchored and longing for to the COVID-era market of 2021–2022. Not just the memories, but the expectations that those conditions were somehow “normal” — while Read more…
By Elena Garrett, December 2025 Most flippers think this: “If I buy a house under 70% ARV (after repair value)… and then install the right countertops… put in new gray LVP floors… paint everything in white/gray… add canned lights… replace the old windows/toilets/doors… and don’t overspend or make mistakes… I’ll Read more…
By Elena Garrett, Dec 2025 One of the biggest challenges I see with first-time and newer real estate buy-and-hold investors isn’t lack of enthusiasm or motivation—it’s lack of clear “no” criteria in their search for homes. Most people start their search by scrolling listings that look good, like clean photos, Read more…
Home Market Prices in North Texas – What Exactly Happened? Most home sellers are asking themselves: “Why aren’t prices going up like they did in 2021?” Here’s what the numbers show: 2021–early 2022: Prices jumped fast Multiple offers were common Buyers rushed and overpaid Late 2022–2025: Prices stopped climbing Prices Read more…
by Elena Garrett, November 2025 If you’re looking to expand your rental portfolio without hunting through the entire MLS, we maintain a continuously updated list of homes under $250,000 that work well for both turnkey rentals and light cosmetic rehab opportunities. These homes are typically in stable, high-demand rental areas Read more…
by Elena Garrett, Nov 2025 Most people, when they dream about buying a home, think the “good deal” comes from finding a lower interest rate… or catching a lucky break in the market. But guess what? The interest rate is only PART of the conversation.Sometimes the bigger part is this: Read more…
If your home has been sitting with few showings or low offers, a 3–7 day private test gives you the truth — and a plan — fast and confidentially. The Problem:Homes stuck on the market lose power the longer they stay unsold. Long days on market and multiple public price Read more…
🏡 Thinking of Selling? Your Agent Might End Up Costing You Thousands!
Not all real estate agents are created equal. Some know exactly how to get you top dollar—others? Not so much. The wrong agent can mean lowball offers, price reductions, and money left on the table. Before you hire an agent, make sure you ask these 10 critical questions that separate the pros from the amateurs.
🚨 Read this before signing with an agent—your bank account will thank you!
Selling the wrong way isn’t just inconvenient—it’s expensive. Do you want to risk losing money, time, and strong buyers? Or do you want a proven strategy that puts YOU in control?
By Elena Garrett, Realtor, Investor, 72SOLD Area Director – Feb 20, 2025 Why Institutional and International Investors Should Be Watching North Texas Right Now As we enter 2025, North Texas real estate presents one of the most intriguing investment landscapes in the U.S. While national headlines focus on rising mortgage Read more…
Hi, my name is Elena Garrett, and I am a real estate agent with Keller Williams Central 75 brokerage in Dallas – Fort Worth. I work with both residential and commercial real estate transactions.
Reach out to me with any questions or comments on my blog.
(469) 371 4961
egarrett @ kw.com
501 W President George Bush Hwy #125, Richardson, TX 75080
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