Homes that sold in Rockwall County in September closed at 97.9% of their final asking price, but only 93.6% of where they started. On a $485,000 home, that gap is roughly $20,000. If you're selling, a strong first price protects your equity. If you're buying, a home that has already been reduced may have more room than you think.

A new I-30 interchange and almost six miles of highway through Royse City, Fate and Rockwall are on the table, and the county wants to hear from you before Nov 13. Plus, the final beam just went up on a 12 story children's hospital in Dallas.

No tape measure in sight? A U.S. dollar bill is just over 6 inches long, so it works as a handy ruler in a pinch.

A new survey on a vacant lot showed the neighbor's fence was sitting on the wrong side of the line. Instead of a dispute, there was a calm conversation, a little patience, and a quick fix. Sometimes the best tool in real estate is kindness. Read how an oops became a resolution

If you're selling this fall, buyers will likely ask you to help with their costs. The sellers who come out ahead decide how they'll respond before the first offer arrives, not in the middle of a negotiation. Here's how a price reduction and a concession work differently for a buyer.

Never wander a parking garage again. In Google Maps, tap the blue dot that shows your location and choose "Save parking." Your car gets pinned on the map, and you can add a note like the garage level.

A standout home we think deserves a closer look. Our first Crown Jewel is on its way in an upcoming issue.

This four bedroom home sits on a corner lot with a covered patio, a raised garden bed, and a privacy fence along the length of the home. Inside, the kitchen's large island and walk in pantry open to a living room with a corner gas fireplace. The primary suite is on the first floor, and an upstairs game room gives everyone space to spread out.