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New to the blog? These cover the ground most buyers and sellers ask about first — where the market stands, how the areas east of Dallas differ, and what to expect from the process.
Launching Your Home with Cindy Dunnican's Pricing in DFW
Launching your home with Cindy Dunnican's pricing strategy means setting the list price from closed…
Cost to Sell a House in DFW's Eastern Metro
Selling a house in DFW's Eastern Metro typically involves agent compensation, title company charges,…
How to Set a Competitive Listing Price in Rowlett's Seller Market
Rowlett's seller market in August 2026 showed a median sale price of $381,450, 3.5 months of invento…
Recent Posts
The latest on the DFW market, local neighborhoods, and what's changing for buyers and sellers right now.
Lakefront Living on Lake Ray Hubbard: 3422 Mallard …
Tucked into Rowlett's Mallard Cove, this custom Dutch Colonial–inspired home offers rare Lake Ray Hubbard water views, updated…
How Royse City’s Growth Is Shaping Local Home …
If you have been watching Royse City, you have probably noticed two things at once: the city is…
Is Heath, Texas Right for Luxury Buyers? A …
Written by Cindy Dunnican, REALTOR® | The Dunnican Team at Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors® Last updated: April 2026…
DALLAS METRO HOUSING MARKET UPDATE — MARCH 2026
March 2026 NTREIS data shows a Dallas metro split wide open — Flower Mound and Richardson still tight,…
Living In Lavon, TX: Small-Town Feel Near The …
Lavon offers newer housing, small-town character, and proximity to Lake Lavon — but it's lake-adjacent, not waterfront, and…
It's a Buyer's Market — With an Asterisk. …
Rates climbed back to 6.46% and Rockwall County's resale market sits near 5.4 months of supply — but…
Is Rowlett, Texas a Good Place to Live? …
Rowlett offers more space for the money than Rockwall or Heath, with the same Lake Ray Hubbard access,…
Renting Out Or Selling Your Garland Home: How …
Renting out your Garland home isn't just about comparing rent to sale price. Permits, repair obligations, homestead exemption…
Sapphire Bay’s Ripple Effects On Demand Near Waterview
Sapphire Bay is years behind its original vision, and the City of Rowlett issued a formal default notice…
Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades That Add Value in Fate, …
From design-center insulation upgrades for new builds to solar and native landscaping for existing homes, here's a practical,…
Buying A Lakefront Home In Rockwall: What To …
Lake Ray Hubbard living comes with extra steps most suburban buys don't — dock permits, flood maps, shoreline…
Inside The Retreat at Firewheel: $950K Home Tour
A fully renovated 4,556 sq ft custom home in the gated Retreat at Firewheel — heated pool, chef's…

