Dallas-Fort Worth

If you've purchased a primary residence in Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound, The Colony, Little Elm, Aubrey, Argyle, Justin, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Highland Village or another Denton County community, don't overlook your residence homestead exemption. The filing is free and handled by the Denton Central Appraisal District. First, Confirm Your County This is particularly important in the DFW...

Dallas vs. Houston food compared: Michelin restaurants, steakhouses, BBQ, cheap eats, neighborhoods and which Texas city has the better food scene.

Compare Dallas and Houston cycling with exact trail connections, beginner routes, current closures, transit access, bike-friendly neighborhoods, and relocation tips.

Texas’s 2 largest metropolitan areas sit approximately 240 miles apart along I-45. Both attract new residents with strong job markets, diverse communities, major airports, growing suburbs and the financial advantage of living in a state without an individual income tax. However, the monthly math is different enough to change what kind of home you can afford and what it will cost to own it. Here is...

Dallas County homeowners could save thousands of dollars annually by filing a free homestead exemption. Learn how to apply with DCAD, what documents you need and what to do if you missed the deadline.

How much should a seller negotiate after a home inspection? Learn which repairs matter, when to offer a credit, when to push back, and how Texas sellers can protect their net proceeds.

Celina ISD projects more than 30,000 new homes over its long-range growth period. Learn what Celina's rapid expansion could mean for North Texas homebuyers, homeowners, new construction and real estate.

Closing day is getting closer. The boxes are packed, the movers are scheduled, and somewhere on your checklist is a task that seems simple until you actually start researching it: Set up electricity. In many states, you simply call the local utility company. Texas is different. Much of Texas operates in a deregulated electricity market, which means homeowners may have dozens of retail electricity...

If you're a homeowner in Dallas County, there's a good chance you've looked at your annual property tax appraisal and wondered whether your home was valued too high. You're not alone. Every year, thousands of Texas homeowners successfully protest their property's appraised value, often reducing their tax burden and saving hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars. The best part? Filing a property tax...

Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)? Learn how ARMs work, their pros and cons, and when they may be a smart financing option for Texas homebuyers.