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One of the smartest advantages buyers can use right now has nothing to do with interest rates or timing the market. It starts with flexibility. Your budget sets the limits. Your wish list shapes how many options you actually see. When prices feel tight, adjusting...
Most Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession A lot of buyers are watching the economy with caution right now. Since purchasing a home is a major financial decision, it makes sense that recession headlines would make people think twice. In a recent LendingTree...
Why Do Some Homes Sell Quickly While Others Sit?All Posts A few years ago, homes were selling almost instantly. Buyers had very few options, and nearly every listing went under contract fast. Things are different now. There are many more homes available, about...
With more than 8,500 votes cast, the community has chosen its favorites: the Best of McKinney 2025 winners! Announced during the Awards Luncheon on October 28, this year’s honorees showcase the talent, heart, and innovation that power McKinney. A heartfelt...
Overpricing Your Home Could Cost You The Move You’ve Been Planning In today’s housing market, setting the right asking price from the start is more critical than ever. While it may seem tempting to list high to “see what happens,” that approach can easily backfire and...
This October, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are honoring women who are battling, surviving, or remembered for their fight against breast cancer. Selected nominees will be honored with a lifelike 3D figurine and personalized gifts from Shrunk 3D McKinney and...
If you’ve been considering downsizing to simplify life, move closer to loved ones, or reduce monthly expenses, there’s a growing real estate trend worth paying attention to. More homeowners are purchasing their next home entirely in cash, skipping the mortgage...
Over the last couple of years, many buyers felt locked out of the market. Higher home prices and rising mortgage rates stretched budgets thin, forcing some people to put their search on hold. This fall, though, there are encouraging signs. Conditions are shifting in...
When was the last time you had a professional check the value of your home? For most people, it has been a while. The truth is your home is likely your biggest financial asset. If you have owned it for several years, it has probably been gaining value in the...
At this year’s Annual Women’s Business Conference, hosted by the McKinney Chamber's Women’s Alliance of McKinney, keynote speaker Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew delivered a powerful message on the theme: “Your Network is Your Net Worth.” Dr. Booker-Drew encouraged attendees...
Learn about the brand new Kayak Launch at Towne Lake Park! Designed for people of all ages and abilities, this ramp allows first-timers and experienced users to get in and out of the water safely.
For a while, handling HR yourself works. You know everyone on the team. You make the decisions. If something comes up, you deal with it and move on. Then the business grows, and that starts getting harder. A policy question comes up, and you are not totally sure what...
What if the next opportunity to grow your career, build your business or reach your biggest goal isn't about meeting more people—but building stronger relationships with the people already around you? That was the challenge Sandra Yancey, founder and CEO of...
McKINNEY, Texas (SEPTEMBER 15, 2026) — As McKinney continues to grow, Trinity Falls is growing alongside it, with a focus that extends beyond building homes to creating a place where residents can connect with one another, enjoy nature and become part of the broader...
Explore why new construction homes may offer surprising value through lower prices, builder incentives, warranties, and mortgage rate buydowns.
Why do so many of life’s biggest dreams leave us feeling disappointed? From marriage and parenthood to career success and homeownership, the gap between what we imagine and what we experience can create frustration, resentment, and heartache. This article explores how unspoken expectations shape our relationships and how the T-STEP Method can help create greater alignment between expectation and reality.
If you extended your tax deadline this year, chances are it wasn't just to buy yourself more time on paperwork — it was to buy yourself time to actually catch up on your books. That extra runway always feels generous in the spring. But here we are: one month out from...
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What happens when years of conflict, disappointment, and unmet needs leave you feeling like you’ve run out of love? In this article, we explore whether a relationship can truly recover after deep pain and what it takes to rebuild trust, connection, and hope. Through the lens of the T-STEP Method, discover why recovery isn’t about bringing back the old relationship, but creating something new.
Hotel Ugly Metal isn’t a traditional jewelry store. Step inside the McKinney silversmith studio at TUPPS Brewery and discover handmade sterling silver, turquoise, local art and the story behind the unusual name.
Most businesses spend lots of time and money to attract customers. They ask questions like: “Who are my ideal customers?”, “What do they want and need from my business?”, “How do I create an experience that makes them want to return?”. One major customer market that...
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