Rachael Twiggs - DFW Realtor

05/29/2026

Forget keeping up with the Joneses - it’s enough just to keep up with all the batteries, filters and personal items around your house that regularly need changing. Here’s a list of seven household items that need regular replacement.

Household items need replacing to maintain your home and your personal care. Here’s a reminder list of seven household items to replace regularly.

05/27/2026

You can easily spice up your kitchen with a patterned tile backsplash, but is this too busy?

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, let us honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/23/2026

If you’re planning a move, beware of incompetent or unscrupulous moving companies that take advantage of customers. Protect yourself from being taken for a ride with these tips.

The last thing you need is a shady mover that plays games with the price and mishandles your goods. Here's how to protect your self from rogue movers.

05/22/2026

Your roof is one of the most important components of your home, and it needs inspecting twice a year. Keep your family safe and dry with this guide to inspecting your roof yourself.

A sound roof is crucial to your home’s most essential function: shelter. Good maintenance of your roof protects you from the elements and expensive repairs.

05/20/2026

As Baby Boomers age and Generation X’ers care for aging parents, home elevators are becoming a popular addition. There’s a lot that goes into purchasing and installing an elevator, so here’s what you need to know.

Home elevators are a terrific help with mobility from floor to floor, but diligent research and planning are a must. Here’s what you need to know.

05/18/2026

With or without stairs - which is your preference?

05/16/2026

First time home seller? It's time to get all those unfinished projects done! Here are some common FAQs for you to review.

Selling a home is a complicated process, especially if you are new to it. Let’s relieve any anxiety with answers to some common FAQs.

05/15/2026

You inherited an antique piece of furniture or jewelry, stamps or coins. If you would rather sell them than keep them, how do you determine the value and find a buyer?

Where’s the best place to sell family heirlooms? How can you be sure to get what a piece is worth? Here are some tips for valuing and selling antiques.

05/13/2026

Some states have a real estate contract provision called the active option, or option period. This gives the buyer a designated time period to inspect the property and decide whether to move forward with the sale. Here's how they work.

Real estate sales contracts in Texas and several other states include a provision known as the active option. Here’s how a contract works.

05/11/2026

Staging Tip: Cut some fresh flowers and place in rooms that need a little breath of fresh air.