TruWest Realty Group

08/29/2025

𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞
Selling a home with kids in tow isn’t impossible—but it is a special kind of chaos. Here’s how to survive (and maybe even thrive) in the process.

1. 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞
You don’t need Lego landmines everywhere. Pack up half the toys and rotate them.

2. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰-𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 = 𝐊𝐢𝐝-𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲? 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐞.
Stash baskets in every room for quick cleanup. And yes—just keep the car loaded with snacks, iPads, and patience.

3. 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲
Protect your peace and your buyer’s first impression. Avoid showings during naps or bedtime routines.

4. 𝐁𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭
Let buyers know you’ve got a young crew. You’ll have the house ready, but notice is key. Most buyers will understand.

5. 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐭 𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧
Get the kids involved. Give them a checklist to help before showings (stuffed animal round-up, lights on, shoes put away). A little buy-in goes a long way.

08/19/2025

𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐭

📈 Let’s talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes. One of the clearest ways to measure what people are thinking about is to look at what they’re searching for online. According to Google Trends, searches for phrases like “home for sale” have been climbing steadily this year and hit a recent high in mid-July. That’s a pretty strong sign that curiosity (and maybe even interest) in buying a home is improving.


🔎 Despite high mortgage rates and home prices, buyers are still watching the market. They’re still browsing. And many are just waiting for the right opportunity to act. Now, this doesn’t mean demand is going to surge like it did during the pandemic. It just means some buyers are deciding they can’t wait any longer. And those are exactly the kind of buyers you want. Motivated. Eager. Ready to move when the right house comes along.


🏡 So, if you’re holding off on selling because you’re not sure if the demand is there, this data suggests it might be time to rethink your plans. Because while it’s not 2021-level demand, it doesn’t need to be. You don’t need ten offers to sell your home. You just need the right buyer.

👉 Bottom Line If you’ve been thinking, “I’ll sell once buyers come back,” you might want to take another look. Online search trends show they’re already interested. What would make you feel confident putting your house on the market this year? Let’s connect to talk through it.

08/12/2025

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠

08/08/2025

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞!
4828 Culberson Ct, Ft Worth, TX 76244
4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, 2.662 sq ft.
Keller ISD
Contact: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭 (214) 228-0383

08/06/2025

📉 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐍𝐨𝐰 📉

Let’s talk about something I’ve never seen this frequently in over 20 years in real estate: canceled contracts. Deals that were “done” are suddenly not done. And it’s frustrating for everyone involved — especially buyers and sellers who are counting on those next steps.

Here’s what you need to know:

✅𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬:
Before making an offer, it’s crucial to understand your real motivation. Why this house? Why now? What’s the end goal after you close?
You also need to be aware of potential roadblocks before they pop up — financing snags, inspection drama, cold feet — and prepare for them. Getting ahead of your mindset is just as important as getting pre-approved. The more clarity you have, the less likely you are to walk away mid-deal.

✅𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬:
It’s not just about getting a contract — it’s about getting to the closing table with the right net.
Sellers often assume that once they go under contract, it’s a done deal. But in today’s market, nothing is guaranteed. You need to know your bottom line, understand what’s negotiable, and be ready to work through surprises without losing the sale.

🎯 Bottom line:
If you’re buying, lock in your motivation.
If you’re selling, lock in your net.
Both sides need to be crystal clear on what “success” looks like — because assuming everything will go smoothly is a great way to be blindsided.

If you're thinking about jumping into the market (or you're in it right now), message me. I’ll help you walk through this with eyes wide open.

08/04/2025

07/30/2025

Here’s the good news: we’re finally heading toward a 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭—and that’s not a bad thing.

🏡 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, not crashing. Most areas are down from last year, which gives buyers a shot they haven’t had in years.
📈 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐩, which means more choices and less pressure. The days of 30 offers in 24 hours are behind us. Days on Market numbers have returned closer to normal.
💰 𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 — this is your window. You’ve got room to negotiate and more homes to choose from. If you’re serious and prepared, you’ve got a real shot at landing the right deal.
📣 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬 — don’t panic. Yes, strategy matters now. But if your home is clean, well-presented, and priced right, there are still plenty of buyers ready to move.
🚀 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞? DFW is still one of the top markets in the country—strong job growth, business relocation, and long-term demand haven’t gone anywhere.
This is the kind of market where skill beats luck. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just thinking ahead—I’m here to help you play it smart.
Comment and let me know what you’re seeing in your neighborhood.

07/22/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠? 𝐀𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬
🏠 DFW Market Edition

Selling your house in this market? Don’t let a few common missteps cost you time, money, or your sanity. Here's what to avoid:

1. 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠
Everyone wants top dollar—but price it too high and you’ll get crickets. Then comes the price cuts, and buyers wonder what’s wrong with it. You need a smart, data-driven price from the start to attract real offers.

2. 𝐅𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐟𝐟
Don’t dump money into upgrades that won’t pay off. I help sellers focus on what actually matters to buyers in your area and price range. Hint: It’s not always the kitchen.

3. 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞
Today’s buyers have choices. That means give-and-take is back. A little flexibility on repairs or closing costs can save you thousands in the long run.

4. 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭
81% of sellers hire the first agent they meet. Don’t do that. You want a pro who knows how to price, market, negotiate, and close—not just someone who drops a sign in the yard and hopes.

𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐞:
Selling in DFW doesn’t have to be stressful—if you’ve got the right guide. Let’s connect and make sure you avoid these traps and get the deal done right.

👇 What’s one thing you’d want expert advice on before listing?

07/16/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭? 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡.
FSBO might sound like a money-saver, but in today’s market, it could cost you more than it’s worth. According to NAR, fewer people than ever are selling without an agent—and 3 out of 4 who try it aren’t confident they made the right choice.

Here’s why:
👉𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫
Buyers are smart, and today’s market requires a pricing strategy that works now, not based on last year’s comps or wishful thinking.
👉 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤’𝐬 𝐍𝐨 𝐉𝐨𝐤𝐞
One missed disclosure or contract error can delay or kill a deal. I handle this stuff every day—you shouldn’t have to learn it the hard way.
👉 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲
Inventory’s up, and homes aren’t flying off the shelf like they were. Marketing, strategy, and speed matter—and that’s what I bring to the table.

𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞:
You’ve got one shot to get this right. Let’s connect and build a plan that sells your home the right way—without the guesswork.

07/16/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐚, 𝐓𝐗
1409 Riggins St. Anna, TX 75409

Contact Us:
𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭
(214) 228-0383
shaune@truwestrealty