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If you’ve ever perused the wonderfully aesthetic coffee table book “Marfa Modern: Artistic Interiors of Marfa,” you may be curious about an artsy rental in Texas’ artsiest desert town. Marfa, Texas, is known as a cultural and artistic oasis in the middle of the remote Chihuahuan Desert. It takes some determination to get there (it’s about…
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Known for its sandy beaches, energetic culture and warm weather, Miami is a fantastic spot for a second home. This Splurge vs. Steal features two houses for sale on the same street (just 0.3 miles apart) with a $2 million difference in price. Is the higher price tag worth it for a pool and a…
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Many Texans have received notices this month that their properties appraised much higher this year than last. Such increases often leave property owners expecting exorbitantly high property tax bills the following year, but an economist with the Texas Real Estate Research Center (TRERC) at Texas A&M University says that’s a misconception. “Many factors complicate how…
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More than a billion people in 190 countries will be celebrating Earth Day today, April 22. Now in its 52nd year, the annual celebration is more than just a day to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It’s a reminder to practice sustainability year-round, including how — and where — we live. Overall, the global single-family…
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By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor The roof is one of the five major parts of the house, so before purchasing a home, you’ll want to find out all you can about the current roof. First, how old is it? The average lifespan of a roof in Texas is about 20 years, barring damage from major storms or…
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