Valarie Kerby

These Historic Downtown McKinney Listings Are Shining Examples of Community Preservation

By Joanna England / April 19, 2024 /

There’s no better example of the power of preservation than historic downtown McKinney. It stands as a remarkable testament to the power of community-driven historic preservation efforts. Nestled in the heart of Collin County, this area exudes a distinctive charm that sets it apart. “McKinney’s charm is the neighborhood feel,” says McKinney expert and RE/MAX…

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This Year’s Whimsical McKinney Garden And Home Tour Keeps The Phones Ringing

By Joy Donovan / April 8, 2024 /

Phones in McKinney have been ringing and ringing. People are eager to know one thing: Just when is the McKinney Garden and Home Tour? Here’s the answer: From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 8. Six homes in McKinney’s charming historic district will be open for public view on that day. You can put down…

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Valarie Kerby Has a Mineral Wells Listing That’s In The Middle of ‘Crazy’

By Shelby Skrhak / November 3, 2023 /

An hour west of Fort Worth, there’s a town you’ve heard of a thousand times, but probably know nothing about — Mineral Wells. It’s a town full of cute homes, amazing natural springs, and — “home to crazy.” Realtor Valarie Kerby, who you’ll typically find fluttering around in Historic Downtown McKinney, tipped us off to…

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Tax Decrease Sound Good? Check Out These McKinney Open Houses to Save Money

By Joy Donovan / September 14, 2023 /

Well, here’s some good news, especially if you live in McKinney. The McKinney City Council approved its 2024 budget last week, which includes a three-cent decrease in the city’s property tax rate. How about that? Maybe McKinney is the place to be if the tax rates are lower next year, but that’s not the only…

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There’s Plenty of Time For Hamburgers, Swimming, And Open Houses This Labor Day Weekend

By Joy Donovan / August 31, 2023 /

Swimming, hamburgers, and saying goodbye to summer … that’s what Labor Day is all about, right? Well, for some people that’s what it’s about. For others, it’s a salute to those who toil, work, sweat, grind, and yes, labor for our country’s betterment. Officially, the holiday recognizes the achievements America’s workers have made to the…

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