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Visit DFW: September 25–28, 2026

Visit DFW: September 25–28, 2026 It’s officially State Fair season in North Texas! The State Fair of Texas opens its gates this Friday, kicking off 24 days of Big Tex, fried food, live music, Midway rides, football, and one of Dallas’ favorite fall traditions....

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Visit DFW: September 25–28, 2026 Visit DFW: September 25–28, 2026 It’s officially State Fair season in North Texas! The State Fair of Texas opens its gates this Friday, kicking off 24 days of Big Tex, fried food, live music, Midwa…

FOR LEASE | $2,000/MONTH | GARLAND, TX

Freshly renovated, never-used kitchen, updated bathrooms, and a location that keeps you close to everything — 3110 Roundtree Lane is ready for its next tenant.

This 3-bedroom townhome has been thoughtfully reimagined with an open, inviting layout, updated wood-look flooring, oversized windows, and a brick fireplace that adds warmth and character.

The redesigned kitchen features custom cabinetry, butcher block-style countertops, open shelving, updated black appliances, and contemporary finishes. Step outside to a private fenced patio, covered parking, and additional storage.

And the location? You're convenient to Firewheel Town Center, Hawaiian Falls, George Bush Turnpike, shopping, dining, Garland, Richardson, and North Dallas.

Available now at $2,000/month.

Want to see it? Give me a call or send this to someone looking for a great lease in Garland!

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Mary Beth Harrison
Dallas Native Team | Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate
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Recently Renovated Garland Home Now Leasing For $2,000

Recently Renovated Garland Home Now Leasing For $2,000 3110 Roundtree Lane, Garland, TX 75044Now Leasing for $2,000…...

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Recently Renovated Garland Home Now Leasing For $2,000 Recently Renovated Garland Home Now Leasing For $2,000 3110 Roundtree Lane, Garland, TX 75044Now Leasing for $2,000 Located in the Village Greens community, this thoughtfully renovated residence of…

Fall in DFW is all about making the most of the season. 🍂

Think cozy coffee stops, scenic strolls, pumpkin patches, fair days, and football weekends. I rounded up a few local favorites to help you plan the perfect fall day in and around Dallas-Fort Worth.

Save this guide for later, and if you’re thinking about making DFW home, I’d love to help you find the right place to enjoy every season.

Buyers often form an impression of a home before they can explain exactly why they feel it. The entry feels calm. The rooms make sense. The light is good. Nothing immediately creates a question mark.

That first reaction is emotional, but sellers can prepare for it in very practical ways.

• Make the entrance feel clear and cared for
• Let natural light do as much work as possible
• Keep furniture from blocking the flow of a room
• Fix visible maintenance items that create doubt
• Give each space an obvious purpose

I do not think preparation is about making a home look perfect. It is about reducing distractions so buyers can focus on the home itself.

A strong first impression gives the rest of the showing a better chance.

It is easy to look at two homes with similar size and assume they should be evaluated the same way. Real estate rarely works that neatly.

Condition, lot placement, updates, street position, natural light, parking, layout and even how the home has been maintained can create meaningful differences between properties that look similar on paper.

That is why I do not like relying on one detail in isolation when helping a buyer or seller think through the market. The better question is how the whole property compares.

A useful comparison should explain the differences, not hide them.

Whether you are preparing an offer or getting ready to list, context helps turn a group of similar homes into a more realistic picture of where your property fits.

Lighting can change the way a room feels without changing the room itself. A space that looks flat or harsh under one overhead fixture can feel completely different when the lighting is layered.

I like to think about three levels:

• General light for the whole room
• Task light where you read, cook or work
• Accent light that adds warmth and depth

For sellers, balanced lighting can help rooms photograph and show more naturally. For buyers, it is worth noticing whether a dark room truly lacks light or simply needs a better lighting plan.

Before replacing finishes or furniture, look at the bulbs, fixtures and placement of light sources. Sometimes the fastest design improvement is the one you switch on.