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75 YEARS OF SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION THROUGH SERVICE

Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church celebrates anniversary

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Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church celebrates the congregation’s 75th anniversary with special services, guests, a musical about the church’s namesake, and service opportunities.

(PHOTOS: COURTESY SAINT MICHAEL’S AND ALL ANGELS)

By Emilea McCutchan

People Newspapers

For 75 years, Saint Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church has actively served the Dallas community through various outreach programs.

“Part of our mission as a church is to serve our neighbor,” said Christi Morrow, Saint Michael’s mission and outreach coordinator. “So, I think from its inception, St. Michael’s has had an outreach element.”

Programs include Austin Street Shelter, Bachman Lake Together, Jubilee Park and Community Center, Aunt Betty’s Food Pantry at St. Philip’s School, North Dallas Shared Ministries, and Project Moses.

“We partner with a variety of nonprofit organizations that cover issue areas that touch different people’s hearts,” Morrow said. “There’s always something for everyone.”

Many of the programs the church serves can trace their roots back to the Episcopal Church. Morrow said two Episcopal priests founded Austin Street Shelter, and Jubilee Park and Community Center was founded by St. Michael’s 25 years ago.

Parishioners remain involved with Jubilee through events such as the Back to School Bash and Thanksgiving and Christmas Senior Luncheons and support Jubilee’s summer camp and after-school programs.

I think our church members are very cognizant of the fact that they are transformed spiritually [and] personally by serving others. Christi Morrow

at Aunt Betty’s Food Pantry at St. Philip’s School. Parishioners can help with the school’s youth groups and participate in drives.

“We collected this past year, and in previous years, over 400 coats for [the] St. Philip’s Christmas store,” Morrow said.

While St. Michael’s serves many long-established organizations, members also serve newer organizations like Project Moses and Bachman Lake Together.

Project Moses was founded by two parishioners, Mary and Terry Demler, in 2016 to battle the issue of sex trafficking. Morrow said Project Moses partners with organizations like New Friends New Life, hosts symposiums to build awareness and collects donations for victims of sex trafficking.

Another new organization St. Michael’s has partnered with is Bachman Lake Together, a kindergarten readiness program.

“We are going to partner with pre-elementary school children and their parents to help get those children ready for kindergarten so that they can be successful students,” Morrow said.

Pre-elementary school children are among St. Michael’s volunteering force, making Valentine’s Day and Christmas cards for the Jubilee Center. Morrow said the ages of volunteers range from 3 to 90 years old, but they all share a desire to serve.

“I think our church members are very cognizant of the fact that they are transformed spiritually [and] personally by serving others,” Morrow said. “Their faith is deepened.”

SAINT MICHAEL’S AND ALL ANGELS

Saint Michael’s is an Episcopal Church established by the Bishop Harry Tunis Moore of the Episcopal Diocese of Dallas. The Church’s charter was executed on the Feast Day of Saint Michael and All Angels. Saint Michael’s is located at 8011 Douglas Ave. in University Park.

Hardwood is the preferred choice for flooring among designers and homeowners alike. But between choosing

MARGARET your wood species, saw-

CHAMBERS ing method, plank width, stain, and finish, there are a lot of decisions to make. Before you shop, I recommend going over the following checklist to help narrow down your options.

1. Choose between solid or engineered hardwood.

Solid hardwood is the more traditional option, but engineered hardwood — in which a thin upper layer of wood is bonded to layers of plywood and composite material — is becoming more and more popular.

The advantages of solid hardwood are that it’s quieter underfoot and has a longer lifespan. Engineered hardwood flooring is less likely to shift as the wood expands and contracts, making it the best choice for rooms where moisture can be an issue, such as basements and bathrooms.

2. Choose your wood species.

Oak is the most commonly used wood in the U.S. because it is affordable, easy to stain, and durable. Cherry, maple, hickory, walnut, and ash are other options, each with their unique colors and grain patterns. No matter the species, try to select a wood that is already close to the stain color you want.

3. Choose the plank width and pattern.

In the past, two-and-a-half to three-and-ahalf inches was the standard width for wood floor planks. Today, the latest trend is to use planks 4 to 7 inches wide. Wider planks are associated with luxury homes and are appropriate for large rooms. Planks laid in herringbone patterns go well with entryways, dining rooms, or studies.

4. Choose your stain and finish.

Dark and light stains are suited for different styles of homes. While light wood floors are good for modern or casual homes, dark wood floors are more traditional and sophisticated.

Different finishes can transform wood flooring. The same wood plank in a mid-gloss, high-gloss, matte, distressed, or wire-brushed finish will look completely different. I suggest staying away from handscraped finishes, as they look dated. For high-traffic rooms, I recommend looking into polyurethane coating.

Do all the different options make your head spin? At my firm, we typically use wood flooring with rugs in our projects, so we are very knowledgeable about the options and latest trends. When in doubt, it never hurts to consult a professional before you take the plunge.

Margaret Chambers, a registered interior designer (RID) and member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), leads Chambers Interiors and Associates. Her colleague Caitlin Crowley helped edit this column. Visit chambersinteriors.com/ blog for more design advice.

CLOCKWISE: If you look closely, you can see the irregular patterns of the grain in these 5-inch quarter-sawn white oak planks. For this 1927 home, we kept the oak hardwood floors but sanded and re-stained them in a darker color. Keep in mind that solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished, but some kinds of engineered

hardwood cannot. (PHOTOS: MICHAEL HUNTER AND NATHAN SCHRODER. DESIGNS: MARGARET CHAMBERS)

A Fatherly Conversation at the Bush Center Former Cowboys QB Troy Aikman talks about his daughters, community, and football

By Dillon Wyatt

People Newspapers

While Troy Aikman is known as a three-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, WFAA sports anchor Joe Trahan hoped to explore other facets of the retired Dallas Cowboy’s life.

“My mission tonight is to have Troy share with you more of the big 360-degree view,” Trahan said during a recent Engage at the Bush Center session presented by NexPoint. “We want to tap into Troy Aikman the father, Troy Aikman the community member, and Troy Aikman the businessman.”

Starting with fatherhood, Aikman spoke on June 6 at The George W. Bush Presidential Center about coaching his daughters, Jordan and Ally, in basketball and watching them play sports.

“I never yelled at my kids about doing anything,” Aikman said. “I told them there’s three you’re going to do. You’re going to give great effort, you’re going to be a good teammate, and you’re going to do what your coach says to.”

When Trahan showed a slideshow of photos showing Jordan and Ally growing up, Aikman became emotional.

WFAA’s Joe Trahan and ESPN’s Troy Aikman share the stage at The George W. Bush Presidential Center.

(PHOTO: KINSEY CLEMMER)

“It’s hard for me to talk about my girls, knowing their background and some of the things they’ve been through,” Aikman said. “I did that video as an honor to them because they make being a father easy.”

Trahan switched gears and wanted to know what it was like moving from California to Henryetta, Oklahoma as a 12-year-old boy.

“When we moved to Henryetta, my whole life changed,” Aikman said. “I wasn’t real happy about it, to be honest. I didn’t think I could get noticed by college coaches there.”

Learning life lessons from bull riding camps to welding jobs in the summer, Aikman realized how lucky he was to live in a small town.

“I feel what I am and who I am came about being raised in a small town,” Aikman said. “How you’re treated is much different in a small town.”

To give back to his hometown, Aikman held the “Highway to Henryetta” concert on June 11 in Henryetta, with Blake Shelton as the cover artist.

“I’d had class reunions at my restaurant in Arlington,” Aikman said. “There were a number of people who couldn’t make the threehour drive. Having it in Arlington was counterintuitive, so I decided to have an event in Henryetta.”

Aikman feels his business practices should reflect his upbringing, so he made his beer — EIGHT Elite Light Lager.

“I’m pretty mindful of what I put in my body and my workouts,” Aikman said. “The beer I made needed to be consistent with who I am, so it’s a 100% all-malt beer.”

I told them there’s three you’re going to do. You’re going to give great effort, you’re going to be a good teammate, and you’re going to do what your coach says to. Troy Aikman

As Trahan concluded the interview, he wanted to hear an analysis of the Cowboys.

“The Cowboys have been good enough to do it all, but they haven’t played their best when it mattered,” said Aikman, a broadcaster who moved recently from Fox to ESPN. “I think they will this year, but until they do, you just don’t know.”

Summer is here, and with it, my craving for vibrant flavors that mirror the bounty found in farmers’ markets and grocery stores. My husband and I spend much of the summer at our historic Colorado mountain home, where moderate temperatures allow us to remain comfortably outdoors most of the time. I almost need to pinch

CHRISTY ROST myself each year when the snow finally melts and we rediscover the joy of dining on the front veranda overlooking mountain vistas. Randy and I eat lunch at noon while relaxing in white wicker chairs fitted with comfy cushions.

I’ll admit, this midday ritual makes it hard to return to work in the afternoon, but oh, how I look forward to those noonday interludes. In the evening, we dine at a round wood table that once stood in my Fort Worth television studio and now resides in the shade of the veranda. I take special care setting the table, selecting colorful placemats and dinnerware that complement my planned meal.

On Friday mornings, I love to shop at the farmers’ market adjacent to Lake Dillon. The view of the lake surrounded by mountains is stunning.

Over the years, I’ve come to know several of the farmers. I recognize who sells the best-tasting tomatoes and Palisade peaches, and which booth will be overflowing with beans, corn, squash, and salad greens still damp from the morning dew.

As I stroll from one booth to the next, my mouth waters while the sights and smells provide inspiration for weekly meals, impromptu gatherings with friends, and recipes still to be developed.

One of those strolls led me to a basket filled with fragrant lemons. Lemons always make me think of summer. Their bright yellow color and tart flavor are quintessential elements for pitchers of ice-cold lemonade, slices of lemon meringue pie, zesty marinades for chicken and fish, and my recipe for lemon pound cake. Every morsel of this easy, melt-in-your-mouth cake is filled with bright lemon flavor. Baked in a tube pan, garnished with a dusting of confectioners’ sugar, and served with fresh berries or stone fruit and a swirl of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this summer dessert is ideal for family reunions, Fourth of July picnics, and casual gatherings with friends. Happy summer!

Cookbook author and PBS chef Christy Rost is a longtime resident of the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Find her Celebrating Home 4-minute cooking videos at youtube.com/ChristyRostCooks and christyrost.com.

LEMON POUND CAKE

Ingredients:

3 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 teaspoons lemon zest 2 cups sugar 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 eggs 1 cup milk 2 pints fresh blackberries, rinsed, for garnish Whipped heavy cream, for garnish

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set it aside. In the large bowl of an electric mixer, cream butter, lemon zest, and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 8 minutes. Add the lemon juice and eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternately with the milk, scraping the bowl often, until the batter is thick and fluffy. Spoon the batter into a greased and floured tube pan and bake 1 hour 20 minutes, or until the top of the cake is golden brown and a cake tester inserted into the cake comes out clean.

Remove the cake from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack. Run a sharp knife around the outer edge of the cake and set it aside 30 minutes to cool. Remove the tube pan insert from the pan and allow the cake to cool 20 minutes more. Run a sharp knife between the cake and the bottom of the pan, place the wire rack over the top of the pan, and invert the cake. Set it aside until it has cooled completely.

To serve, dust the top of the cake with confectioners’ sugar, slice, and serve with blackberries and a swirl of Chantilly cream.

Yield: 10 to 12 servings

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Abbey on Lovers Lane offers visitors a place for prayer, solitude

Worshipers gather to bless The Abbey, which includes a prayer room and other amenities for

spiritual formation. (PHOTOS: TOM HOTCHKISS)

By Emilea McCutchan

People Newspapers

The urgent honking of cars darting through the busy intersection of Interstate 75 and Lovers Lane might make the bordering small blue house dedicated to prayer and solitude seem out of place.

For the Rev. Thomas and Marcia Hotchkiss, it is the perfect environment for their urban abbey, The Abbey on Lovers Lane.

The center opened last August to promote contemplative spirituality, a way of prayer. Although it neighbors Saint Christopher’s Episcopal Church, The Abbey on Lovers Lane is open to all.

“They don’t have to be Episcopalian, and they don’t have to go to any church,” Marcia Hotchkiss said. “They just have [to have] a desire to come.”

Right as you step inside the little blue house, the guiding belief of the abbey is apparent. Welcoming you in is a picture of blossoming tree branches emblazoned with Psalm 46:10.

“[The Psalm] says, ‘Be still and know that I am God,’” Hotchkiss said. “That’s our outstanding belief. We think that people need slowing, silence, solitude, and time to quit having this frenetic activity that most of us have.”

To help accomplish this, The Abbey on Lovers Lane offers spiritual direction and programs. Some upcoming programs include a young mothers’ half-day retreat, a series about what to do when you have unanswered prayers, a clergy spouse retreat, and a class dedicated to teaching the basics of prayer.

“It’s going to be called ‘Prayer: A Simple Guide for Normal People,’” Hotchkiss said. “It’ll be three or four weeks [about the] basics of how to pray. We’ll follow that up in Advent with a retreat on how to listen to God.” The center is open for those seeking silence and solitude, including plush futons and comfy armchairs framing each of the two bedrooms converted into spaces for quiet and reflection. There is also a living room with plen-

We think that ty of comfy seating like a sofa and people need slowing, two armchairs, a silence, solitude, and dining room, and a functional kitchtime to quit having en complete with a this frenetic activity coffee-maker. Fly ers about upcom that most of us have. ing programs are Marcia Hotchkiss scattered on side and coffee tables, and religious reading materials are gently stacked in several bookcases for visitors to peruse. Outside lies a quiet garden space with seating and a model of Jerusalem’s Western Wall, where visitors may place prayers written on slips of paper into the wire mesh for prayer team members to bless and consecrate. Eventually, Hotchkiss said she hopes to expand The Abbey on Lovers Lane into a nonprofit. “We’d like to meet the needs of as many different types of people as possible,” Hotchkiss said. “We feel like it’s one person at a time.” AT A GLANCE The Abbey on Lovers Lane 7816 Lovers Lane Open Monday-Saturday (groups by appointment) abbeyonlovers.org

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Common unknown reasons why people fall or have balance problems. It’s never because of age...there’s always A REASON! Now what to do about it?

By Leading Balance Expert, Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist

Are you worried about losing independence because of falls? Are you seeing your friends around you falling and losing their independence? Are you becoming frustrated with your doctors and kids telling you not to fall (without telling you HOW). Here are some common unknown reasons why people fall, and a SOLUTION to prevent it from happening. 1: Vertigo/Inner Ear Balance Problems: Vertigo and dizziness are symptoms of problems that put older people at risk of falling. These symptoms are very common. In fact, one-third of people over the age of 70, and one-half of people over the age of 85 are experiencing dizziness and/or vertigo right now! The good news is that now that you know to look for them, these conditions are usually very treatable!

2. The Legs Not Knowing Where They Are (Proprioceptive Loss): As a balance specialist I see

this problem ALL THE TIME. Although this problem is very common, most people don’t realize they have it at all. I often see this when people are falling or having balance problems for what seems like NO APPARENT REASON. It’s simple to find out whether or not you face this problem, and there are many ways around it if you do.

3. Walking Slowly & Furniture Walking:

Some people think walking slowly and carefully reduces the risk of falling. This is NOT the case.

Like riding a bicycle, slowing down greatly increases the risk of falling, and is a dangerous thing to do for somebody with balance problems.

Touching furniture and walls while walking is a sign that something is wrong and immediate action is needed to prevent this from becoming a fall! Want more information & solutions? My new special report provides actionable tips that will help you keep or regain your independence. And the best thing is it’s 100% FREE, and you’re under no obligation to buy anything when you call.

IMPORTANT: For obvious reasons, my offer to send you this report FREE must come with a restriction on the number I can mail out… so it’s critical that you call TODAY and request your free report now.

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· Option 1: Have your FREE Report mailed or emailed to you · Option 2: Free Report + FREE Balance/Fall Screen Or Discovery Visit · To learn more about Balance, Falling, Dizziness, Vertigo, and MUCH more, listen to our podcast! Visit www.Podcast.OptimoveDFW.com, or search for ‘Optimove Podcast’ wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Author Dr. Jeffrey Guild, Physical Therapist is owner of Optimove Physical Therapy & Wellness. You can contact him at (214) 712-8242 or email at J.Guild@OptimoveDFW.com

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Private Offerings Abound in Today’s Real Estate Market

Gone are the days when a simple internet search could yield a comprehensive list of available homes on the market.

Neither can a download of data from the Multiple Listing Service.

Today, you need a well-connected agent who knows about the homes being offered offmarket, sometimes called hip-pocket listings. These homes won’t be marketed online or in other advertising – you must work with an agent to learn about them.

Currently, the luxury real estate experts with Allie Beth Allman & Associates are representing more than 25 private offerings across DFW. These homes are located in neighborhoods from University Park to Preston Hollow.

There’s a a five-bedroom Highland Park home within walking distance to Highland Park Village and Bradfield Elementary.

Just completed on a picturesque, Preston Hollow lane is a contemporary home with design details you don’t want to miss. Just a short distance from the private school corridor, a Texas Hill Country contemporary home sits on 1.27 acres dotted with shady trees.

Find the right home with the help of an Allie Beth Allman & Associates expert. Call an expert agent to see the luxury brokerage’s private list of homes on the market: https://www.alliebeth. com/associates/int

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5335 Meaders Lane 6 Bedrooms | 6.2 Baths | 12,612 SqFt Offered For $9,130,000

Designed by architect Elby Martin, a Tuscan- inspired stone-clad estate home with Italian barrel tile roof, manicured 1.1-acre site with mature trees and landscape by Harold Leidner. Gourmet kitchen topped by a barrel brick ceiling is open to one of several family rooms. Custom Knotty Alderwood cabinetry with White Castle hardware provides storage. Two full-size SubZeros refrigerators, two Asko dishwashers, two gas Wolf ovens and warming drawer. Outdoor Kitchen equipped with a Wolfe outdoor grille and Subzero undercounter refrigerators, and electric screens. Resort like pool, cabana, turfed back yard, private guest house. Home is equipped with Geothermal HVAC and natural gas generator.

For more information please contact Kyle Crews (214) 538-1310.

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Exceptional New Construction in Lobello Estates

5233 Yolanda Lane is currently being offered for $8,995,000.

Newly constructed modern perfection in Preston Hollow set on a meticulously landscaped 1.04-acre lot with resort-style pool and reflection pond. 5233 Yolanda Lane is currently being offered for $8,995,000 and is an A-list collaborative effort with SHM Architects, built by Platinum Homes with interior design by Erin Sander.

Impressive 11,000+ square foot estate built with the finest quality materials including limestone exterior, 14-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling Lincoln windows, Geo-thermal HVAC. Fleetwood sliding glass doors masterfully extend the loggia from the great room and game-media room elevating the indoor-outdoor relationship.

Well-equipped gourmet kitchen with top of the line commercial appliances plus a separate catering kitchen tucked away for entertaining. The formal dining area is outfitted with a chilled wine showcase.

Expansive views of the pristine front and rear grounds, pool and reflective ponds from most of the first level. Other features include six bedrooms, study, fitness room, craft room, 6-car garage. This is the most exceptional opportunity for new construction in Lobello Estates.

Contact Ryan Streiff (469.371.3008) or Laura Michelle (214.228.3854) for more information or to set up a private showing. Visit DPMFineHomes. com to learn more or call 214.799.1488.

BEACON HILL AT CEDAR CREEK LAKE

50% of Lots Sold on Beacon Hill’s Interior Lake

Lots at the very popular Lake Ava Rosetta are selling fast. The 9-acre stocked fishing and swimming lake is now 50% sold with 8 of the 16 lots under contract, under construction or having a full-time resident. 5 of the remaining lots offer the opportunity for private fishing docks. Residents are already enjoying the newly added beach area with new outdoor grills, fire pits and more. To find your perfect place of tranquility offering fishing, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, swimming, barbecuing and other outdoor fun, visit us online at www.liveatbeaconhill.com to schedule a tour or call 903-498-LAKE (5253).

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

It Takes an Agent to Match Buyers with the Right Home

In today’s unprecedented real estate market, buyers and sellers are looking for any advantage they can find.

Flashy, high-tech innovations might garner lots of attention or give the gee-whiz factor, but it does not get the deal done. Still, the most important element in finding and buying a home, across the board, continues to be having an experienced real estate agent on your side.

“This is probably the most unique real estate market that we’ve ever seen, with the extremely low inventory. That makes a good agent more vital than ever,” says Allie Beth Allman & Associates Sales Manager Erin Young Garrett. “They are essential to getting a deal done.”

The last thing a seller wants to do is lose momentum or get hung up on unimportant details. According to Allie Beth Allman & Associates President Keith Conlon, the agents that are winning deals today are the ones that the listing side agents want to work with.

“It’s just as important as anything,” he says. “Winning agents are generally well-liked in the Realtor community. They negotiate and maneuver with fairness, and without causing any road bumps that don’t need to be there.”

Connect an expert agent: https://www.alliebeth. com/associates/int

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

Build Your Dream Home in Highland Park

For years, smaller was better for many homebuyers who opted to build a new home.

But that was before the pandemic struck, when it became essential to work, exercise and have dinner nightly in the safety of one’s home.

The trend toward more square footage can be seen in homes coming on the market in Highland Park and nearby neighborhoods. Homes today are being built with more and larger bedrooms and baths. They usually have an exercise room, a designated space to enjoy movies and at least one home office.

The experts at Allie Beth Allman & Associates are representing several new properties in Highland Park.

At 9,500 square feet of living space, the fivebedroom Mediterranean-style home Avida Custom Homes is building at 3900 Potomac Ave. in Highland Park is a perfect example of this bigger-is-better trend.

A building site on one of Highland Park’s most storied streets just came on the market at 3524 Beverly Drive. Adjacent to Armstrong Elementary’s greenbelt, it’s a perfect location for a family home.

Find the right home with the help of an Allie Beth Allman & Associates expert. Call an expert agent to see the luxury brokerage’s private list of homes on the market: https://www.alliebeth.com/associates/int.

ALLIE BETH ALLMAN

A Home with Green Space Can Soothe the Soul

Research has shown time and again that immersing yourself in the outdoors helps us maintain our mental health. Visiting parks, walking a golf course or spending time in a lush backyard increases feelings of satisfaction, happiness and self-esteem.

Ask an expert at Allie Beth Allman & Associates to find you a home with a lovely, green yard to ease life’s pressures. The home you’re looking for might be on an exclusive list of private offerings, so connect with an agent.

The five-bedroom, French estate at 6459 Tulip Lane has extensive green space, including a play area, pool, spa and even a putting green. The home’s manicured front gardens offer a glimpse of the outdoor oasis that awaits.

Wander among the trees dotting the one-acre, park-like grounds of 5460 Northbrook Drive, featuring a pool and sports court, perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather outdoors.

The phrase resort-like applies to a home at 9226 Hathaway St. Set on 1.75-acres, the beautiful Texas Hill Country-style home features is surrounded by lush landscaping, the pool, spa, fire pit and tennis court provide nice distractions from any busy schedule.

Call an expert agent to see the luxury brokerage’s private list of homes on the market: https://www. alliebeth.com/associates/int.

EBBY HALLIDAY

Getting What You Need and Want is Still Possible

The summer 2022 residential real estate market is shaping up to be very competitive. But don’t be intimidated into inaction. Getting what you need and want is still possible with the right mindset … and, more importantly, the right agent.

“Now more than ever, a knowledgeable, tenacious representative by your side makes all the difference, especially with such limited inventory,” says Chris Kelly, president and CEO of the Ebby Halliday Companies. “Going in with a plan is critical. And our experienced agents can help you come up with one that’s right for your situation and increases your likelihood of coming out on top as a seller financially, and as a buyer in a multioffer situation.

“If a no-obligation consultation sounds good right about now, our agents would love to provide one for you along with a free valuation of your home,” Kelly says. “Together, we can beat the odds.”

Ebby Halliday is the leading real estate company in Texas and Oklahoma. To learn more, visit ebby. com and connect with one of our experienced agents today.

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