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What Is Your 78750 or 78759 Home Worth Right Now?

What Is Your 78750 or 78759 Home Worth Right Now?

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Wondering what your 78750 or 78759 home is worth right now? Here's why your TCAD value, your Zestimate, and your neighbor's 2022 sale price are all the wrong answers - and how to get the right one.

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What It Actually Costs to Own a Home in 78750 or 78759 Right Now

What It Actually Costs to Own a Home in 78750 or 78759 Right Now

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Most longtime owners in 78750 and 78759 have never added up the full annual cost of staying in their home. Property taxes, insurance, maintenance, and opportunity cost - here's what the number actually looks like.

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Should You Sell Your 78750 or 78759 Home Before You Downsize?

Should You Sell Your 78750 or 78759 Home Before You Downsize?

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

Longtime owners in 78750 and 78759 are sitting on significant equity. Here's what to know about the financial picture, Texas tax benefits, market timing, and how to sequence a downsize the right way.

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What Sellers in 78750 and 78759 Should Know About the Market Right Now

What Sellers in 78750 and 78759 Should Know About the Market Right Now

James Brinkman
Published on: 06/07/2026

78750 and 78759 are still strong zip codes for sellers - but the market has changed. Here's what sellers need to know about current prices, days on market, buyer behavior, and how to position your home to sell.

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