Did you hear that McKinney, TX made Money Magazine's "Top 100 Places to Live" for 2010? What are you waiting for? Move on down to McKinney, TX. This home is well maintained and ready to move in! Agents live nearby and can show on short notice. Call 972-838-5394 for a private showing.

Call for a private showing of this Irving TX home for sale! Convenient to major highways, employment and DFW airport. The price is right, and it's ready to move right in. Call for more information 972-838-5394.

For all those that have asked me:

 "Why do YOU like living in McKinney, TX"?, or

 "What DFW city should I live in"?, or

"What's so special about McKinney, anyway"?

I give you this:

CNNMoney.com's Top 100 Places to Live as Exhibit A through Z!

WE'RE NUMBER 5!

Beating us out were: Eden Prairie, MN; Columbia/Ellicott City, MD; Newton, MA; and Bellevue, WA.

The reporters from CNNMoney.com reviewed cities with populations of 50,000 to 300,000 and poured over information regarding job opportunties, fiscal strength, schools, crime rate, health care quality and things to do (entertainment factor).

What impressed me was that the reporters didn't just look at the cold hard facts and rank cities sight unseen. No - they visited their Top 30 contenders in order to get a "feel" for the town. To get a picture of the unspoken charm or character that a towns posesses. Those things that residents know and feel in their hearts, yet can't be put into words.

Here's why McKinney, TX makes such a great place to LIVE and RELOCATE to!

• exceptional school system
• low real estate prices
• our "gem of a downtown"! I just LOVE that, since our brokerage resides in one of the restored 19th century buildings they mention!
• abundant employment opportunities within our own city - eliminating the need for a big commute

Read about it for yourself! It makes me that much more proud to not only get to work in such an awesome city, but live in it as well.

Why do YOU love living in McKinney, TX??

Your Melissa, TX Real Estate Market Update for May 2010

Melissa saw 47 sales for the month of May, which was up a whopping 88% over May 2009.

The average sales price for a home in Melissa was $173,314 which was down 13% over last May.

Homes for sale in Melissa, TX sat on the market for an average of 75 days - a nice 21% decline when compared to May 2009.

As of June 17, 2010 there are 82 ACTIVE properties for sale in Melissa. There are 2 CONTINGENT properties, 3 under KICK OUT status and another 20 PENDING SALES.

If you're in the market for a Melissa, TX home, or would like information about selling a home in the Melissa or surrounding Collin County area, please contact d + b real estate!

Check out our listing in Hunters Creek - one of the most popular Melissa, TX neighborhoods:

 

$128,000

2307 Arrowhead Pass

Move right in to this immaculately maintained home! Three bedrooms, two full baths and a popular Pulte floorplan that offers just over 1600 sq ft.

The spacious kitchen overlooks a family room with fireplace. Entertaining is easy with the breakfast bar providing extra seating/serving room. Plenty of cabinetry and counterspace! The master retreat is separate from secondary bedrooms and offers a bath equipped with relaxing garden tub, separate shower, dual vanities and walk-in closet! The backyard is big enough for playground or pool!

Move right in to one of Melissa's most popular neighborhoods! Easy access to 75 and convenient to Hwy 121 and 380.

COMMUNITY AMENITIES INCLUDE:

• Community Pool 

• Playground with Covered Area for sunny days

• Park like setting with large wooden Gazebo for gatherings.

EVERYONE can call Hunters Glen HOME:

• Recognized Melissa ISD Schools.

• Your four-legged friends will relish being surrounded by lots of sidewalks for long walks and the community park with plenty of green space.

• Like shopping and dining? McKinney is just 8 minutes South and the 380/75 intersection is packed with choices!

 

Gorgeous 3 bedroom home in Plano

Price: 184000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sqft: 1811 Year Built: 2000 Property Address: 7201 Dalewood Plano, TX 75074 Your search ends with this beautifully maintained one owner home that is move in ready. Located in Plano ISD! Home features split bedrooms, large family room and spacious eat in kitchen with hardware on all cabinets. Formal living could easily be used as study. Updates include: custom ceiling fans,ceramic tile in kitchen & bath,new roof 07,new fence 08,new dishwasher 07,paint 09-10. Take advantage of $8000 tax credit for FIRST TIME HOME BUYER! Contact Information d + b real estate Kim Daugherty 207 E. Virginia Suite 203 McKinney TX 75069 972-838-5394 More Listing Information Visit Website Email Me My Other Listings Sought After 2 BR/2 BA Turtle Creek Residence Steps Away from the Katy Trail! Location: Dallas, TX List Price: 264900 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Looking to live near Uptown? Look no further. Gorgeous 1 bedroom plus study is waiting for you to call it home. Loads of updates! Location: Dallas, TX List Price: 164900 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Gorgeous 3 bedroom home in Plano Location: Plano, TX List Price: 184000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2

To schedule your own private showing of this Plano, TX home for sale (7201 Dalewood), please call the Barron-Daugherty Team at 972-838-5394 or email us at Realtor@RealFamilyRealEstate.com. Contract by April 30 to take advantage of home buyer tax credits!

Sought After 2 BR/2 BA Turtle Creek Residence Steps Away from the Katy Trail!

Price: 264900 Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Sqft: 1162 Year Built: 1998 Property Address: 3225 Turtle Creek Blvd. #507 Dallas, TX 75219 Move right in to one of Dallas\' most distinguished addresses - The Renaissance on Turtle Creek! Fitness enthusiasts will enjoy easy access to the Katy Trail across the street & fitness center on the first floor. Your four-legged friends will relish being surrounded by two parks (Lee Park and Turtle Creek Park) with lots of green space just outside and two \"pet stations\" on the premises. Like shopping and fine dining? You\'ll be in heaven with West Village and Highland Park shopping & 5-star restaurants just a few blocks away. But when work calls, don\'t fret. Easy access to both airports and major freeways makes commuting a breeze. This luxury two bedroom, two bath condo is located in desirable \"Building A\". Amenities include free valet, concierge, fitness center, business center with internet & fax, a private pool on the grounds, a second lap pool on the sundeck with private cabanas and gas grills that make entertaining and relaxing readily available. You\'ll find this light-filled condo on the 5th floor of Building A, with just 7 units per floor. The popular \"Sienna\" floorplan has been upgraded and offers the convenience of being on the same floor as the reserved parking spot! Inside you will find the gourmet kitchen on your left, offering all of the finishes buyers demand today: sleek 2-inch bullnosed black granite countertops, Stainless Steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry and ceramic tile flooring. The breakfast bar offers space for dining and opens up to the spacious living room with private balcony and wood floors. The master bedroom is separate from the second bedroom, offering privacy. The master bathroom has a relaxing garden tub with shower combo, marble countertops, abundant cabinetry and walk-in closet. The second bath is equipped with a ceramic tile surround shower. Both bedrooms will have NEW CARPET installed prior to closing with the option of a buyer choosing to pay for any upgrade difference. Take advantage of the buyer tax credits by contracting prior to April 30 and closing by June 30! First time buyers receive an $8,000 credit with move-up buyers receiving $6,500! Contact us for more questions about the tax credits and to schedule a private showing! Contact Information d + b real estate Kim Daugherty 207 E. Virginia Suite 203 McKinney TX 75069 972-838-5394 More Listing Information d + b real estate - McKinney\'s Newest Boutique Real Estate Choice! Email Me My Other Listings Looking to live near Uptown? Look no further. Gorgeous 1 bedroom plus study is waiting for you to call it home. Loads of updates! Location: Dallas, TX List Price: 164900 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Gorgeous 3 bedroom home in Plano Location: Plano, TX List Price: 184000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Embrace Outdoor Living in this Breathtaking McKinney Home! Location: McKinney, TX List Price: 189900 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5 Greenbelt Beauty in Stonebridge Ranch of McKinney! Location: McKinney, TX List Price: 189900 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2

For a private showing of this prime residence, or for any questions, please call 972-838-5394 or email Realtor@RealFamilyRealEstate.com. The Renaissance at Turtle Creek is waiting for you to come home!

For those of you with school age kids, you undoubtedly have heard of, or have been a customer of, Learning Express. Located in McKinney at the NE corner of Lake Forest and Eldorado Pkwy, Learning Express has been my choice for birthday gifts, toys for my kids and for the monthly birthday party gifts that always are needed!

Why?

Learning Express offers unique, educational toys (that are FUN) that you can't find at the local big box chain stores. Sure, you can find a few Legos and other brand name toys, but for the most part you can find personalized toys that are different and more brain-stimulating (if that's a word?) than any where else. The staff is always friendly and they even offer, get this - FREE GIFT WRAPPING.

Sadly, I am writing this store review a moment too late. Unfortunately, Learning Express is closing their doors. For you groupies out there and loyal customers, this is sad news. It's bad news for the city of McKinney as well. We are losing a fabulous business. A sign of the times, for sure.

 

**So why write a review about a closing store? It's not too late to help them out, which in turn will help YOU out too. A win-win of sorts.

As of today (12/14/09), EVERYTHING IN THE STORE IS 50% OFF (excluding personalized gifts which are still 35% off) and Redline items are an extra 10% off!

Win for you: inexpensive and GREAT gifts just in time for Christmas.

Win for Learning Express: you are helping them clear their inventory as quickly as possible.

Stop by and grab up some gifts while the selection is still good.

 

Locations:

Learning Express - McKinney, TX

The Plaza at Stonebridge

4900 Eldorado Parkway, Suite 148 - McKinney, TX  75070

972-542-8697

 

Learning Express - Allen, TX

McDermott Towne Crossing

1314 W. McDermott, Suite 140 - Allen, TX  75013

214-383-2610

 

Regular Store Hours:

Monday - Saturday:  9:30am - 6:00pm

Sunday:  12:00noon - 5:00pm

Thank you for being a great McKinney business, Learning Express!