DFW Real Estate Weekly

Welcome back, party people! Todd, Courtney and Ian dive into why Texas Fall (a.k.a. after second summer and false fall) is one of the best times of year to buy and sell real estate across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex.

Todd shares proven strategies that help buyers and sellers come out ahead when they make their move in late fall or winter — and why waiting until spring might actually cost you.

They hit on some fun outdoor spots ...

2025 is wrapping up — but the real estate market isn’t done yet! In this week’s episode Todd, Courtney, and Ian break down the current state of the housing market across North Texas, including Plano, Dallas, Richardson, and Fort Worth.

In This Episode:

DFW Housing Market Update: inventory levels, home values, and buyer–seller balance Plano Snapshot: roughly 4 months of inventory = a stable, slightly seller-friendly market Average D...

This episode dives into the scariest parts of real estate — from terrifying homeownership mistakes (like not knowing what your home is worth) to spooky situations with bad agents. Todd, Courtney, and Ian keep it fun while dropping serious knowledge about how to protect your equity, make smart moves in the DFW market, and even handle holiday decor when selling your home.

We also discuss:

• The #1 most irresponsible thing homeowner...

This week, Todd Tramonte and the team dive into a quote from the Texas Association of Realtors that’s actually true:

“The timing that’s right for the individual buyer is the right timing every time.”

We unpack what that really means — why trying to “time the market” is a losing game and how the right time to buy is when you, your family, and your finances are ready (and when you have the right real estate pros on your side).

We als...

🎄 Don’t Wait to Sell Until After the Holidays! 🎄

Thinking about waiting until after Christmas to sell your home? Think again! In this week’s episode, we’re breaking down why the holiday season might actually be one of the best times to list your house — and how to make a smooth move before Christmas.

🏡 Topics We Cover:

• Holiday Home Sales: Why waiting until January could cost you buyers

• Timing a Christmas Move: Can you really mov...

Dallas headlines say it’s a buyer’s market—but is that the full story?

In this episode, Todd breaks down what the numbers actually mean for buyers and sellers, and where the leverage sits in today’s DFW housing market.

We also cover:

✔️ Mortgage-rate update & how to play it smart

✔️ What “buyer’s market” means across Collin, Dallas & Tarrant Counties

✔️ Real estate career Q&A: Should you become an agent now? Team vs. solo?

✔️...

On this episode of DFW Real Estate Weekly, Todd Tramonte, Courtney (“Full Price Courtney”), and Ian (“the Agitated AI”) share a rare dose of good news for homeowners, buyers, and sellers.

Mortgage rates remain steady despite the Fed lowering rates. Fall 2025 is proving to be one of the strongest and most balanced markets in decades — great for buyers, sellers, and especially those doing both. Right now is a sweet spot because there ...

We kick of the show this week with a market update + interest rates. Patrick Glaros joins us for a real-time look at how today’s interest rates are shaping home buying and selling.

The Dallas Luxury Housing is Booming! A Dallas ZIP code just ranked #3 in the nation for hottest luxury housing markets — we’ll break down what’s driving the buzz.

Fort Worth Zoo’s new adorable lion cubs - Meet the newest stars of the Fort Worth Zoo, bring...

Today's show is full!

We love the FALL around here! October is shaping up to be our best month ever for real estate closings! We’ll talk about why fall is one of the best times to buy and sell a home.

AI & Real Estate How is AI changing the home buyer and seller experience? Do you still need an agent? How are the best agents using AI to serve their clients better—and how is Todd using it differently than “lazy” agents?

We’ll cover...

Today’s Show Highlights:

⏩ Special Guest: Trinity Home Advisors joins us for a quick segment on what people get so wrong about home warranties!

🏡 DFW Real Estate Boom: A new study reveals that 5 of the top 10 real estate markets in the U.S. are right here in North Texas. Find out which cities made the list and what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors.

🛒 HEB Expansion: The beloved Texas grocer is investing millions into Fort ...

In this episode, Todd and Ian tackle the hottest real estate trends you need to know:

✅ “Buy the Dip” – What does it really mean for home buyers and seller confidence?

✅ The growing call to abolish property taxes – Do you ever truly own your home?

✅ A $1 house in New York gets 80+ offers – what does this say about today’s market?

✅ Grand Prairie’s Goodland Project – A massive 5,000-acre master-planned community is coming to DFW.

✅ Plus,...

The Market is Heating Up + Big Wins for Our Clients!

Back-to-school season is behind us, and now things are getting exciting—this is Todd’s favorite time to buy! We just had our biggest month since 2021, and we’re breaking down why this August feels different.

✅ Is the market changing or is hard work paying off?

✅ The strategies that are helping our clients win

✅ Why more people are trusting us to make the difference

Plus:

The rolle...

Ever wonder why so many people are packing up the U-Haul and coming to Dallas–Fort Worth? In this episode, we break down U-Haul’s latest migration data and what it means for North Texas real estate.

This week we are talking all about:

✅ The top states sending people to DFW (and the surprising one you didn’t expect!)

✅ Why back-to-school season shakes up the housing market every year

✅ Expert strategies for buying and selling in today’s...

In this week’s episode of DFW Real Estate Weekly, we uncover one of the most frustrating questions in real estate:

Why does one home fly off the market while the one next door just sits?

Two homes. Same neighborhood. Very different outcomes.

We break down exactly why—from marketing strategy and storytelling to staging and pricing. Spoiler: It’s never just about the house.

We expose the most common real estate myths we hear every sum...

In this week’s episode of DFW Real Estate Weekly, we talk team, turf, and the Texas heat—starting with a big announcement for agents and future team members…

👥 TEAM RECRUITING + SUMMIT PUSH Marketing Director Courtney shares what makes our team different—how we fiercely protect our culture, what it means to truly serve clients with excellence, and why now is the perfect time to join the mission before our Real Growth Summit. If you...

This week’s episode breaks down why now is a terrible time to sell your home in DFW—and what smart sellers should do instead.

Since May, our listings have sold for 6.87% over market, bringing in an average of $25,622 more—and closing 18 days faster than average. But the market is shifting fast.

Here’s what we covered:

✅ What the “Back-to-School Market” really means for buyers & sellers

✅ Why August is historically one of the worst ...

It’s never been harder to be a first-time homebuyer—and now even U.S. mayors and Realtor.com are teaming up to tackle the housing crisis head-on. But what does that mean for you right now, especially in DFW?

This week, Todd and Ian dig into:

🏘️ Why first-time buyers are struggling—and where opportunity still exists 🌴 Even California is relaxing its environmental laws to speed up new construction

📍 DFW Area Deep Dive: Why Wylie, Sac...

We’re officially past the “safe zone” of the summer market—and the bold are the ones who win right now. In this episode, Todd and Ian break down how to beat the late summer DFW real estate market with smart, strategic moves.

🚨 People are getting desperate. That could mean a $20,000 advantage—if you work with the right agent.

PLUS:

🏡 Why even J. Lo & Ben Affleck can’t sell their $60M mansion—and what it reveals about overpricing,...

We're officially past the "comfortable margin of error" before school starts—so what does that mean for the summer real estate market? Todd Tramonte breaks it down.

In this episode:

👉 Artificial Ian runs the real numbers—how FAST can you sell your house?

🌱 Todd gets into the weeds—literally—with his Texas gardening obsession (yes, he's growing apples).

📍 Why is Prosper holding steady while Frisco wobbles? Get Todd's take on local ma...