Wayne's Collin County Blog

I ask the question because this is something you need to know.  In Texas, unlike many other states, real estate agents are filling out contracts for clients to purchase or sell real estate.   For many of you who have purchased a home outside of Texas you remember having your own attorney in addit...

Every year it is the same.  I am still shocked when I see them still in business and actually attracting new customers.  This is the scene starting January 15th till April 15th each year at the intersection of 75 and Louisiana in McKinney.   I have nothing against employing the down and out but I...

As responsible citizens and homeowners we all must do our part to fight crime in our neighborhoods.   No town regardless of where they rank on the Safest Cities Report is exempt from criminal activity.  Take a few minutes to implement these steps and prevent your family from becoming a victim of ...

Excellent resource for incentives and programs in our great state!  If you don't see your area here call me and we can talk about some that might be missing.  One I see now is the $100.00 Down payment program for HUD homes.The $8,000.00 Tax credit brought truckloads of buyers to the market. Many ...

McKinney- Red, White and Boom!- Sunday, July 4- This third annual event is FREE and sure to please everyone.   For more information visit www.mckinneytexas.org .  Schedule of Events: Sunday, July 4          Historic Downtown Mckinney 1:30 Hometown Parade Sunday, July 4    Mckinney Soccer Complex ...

Allen- USA Celebration- Saturday, June 26- FREE!  Bring the family out for a entire day of fun!  Attractions include a kids zone with crafts, and inflatables, non stop music on stage, and strolling performers.  The Commodores will perform and an incredible fireworks show will follow.  For more in...

McKinney-Hand Drumming Workshop- Friday, May 28th- Families are welcome.  Drums availablefor those that need them.  Workshop is held at a Mitchell Park located one block west of McKinney Downtown Square between Virginia & Louisiana.  $5 admission McKinney-Smiles for Habitat- Sunday, May 30th- The...

How many times do you hear that each summer? Why not start planning an interactive learning vacation this summer.   Texas offers just about every type of adventure you can imagine and planning your vacation can be just as much fun as going on vacation...ok maybe not. Camping- Texas state parks ha...

What does your properties appraised value really mean?  We all know that it is the value that is used to calculate how much you pay in property taxes but where do they get that number?  The number is supposed to reflect the amount that your house is worth in today's North Texas real estate market...

McKinney- Family Campout- Saturday, May 15-Sunday, May 16- McKinney Community Center will host their first ever Family Campout!  There will be activities and games, an outdoor movie, hotdogs and popcorn for the families that attend.  Please bring your own tent, sleeping bags, flash lights, snacks...