Rick's Blog

Day one of the Turning Point is History. Brian said there was some new material and some things have been added. He talked about the Packer's Sweep and the fundamentals. That is what I am always trying to work on, mastering the fundamentals. Tomorrow is the breakout for Brokers and Owners. I alwa...

When you are ready for a great dining experience the Chef Point Cafe is the place to eat. Located in a gas station in Watauga, Texas, the food is superb. The restaurant is owned by Franson Nwaeze and his wife Paula Merrell. Once you try Chef Point Cafe you will want to make the visit often. Their...

There is a country song with words that say "I may never get to heaven but Texas is as close as I've been." I was born in Fort Worth and I have been in Texas all of my life except for 4 years while serving in the Army. More people are calling Texas home. Some of the reasons for calling Texas home...

I read an article this week that over 8800 people are working in Barnett Shale Gas Production related jobs. The economic impact on North Texas continues to grow each day. This impact can now be felt in many local neighborhoods with signing bonuses for leasing mineral rights for residential lots s...

Drilling for natural gas is becoming more common inside the city limits of many towns and cities in the North Texas area. Many towns, cities and even the DFW International Airport have taken advantage of the Natural Gas Drilling boom in the area. City coffers are starting to realize an increase i...

People often think the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex is all city. But there are plenty wide open spaces in almost any direction from the DFW Metroplex. Some rural property is located within 20 to 45 minutes of the most highly populated areas. Farms and Ranch property is abundant. Some properties ha...

Are there any Jim Rohn Fans out there? Jim has been my mentor for almost 30 years. I have listened to his tapes, CDs, watched his videos and enjoyed his books. He has a tremendous insight on life and a great business philosophy. He has impacted my life. He is called America's Foremost Business Ph...

Lakeside Texas is located in Tarrant County. It is midway between Lake Worth and Azle just west of Hwy. 199 (Jacksboro Highway). Lakeside is close enough to have all the conveniences of the big city but offers many homes on acreage. Only a few miles to water recreation at either Eagle Mountain La...

Crowley, Texas is located in Tarrant County and a small portion in Johnson County. Crowley sits at the crossroads of Farm Roads 1187 and 731. Crowley is 2 miles west of Interstate 35 and 15 miles south of Downtown Fort Worth. In about 1848 settlers began farming in the area around Deer Creek. Whe...

Hill County is located in central Texas, Hillsboro is the County Seat. Located at the Junction of Interstate Highway 35 East (from Dallas) and Interstate Highway 35 West (from Fort Worth). Hillsboro is 30 miles North of Waco. Hillsboro is known as the Antique Capitol of I-35. Hill County is home ...