I will admit it, I am not a "yard person"...Don't get me wrong, I love a beautiful weed-free lawn but the maintenance is something I delegate!  For those of you with a green thumb and/or love working in the yard, here is another video with how-to tips from the folks at Scott's "How To Use A Broadcast Spreader On Your Lawn":   Searching for the perfect yard?  Start your search for a Dallas Home for Sale here!  06/27/2018

 I received this in an email and have no idea who came up with it to give the author credit.  Enjoy these fun "Scrabbled" words...    Subject: FW: Scrabble anyone  Someone out there must be "deadly" at Scrabble.  PRESBYTERIAN:  BEST IN PRAYER  ASTRONOMER: MOON STARER  THE EYES:  THEY SEE THE MORSE CODE: HERE COME DOTS  DORMITORY: DIRTY ROOM SLOT MACHINES:  CASH LOST IN ME  ELECTION RESULTS:  LIES - LET'S RECOUNT  SNOOZE ALARMS:  ALAS!  NO MORE Z'S  A DECIMAL POINT:  I'M A DOT IN PLACE  THE EARTHQUAKES:  THAT QUEER SHAKE  ELEVEN PLUS TWO:  TWELVE PLUS ONE     06/23/2018

When it comes to a goal, you can’t just “set it and forget it”!Goals are important to set both short-term and long-term to keep us balanced and focused (and sane!)  It is so easy to just go through day-to-day and fall into an abyss of despair.  Setting a goal each day, each week, each month and for the year (and beyond) allows us the opportunity to achieve that sense of accomplishment that serves our well-being.  Many times your goal(s) will include helping someone else achieve theirs…this is a win-win!So start your day with this goal, give yourself the opportunity to make this the first day to achieve a regular schedule of patting yourself on the back for reaching your goal(s).To help inspire you, here are some great quotes: 1)    “Beaten paths are for beaten men.”  Eric A. Johnston 2)... 06/22/2018

Even though there are ups and downs and sometimes life throws you areally hard curve ball...try to start each day off right.  I am a positiveattitude type of person and I would much rather smile than frownbecause the attitude you project is the one you are judged on.  So start each day in a positive way and decide every morningthat you are in a good mood.  Of course that is always easierto do when your day begins like this:  06/21/2018

The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  May reflected a much needed increase in that inventory:     New construction homes had a slight decrease in their available inventory from 2017:       And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes...although May was basically consistent with 2017:       And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:       Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!       06/19/2018

  I just wanted to send a Happy Father's Day out there to every Father (and pending Father) on this Father's Day Sunday. We should have a very pretty day here in the Dallas area...hot, of course, but it is June! For those of you who have lost their Father,may your memories bring you fond remembrances and peaceful joy.   Have a blessed Sunday and a peaceful week. 06/17/2018

Weekend warrior alert - you can have a fabulous outdoor kitchen and patio area to enjoy.  Create with your own two hands or hire some professional help.  Here in Dallas area you can (almost) use your outdoor kitchen all year long.Home improvement expert Ron Hazelton demonstrates how to take your outdoor living to the limit by building an outdoor kitchen. This outdoor kitchen comes equipped with a rinsing sink, refrigerator and gas grill.   Are you searching for the perfect home to create an outdoor kitchen?  Start your search here:    06/15/2018

Let's fly our flag proudly and remember - it does not have to be Flag Dayor other Holiday to wave Old Glory...put it up everyday and let'sremember what our Great Nation stands for!HAPPY FLAG DAY AMERICA!!!   Poster commemorating the 140th Flag Day on June 14, 1917 Flag Day (United States) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia      U.S. Flag DayObserved byDateIn the United States, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoptionof the flag of the United States, which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution ofthe Second Continental Congress.[1] The United States Army also celebrates the Army Birthday on this date; Congress adopted "the American continental army" after reaching a consensus position in the Committee of the Whole on June 14, 1775.[2][3] In 1916, President W... 06/14/2018

Although any day is a good day to visit the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas - hot summer days are perfect for indoor fun.  I am a huge fan of the Perot Museum and it is always fun to bring out-of-town guests there.  If you have not yet visited the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, I highly recommend making plans to visit it in the very near future.  As their website offers:Inspiring the visionaries of tomorrowThe Perot Museum of Nature and Science located in Victory Park, near Downtown Dallas is said to be a "world of wonder" by The Dallas Morning News. Passing the test of school children, inspiring curiosity in all ages and boasting as a living science lesson, this new Museum opened its doors to the public on December 1, 2012. Get ready to amaze your brain through hands-... 06/13/2018

 School is out for the summer and you may be planning a "Staycation" here in the Dallas area.  The Dallas Metroplex offers so many things todo and see...there is something for everyone to enjoy.And if you are planning a trip to Texas, get ready for some sunshine.Click any of the links below for more information on Things To Do, Places To See in Big D!!  See why those who live here, love to call Dallas, TX...HOME! And for a little travel advice...."Travel:  Some good adviceFrom one who knows:Take twice the cashAnd half the clothes!" I don't know who originally came up with this, but it is great advice!  Amusement / Theme Parks        Ripley's Believe It Or Not Six Flags Over Texas Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park AquariumThe Dallas World AquariumCalendar of EventsEvents Calendar - F... 06/12/2018

The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  May reflected a much needed increase in that inventory:     New construction homes had a slight decrease in their available inventory from 2017:       And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes...although May was basically consistent with 2017:       And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:       Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!       06/10/2018

The heat is on in the greater Dallas area and our daily temperatures arein the high 90's.  Staying cool while house hunting can bea challenge, especially when our housing market is as red hot asour weather!  If you are ready to begin your home search, click thelogo below to use the convenient search tool on my websitewww.LisaVon.com    And to plan your activities, check your local weather and dress COOL!   06/05/2018

Brighten your kitchen with extra lighting – under cabinet or task lighting can help turn a dark kitchen into a more inviting bright space. Are you ready for a do-it-yourself lighting project?  Then here is a video than can help you through the installation: How to Install Lighting Under Your Kitchen CabinetsLowe's home improvement expert, Mike Kraft, shows how to properly and safely install low voltage lights under cabinets in your home kitchen. Presented by Lowe's Home Improvement:  Searching for the perfect home?  Call your Dallas Area Real Estate Professional, Lisa Von Domek today!  06/02/2018

Although the Dallas, TX area always has warm summers with temperatures in the 90's to 100's we don't typically see 100 degree days for the 1st of June!  Yikes!  We will have a sharp spike from our normal temperatures to welcome June in and usher May out.             Hopefully, this is not a sign of the temperatures to come but it certainly won't be the first (or the last) time that we experience roller coaster temperatures.  Mother Nature does like to throw curve balls at us...  05/29/2018

Just before the turn of the new year, Congress passed—and the president signed—the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (“TCJA”).  The TCJA represents the most extensive rewrite of the U.S. tax code in over 30 years.  The new act contains a number of important provisions that will impact business tax planning for years to come.  Below are some highlights from the business-related provisions that practitioners need to know.21% Corporate Rate. The new act eliminates the progressive corporate tax rate system, which imposed a 35-percent maximum tax rate.  In its place, it provides a flat 21-percent corporate rate.  This change, which is not set to phase out, will play a significant role in choice-of-entity decisions.Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax.  The new law repeals the corporate Alternative ... 05/27/2018

 The Carry The Load organization keeps the Memorial Day weekendand its true meaning to the forefront with its mission tohelp those who serve our nation.     Carry the Load is an organization that helps first responders, veterans, service members and their families.  The event raises money and shares the true spirt of this holiday weekend. The centerpiece of the two-day event that begins at 12 pm on Sunday and culminating 3:00 pm on Monday in observation of the National Moment of Remembrance. The March is the symbol of how Carry The Load started, represents carrying the fallen heroes we honor, and we welcome you to join whether for 20 hours or 20 minutes. View the Site Map and the Route Map. The Event Begins Sunday, May 27, 12 pm Reverchon Park 3505 Maple Ave Dallas TX 75219 The Event En... 05/23/2018

Although our weather looks to be hot and dry for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, you can choose to be indoors or outdoors as there is always somethingto do here in the Dallas, TX area.  That is why so many flock to our fair city (and all of Texas for that matter)  Click any of the links below for more information onThings To Do, Places To See in Big D!!See why those who live here, love to call Dallas, TX...HOME!   If you are looking for something to do, here are some links to help you.  Amusement / Theme Parks        Ripley's Believe It Or Not Six Flags Over Texas Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Water Park AquariumThe Dallas World AquariumCalendar of EventsEvents Calendar - Find things to do by dateEvents Toys For Tots Events Calendar - Find Things To Do Today! Museums - Dallas    Art Bib... 05/22/2018

 Washington is broken…there is simply no argument to support any other theory.  If you don't want to believe this, just click on the photo of the U.S. Debt Clock below...it will open in real time and it is staggering.I just had to share these quotes as I believe they are so apropos:    By J. Stewart Baker: “Time is running out on the fiscal policies which were initiated when our national debt was a small fraction of what it is today and which may have been expedient during the war but in present circumstances involve dangers so great as to demand that no further compromise with sound fiscal practice be tolerated”By Samuel Smiles: “The first step in debt is like the first step in falsehood, involving the necessity of going on in the same course, debt following debt, as lie follows lie”By... 05/18/2018

The benefits of a preapproval (not prequalification) for Home Loans in Dallas Texas. Many consumers are not informed on the proper way for buying a home. No question, this is a big decision, and one that can be either immensely stressful- or immensely enjoyable- depending on how you go about the home buying process of Home Loans in Dallas Texas and the surrounding areas. The key is to take the proper steps to educate yourself on your buying power, initial investment, and taking some time to think about your lifestyle choices. This article will cover all of these.  Education  The steps necessary to purchasing a home in Dallas, Texas starts with getting pre-approved for your home loan. Notice we did not say get prequalified- in today’s world a prequalification is not meaningful. You shoul... 05/14/2018

Even though inventory of available homes is low (Thinventory) I can find you your Dallas area Dream Home.  Are you ready to take advantage of the low interest rates and Buy a home in Dallas, TX or one of its surrounding suburbs? Here is a quick link of homes that you might love, and this provides a search feature for you to customize the search to find a home that meets your needs. What size, price and location work best for you? Just enter the information and let's begin to find your new dream home.  For all of the information that you need on Dallas homes for sale,or all of the fabulous things to do in Texas – visit my website www.LisaSellsTexas.com  05/13/2018