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What Texas Gives You in 2026 General Residence Homestead: $140,000 off school taxes. Every Texas school district is required to give you $140,000 off your home’s taxable value if it was your primary residence as of January 1. Many counties, cities, and special districts add an optional exemption up to 20% on top. Over-65 or Disabled: Another $60,000 off school value — total $200,000 off. It applies back to January 1 of the year you qualify. Other exemptions: Disabled Veteran,

One of the best things about selling real estate in La Grange is getting to see what happens to a property after the keys change hands. Earlier this year, we had the pleasure of helping the new owners purchase this beautiful old Victorian home in La Grange. The house already had the character and architectural details that make these older homes so special, but the exterior was ready for a fresh look. And the new owners certainly delivered. With a new exterior color palette a

The Fayette County housing market has shifted in 2026, and the biggest change is easy to see: buyers have more homes to choose from. That doesn't mean homes aren't selling. It does mean sellers are competing for buyer attention in a way they weren't when inventory was tighter. Inventory Has Continued to Grow Fayette County began January with 162 active single-family listings and 9.0 months of inventory. By July, there were 198 active listings and 12.5 months of inventory. For

Michael Corker, owner of Hart Land Real Estate, honored for 25 years on the National Bank & Trust Board of Directors