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You’ll find our blog to be a wealth of information, covering everything from local market statistics and home values to community happenings. That’s because we care about the community and want to help you find your place in it. Please reach out if you have any questions at all. We’d love to talk with you!

Nov. 1, 2026

New Construction Homes on Acreage in Anna, TX: What to Know Before You Tour

Open North Texas landscape near Anna, Texas

Picture your morning coffee on a back porch with nothing but open sky past the fence line. That is what buyers are chasing when they ask me about new construction homes on acreage in Anna, TX. The short answer: they are out there, but they are limited, and the details on each lot matter more than the floor plan.

Here is what I walk my clients through before they ever set foot in a model home.

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Oct. 31, 2026

Want Chickens, a Garden, and More Freedom? Read This Before You Move

Illustrative North Texas home and land lifestyle scene
Illustrative lifestyle image, not a current property listing.

If you follow me, you know I love my chickens, collecting fresh eggs, gardening, and spending time outside. So when someone tells me they want a home with enough room for their own chickens and garden, I get excited. I also want them to know what to check before buying.

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Oct. 30, 2026

Open House at 1512 Foxglove Park | October 31 & November 1

Come tour 1512 Foxglove Park in Van Alstyne this weekend! Join us Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM both days.

1512 Foxglove Park open house flyer: October 31 and November 1, noon to 2 PM

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Oct. 30, 2026

Sell Your McKinney Home and Move North for More Space: What to Consider

Illustrative North Texas home and land lifestyle scene
Illustrative lifestyle image, not a current property listing.

McKinney has so much to offer, but I know some homeowners are ready to trade a neighborhood lot for a little breathing room. If that sounds like you, Anna and Van Alstyne may be worth exploring.

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Oct. 29, 2026

Outgrowing Subdivision Living? Your Next Home Might Have an Acre

Illustrative North Texas home and land lifestyle scene
Illustrative lifestyle image, not a current property listing.

I hear this from homeowners more often than you might think: 'We love our house, but we are ready for more space.' Not necessarily more bedrooms. More yard. More privacy. Maybe a workshop, a garden, or a place where the kids and dogs can run.

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Oct. 28, 2026

New Construction Homes on 1 Acre with No HOA in Anna, McKinney & Van Alstyne, TX

Illustration of a new construction farmhouse with a spacious lawn in North Texas
Illustrative rendering of a new construction home on a spacious lot; not an actual property listing.

Dreaming of a brand-new home with a bigger backyard, more privacy, and no HOA? You may not have to move far from the conveniences of North Texas to find it.

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Oct. 22, 2021

Bought a Single Family home in 2020 in Sherman, TX

Diem Goleman is the absolute best. She walked us through all the steps of buying a new home, stayed in constant contact and looked out for us through the entire process. Diem got us in our brand new home at a great price and in record time. Words cannot express how thankful we are for Diem and our new home. Thank you for all your hard work. If you want the best realtor call Diem Goleman. I promise you’ll be glad you did. Thank you Diem!!! If we could give you 10 stars we would!

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Oct. 22, 2021

Bought a Single Family home in 2020 in Commerce, TX

Diem was very tentative to our needs when we began our journey in finding our new home. We have never been in the market in finding a home so we were totally lost. But Diem made it so easy. Not only did she find us a house but she saved us a lot of money too. She is highly recommended. Very professional.

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Oct. 22, 2021

Bought and sold a home in 2020 in Eagle Ridge, Forney, TX 75126

Hands down the best Real estate agent. I would definitely recommend her to everyone if I could. If you want someone to keep you updated on any changes and also not overwhelmed you with unnecessary questions she is the one for you. She truly is a class act one it comes to customer service.

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Oct. 22, 2021

Bought a Single Family home in 2021 in Greenville, TX

Diem is awesome!! She's a master negotiator and adds a personal touch with her clients and stays in contact. Definitely recommend using her for your buying or selling needs!!!

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