Debbie Stevenson, Realtor

10/20/2026

A $25.9 million ranch in Texas Hill Country comes with an unusual feature: a resident population of exotic wildlife, including giraffes. Spanning more than 1,200 acres about an hour from Austin and San Antonio, Ketterman Ranch combines a 10,000-square-foot main residence with multiple guest lodges, bass-stocked lakes, and extensive hunting and equestrian facilities. The property also includes a rodeo arena, basketball and pickleball courts, and a private water system.

10/19/2026

One of Charleston’s most recognizable historic homes could set a new real estate record. The 223-year-old Sword Gate House is set to list for $35 million, making it the priciest residential listing in the greater Charleston area to date. The Federal-style landmark, which last sold for $10 million in 2020, has undergone an extensive renovation while retaining its original architectural details. Spanning more than 17,000 square feet, the estate has 11 bedrooms and nearly an acre of grounds in the city’s historic South of Broad neighborhood.

10/19/2026

Yet Congress listened to the builder’s lobby and passed an “affordable housing” act that only adds to the stagnant inventory. What am I missing here?

🏡 Houston had more homes for sale this July than at any point HAR has ever recorded: bit.ly/4i4ZSMH

Prices haven’t dropped the way some might expect, and one price range is selling much faster than the rest.

10/18/2026

Elegance. Sustainability. Wellness.

10/18/2026

I have a 38-acre home with a well and workshop perfectly positioned for this view. Priced at an incredible $55k per acre let’s chat about your private sunset everyday. 8520 Brewer Lane, Salado TX 76571.

A fiery sunset, a lakeside path, and a good pair of walking shoes: Union Grove Park on Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Bell County makes for a fine evening outing. 🌇

Located near Belton and Salado, this Corps of Engineers park gives you access to shoreline views, shaded stretches, and spots where you can pause to watch the water change color. Central Texas limestone, junipers, and oaks frame the scenery, and the lake gives you room for fishing or paddling too. 🎣

Go in the late afternoon for the best light, and bring water and a headlamp if you plan to linger. Check the Corps of Engineers site for current day-use fees and any trail or area closures before you arrive. 🔦

What time of day do you think Texas trails look their best?

10/18/2026

Not Rocket science. Why trade a 2% rate for 7%

Why homeowners aren’t selling: 42 percent cite home prices or affordability and 19 percent cite mortgage rates, a Nationwide survey finds.

10/16/2026

Housing fix is simple. Fix interest, insurance and property tax rates.

10/16/2026

Wondering about yesterday’s influx of private jets across McGregor, Waco and Temple? Elon Musk picked his SpaceX facility in McGregor for the big Tesla Roadster reveal.

Elon Musk first debuted the Roadster refresh concept in 2017 but Tesla has since missed every targeted delivery date.

10/14/2026

"I would say that the sellers right now are nervous Nellies," one prominent broker said. >> See the full article below ⬇️

10/14/2026

Sometimes it is best not to do that open house
A third of real estate agents will face an unsafe situation, with 48 fatalities recorded within a single year.
Where Crimes Occur Most
• 35% of reported incidents originate from receiving threatening or inappropriate emails, texts, phone calls, or voicemails.
• 17% of safety incidents happen during public open houses.
• 7% of incidents take place while showing an empty or secluded property.
• 7% of incidents occur when meeting a brand-new client at a public place for the first time