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By Mathew Dick December 13, 2025
Moving to Temple or Fort Hood? Compare Troy, Little River Academy and Nolanville for commute, schools, property taxes, lot sizes and new-construction options.
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By Mathew Dick November 25, 2025
Relocating to Harker Heights, TX? Explore neighborhoods, commute routes to Fort Cavazos, schools, shopping hubs like Market Heights and Indian Trail, parks, and top local restaurants in this practical guide.
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By Mathew Dick November 8, 2025
Discover how a VA IRRRL (VA Streamline Refinance) can lower your rate, reduce payments, and close in weeks. Eligibility, fees, savings, and timelines for Central Texas veterans.
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By Mathew Dick November 1, 2025
Practical guide to living in Harker Heights, TX — housing market snapshot, commute tips for Fort Hood, and local restaurant and shopping picks.
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By Mathew Dick October 5, 2025
A practical 2025 Central Texas homebuyers guide with key market stats (median $335K), mortgage outlook, VA loan strategies, and expert insights from broker Mark Hairston.
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By Mathew Dick September 28, 2025
Tour three real Killeen homes—from a low-$200K starter to newer $300K+ builds—and get honest buying tips for military families and civilians near Fort Cavazos.
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By Mathew Dick September 21, 2025
Moving to Killeen, TX? This map-based guide breaks down North, East, and West Killeen — real estate, Fort Hood commutes, family amenities, and homebuying tips.
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By Mathew Dick September 13, 2025
Tour a $1.1M Bella Terra home in Belton, TX (near Fort Cavazos): rare private courtyard, chef's kitchen, wired security, spacious primary suite, and family-friendly layout.
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By Mathew Dick September 7, 2025
An on-the-ground guide to living in Killeen, TX in 2025 — affordability, military community, commute realities, schools, food scene, and practical tips for relocating to Fort Hood.
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By Mathew Dick August 30, 2025
Complete Fort Cavazos (Fort Hood Texas) guide: history, on-post resources, family activities, gyms/pools, commissary tips and day trips to Belton, Temple, Waco & Austin.