JSC & Co

09/26/2026

Saturday afternoon reflection…

One thing I’m learning in this season of life is to be where my feet are.

As a mom, wife, and someone who is trying to grow a business, it’s really easy to always be thinking about the next thing.

What needs to get done.
Where we need to be next.
What I forgot.
What needs my attention tomorrow.

But I’m learning that sometimes the best thing I can do is just be where I am.

If I’m at a volleyball game, be at volleyball game.

If I’m sitting at the dinner table, put the phone down and be at the dinner table.

If James and I finally have a few quiet minutes together, enjoy those minutes instead of thinking about everything else that needs to get done.

And if it’s 4 a.m. and I’m doing laundry…well, apparently I’m exactly where my feet are. 😂

I’m still working on it. Probably always will.

But I’m learning that not every moment needs to be productive, planned, or used to get ahead.

Sometimes you just need to be there.

09/26/2026

DATED DOESN’T ALWAYS MEAN BROKEN.

When you buy a house, chances are you're going to change some things anyway & making it your own:

Paint colors. Cabinet color. Light fixtures. Hardware. Flooring. Maybe even the countertops.

So when you walk into a home & the finishes aren't your style, don't automatically think, “This house needs so much work.”

Instead, ask: What actually needs to be replaced & what could I simply change over time?

There's another piece buyers sometimes overlook: the seller knows the home is dated, too.

In many cases, the price reflects the condition & the updates a buyer may want to make. You're not necessarily paying remodeled-home pricing & then paying to remodel it yourself.

Take 2004 N Fox Trl, Benton, AR for example: the finishes are more dated; but the home also has a newer roof, an HVAC system replaced between 2000–2010, a new walk-in bathtub, & two water heaters from 2008 & 2014.

Those things matter.

Because a dated kitchen can be changed.
Paint can be changed.
Hardware can be changed.
Flooring can be changed.

But replacing major systems can be a very different conversation.

So when you're looking at an older home, don't just look at what you don't like. Look at what has already been taken care of.

Not my style” & “needs to be replaced” are two very different things.

Sometimes the home that needs a little updating is the one that gives you the opportunity to make it yours & potentially build value along the way.

09/26/2026

09/25/2026

Laney Hubbard, REALTOR® with Hub Home Team, is at it again and this time she’s checking out 513 Hidden Forest Dr.

Missed the open houses? Been curious about the house but haven’t made it over yet? Check out Laney’s video for a look inside, then come see it for yourself this Sunday from 2-4 PM. Open House hosted by Sandy Jackson, REALTOR®

There’s nothing quite like walking through a home in person, so if you’ve been wondering if this one could be the right fit, come take a look!

Can’t make it this weekend? No probem - call or text and we’ll get a private showing scheduled for you.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNnbzPSYaXo

Stacey & James Curtis, REALTOR® | JSC & Co
Halsey Real Estate - Benton
C: 479-353-6939 | O: 501-575-9191
20461 I-30 suite 300 Benton, AR 72015

Take a full walkthrough of 513 Hidden Forest Drive, a 4-bedroom, 2-...

09/25/2026

This Sunday, we’ve got FOUR homes open across Benton and Bryant.

📍 2004 N Fox Trl, Benton
Hosted by James Curtis, REALTOR®

📍 513 Hidden Forest Dr, Bryant
Hosted by Sandy Jackson, REALTOR®

📍 2509 Hurricane Gardens Dr, Benton
Hosted by Stacey Curtis, REALTOR®

📍 3018 Denise Dr, Benton
Hosted by Teresa Henley, REALTOR®

Whether you're looking for more space, a fenced backyard, an established neighborhood, an investment opportunity, or simply trying to figure out what your next move looks like, come take a look.

And yes, you can absolutely make a Sunday out of it. 😉

James and Stacey Curtis, REALTOR® | JSC & Co
Halsey Real Estate - Benton
James: 479-316-5186 | Stacey: 479-353-6939
Office: 501-575-9191

09/24/2026

Seeing “escape clause” on a house you like? Don’t automatically skip it.

An escape clause can come into play when a buyer’s offer is contingent on selling their current home. But seeing those words doesn’t necessarily mean the house is off the table for you.

The specific terms of the contract matter, so if you’re interested in a home with an escape clause, ask your agent what it means and what your options are.

For example, Hurricane Gardens is still a home you can come see.

If you’re waiting for your current home to sell before you start looking, don’t automatically count a house out because you see the words "escape clause."

Ask questions. Know your options. Then decide what works for you.

Custom-built home in a gated community. This home offers a thoughtful layout with plenty of space to make your own. The spacious primary bedroom features a large walk-in closet with convenient access to the laundry room. The formal dining room adds flexibility and could easily serve as a home office...

09/24/2026

The weather is cooling down + the market has a new listing = yaasss please!!! 🍂

Listed by James Curtis, REALTOR® | JSC & Co.
C: 479-316-5186 | O: 501-575-9191
Halsey Real Estate - Benton
HalseyRealEstate.com
20461 I-30 Suite 300
Benton, AR 72015

09/23/2026

A little history on 513 Hidden Forest Dr., Bryant, AR
$244,900 | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 1,709 sq. ft.

This home has previously been used as a rental and rented for $1,500/month for at least two years.

At the current asking price of $244,900, $1,500/month would equal $18,000 in gross annual rent before taxes, insurance, maintenance, repairs, vacancy and the other costs that come with owning and operating a rental property.

If you're looking at this one as an investment property, those numbers give you a starting point to run your own analysis.

A DSCR loan may also be an option, depending on the property's projected rental income and lender requirements.

Stacey & James Curtis, REALTOR® | JSC & Co
Halsey Real Estate - Benton
C: 479-353-6939 | O: 501-575-9191
20461 I-30 suite 300 Benton, AR 72015

09/23/2026

A house can feel completely different at 10 AM than it does at 7 PM.

If you really like a house, try to see it at another time of day before you decide. You might notice things you didn’t the first time around.

09/22/2026

Did you notice 2004 N Fox Trl has: 👀

🚗 A garage with extra storage space
🏡 A permanent storage shed
🌪️ A storm shelter
🌿 And the primary bedroom has its own door leading straight to the back porch

Which one would you appreciate the most?

2004 N Fox Trl, Benton, AR 72019
$325,000 | 4 bedrooms | 2.5 bathrooms | 2,257 sq. ft.

https://ksvc.paragon.ice.com/s/goto/FxU50oTgvzr

Stacey & James Curtis, REALTOR® | JSC & Co
Halsey Real Estate - Benton
C: 479-353-6939 | O: 501-575-9191
20461 I-30 suite 300 Benton, AR 72015

This home offers a great opportunity to make it your own while enjoying features that bring both comfort and convenience. The living area features a wood-burning fireplace, and the primary bathroom includes a new walk-in tub/shower. Additional highlights include extra garage storage, 2 40 gal water....