Kimberly Woodard GRI, ABR, e-Pro, BPOR

09/27/2026

🏡 Is your home trying to tell you something?

Your HVAC, water heater, roof, plumbing, electrical systems and other major components won’t last forever. Knowing their typical lifespans—and recognizing the warning signs—can help you plan ahead instead of being caught by an expensive surprise.

From rising energy bills to an aging roof or inconsistent hot water, a little planning today can help protect your home, your budget and the equity you’ve built.

👉 Read my latest blog to learn what to watch for and when it may be time to start planning for replacement.

And if you need a trusted local service provider or want to know which improvements may add value to your home, I’m always happy to be a resource.

Most homeowners understand that a home requires ongoing maintenance, but many are surprised to learn that some of the most important components of a house have a limited lifespan. Waiting until a m…

09/26/2026

Come tour 1501 Stone Drive this Sunday!!

Set on a premium corner lot in Coyote Ridge with four separate living areas, two bedrooms downstairs, a 3-car garage, and plenty of flexibility for everyday living, hosting, working from home, or simply having more room to spread out.

🏡 1501 Stone Drive, Carrollton, TX 75010
OPEN: Sunday, September 27 · 1:00–3:00 PM
5 Beds · 4 Full Baths · 3,860 Sq. Ft.

Stop by from 1–3 PM and see how all that space feels in person!

https://www.kimberlywoodard.com/realestate/details/108904101/1501-stone-drive-carrollton-tx-75010/21339093

Kimberly Woodard, Ebby Halliday Realtors®
C: (214) 632-2092 | E: [email protected]

09/24/2026

What if home felt a little more like vacation? ☀️

Coming soon in Heath, TX, this one is just as much about the lifestyle as it is the house. Think golf, water, sunshine, and a community that makes an ordinary weekend feel a little more special.

And getting to come home to THIS??? Even better!

With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3,758 square feet and a 3-car garage, there’s plenty of space to settle in! And thoughtful extras like wood floors throughout the first level, motorized shades, solar panels, and an epoxy-finished garage floor make it even better.

More to come on this Heath listing SOON!!

09/23/2026

🏡 Think the tax benefits of homeownership are just about mortgage interest? Think again.

Two often-overlooked benefits—the capital gains exclusion when you sell and the step-up in basis when a home is inherited—can play a significant role in building and preserving wealth.

📖 Read the blog to learn how these benefits work and why they matter for homeowners and their families.

📥 Plus, download our Homeowners Tax Guide!

When most people think about the tax advantages of owning a home, they usually think of deducting mortgage interest and property taxes. For years, those deductions were considered among the biggest…

09/22/2026

When someone tells me they’re starting to think about homeownership, I’ve found it’s rarely just about the monthly payment.

Usually, it’s about something deeper.

They’re picturing the room someone claims before the boxes are even unpacked. The front porch that somehow ends up in every milestone photo. The dining table that sees workdays, holidays, homework, and late-night conversations. The kitchen everyone gathers in no matter how much room there is somewhere else. The backyard that eventually becomes the setting for stories you’ll tell for years...

Of course, the numbers matter. Renting can absolutely be the right choice, and so can buying. The decision should make sense for your finances, your timing, and the way you want to live..
.but there are parts of homeownership a spreadsheet simply can’t measure.

Painting a room the color you actually want. Hanging the art exactly where you want it. Learning the rhythm of your street. Recognizing the same neighbors on your walk. Watching a space slowly start to feel less like a house you bought and more like YOUR home.

Sometimes, you’re not just choosing a property.
You’re choosing the backdrop for the life you’re building 🥹

And if homeownership is starting to feel like part of your next chapter, I’m always happy to help you understand what this could look like for you 🤍

09/21/2026

If I lived here, it would take some serious convincing to get me to leave the house 😅

Five bedrooms. Four living areas. Two bedrooms downstairs. A premium corner lot, a generously sized backyard, and plenty of room for everyone to spread out.. with some space left over!

Upstairs alone gives you three additional bedrooms plus two oversized living areas, so there’s room for the game room, media space, home office, gym.. or whatever your version of at home looks like!

And as if all of that wasn’t enough reason to take another look… this home just received a price improvement! Now offered at $709,995, with a motivated seller ready to consider offers.

📍1501 Stone Drive
Carrollton, TX 75010

Come see why you may not want to leave this one either! 😊

09/19/2026

Homes to tour this Sunday afternoon! ↓

🏡 2511 Appaloosa Lane, Celina
OPEN: Sunday, September 20 · 1:00–3:00 PM

✳︎ $445,000 · 3 Bed · 2 Bath · 2,050 Sq.Ft.
Located in Carter Ranch with a private study, flexible living spaces, covered outdoor living with its own fireplace, and a backyard that opens to a treeline greenbelt.
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🏡 5900 McFarland Court, Plano
OPEN: Sunday, September 20 · 1:00–3:00 PM

✳︎ $2,595,000 · 5 Bed · 5 Full + 1 Half Bath · 6,166 Sq.Ft.
Nearly half an acre in Willow Bend with a private pool + spa, outdoor kitchen, expansive covered patio, gated driveway, 4-car garage, and beautifully updated interiors.
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Kimberly Woodard, Ebby Halliday Realtors®
C: (214) 632-2092 | E: [email protected]

09/18/2026

A covered patio, a fireplace, and a greenbelt view… this backyard is very high on my list of favorite things about this Celina home 🤍

At 2511 Appaloosa Lane in Carter Ranch, the outdoor space feels like somewhere you’d actually use year-round – from cooler nights by the fireplace to slow mornings looking out over the greenbelt.

Inside, I love the way the kitchen and living room open to one another, all the natural light, and the split-bedroom floor plan that gives the primary suite its own side of the home.

And then there’s the location. You’re right off Preston Road with shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences continuing to grow around you, while Carter Ranch offers its own community pool, parks, playgrounds, walking trails, and fishing pond.

There’s a lot to love here, and these are just a few of my favorites!

📍 2511 Appaloosa Lane, Celina, TX
3 Beds · 2 Baths · 2,050 Sq. Ft.

OPEN Sunday, Sept. 20 · 1–3 PM