Shawn McFarland - Real Estate Consultant

08/02/2026

Grateful for another week serving homeowners across North DFW.
This work is more than just real estate to me. It is about helping families move forward, make smart financial decisions, and start new chapters with confidence.
Real estate has always been one of the most powerful vehicles for building wealth and changing your family's future — and I take that responsibility seriously every single day.

If you are thinking about buying or selling in Collin, Denton, Dallas, Rockwall, Tarrant, or Wise County — I would love to be the agent in your corner.

Honest data. Real strategy. No sugarcoating.

Have a blessed weekend North DFW.

📞 214-223-4448
Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 835140

Read inspiring and true real estate success stories. We interviewed realtors, investors, lenders, and other real estate professionals who shared their inspiring stories of achieving success in residential and commercial real estate.

08/01/2026

Why Collin County Texas continues to be one of the strongest real estate markets in the entire country.
Frisco — consistently ranked one of the fastest growing cities in America
McKinney — named one of the best places to live in the US multiple years running
Allen — top rated schools, low crime, strong property values
Plano — corporate headquarters hub with one of the highest household incomes in DFW
Collin County home prices have held stronger than most DFW counties through the current market correction — a testament to the area's economic foundation and continued population growth.

If you own a home in Collin County right now your equity position is likely stronger than almost anywhere else in North Texas.

Curious what your home is worth in today's market? Call me for a no pressure honest analysis.

📞 214-223-4448
Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 835140

Note: Our Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market forecast was updated in August 2025 with new data, with a long-range outlook extending into summer 2026. According to Zillow, the DFW housing market is expected to see additional price declines between now and the summer of 2026. That’s just one of th...

07/31/2026

If you are buying a home in North DFW right now — this is what the market actually looks like.

Homes are averaging 40 to 70 days on market depending on the county — you have more time to make decisions than at any point in the last four years.
Sellers are cutting prices by an average of $12,500 in DFW — negotiating room exists that simply did not before.
Inventory is up year over year across Collin, Denton, Dallas, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise counties — more options, less competition.
The 30-year fixed rate is at 6.58% — still elevated but meaningfully below the 8% peak of 2023.

This is one of the best buyer windows North DFW has seen since before the pandemic. If you are thinking about making a move — now is the time to start the conversation.

📞 214-223-4448

Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 83514

On this page, you will find answers to seven of the most frequently asked questions relating to the Dallas-area real estate market in 2026.

07/30/2026

Your home expired. Here is exactly why. And it is probably not what your last agent told you.
The most common reasons homes expire in North DFW right now:

1. Overpriced from day one based on what the seller hoped for — not what the data supported

2. Listed on MLS and never actively marketed anywhere else

3. Poor quality photos that did not show the home’s best features

4. No open houses in the first two critical weeks

5. Agent never called to debrief after showings or adjust strategy

Every single one of these is completely fixable.
The average DFW seller is cutting their price by $12,500 after their home sits. That reduction almost always costs more than hiring the right agent from the start would have.
If your listing recently expired I will show you exactly what I would do differently — with real data, a real marketing plan, and no sugarcoating.

📞 214-223-4448

Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 835140

Disclaimer: The April 2026 figures are based on more complete data and have been revised from their initial release. Texas housing market conditions continued to soften at the start of the busiest spring market, as rising inventory, weaker-than-expected seller activity, and persistent price pressure...

07/29/2026

Interest Rate Update — Week of July 28, 2026

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate is currently averaging 6.58% according to Freddie Mac's most recent weekly survey released July 23, 2026.

One year ago rates were at 6.74% — so buyers today are actually in a slightly better position than last summer.

What this means for sellers in North DFW: buyers are still out there and still qualifying for homes in your price range. The market has slowed but it has not stopped.

If your home recently came off the market and you are wondering whether now is still a good time to relist — call me. I will give you a straight answer based on your specific neighborhood.

📞 214-223-4448
Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 835140

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.58% this week. As market conditions continue to evolve, borrowers should remember that shopping around for a mortgage rate can make a meaningful difference, potentially saving them thousands over the loan’s lifetime.

07/28/2026

DFW Market Update — Week of July 28, 2026

Homes in the Dallas area are averaging 40 days on market with a median sale price of $499,000 — up 9.8% from last year.

Inventory is rising. Seller price cuts are averaging $12,500 in the DFW area — about 3% off the initial listing price.

What this means if you are thinking about selling: pricing accurately from day one is no longer optional. It is the difference between selling and sitting.

If your listing recently expired or you are thinking about relisting — I would love to have a real conversation about what the data says for your specific property.

No pressure. Just facts.

📞 214-223-4448
Shawn McFarland — eXp Realty | License 835140

Disclaimer: The April 2026 figures are based on more complete data and have been revised from their initial release. Texas housing market conditions continued to soften at the start of the busiest spring market, as rising inventory, weaker-than-expected seller activity, and persistent price pressure...

05/23/2026

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02/15/2026

Rain or Shine, we're open Sunday from 1-3pm. Stop by and see if it feels right.