09/23/2026
Things I’m no longer pretending to care about… Ellis County real estate edition. 👀🏡
After 7+ years in real estate, I’ve learned that some of the things sellers and buyers hear all the time just… aren’t it.
I’m no longer pretending that:
✨ Overpricing your home “just to see what happens” is a good strategy.
In most cases, we already know what happens: fewer showings, more days on market, and eventually a price reduction. Pricing your home correctly from the beginning matters.
✨ A Zestimate tells you what your home is worth.
Your neighbor’s house isn’t your house. Condition, upgrades, acreage, location, pool, shop, school district, lot size and recent comparable sales can all affect your home’s market value. A local Realtor who knows the Ellis County real estate market can give you a much clearer picture.
✨ You have to live in a cookie-cutter HOA neighborhood.
One of my favorite things about living in Ellis County, Texas is the variety. Want acreage? No HOA? A workshop? Pool? Room for the kids to run? We have options.
✨ Staging is optional when selling a home.
I’ve seen firsthand what thoughtful home staging can do. Buyers are scrolling through listings before they ever schedule a showing, which means your photos and first impression MATTER.
✨ 45 minutes is “far.”
Around here? That’s basically down the street. 😂 Whether you’re looking in Waxahachie, Midlothian, Red Oak, Ovilla, Maypearl, Ennis, Palmer or surrounding Ellis County, I’m used to putting some miles on the car.
If you’re new here, I’m Lacey — Ellis County Realtor, professional home stager, mom of 3, and your local girl for all things HOME. 🤍
I help homeowners buy and sell homes in Waxahachie and throughout Ellis County, with a big emphasis on smart pricing, staging, professional marketing and making the entire process feel a whole lot less overwhelming.
Thinking about selling your home in Ellis County? Curious what your Waxahachie home is worth? Or looking for a home with acreage, a pool, shop or no HOA?
Send me a message. I’m always happy to talk real estate. 🏡
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