The Benton Planning Commission will host a public hearing at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, October 8th regarding the release of Hart Road Subdivision from Benton planning jurisdiction. Then at 6 p.m. the meeting will proceed for commissioners to discuss the agenda items listed below: 1) Establish a Quorum / Call to Order 2) Approval of […]
Get Real with Doug: Let’s talk about the Mortgage Process
I have dealt with several first-time home buyers lately who have had no idea of where to start in buying their first home. This is exciting to me because I enjoy educating and showing my clients how easy the process is if they are prepared and are willing to communicate with their lender and Real […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: Great Reasons to Sell This Fall
School is back in session, the holidays are right around the corner, you might not think that now is the best time to sell your house. But with inventory below historic numbers and demand still strong, you could be missing out on a great opportunity for your family. Here are some reasons why you should consider […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away
The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast! Saving for a down payment takes a little discipline, so limiting your extra purchases (like a latte a day from […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: 5 Reasons Not to Do “For Sale By Owner”
In today’s market, with home prices rising and a lack of inventory, some homeowners may consider trying to sell their home on their own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO). There are several reasons why this might not be a good idea for the vast majority of sellers. Here are […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: Tips to get your Home Back-to-School Ready
Summer is coming to an end, which means back-to-school is almost here! Getting you and your children back into a normal routine after the summer can be chaotic and stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to make the transition from summer break to back-to-school easier and stress free for the […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: 4 Reasons to Sell this Summer
This week we are going to talk about the selling side again. Most folks think that the Spring is the best time to sell your home. After all, as one of my favorite mentors Charles Penfield says, “When the birds start to sing, the phone starts to ring!” This is true to a degree, but […]
It’s a Car Dealership in Place of RV Park in Benton
UPDATE July 16, 2019 So many people are still asking about “the campground,” “the KOA,” etc. and it’s publicly known at this point that it’s going to be Everett Ford. They are moving from the building that was formerly Landers Ford. They do not own the land at that current dealership at 19501 Interstate 30 […]
Get Real with Doug Robinson: the Best Renovations for the Best Return
The past couple weeks we have talked about buying a home. Let’s turn to the Seller side this week. Or maybe not a seller, just someone looking to improve the value of their current home. What are the projects that have a best return on investment? We have always heard Kitchens and Bathrooms but there […]
Benton Planning Commission to Meet Tuesday Night – Neighborhood Plats, Annexing and Development Plan
The Benton Planning Commission will meet Tuesday, July 9th at 6pm to discuss the following agenda items: Exit 114 Annexation, Richland Hills Plat, Shady Lane Estates Plat, Heritage Heights Plat, Longview Street Rezone, Silverkey Crossing Plat, Utilities, and the Development Plan. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex – […]