"Innovation Distinguishes Between ALeader and a Follower" ---Steve Jobs GROUP THINKERS OR OUT-OF-THE-BOX THINKERHave you ever noticed that when people follow crowds, they become group thinkers, and if you think outside the box and others don't agree, you could be perceived as being difficult or exiled from the group? Yet, some of the most out-of-the box thinkers have been the most successful innovators in history! Why is following the crowd so easy for some and not for others? Steve Jobs was an innovative thinker who was not able to adjust to formal education and went on to become co-founder of Apple Computers revolutionizing high technology.   HUMAN BEHAVIORCrowd behavior is very interesting. You have to be odd to be number one and that's what makes you unique. Being your authentic sel... 01/20/2022

"When life gives you Monday, dip it in glitter all day." ---Ella Woodward It's a crisp Monday morning in Flower Mound with clear blue sky behind the bright white clouds. Outdoor birds are singing. Today is a good day to sprinkle happiness wherever you go! Housing Market: During the past 30 days in Flower Mound there has been 37 active listings, 37 pending, and 61 sold. The minimum sold price was $317,345 (sold for over list price), median $547,000 (sold for over list price), and the maximum $11,900,000. Food and Entertainment: Accomplished Concert Pianist Ilya Shmukler (age 22) will perform in concert at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Flower Mound on Friday, January 28 at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free. He will feature selections from Bach, Mozart, Stravinsky, and more. In addition to rece... 01/24/2022

This Crestview stunner is located on coveted Madison Ave. with close proximity to Crestview Shopping Center. It has been tastefully updated and provides modern living with classic charm including open floor plan, hardwood floors, and host of updates (including fence-2017, exterior paint-2017, roof-2018, HVAC-2019 and energy efficient double pane windows). Complete with a spacious kitchen with sprawling counter space & bartop perfect for entertaining and casual meals. The kitchen is updated with stainless appliances & views to formal dining / main living area giving it a comfortable and open feel. Bright, spacious, and cozy guest bedrooms are perfect for a home office or flexible workout space. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet (added cedar lining) and access to the co... 01/22/2022

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. Thats the highest point its been in almost two years. If you're thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn't entirely unexpected. Experts have been calling for rates to rise in their 2022 projections, and the forecast is now becoming a reality. Here's a look at the projections from Freddie Mac for this year: Q1 2022: 3.4% Q2 2022: 3.5% Q3 2022: 3.6% Q4 2022: 3.7% As the numbers show, this jump in rates is in line with the expectations from Freddie Mac. And what they also indicate is that mortgage rates are projected to continue climbing throughout the year. But should you be worried about rising mortgage rates? What does that really me... 01/22/2022