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Agents enjoy the annual KWNC Thanksgiving Luncheon at KW North Country office in Celina on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. © Photos / video by Mark M. Hancock

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All About Weather

To understand weather, we must learn how air pressure, temperature, and moisture interact within the atmosphere to affect conditions like wind, clouds, and precipitation. Here’s a concise breakdown:

• Weather vs. Climate
Weather is short-term atmospheric conditions. Climate refers to long-term weather patterns in a region. Let’s focus on the weather wherever you are.

• The Atmosphere
The Earth’s atmosphere, where weather occurs, is mostly nitrogen (78%) and oxygen (21%). Weather is primarily in the troposphere, which extends from the Earth’s surface upward about 5 to 10 miles. Air pressure is the weight of the air above us and varies with altitude to influence weather patterns. Wind moves from high to low pressure.

• Temperature
Temperature is influenced by solar radiation (energy) and by the Earth’s surface ability to absorb or reflect it. The sun heats the Earth’s surface unevenly, which leads to temperature differences. Daily cycles of heating and cooling create changing weather conditions. Heat moves toward cold. The temperature differences drive wind and ocean currents. Temperatures rise during the day and fall at night due to the Earth’s rotation in relation to the sun.

• Air Pressure and Wind
Air pressure differences create winds. High-pressure systems bring fair weather as air sinks while low-pressure systems allow moisture to condense in rising air. Higher differences between highs and lows cause stronger winds.

photo © Mark M. Hancock & The Dallas Morning News

• Humidity and Precipitation
Humidity (water vapor in the air) affects cloud formation and precipitation. When vapor condenses, it falls as rain, snow, or hail depending on temperature.

• Clouds
Clouds form when moist air rises and cools. Cloud types signal different weather conditions such as cumulus - fair weather, stratus - overcast, or cumulonimbus - storms.

• Weather Fronts
A front is a boundary between air masses. Cold fronts bring storms, warm fronts cause gradual cloud formation, and stationary fronts lead to prolonged precipitation.

• Storms and Extreme Weather
Extreme weather like thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes, and blizzards result from rapid or violent atmospheric instability or energy release.

• The Water Cycle
Water constantly cycles as it moves from the oceans to the atmosphere and onto land through evaporation, condensation, precipitation and runoff.

• Geography’s Role
Geography affects weather: mountains create rain shadows (dry areas on the leeward side), oceans moderate temperatures, and elevation influences weather patterns.

• Tools and Instruments
Meteorologists use instruments to gather measurements like thermometers - temperature, barometers - air pressure, hygrometers - humidity, anemometers - wind speed, and radar - precipitation. Satellites track storms.

• Forecasting
Weather predictions are made with data from past patterns, atmospheric conditions, and forecasting models.

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Pending in McKinney!

Congratulations to the Landlord and Tenants who came to a quick agreement for this newly-constructed McKinney single-family house in the McKinney ISD.

If you're an investor who wants to acquire a property or have a property to lease, I’m at your service!

As a professional photographer, FAA-licensed drone pilot and marketing specialist, I can place your lease property in its best light to get tenants. If the property is photo ready, I can put the home on the market with professional drone and interior photos within 24 hours.

As a full-time REALTOR, I can research and show any investment properties, write your offer quickly, negotiate terms, provide vendors and more to get the property in your portfolio and tenants in the property to create passive income for you.

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Mega Open House in Aubrey!

Please visit Tiffany Scott during the Mega Open House this Sunday, Nov. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2809 Lakeside Dr. in Aubrey. Many agents in the community have arranged simultaneous open houses. She’ll have treats and great information.

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Happy Veterans Day 2024

Happy Veterans Day!

Thank you to all who have served! Pro Patria! ⚔️

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Market Statistics - November 2024

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Most reported areas remain Sellers’ Markets with less than six months of housing inventory. Gunter and Anna are Buyers’ Markets while inventory is being depleted. Little Elm has the highest year-over-year (YOY) inventory increase at 81.5% and Gunter has the lowest at 20.4%. Collin and Denton counties had YOY inventory decreases while Dallas County was flat. All three counties have a median change of around 40% higher than last year.

McKinney has the most Active homes at 956 while Gunter has the fewest at 41. Prosper had the highest Median List price and Median Sold Price. Frisco has the highest Median Price Per Square Foot (PSF) at $242 PSF. Anna has the most affordable Median PSF listings in the reporting area at $180 PSF.

Dallas County’s days on market increased to 29 while Collin and Denton counties remained near 35. Dallas County has the lowest median price per square foot this month at $206 while Collin and Denton counties are at $209 and $212 PSF. Dallas County has the most Active properties with 7,189. All three reported counties have a median closed percentage of the original listed price near 96%.

Plano got the highest median percentage of original price at 97% while Van Alstyne surprised for a second month at 88.9%. Plano also has the lowest reported median days on market at 28 days.

Mortgage rates have crept upward each week during October with better-than-expected employment reports. Many buyers have waited for the national election results earlier this week to indicate the country’s possible future economic direction. The Fed lowered the funds rate by 0.25% on Thursday. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell suggested that smaller rate cuts would be possible later if the data supported it.

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Price Improve at 7004 English Elm

Price Improved! 7004 English Elm Trl.
McKinney TX 75071
Listed at $2,350 p/mo
MLS# 20740573

You will be the first resident in this stunning newly constructed home by Lennar. This 1,966 sq. ft. Allegro floorplan home has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a breakfast room, flex room - formal dining, laundry, and a covered porch.

The open-concept kitchen is the heart of the home with a kitchen island, stone countertops, a walk-in pantry, and all-new stainless-steel appliances including a refrigerator and gas range. The light-and-bright main living area also includes a breakfast room and family room. The primary suite has a private bathroom with dual sinks, an enclosed shower, a linen closet, and a walk-in closet. An additional bathroom and three bedrooms complete the accommodation. A spacious utility room features a new washer and dryer. A covered patio is ideal for relaxation. The backyard has lush grass and a wood & brick privacy fence for outdoor play and entertainment. The smart home has Fission internet included. It is zoned in the 5A McKinney North High School area of the MISD.

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Open House on Lakeside

Open House!
Sunday, 3 November 2024
From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
2809 Lakeside Dr., Aubrey
Listed at $500,000
MLS# 20674193

Move-in ready, east-facing 3,145 sq. ft. home in the Arrow Brooke community of Aubrey backs to a greenbelt has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, game room, media room, covered porch, and a 3-car garage.

Rare home is near the community pool and stocked fishing ponds. Home has Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring throughout the ground floor common areas and bedrooms. Bathrooms feature designer ceramic tile floors. Front downstairs bedroom is beside a guest bath. Open-concept plan includes living room, breakfast area and kitchen. The chef’s dream kitchen has a gas cooktop and oven, granite island with sink, reverse osmosis filtration system, breakfast bar, and stainless steel appliances. Primary ensuite bedroom has trayed ceiling, dual vanities, garden tub and separate shower. Primary closet has ample storage. Laundry and covered patio complete the ground floor. Upstairs features two bedrooms with walk-in closets, a full bath, a massive game room and extra-sized media room, which is wired for surround sound.

I’ve Got Your Six!

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REALTOR, New Build certified
KW North Country
214-862-7212
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