Welcome to the DFWmark Blog!

Welcome to the DFWmark Blog! This is a collection of content by Mark M. Hancock, a REALTOR with Keller Williams North County in Celina, Texas. I'm based in Frisco, Texas to best service the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.

To browse the most useful content or when you have a specific question, please visit the blog index (also linked as "I've Got Your Six!" in most posts). It organizes information by categories.

To search for a new, preowned or lease home anywhere in the United States, please visit my website: DFWmark.com. My site is tied directly to the multiple listing service (MLS). You have no-cost access to the most accurate, safe and up-to-date information available.

For your real estate needs, please call, text or email.

I've Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Build certified
214-862-7212
markhancockrealty@gmail.com
DFWmark.com

Ready to sell your property? Please watch this short video!

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RED Day 2026

Video & photo by Mark M. Hancock / DFWmark.com

KWNC Agents deliver food and toiletries during RED Day (Renew, Energize, and Donate) from our office in Celina to food pantries in Prosper and Celina on Thursday, 14 May 2026. RED Day is an annual event celebrated at Keller Williams offices internationally to give back to the communities we love.

I’ve Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Home certified
214-862-7212 (call or text)
DFWmark@kw.com
DFWmark.com

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Open House in Eldorado Heights!

Open House in Eldorado Heights!
Sunday, 17 May 2026
From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
5004 Rain Forest Dr., McKinney
Listed by Wayne Myers
Listed at $465,000
MLS# 21255873

This 2,554 sq. ft. home in McKinney has 4 bedrooms, 2 and a half baths, an office, a dining room, a loft, a fireplace and a patio.

This home is nestled on a cul-de-sac in the McKinney ISD. It has a two-story entry and hardwood floors throughout the main level. The French Country eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, a large pantry, and stainless-steel appliances. A custom breakfast nook has built-in bench seating. The family room is complete with a fireplace. The formal dining room offers flexibility for large gatherings, a second downstairs living space or a social media studio. A private downstairs office has a stylish sliding barn door. Upstairs, the home has newer carpet and a large living area or game room.

The Primary Suite features a sliding barn door entry, dual vanities, a separate shower and tub, and an extended walk-in closet. All secondary bedrooms are well-sized, each featuring a walk-in closet and ceiling fan. The shaded backyard grows sweet peaches.

I’ve Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Build certified
KW North Country
214-862-7212
dfwmark@KW.com
DFWmark.com

#DFWmark #REALTOR #OpenHouse #McKinney #McKinneyISD #EldoradoHeights #CollinCounty

Open House in Sutton Fields!

Open House in Sutton Fields!
Saturday, 16 May 2026
From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
6221 Bracken Dr., Celina 75009
Listed by Naomi King
Listed at $390,000
MLS# 21215588

PRICE REDUCTION!
This 2,124 sq. ft. home in Sutton Fields North has 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, an office, fireplace, and covered patio in the Prosper ISD.

Built in 2021, the home features a flexible floor plan and a dedicated office with French doors. The open-concept living area includes the kitchen, dining room and family room with a beautiful fireplace. Common areas feature luxury vinyl plank or tile floors. The kitchen features an island with a sink and a breakfast bar. It has stainless-steel appliances, an electric cooktop and a great pantry. The primary bedroom has a sliding barn door to the ensuite bath, which features a huge walk-in shower, ample extra storage and a roomy walk-in closet.

Step outside to enjoy a private, comfortable patio, an ideal spot for relaxing at the end of the day. The community offers a variety of amenities, including a swimming pool, walking trails, playground, basketball and pickleball courts, and fishing ponds.

I’ve Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Build certified
KW North Country
214-862-7212
dfwmark@KW.com
DFWmark.com

#DFWmark #REALTOR #OpenHouse #Celina #ProsperISD #SuttonFields #DentonCounty

Free CE: Farm and Ranch Contract

Focus on the Farm and Ranch Contract
Taught by Bradley Tiegs
Sponsored by Old Republic Title and Texas Professional Inspections
18 May 2026 @ 10 a.m.
KW North Country
1212 S. Preston Rd, Training Room (2nd floor)
Celina TX 75009
972-382-8882 (for more information)

The TREC Farm & Ranch Contract has multiple key differences from other TREC contracts. Learn those differences to protect your clients and yourself from contract errors and omissions.

The 1-hour course welcomes and provides Free CE for any licensed agents and brokers from any brokerage. All others welcome for no CE credit. No strings attached. Scan the QR code to see the entire schedule or go to this link.

I've Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Build certified
214-862-7212 (call or text)
DFWmark@kw.com
DFWmark.com

#DFWmark #FreeCE #RealEstate #farm #ranch #contract

Sold in Grand Prairie!

Congratulations to my amazing repeat Seller clients in Grand Prairie!

They sold this perfectly located home in the heart of the Metroplex. They had multiple offers and closed early. Additional Buyers still seek a house! If you are ready to sell a nearby house (or anywhere else in North Texas), please contact me immediately! We can sell it quickly for the most money and with the fewest inconveniences.

I couldn’t be happier for y’all!

I've Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Build certified
214-862-7212 (call or text)
DFWmark@kw.com
DFWmark.com

#DFWmark #REALTOR #GrandPrairie #TarrantCounty #seller #home #house

Skillman Bend Condos video

Video, photo & music composition by Mark M. Hancock / DFWmark.com

Condo in Dallas!
Skillman St., Unit 304C
Dallas, Texas 75231
Listed at $190,000
MLS# 21181034

This ground-level condominium in a gated-community of Dallas has 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a wood-burning fireplace, clothes washer and dryer, refrigerator, and a covered and fenced patio with outside storage. It’s ideally located near shopping, transportation, employment, dining and entertainment inside the desirable Richardson ISD. Ceramic tile flooring in the common areas. The carpet in the bedrooms was recently installed. The kitchen features white appliances, a large stainless-steel sink, loads of storage space, a pantry and a window for fresh air. The community mailboxes are located at the front of the building, and the community pool is to the back with sidewalks connecting to both. The Lake Highlands Trail and Jackson Branch Creek are located behind the complex. The trail connects to White Rock Trail about a half mile from the complex. This is a perfect property for first-time buyers or for your investment portfolio since the refrigerator, washer and dryer will convey.

I’ve Got Your Six!

Mark M. Hancock, GRI, MRP, AHWD
REALTOR, New Home certified
214-862-7212 (call or text)
DFWmark@kw.com
DFWmark.com

#DFWmark #condominium #JustListed #Dallas #RichardsonISD #DallasCounty #LakeHighlands #ForSale