In this week's Tom Talks episode, explore the concept of a fully automated McDonald's in White Settlement, Texas. Listen as we discuss this new test concept that requires zero human interaction. 

We also discuss how the United States exports its inflation and we tell a wild story about a cat getting sent through the X-ray scanner at TSA. The TSA labeled the traveler's mistake of sending their pet cat through an airport X-ray machine a "cat-astrophic mistake." Tune in to see why and how this happened!

Later, we turn our attention to Arlington, Texas, and its successful city planning. We also chat about how they've done such a great job getting investments into their city. 

To wrap up this week's episode, we talk about a woman in Houston who tries to sell a rental vehicle that she had stolen! Follow along to see how the story plays out!

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01:16 Old McDonald went fully automatic
06:50 How the US exports inflation
17:05 No, X-rays won't make your cat a superhero
20:15 Why Arlington is crushing it
27:21 I rent it like I stole it

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This week's episode of the podcast carries on the story of the mass resignation of Godley's city hall members. Listen in as we discuss the events leading up to the resignations and explore the reasons for the city leaders quitting.

Have you heard about the battle going on at Fairfield lake? This lake between Dallas and Houston is currently owned by a power company. This company has been leasing the land around the lake back to the state for a state park, but this may not be the case for much longer. Tune in as we take a look at the fight to prevent the power company from selling the land surrounding Fairfield lake to a developer.

We also dive into an organization called Builders of Hope - a nonprofit organization working to preserve at-risk neighborhoods! We talk about how they plan on preserving the cost of living for people in these neighborhoods, as well as, improving the area that they live in!

Last week we went to the Fort Worth Builders Association meeting on the economic forecast for 2023. We share some interesting things we learned including the shocking average sales price of a new home in the DFW area.

Have you heard about the new app called Dallas Secure? The app was recently released to help protect users from cyber-attacks. It runs in the background of your phone and will alert you to any suspicious activity. Follow along with us if you are interested in learning more about this free app and how it can keep you safe in the digital world!

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01:28 Oh my Godley
06:44 An epic battle for lakefront property
16:00 Dallas is still looking for the G spot
20:29 Your 2023 economic forecast
29:05 Entering the internet warzone

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Join us this week as we discuss an interesting story that took place recently in Grand Prairie. A man and his multiple wives got into some trouble after attempting to add a fourth wife to their polygamist relationship.

We also talk about our new investment mastermind. Currently, our group is geared toward agents who share our passion for investing in real estate. If you or anyone you know is interested in learning more about real estate investments, please give us a call! Whether you are a real estate agent or not, this mastermind group may be a great fit for you too!

We'll also be discussing the recent train derailments that have been occurring across the US, including the large derailment in Ohio last week. Hear about how Fort Worth police helped out!

Do you own or have you thought about owning an Airbnb in the Fort Worth area? Fort Worth is currently trying to cancel short-term rentals. Follow along with us as we talk about the new rules and policies that have been put in place.

We wrap up this week's podcast by discussing two North Texans who made the news! One man from Lewisville and another from Arlington beat out thousands of competitors to become finalists in a garbage truck rodeo competition. The winners of this road-eo challenge not only win thousands of dollars, but also get paid time off! 

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03:55 One wife, two wife, red wife, blue wife
08:40 Our new investment mastermind
18:52 Palestine is apparently in Ohio
21:44 Fort Worth canceling short-term rentals
31:31 This rodeo is garbage

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In this week's episode, we're talking about the unique promotion happening at an animal shelter this Valentine's Day season! For those of you extremely against the holiday, you may be interested to hear about the service being offered for just a $10 donation. 

For those of you looking to donate to a different cause, Serenity Veterans Village might be the perfect fit. Serenity Veterans Village is a supportive housing community for veterans in Palmer, Texas. Find out more about this inspiring organization and how you can help them today!

Join us as we explore the exciting ways that artificial intelligence is transforming the real estate industry, starting with OpenAI. This powerful program can generate content, answer questions, rewrite text, suggest code, and much more. Discover how this innovative technology could revolutionize the landscape of real estate today!
 
Ever heard of The Liquid Frog? Liquid Frog IV Hydration in Fort Worth, Texas is an IV hydration and therapy injection clinic that provides convenient and safe treatments to help restore and replenish your body’s natural balance. They offer a variety of treatments, one of the most interesting being their hangover cures. 

Do you know the safest neighborhoods in Dallas? Tune in as we discuss our top picks for the safest places to live in Dallas, Texas. We also take a deep dive into the crime rates going on in that area!

Finally, we wrap up this week's podcast with an intriguing story about a man standing his ground atop a crane in Dallas! Make sure to like and subscribe for more compelling stories like this happening in the DFW area.

Time Codes:
01:11 Let Your Ex Know They’re Crap
04:44 How AI Is Going to Change Real Estate
14:05 Hair of the Dog, What about Liquid of the Frog?
17:23 The Safest Neighborhoods in Dallas
22:40 Is It a Bird, Is It a Plane, or Is It Just Drugs?

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In this week's episode, we discuss how the Dallas County appraisal district was held hostage. All of their computer operations were frozen last week due to a cyber attack! We'll dive into who was responsible and how this happened.

Plus, we've got the scoop on Elon Musk's school, Astra Nova? The academy offers a unique approach to education that utilizes technology to personalize learning for each student. Only a select few are enrolled and the school comes with a hefty price tag. Astra Nova may not be a realistic and attainable option for your kids, but what if there was a similar option? There is an online program called Synthesis, which was co-founded by Josh Dahn, who previously created the school Ad Astra (now known as Astra Nova). Tune in to hear more about what Synthesis has to offer!

The Dallas Zoo debacle continues! The exciting news about the Dallas Zoo gate-cutting scandal is finally here. Find out who was behind the crime and how they were apprehended as we discuss the details of this amazing story!

Are you curious about the cost of living in Texas? With so many people moving to the Lone Star State from places like California, you may be wondering how much you need to make to live comfortably in Texas. We have the answers you’re looking for so read on to find out what it takes to live in Texas!

To wrap up this week's episode, we have some unfortunate news for those of you who love Tik Tok. The social media app may be coming to an end. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas recently issued a ban on the social media platform TikTok on any state-issued device. Abbott cited concerns about the potential for the app to be used for espionage or data harvesting by the Chinese government. 

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Time Codes:
00:50 Dallas was held hostage
06:10 How to get that Elon Musk schooling
11:08 The bar cutter is now behind bars
15:19 The cost of living in Texas
19:40 You've Tik'd your last Tok

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Time Codes:
01:37 Dallas needs to shake that monkey off its back
06:37 Reverse aging, is it now possible?
13:00 Your next house may come out of a nozzle
22:44 The safest neighborhoods in Fort Worth
31:21 DFW really pulled together this week

In this episode, we take a closer look at the crazy situation occurring at the Dallas zoo. Startlingly, two mischievous monkeys have somehow managed to escape from their enclosure, later being discovered in an abandoned building approximately twenty minutes away. Despite increasing their security and expanding their staff, the zoo's still encountering foul play this week!

We also discuss the prospect of reverse aging now may be a reality. Thanks to the incredible advancements made by researchers, it is now possible to reprogram and restore cells in the human body. This breakthrough technology has the potential to drastically change our understanding of the human lifespan, and may even allow us to extend it in the near future. In the next 5 to 10 years, it is conceivable that our longevity could be dramatically improved through the use of these revolutionary scientific discoveries. If you are interested in learning more about this study, check out this article from Harvard Medical School - https://hms.harvard.edu/news/loss-epi...

Is a 3D printer going to change the way we do new home construction? The idea of building a home from the ground up using 3D printing has been proven and may be the next innovation in home building!

Join our discussion about which neighborhoods are the safest in Fort Worth, Texas. We go through our list of the safest cities and suburbs along with some interesting facts about crime rates in the area. 

The Dallas Jeep Club really stepped up this week as they joined together to help out truck drivers stuck in the icy weather. 
We wrap up this week's episode with the Dallas Jeep Club. They showed true camaraderie this week, uniting to assist truck drivers who had become stranded in the icy conditions.

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Welcome to Tom Talks! This is a show where we talk about everything Dallas and Fort Worth, including news, upcoming events, and the real estate market here. Jack and I are Realtors located in Fort Worth, so we like to think we know what's going on in the area.

Time Codes:
01:19 - Government collapse is right around the corner
04:35 - Luncheon with Betsy Price
12:43 - Mortal combat Texas edition
16:21 - 2023 market update
21:00 - How do you mess up a parking lot?

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In this episode, we discuss the animals escaping from the Dallas zoo. We also talk about a new statue without a head that has us scratching our heads. If you are living in Texas, there is good news! Texas may be putting its taxes to good use! We explain why it may be time to hide your crypto. Lastly, we talk about Mesquite's die-hard Tom Cruise fans.

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Time Codes:
00:53 - Dallas is experiencing real life ape escape
04:25 - New statue without a head 
07:50 - Texas is putting its taxes to good use
11:05 - Hide your crypto
17:05 - Mesquite's die-hard Tom Cruise fans

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In this episode, we discuss a new app called Rhithm coming to the DFW area and why it might be a bad thing. We also talk about two companies we think should exist and why your non-compete is noncompliant. If you are looking to move into a new home, we'll give you tips on upgrades you should avoid! Then we wrap it up with a company that has the pathway to new ownership.

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Time Codes:
02:13 - Rhithm App
10:38 - Two companies that should exist
16:35 - Why your non-compete is noncompliant
22:30 - Costly home upgrades to avoid
33:00 - A company with a pathway to new ownership

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Thinking about moving to Texas and wondering how much income you need to have to buy a house? In this episode of Tom Talks - Fort Worth we discuss a few simple ways to calculate how much you'll need. We'll also give you some tools to calculate how much you can borrow based on your income. It's all ballpark numbers to give you a starting point. If you want to know exactly what you will qualify for based on your income, please do reach out so we can help you buy that perfect Texas house!

In addition to how much income to buy a house... in this episode we discuss the new PGA headquarters coming to Frisco, TX. We talk about a few interesting bills proposed in the house that could impact your Fort Worth property taxes. Ever wonder how school ratings work? Us too! We’ve got answers. Then we’ll wrap it up with an head scratcher on legal poker rooms in Dallas.

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Time Codes:
00:00 Introduction
01:39 New PGA Headquarters coming to Frisco Texas
08:05 Property Tax Related Bills in the Texas Congress
17:23 How schools get their rating in Texas
31:39 How much income do you need to buy a house in Texas
37:26 Poker Rooms Legal or Illegal in Dallas Texas

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