Welcome to The Falls Home Front—your go-to podcast for real estate, business, and life in Wichita Falls and North Texas. Hosted by Tim Lockhart, retired Air Force officer, REALTOR®, and trusted strategist, we bring you weekly conversations with local leaders, entrepreneurs, and cultural voices shaping our region. From market insights and investment tips to community events and success stories, discover why North Texas is one of the best places to live, work, and thrive.
Are you a local leader, business owner, entrepreneur, or changemaker in Wichita Falls or North Texas?
The Falls Home Front podcast was built to spotlight the voices shaping our region—through real estate, business innovation, community service, or simply living life with purpose. If you’ve got a story, strategy, or insight to share, we want to hear from you.
Local business owners making a difference
Real estate pros with a unique perspective
Community organizers and nonprofit leaders
Veterans and military families with powerful stories
Entrepreneurs building in or for Wichita Falls and North Texas Communities
Fill out our quick Guest Interest Form and tell us a bit about yourself, your story, and why you’d be a great fit for the show.
📍 We record episodes remotely, similar to a Zoom meeting.
Stephen Barton of Core Community Mortgage shares why the fear of failure can hold people back and why taking action is often more valuable than waiting for the perfect opportunity.
Smart home remodeling starts with choosing improvements that match your needs and budget. Cameron Turnquist of Arrowhead Builders shares how thoughtful kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, and home additions can improve everyday living while adding long-term value. With careful planning and quality craftsmanship, Wichita Falls homeowners can make remodeling decisions that pay off for years to come.
Smart home remodeling starts with choosing improvements that match your needs and budget. Cameron Turnquist of Arrowhead Builders shares how thoughtful kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, and home additions can improve everyday living while adding long-term value. With careful planning and quality craftsmanship, Wichita Falls homeowners can make remodeling decisions that pay off for years to come.
Supporting Keywords: Natural hazard property assessment, Homebuyer due diligence, FEMA flood zone limitations, Property resilience improvements, Environmental risk assessment for real estate
High-performance custom homes, energy-efficient home construction, luxury custom home builder, durable home design, generational homebuilding, quality craftsmanship, custom home construction, sustainable building practices, healthy home environments, long-lasting home materials, residential construction excellence, Matt Mitchell, James Andrews Custom Homes
Property maintenance, preventative maintenance, North Texas property owners, commercial property maintenance, facility management, cost-saving maintenance strategies, deferred maintenance prevention, building maintenance, property management solutions, long-term asset protection, maintenance planning, Jeremy Houchens, Priority Maintenance
Wichita Falls bicycling club, community cycling initiatives, local volunteer leadership, building stronger communities through cycling, grassroots nonprofit impact, cycling advocacy, community engagement, outdoor recreation, volunteer-driven organizations, local club leadership
North Texas homeowners insurance, independent insurance broker benefits, hidden water damage coverage, 2% wind and hail deductible, reconstruction cost vs market value
In this episode, I talk with James Hanger of OG Cellars about his path from making wine as a hobby to earning recognition as an award-winning winemaker. We dive into the art and science of winemaking, the dedication required to master the craft, and how persistence and passion helped shape his success.
In this episode, I talk with Brendan Lewis of Asset Preservation Inc. about the importance of protecting real estate wealth through smart planning and investment strategies. We cover asset preservation, tax-advantaged solutions, and key considerations for investors looking to maximize and protect the value of their real estate holdings over time.
In this episode, I sit down with David Baker to explore how public art can transform communities, enhance property values, and create a stronger sense of place. We discuss the impact of creative placemaking, the role of art in economic development, and how developers, business leaders, and local communities can use public art to drive growth and long-term value.
Stop paying your landlord’s mortgage. Andrew Postell of CrossCountry Mortgage joins me to break down VA loans, DSCR financing, and the habits that build Texas real estate wealth.
