How should office frequency affect the Dallas-versus-Plano decision?

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Office frequency is one of the most important factors. Five in-office days generally strengthen the case for living closer to West Plano or Frisco, where the employee can reduce daily driving. One or two office days give central Dallas much more room to compete because the longer commute happens less often. HomeBase therefore does not make the Dallas-versus-Plano decision from the office address alone. It combines the workplace with required office days, commute tolerance, budget, and the renter’s desired social environment. Hybrid work can turn a neighborhood that would be impractical five days a week into a very reasonable lifestyle choice.

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