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Los Angeles’ Domestead Looks Like George Jetson’s Bachelor Pad
Every once in a while a home comes along that is worthy of praise. The design and architecture are so different and done so well that the house just jumps out and the only appropriate response is “Wow!”. Two years ago, I wrote about such a home located in...
Plumbing Hackjobs You Shouldn’t Try at Home
You could probably find a lot of helpful columns with titles like “5 Helpful Plumbing Hacks You Can Try At Home.” And we do try to be helpful and informative at Upon Closer Inspection. But let’s be real, the content you come here for is the crazy, wackadoodle stuff people do at their homes that we find during home inspections. This week’s edition is devoted to plumbing hackjobs, you should never, ever try at home.
Republic Title Explores The Top Reasons People Are Moving in 2024
Moving is a big deal, right? But in this age, it’s not just about throwing stuff in boxes and hitting the road. There are all sorts of reasons people are moving in 2024. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the net migration for the 13-county Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area from July 2022 to July 2023 (the latest data available at this time) was 101,419 people, which equates to 278 more people in D-FW per day via migration, and that doesn’t even include those people who already live in the area and are looking to relocate.
Women Who Build: Sue Berk Takes on Dallas Home Construction
As a young girl in South Africa, Sue Berk learned the value of hard work and saving money. While working in advertising in New York City, she ate a bagel for lunch every day and skipped out on Starbucks runs with friends. She still shops at discount stores and doesn’t get her nails done to keep up with the Joneses.
Fort Worth’s 76104 ZIP Code is Getting Zippier Near Downtown, Hospital District
The 76104 ZIP Code hasn’t always been one of the hottest ZIP Codes in Tarrant County, but watch this space. “Honestly, I think that area has been rougher,in the past, but the lots are cheaper in 76105 and 76104,” said Realtor Diana Flores with Swingle + Co. Realty. “Now that whole area is being gentrified.”
Residents Demand Single-Family Neighborhood Protection at ForwardDallas Public Hearing
More than 60 residents returned to City Hall on Thursday night for a second public hearing on an updated draft version of the ForwardDallas comprehensive land use plan. The document is under review by the City Plan Commission and will be presented to the City Council in the fall, officials said last week.
What’s Love Got to do With it? For This Hal Thomson — Everything
A very special Hal Thomson home in Highland Park is for sale for the first time in 44 years. I believe this will be a true test of historic preservation, highlight why we love a home, and perhaps give us some insight into what luxury should really mean today. Henry...
Is it Cheaper to Rent? This Study Says You Need to Make at Least $97K to Buy a Home in Dallas
Everything is bigger in Dallas, including your mortgage payment. If you want to buy a home in Dallas, one recent study says that you need to earn at least $97,000 to afford a home in Big D. According to a recent study from GoBankingRates, the average home value in Dallas...
How Mentorship Paved the Way for Million Dollar Pool Designer Brad Holley
Winning the 2023 Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge was a pinnacle in Brad Holley’s career. But the self-taught Dallas designer is quick to share the accolade. “It was all because of the eight-and-a-half years I spent shadowing and mentoring under Randy Angell.”. A bit of background helps set the...
City Hall Roundup: Charter Review Commission Submits 35 Amendments That Could Mean Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems
Dallas voters could decide this November whether to double council member salaries to $125,000 per year, require that the Community Police Oversight director and Inspector General be appointed by the City Council, and delete the provision prohibiting the City Council from “interfering” with appointees and subordinates of the city manager.
Bart Thrasher Lists a Charming Winnetka Heights Craftsman
We don’t just buy a house. We buy a neighborhood. When you think about what makes a home desirable, it’s almost always the neighborhood. This Winnetka Heights Craftsman is the perfect example. This is a historic home that has been beautifully updated without stripping out character, which is...
Beware of Homestead Exemption Scams and Property Tax Site Lookalikes
Taking care of property taxes is a universally disliked task, but having to navigate misleading websites and dodge unscrupulous companies — well, that’s just not fair. Within the realm of legitimate property tax protest services, bad-acting entities lie in wait, poised to exploit unsuspecting homeowners. As the deadline...
This Spanish Colonial is The Jewel of Kessler Park
Since Dallas boasts one of the most eclectic collections of architecture in the country, it’s not often that we’re blown away by a new listing. Neighborhoods such as Lakewood, Preston Hollow, and Kessler Park are beset with some truly dynamic examples of excellent homes. With nearly every architectural style, school, and movement on display, our neighborhoods are a feast for fans of everything from quaint cottages to contemporary masterpieces.
This Medical District Listing Shows The Difference Between Staging And Interior Design
There’s a noticeable difference between a home that is staged and a home that has been designed. A home that is staged is intended to attract many people, therefore it’s neutral by necessity. However, a home that is designed is intended to create a mood. The difference is subtle but distinct.
Answer to Stress? Add a Little Water With This Weatherford Townhome
Wars, traffic, elections, school tests, bosses, lost luggage, plumbing problems, a misbehaving dog — life can be all kinds of stressful! A water view is one scientifically recommended way to calm down. Not to add any more stress, a home with a water view can often come with a hefty price tag.
Linda McMahon Named First CEO of Dallas Economic Development Corporation
The City of Dallas has an important story to tell, and Linda McMahon is already writing headlines. McMahon announced last week her departure from The Real Estate Council after 13 years. The Dallas Economic Development Corporation unanimously appointed her as the organization’s first CEO following an executive session at its regular meeting Tuesday.
The Dallas Arboretum’s DeGolyer Estate Wins a Preservation Achievement Award
The Dallas Arboretum is one of the city’s most beloved attractions. The centerpiece of the 44-acre gardens is the striking Spanish Colonial DeGoyler Estate, which overlooks White Rock Lake. It’s one of our city’s most important historic landmarks. The DeGolyer mansion was designed by architects Denman Scott...
Oak Cliff Gateway Tax Increment Financing Board Recommends Using TIF Funds For Home Repairs, Displacement Mitigation
District 1 residents asked for bond funds to go toward home repair and displacement mitigation programs — and that didn’t happen. The Oak Cliff Gateway Tax Increment Financing Board swooped in last week with a plan that sounds like a win-win: use TIF funds for those programs. The...
This Retreat at The Beat Has The Best Views in Dallas
The Cedars has become one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Dallas. This is thanks, in very large part, to developer and investor Jack Matthews, owner of Matthews Southwest and the man who built The Beat. Matthews has been the driving force in rebuilding the Cedars. He turned the old...
Fairmount Tour of Historic Homes Makes Convert Out of a Renter
This year’s director of the 42nd Fairmount Tour of Historic Homes has become evangelical about the annual Mother’s Day weekend event, to be held this year from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 11-12. “I’ve learned how important the historic nature of the neighborhood is,” said...
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