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The Residences on Routh Set To Be ‘The Jewel of Turtle Creek’
At the corner of Routh and Hood streets, there’s an exciting new development underway by Crescent Estates Custom Homes called The Residences on Routh, and we can’t wait to tell you about it. “This is going to be a jewel of Turtle Creek,” said Ana Martin of Dave...
You’ve Heard of NIMBYs And YIMBYs, But What About QUIMBYs?. ‘Queers in My Backyard’ Forms to Support Affordable Housing
The National “Yes In My Backyard” advocacy group announced a new cadre of affordable housing supporters just in time for Pride Month: QUIMBYs. Queers in My Backyard is specifically dedicated to the intersection of the LGBTQ+ community and housing, organizers announced in a June 4 press release. “At...
This Waxahachie Dream Home on Victorian Drive Sets a New Bar For Luxury
Waxahachie is the best place to invest in real estate right now, and we’ve found the most exciting Waxahachie dream home to hit the market in years. So why is Waxahachie a hot investment? Two years ago, Jerry Jones’ investment and development company, Blue Star Land, saw the potential and made the first move. They purchased 120 acres and have begun construction on a massive industrial center with a 638,000-square-foot warehouse. Plans include a 70-acre business park with corporate, residential, retail, industrial, and commercial buildings. It will change the face and perception of Waxahachie forever.
This Winnetka Heights Home Has All the Ingredients for a Great Place to Live
Few and far between are the truly close-knit neighborhoods. Sure, they may call themselves that, but would you go the extra mile for your neighbor like the neighbors of this Winnetka Heights home?. “During lockdown, the neighbors rallied to help a fellow neighbor source all the ingredients needed for her...
What a Week! Grandmother of Juneteenth Opal Lee Celebrates New Home
What a wonderful week it’s been for Opal Lee, the Fort Worth icon known as the “grandmother of Juneteenth.”. For the Fort Worth activist, today’s Juneteenth celebration will begin with a 2.5-mile walk from the African American Museum of Dallas. The annual Opal’s Walk for Freedom, launched in 2016, helped establish Juneteenth — a term invented to combine both June and 19 — as a national holiday. Then in 2021, President Joe Biden signed a law making Juneteenth a federal holiday, marking the day that commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.
If You Think You’ve Seen Everything, These Home Inspections Will Surprise You
Any experienced home inspector will tell you that just when you think you’ve seen it all, something crazy will leap out of the crawl space and surprise you. But sometimes even a healthy sense of “expecting the unexpected” isn’t enough to prepare you for the surprises in store at an inspection.
Alabama Home Works Great For Jury Duty And as a Mausoleum
I am writing my column as I sit for jury duty. I got my notice. I deferred. The post office actually delivered the second notice. They have issues delivering checks to me but not my jury duty postcards. So here I am, on a Monday, at jury duty. It’s been...
Don’t TREAD on Me: The Advocacy Group That’s Protecting Texas Landowners’ Rights
A bipartisan landowner advocacy group is ramping up its work ahead of the 2025 Texas legislative session to ensure that Texas landowners know their rights and have a voice in things like access to water and broadband services — and are protected when the dreaded eminent domain rears its ugly head.
Arlington Heights Home Opens Door to Vintage Charm and Great Location
Finding a starter home in Fort Worth’s popular 76107 ZIP code can be worse than finding a needle in a haystack. Well, look what CandysDirt.com found for you. Check out this needle in the North Texas haystack — 5313 Pershing Ave. in the wonderful Arlington Heights neighborhood of Fort Worth.
Luxury is The Sur Le Lac Brand
“Since we were the first people to sign a contract, we were able to choose whatever finishes we wanted,” said Sur Le Lac resident Gail Grau. “However, the finishes that the designer had planned were perfect. There was really no need to upgrade anything as everything was already upgraded.”
‘The Lemon on Stemmons’: Employee Emails Allege Fraud, Safety Concerns, Oppressive Work Environment at Stemmons Freeway Building
An investigation into why 70 Dallas Development Services employees were forced to work in a building with three dozen fire code violations is underway, and city officials responsible for the building purchase and occupancy have said there were no “life and safety” matters to be concerned about. Employee emails obtained last week by CandysDirt.com tell a different story.
A Shorecrest Contemporary Showplace Surrounded by Nature
Kelton and Sarah Todd took one look at this Shorecrest property and instantly saw the possibilities. Not only do they have vision, they also have the talent and resources to make their vision a reality. Kelton is an entrepreneur who has been a real estate investor for years. He and...
High Tech, High Touch Is the Secret Sauce for Jim and Glenn Goodrich
Whoever said, “A father teaches his son to tie a tie; a son teaches his father to tweet,” could have been talking about Jim Goodrich and his son Glenn. Theirs is the perfect partnership – each brings unique skills, strengths, and resources to the table. Glenn’s decision...
Carol Bell Walton: ForwardDallas Planning Ignores Aging Infrastructure in Dallas
Anyone who lives in Dallas knows it too well: pot-holes deep as crypts, funky traffic lights, and dangerous waters whenever it pours. Dallas’ infrastructure is sorely neglected. And now? The city is pushing for more density, with tax-dollar bills making stars in their eyes. This is dangerous. The proposed...
Six Gorgeous Home Listings with Pools – Last One In Is a Rotten Egg
With the “official” first day of summer in less than a week, it’s the perfect time to up your home search game to include something with a gorgeous pool. Okay, so yes, maybe the house is the primary factor in making a decision, as it’s got air conditioning, refrigerators, blah blah blah. But when the heat is really on in July and August, a search of “home listings with pools” will definitely validate your wise thinking. And it makes the whole thought of moving in summer a little less daunting, too, don’t you think?
R Home is Reinventing And Renovating Real Estate in Historic Fort Worth
Renovating real estate is not just a job for Ramon Goheen and Robin Barrow; it’s a passion. With Goheen’s deep-rooted interest in architecture and Barrow’s extensive 25-year history in commercial real estate, their shared love for the industry led them to a new venture. After Goheen sold his business, they embarked on a journey of renovating distressed homes.
Galleon Bypasses MLS to Bring Buyers to Sellers, But Will That Render Realtors Irrelevant?
In the last decade, we’ve seen an unprecedented influx of consumer technology. These tools have not only allowed us to become more efficient in everyday tasks, but they’ve also made certain aspects of life much more accessible. Whether purchasing airline tickets or buying stocks, we now have so much power in the palm of our hands. In fact, in many industries, from ticketing to travel, even insurance and investing, the agent is on its way out.
Modern Elegance Meets High-Impact Views Inside This Ridglea Home
Just southwest of Fort Worth, the neighborhoods of Ridglea and Ridglea Hills are eclectic enclaves, offering access to West Fort Worth, the Cultural District as well as some serious shopping and incredible eats. Here, residents enjoy the serenity of their surroundings complete with Ridglea Country Club and Luther Lake. Views...
This Opulent Westover Estate Has a High-Style Pedigree
Thank you, Martha Williams, for alerting me to the 65 Westover Terrace listing going live last night!. Actually, I had been tipped off by a neighbor that this lovely Greek Revival estate in the heart of old Westover might soon be on the market as its owner, Sue Cutler — a supporter of the Kimbell Art Museum, Van Cliburn Foundation, and many other charities — died in January after living a long and rich life.
Dallas Council Changes Housing Policy to Address Equity, Efficiency For Real Estate Developers
Fifty percent of the Dallas Department of Housing and Neighborhood Revitalization’s annual funding will go toward “equity strategy target areas,” City Council members agreed Wednesday. Upgrades to the city’s development program have been strategized and briefed at the committee level since November, and Housing Director Cynthia Rogers-Ellickson’s...
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