Joanna England
Joanna England is the Executive Editor at CandysDirt.com and covers the North Texas housing market.
When I was the associate editor at the now-defunct Oak Cliff People newspaper, I spent a significant amount of my week in Oak Cliff attending neighborhood meetings, covering events, and doing feature photography. It was a great way to get to know all of the little nooks and crannies of Oak Cliff and I enjoyed…
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People who live in Conservation Districts or Historic Districts know the struggle of making sure your updates or upgrades are “conforming.” When you buy a historic home in a neighborhood that has those kinds of rules, oftentimes it feels as if you need permission to touch up the paint. Stevens Park Estates is no exception.…
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There’s no better example of the power of preservation than historic downtown McKinney. It stands as a remarkable testament to the power of community-driven historic preservation efforts. Nestled in the heart of Collin County, this area exudes a distinctive charm that sets it apart. “McKinney’s charm is the neighborhood feel,” says McKinney expert and RE/MAX…
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Sharif & Munir is known as one of the best brands in luxury custom homes and for good reason. The company, a longtime favorite builder of ours, creates homes that feature only the finest materials with rooms that are elegant, gracious, and timeless. If you’re hoping to have Sharif & Munir build you a bespoke…
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A new report from the Texas Tribune shows that several Texas water systems are contaminated with PFAS levels above newly released limits for the “forever chemicals.” The report named several North Texas water facilities with levels of PFAS that exceed limits deemed “safe” for consumption, including those serving affluent suburbs. Sandwiched between Ridgeview Ranch Golf…
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