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Getting Real About Renos: Will Kitchen Upgrades Really Add Value to My Home?

By Leah Shafer / July 25, 2016 /
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This is the fourth installment of an occasional column called Getting Real About Renovations. We’re looking at renovation realities for all sorts of projects, from hardwood floors and open floorplans, to master suite additions and kitchen upgrades. We’ll give you the unadulterated truth about options, costs, effort, Realtor opinion, and estimated ROI for these projects. You…

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Kiestwood Split-Level Ranch Proves You Can Still Get a Great House for Just Over $200K

By Leah Shafer / July 19, 2016 /

Deep in the heart of Oak Cliff, the Kiestwood neighborhood is a hidden jewel, with rolling hills, arching shade trees, and tons of vintage charms. It’s also home to some seriously affordable real estate, like our Tuesday Two Hundred, located at 2412 Whitewood Dr. Our DFW market is certainly getting more expensive, but this house shows…

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