Year: 2024

Podcast: How the “Steel Toe Stiletto” Is Turning Shanties Into Showhomes

By Shelby Skrhak / January 16, 2024 /

Join Dallas Dirt host Candy Evans in a captivating interview with Tam Pham, the visionary founder of “Steel Toe Stiletto.” In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of historic home preservation, exploring the challenges and triumphs that come with restoring Dallas’ architectural gems. Tam Pham, a seasoned general contractor, shares insights into the…

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate Is Helping Stars Find Homes

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / January 16, 2024 /

Having the money to buy a house anywhere in the world doesn’t mean folks in the sports and entertainment world don’t also need help finding that perfect home. That’s why the @properties Christie’s Sports and Entertainment Division was created.

Dallas Finally Moves Forward With Plans to Redevelop Hotel Miramar For Homeless Housing 

By April Towery / January 16, 2024 /

As Dallas homeowners deal with the first hard freeze of 2024, there’s another population that isn’t worried about frozen pipes or loss of power. The more than 4,200 homeless people that live in Dallas and Collin counties are worried about literally freezing to death.  However, a notice of funding availability (NOFA) was issued last week,…

Tips From Republic Title for Understanding and Preventing Wire Fraud

By Shelby Skrhak / January 16, 2024 /

Real estate transactions are significant financial undertakings, making them attractive targets for fraudsters. That’s why the Title Underwriting and Legal team at Republic Title is looking to protect its customers with these tips and consumer information. Among the various types of fraud, wire fraud has become increasingly common in real estate transactions in recent years. While…

Get Going to Gainesville For Fried Pies And This Fabulous (And Affordable!) 1970s Contemporary

By Nikki Barringer / January 16, 2024 /

Well, this is nice and random. Who’s up for a trip to Gainesville? No one? On account of the not currently icy roads, but you never know what the future holds? Or is it because you’re like “Gainesville? Why?” So many reasons. Not the least of which is the fried pies, made fresh daily at…