Charles Grand

From Cubicles to Condos: Dallas Ranks High in Office Conversions

By Charles Grand / February 13, 2025 /

Conversion of office space into apartments has ramped up over the last few years, with Dallas placing fifth among metro areas across the United States for most units in the works this year. According to a study published by RentCafe on Monday, D-FW has 2,752 units in the pipeline as a result of adaptive reuse,…

Investor Plans to Sell Former Dallas Morning News Headquarters to Data Center Firm

By Charles Grand / February 10, 2025 /

Poor communication on the part of the City of Dallas allegedly cost downtown a new entertainment district. Now, a data center could be built in its stead. Local CRE investor Ray Washburne recently told The Dallas Morning News that he plans to sell the news outlet’s old headquarters on Young Street to an unidentified data…

Starting Quarterbacks’ Texas Mansions Face Off

By Charles Grand / February 9, 2025 /

At the end of every Super Bowl, there’s always one question asked that’s almost as iconic as the game itself: “Where to next?” For the two starting quarterbacks facing off this year, the answer just might be “My mansion back in Texas.” The Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs…

Builders Spared Additional Tariffs on Lumber for Now

By Charles Grand / February 6, 2025 /

An impending wave of import tariffs poised to drive up the cost of construction was narrowly averted on Monday after President Donald Trump put a pause on their implementation. Trump touted tariffs on the campaign trail as a tool to raise revenue and remediate the nation’s trade deficits. Rhetoric became official U.S. policy this past…

New Luxury Garage Promises Premier Facility, Amenities

By Charles Grand / February 2, 2025 /

Owning a high-end sports car is a flashy sign of success, but these days, the luxury garage it’s parked in might be the real flex. Demand for upscale vehicle storage has spurred somewhat of a niche market for “car condos.” More than just a parking space, a car condo is an indoor unit in a…