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By Phil Crone Executive Officer, Dallas Builders Association The rise in COVID-19 cases reminds us of two things: 1) the virus is still out there preying on human instinct and 2) that the health and economic challenges left in its wake are long from over. Some are calling it a “second wave” or a “resurgence.”…
By Michelle LynnePresident, ML Interiors Group Budgets are generally the scariest part of any renovation. And while creating a kitchen renovation budget isn’t rocket science, it does require detail, experience, and the ability to juggle. These three steps are key to ensuring a successful and on budget kitchen renovation project. Step One: Budget The first…
Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in for “Upon Closer Inspection.” As home inspectors, we come across a lot of things in homes that malfunction due to poor maintenance or just age. But sometimes we find repair…
From Staff Reports After accounting for seasonal factors, existing homes sold through Texas Multiple Listing Services fell to their lowest level since 2012 amid public health precautions and social distancing measures. “The month of May marked the housing market’s deepest decline thus far during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic,” said Dr. James Gaines, chief economist for…
By Terry Tremaine2020 MetroTex President These are unprecedented times. COVID-19 has disrupted lives with health concerns, financial struggles, and restrictions on activities. Amidst this uncertainty, real estate professionals, buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants, and investors are trying to figure out the best course forward. I recently listened to two industry experts give their views regarding the…