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Two Cities That Straddle U.S. 75 Rate as Best Places to Live in America

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 20, 2022 /

Plano and Richardson, two cities that straddle U.S. 75, got high marks in Niche’s 2022 Best Places to Live in America rankings.

Dallas-Fort Worth Area Scores Well With Zoomers Who Rent

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 19, 2022 /

Traditionally, the younger generation hasn’t always been a fan of suburbs — which is understandable. What Gen Zer wants to live in the sedate ‘burbs away from the lively vibe of the big city? C’mon, what Zoomer wants a visit from Progressive Insurance’s Dr. Rick, the man who’ll save them from becoming their parents? Well,…

Gen Z Is Less Convinced About the Importance of Homeownership, Study Finds

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 18, 2022 /

So, here comes a study that reveals the natural order of things: In terms of homeownership, younger people can’t afford what the more established older generation has done. Compounding it all are historically low inventory and skyrocketing prices. Younger generations seem to be facing two strikes before they can get the bats off their shoulders…

May The Luck of The Irish Be With Your Home Purchase

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 16, 2022 /

By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor In this fast-moving market, it takes a little luck to find a home in the area you want, in your price range, with the right timing if you’re selling your current home, and on and on. With so many factors at play, you may be tempted to skip the home inspection once you…

You Might Get a J.R. Ewing Vibe in These Collin County Apartments

By CandysDirt.com Contributor / March 14, 2022 /

It’s apartment living — not that there’s anything wrong with it — but it’s one in which you might get a distinct J.R. Ewing vibe out of it. Brinkmann Ranch in Frisco was one of the first stars of Dallas, the CBS television drama that ran from 1979 to 1991. Lorimar Productions used Brinkmann Ranch,…