Daniel Lalley

Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.

Can You Build a Natural Disaster-Proof Home? Technology Offers Better Protection During Storm Season

By Daniel Lalley / March 6, 2023 /

As spring approaches, storm season is not far behind. According to the National Weather Service, the months of March, April, and May are the most notorious in terms of thunderstorms, tornados, and hail. In Texas, this is not something to take lightly. In fact, just last year, the Lone Star State experienced 14 named hurricanes…

Study Shows Southlake Is Texas’ Wealthiest City And Here Are 3 Homes That Prove It

By Daniel Lalley / March 5, 2023 /

A recent study by a housing data analyst site called HomeSnacks reveals that the wealthiest city in Texas is right here in DFW. Sitting at number one atop a list that includes cities like Highland Village, Keller, and Heath, Southlake apparently reigns supreme. With a population of 31,684 and an astonishing median household income of…

Explore This Oglesby-Inspired Oaklawn Retreat

By Daniel Lalley / March 3, 2023 /

If you’re looking to post up in one of the most popping Dallas neighborhoods, the Oaklawn area might be your best bet. Just north of Uptown, with nearby highway access to everywhere, Oaklawn attracts some of the city’s most incredible retail, dining, and amenities. For this week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood…

Suburb Sunday: It Doesn’t Get More Up-and-Coming Than The Colony

By Daniel Lalley / February 26, 2023 /

On the northwest tip of DFW, The Colony sits as an ode to expansion. What was once little more than wide open plains and lakeshore vistas is now home to some of our region’s top attractions. With the launch of Grandscape and a whole district of distinct retail, dining, entertainment venues, and even a Truck…

This Ridgewood Park Near Lakewood Has a Backyard Full of Fun

By Daniel Lalley / February 24, 2023 /

This week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood National Bank takes us to the East Dallas neighborhood of Ridgewood Park near Lakewood. Residents in this quaint community enjoy a variety of activities like jogging around White Rock Lake or bowling at the historic Lakewood Theater. There’s also no shortage of local shops, restaurants,…