Daniel Lalley

Daniel Lalley is a freelance writer for CandysDirt.com.

Stronger Storms And Higher Insurance Rates Are The Fallout From Climate Change

By Daniel Lalley / February 24, 2022 /

We’re all familiar with the effects of climate change. Rising sea levels, shrinking glaciers, and increased temperatures are a few of the first things that come to mind. While many of these impacts seem impossibly far off, new information sheds light on just how climate catastrophes could catch up to us where we feel it…

Everything You Need to Know About the Texas Homeowners Assistance Fund

By Daniel Lalley / February 18, 2022 /

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs announced its Texas Homeowners Assistance Fund will open for applications on February 21. TXHAF gives financial aid to qualified Texas homeowners who’ve fallen behind on their mortgages. Here we’ll outline how it’s funded, what it pays for, who’s eligible, and how to apply.    What is the…

Is The iBuyer Uptick Elevating The Agency Experience?

By Daniel Lalley / February 17, 2022 /

iBuyer, or instant buyer, models have long been part of the real estate equation. These almost instantaneous transactions allow sellers to get a valuation of their properties online via AI algorithms with the option to sell on the spot. This adds a whole new level of ease, confidence, and relief for sellers, which has prompted…

Dallas Builders Claim Three Awards During NAHB Career And Technical Education Month

By Daniel Lalley / February 14, 2022 /

To celebrate Career and Technical Education Month, we’re excited to share an announcement from the National Association of Home Builders. Each year, the NAHB honors housing professionals who excel in teaching NAHB education courses. These courses are designed to keep builders on top of current trends while continually improving their skillsets. This year, three Dallas…

Sleet And Snow Didn’t Stop These North Texas Realtors

By Daniel Lalley / February 8, 2022 /

As North Texas struggled with winter weather, the resilience of our real estate professionals was on full display. While this was far from the snowpocalypse of last year, it only took a few hours of wintery mix to send our region into lockdown. And as roads remained impassable, our North Texas Realtors shared how they…