Diann Nichols

Diann Nichols started her career as a technical writer but discovered writing about houses was much more interesting and has been a real estate writer for several years. Originally from Kentucky, she moved to Dallas in 1986. She has a thing for travel, cats, live music, and driving around discovering new neighborhoods. She’s also a budding photographer who loves taking photos of bands at concerts and buildings. Late at night, she’s often found curled up with a good spy novel.

Exclusive Regent’s Park Townhouse Offers Luxury in Mansion Park Area

By Diann Nichols / February 19, 2021 /

Nothing says understated elegance quite like the Regent’s Park townhouse community in beautiful Turtle Creek. Now you can be a part of this seven-unit gated community across from the famous Mansion of Turtle Creek with this new listing from Laura Michelle of Dave Perry-Miller – Preston Center. Built by Grant Gamster with Ballast Construction with…

With Commercial Travel Restrictions, Private Jets Gain Popularity Amid Pandemic

By Diann Nichols / February 15, 2021 /

Commercial air travel took a major hit in 2020. Even with social distancing and limited seating, many travelers weren’t ready to board a plane loaded with people and potential illnesses. So private jet travel took off. Staying home isn’t always an option, especially for business travelers. Other travelers just wanted some semblance of normalcy by…

Luxury Coastal Living at Cinnamon Shore Gains Popularity in Pandemic

By Diann Nichols / February 8, 2021 /

As a result of pandemic-induced flexible work and school schedules, the luxury second home market is sizzling. Cinnamon Shore, located in Port Aransas on Mustang Island, is one of the hottest coastal communities around! This pedestrian-friendly planned development by the Sea Oats Group is comprised of two communities – the original 63-acre Cinnamon Shore North…

The Hottest New Property in Napa Valley Has Incredible Mountain Views

By Diann Nichols / February 6, 2021 /

There’s good news on the horizon if you missed your chance to own a piece of Napa Valley a few years back. Denver-based Nichols Partnership is in the process of developing 96 acres of the 712-acre historic Stanly Ranch in the heart of Napa wine country. The Auberge Resorts development, highlighted by a 60-foot Infinity…

Study: An Arrest Could Prevent Some Millennials From Owning a Home

By Diann Nichols / January 27, 2021 /

So, you got arrested a few years ago but weren’t incarcerated. You’ve put the incident behind you but now you want to buy a house. Will that arrest hamper your ability to become a homeowner even if you didn’t serve time? Yes and no. Yes, according to a study by Rice University assistant professor of…