Elaine Raffel

Elaine Raffel left the corporate world to become a freelance creative focused on real estate and design in Dallas.

Modern Magic: Avant Group Homes Are Disappearing Quickly

By Elaine Raffel / October 2, 2020 /

Homebuyers, take note. If there’s an Avant Group home for sale, jump on it. Odds are, these modern masterpieces won’t be available next time you look.

Play On Your Own Turf With a Backyard Putting Green

By Elaine Raffel / September 20, 2020 /

In today’s hot real estate market, backyard amenities are definitely on the upswing. Just ask TGC Texas owner Allison Zabbia. For the Frisco-based company, which specializes in installing backyard golf greens, inquiries are up 30 percent year-over-year.

Real Estate is a Family Affair for The Luter Bryant Group

By Elaine Raffel / September 8, 2020 /

This year, however, marks a change in the way the Allie Beth Realtor Karen Luter is running her business. Her grandson Carson Bryant has joined her team.

New Netflix Series “Home Edit” Touts Calm Over Clutter

By Elaine Raffel / September 6, 2020 /

Once again, in times of pandemic chaos, it’s Netflix to the rescue. On September 9, a new feel-good organization show is making its debut starring Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin, Nashville-based founders of the home organization service the Home Edit.

The Deal is Done! The Warner Group Sells Out 505 Ranch Club Lots

By Elaine Raffel / August 28, 2020 /

The Warner Group, headed up by Compass Realtor Suzanne Warner, recently closed on the final developer property at 505 Ranch Club, an exclusive community of 56 private waterfront homesites on the banks of Cedar Creek Lake.