Joanna England

Joanna England is the former long-time executive editor and a founding editor at CandysDirt.com.

Seasoned Broker Josh Ellis Makes a Move to Douglas Elliman’s Dallas Office

By Joanna England / December 24, 2023 /

Douglas Elliman just announced that seasoned real estate broker, executive, and developer Josh Ellis has joined the firm. He will be based out of the Dallas office.  With more than $1.5 billion in sales volume over a career that spans more than two decades, Ellis has exceptional expertise in leading development, marketing, and sales efforts for numerous important projects, both residential…

Dave Perry-Miller Agent Bart Thrasher Lists What Might Be The Cutest East Dallas Condo Ever

By Joanna England / December 20, 2023 /

If you drive down Live Oak Street headed east out of downtown Dallas, you’ll find yourself in the midst of a thriving neighborhood. And just past the inimitable Jimmy’s Food Store, a short walk from both Garrett Park and Savage Park, and less than a block from the historic Aldredge House on Swiss Avenue is…

Briggs Freeman’s David Burgher Lists Mayer Ranch, Home of SMU’s Polo Team, For $20 Million

By Joanna England / December 15, 2023 /

You may not realize it, but SMU has a polo team and its practice facility is located in Cross Roads, Texas. Not only that, but Mayer Ranch — the home of the ponies for the Mustangs — is now for sale. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty‘s David Burgher and his co-listing agent Harlan Ray are…

The Long-Vacant Mediterranean Mansion on Buckner Boulevard Just Went Contingent

By Joanna England / December 12, 2023 /

The Mediterranean on Buckner Boulevard surrounded by wire fencing has excited imaginations for decades. With stories and lore attached to the home that sits back from the six-lane thoroughfare, it’s a constant source of speculation. But one thing is for sure: The historic estate on 1425 N. Buckner Blvd. just went contingent. Marketed by Brent…

Brand Behind Robert Elliott Custom Homes’ Has Purchased The Former Site of Storybuilt’s Goose

By Joanna England / December 8, 2023 /

After StoryBuilt purchased the land that was once intended for a new Richardson ISD elementary school, but the developer’s “Goose” couldn’t fly with the heavy winds of an economic downturn and ended up in receivership. However, Stillwater Capital has purchased the land that will be developed by local legend Robert Elliott Custom Homes. One Cooked…