Joanna England

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

On SecondShelters.com: Your Lake Austin Dream Home Has a New Look

By Joanna England / December 21, 2017 /

Throw out the old rule book of Lake Austin’s past. A new generation of buyers is on the loose and looking for the modern waterfront of their dreams. This one fits the bill.  Every now and then we come across a new construction listing that’s so new, it only offers renderings to provide the artistic…

Winnetka Heights Bungalow Features Classic Profile, Glam Interiors

By Joanna England / December 20, 2017 /

There’s nothing quite like a well-done Craftsman home. This architectural style, popularized around the turn of the century as an act of rebellion against industrialization, emphasizes the handiwork best produced by skilled tradesmen — thus dubbed “Arts & Crafts” or “American Arts” by many practitioners. Handmade details of wood and stone are profligate in these…

After Conference Committee, NAHB Approves Amended GOP Tax Plan

By Joanna England / December 18, 2017 /

To say that the tax plans proposed separately by Republican senators and representatives were contentious would be an understatement. When both bills came out, many real estate industry organizations found them problematic, especially the National Association of Homebuilders. However, the NAHB just changed its tune after seeing the most recent iteration of the bill, which…

Renovation Loans Help Turn Fixer Uppers Into Dream Homes

By Joanna England / December 14, 2017 /

Maybe you’ve found the perfect neighborhood, but the best home for your budget is far from perfect. Renovation can be expensive, says Bob Johnson (aka BobMortgage), but don’t be afraid of taking out a renovation loan. Our most-trusted expert in lending, the senior mortgage adviser at the nation’s oldest private lender — Wallick & Volk…

White Rock Forest Midcentury Ranch Takes Trendy Risks

By Joanna England / December 13, 2017 /

It’s the stuff HGTV series are made of, and considering the runaway success of Flip or Flop Fort Worth, we have to wonder if Daniel and Stesha Gearner are the next wedded pair to take on the mantle of the popular real estate reality series.  With an unapologetically hipster aesthetic, the Gearners infused trendy style…