Joanna England

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

Gina Wilson Takes Talents to Ebby Halliday’s Southlake Office

By Joanna England / November 2, 2017 /

Ebby Halliday Realtors’ beautiful Southlake offices strike again! Helmed by the one and only Carolyn Rosson, this Ebby office has consistently attracted top-tier agents, and that’s exactly how we’d describe Gina Wilson.  Wilson recently joined Ebby’s Southlake office, a powerhouse of top producers who serve the luxury markets of Southlake, Westlake, and the surrounding area.…

Completely Rebuilt Ranch in Forest Knoll Estates is Quality From The Foundation Up

By Joanna England / November 1, 2017 /

  David Griffin Realtor Janelle Alcantara wants to make something Swarovski crystal clear: This Forest Knoll Estates home is not a fix and flip like you see on HGTV. According to Alcantara, it’s a complete rebuild of a house, making the results virtually new construction.  “The house was redesigned, moving the kitchen to a new…

Tonight: 48 Hours Investigates The Disappearance of a Houston Real Estate Agent

By Joanna England / October 28, 2017 /

When Hurricane Harvey hit Houston, first responders were left scrambling to help evacuate neighborhoods and keep some sense of order in the enormous city. But that didn’t keep police from searching for Crystal McDowell, a divorced mother of two, who was last seen leaving her boyfriend’s home on the morning of Aug. 25. McDowell was supposed…

A Restored Winnetka Heights Bungalow Brings Chic Interiors, Classic Details

By Joanna England / October 27, 2017 /

To love a bungalow in North Oak Cliff‘s Winnetka Heights Historic Conservation District is to accept imperfections. But not every bungalow requires a full-on restoration, and not every homeowner is up to the task.  This home at 315 N. Clinton, says listing agent Ged Dipprey, was a whole different ball of wax. When it was…

BobMortgage Zone: How to Buy a House After Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, or a Short Sale

By Joanna England / October 27, 2017 /

After an adverse sale, whether a short sale or a foreclosure, the idea of owning a home again feels far off and challenging. But if you’re ready to wade back into the waters of homeownership after bankruptcy or another life event, Bob Johnson (AKA BobMortgage) has some sage advice for you. And there’s no better…