Joanna England

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

Move-In Ready: Merion at Midtown Park Gets Its First Residents

By Joanna England / August 8, 2017 /

If Greenville Avenue hadn’t been closed on the way back from the White Rock dog park, Glenna and Justin Lafitte may never have bought their new home inside Merion at Midtown Park. It was a day like any other — the couple took their miniature pinscher to the ever-popular dog park near the Mockingbird Lane…

The Mortgage Report: How Much Could You Gain Through Appreciation?

By Joanna England / August 7, 2017 /

If you’re a renter, that number is going to be zero, says BobMortgage. In this week’s Mortgage Report, he will give his lock or float position for the week and tell you just how much you could be making by just buying a home. It will stun you! You may know him as Bob Johnson, the senior mortgage…

Remodeled Casa View Cliff May Hits Market Tonight

By Joanna England / August 3, 2017 /

Cathy and Darren Lee have flipped about 20 homes in the last two years, but none of them were quite as distinctive as this Cliff May-designed midcentury modern in Casa View. If 2620 Andrea Lane looks familiar, it’s because you’ve likely seen it while touring Casa View’s epic collection of California modern homes. Listing agent…

Custom Contemporary in Grand Prairie Offers Luxury Upgrades, Affordable Price

By Joanna England / August 3, 2017 /

As more and more people hunt for affordable new construction in North Texas, and as more and more builders look for the right lots to build, once-overlooked suburbs are starting to shine. Take the Midcities’ own Grand Prairie for instance. That’s where you’ll find this great transitional design with contemporary flair built by CAVSO Homes…

Classic Traditional Cottage in Wilshire Heights

By Joanna England / August 2, 2017 /

  In East Dallas, the neighborhoods with great schools, walkable streets, and adorable houses tend to be the hottest. One such neighborhood that has seen incredible appreciation is Wilshire Heights.  “I live in the neighborhood so I’m particularly partial to it,” says David Griffin & Co. Realtor Sam Claussen. “It’s a quiet neighborhood with an…