Joanna England

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

Live in the Present: Plush Preston Hollow Home on Double Lot is a Perfect Home for the Holidays

By Joanna England / December 21, 2015 /

Ahhhh, family. Gathering during the holidays is such a pleasure, the warm greetings, the stiff cocktails, the lively conversation. And an hour later, after Uncle Bill starts to do his Marlon Brando and Al Pacino impressions, you’re pretty much done with these people. Pretty soon you’ve started drinking a little eggnog with your whiskey and…

Star Wars Real Estate: The Force is Strong With These Dallas-Fort Worth Homes

By Joanna England / December 18, 2015 /

Huge Star Wars nerd that I am, I went to the special screening of The Force Awakens hosted by Keith’s Comics at Studio Movie Grill. Let’s just say that, if you’re a fan of the force, you’ll love this film. Big props to J.J. Abrams for doing right by the franchise. Last night, however, was pretty dang magical as…

Home Innovations Abound at the CEDIA Future Home Experience

By Joanna England / December 18, 2015 /

By Katherine Rodriguez Special Contributor We had the treat of attending the 2015 CEDIA Future Home Experience. And what an experience it was to get a sneak peek into the future of home technology. The CEDIA expo is an annual convention showcasing the top trends in home technology. This year it was hosted at the Kay…

6 Tips to Find the Right Mortgage Company For Your Clients

By Joanna England / December 16, 2015 /

As a real estate agent, your primary job is to help your buyers find the home they’re looking for, at a price they can afford. But the job doesn’t stop there, by any means. Agents are also responsible for helping clients through the entire buying process. From the initial search to scheduling tours and home…

Life in Lochwood is Sweeter Inside This Remarkably Remodeled Ranch

By Joanna England / December 15, 2015 /

The warm glow from the huge windows on this Lochwood ranch give you an inkling of what’s in store — fresh and modern interiors with a layout that is perfect for today’s families. Not only do you get a gorgeous, spacious lot in a fantastic, close-knit East Dallas neighborhood, but you don’t have to lift…