Joanna England

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

Thursday Three Hundred: Kiestwood Keeps it Classy With This Fantastic Traditional

By Joanna England / September 18, 2014 /

This hidden gem of a neighborhood in North Oak Cliff is becoming more and more popular it seems, with deals under $300K becoming as rare as the buffalo tenderloin at Fearings. That doesn’t mean there aren’t several great properties in Kiestwood, a fantastic nabe with tons of character and the kind of close-knit community you…

The Next Generation of Real Estate Addicts: Teenagers in Generation Z Say They’re Willing To Make Sacrifices For Homeownership

By Joanna England / September 17, 2014 /

You know those Millennials and how they want their mortgages with cheap rates and minimal down payments. They want speedy pre-approval and closings with no hiccups. And they want it all right now. If that seems demanding, well, that’s the Millennial generation for you. The interesting news is, according to a recent survey by Better…

Lease of the Week: Incredible 1960s Treehouse Time Capsule in Fort Worth

By Joanna England / September 17, 2014 /

Every once in a while, a cool house will come along that will have me practically screaming, “JUST GO AHEAD AND TAKE MY MONEY!” They are usually crazy unique, fun homes with dramatic spaces and vintage charm. I am a sucker for those midcentury modern homes with original details, ones that are like time capsules,…

Tuesday Two Hundred: Claremont Cutie is Totally Renovated With a Second-Floor Master

By Joanna England / September 16, 2014 /

You already know that we love the Claremont subdivision. This area is populated by mostly 1960s-era ranches, and with its hilly topography, mature trees, and fantastic values, it’s a wonderful neighborhood. In fact, most people don’t even know it’s there! That’s why you can find an excellent deal in Claremont, like this home from Vivo Realty…

Think You’re Safe in the Park Cities? Rape Suspect Accused of Attacking an SMU Student in UP’s Walt Humann Park

By Joanna England / September 16, 2014 /

Is the “bubble” all that safe anymore? University Park Police have released a sketch of a man that is wanted in connection to the rape of an SMU student, according to this report from Channel 5 (KXAS). The attack, which happened at around 11 p.m. Sept. 7 in UP’s Walt Humann Park, was hidden by…