Joy Donovan

Joy Donovan is a contributing writer for CandysDirt.com covering the Midcities and Fort Worth.

Ready For Your Own White House? These Open Houses Offer Plenty of Options

By Joy Donovan / September 28, 2023 /

These days, a white house seems to be a big trend in every neighborhood. But at the same time, others have been around for decades, such as The White House, located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Can a classic be a trend, too? Bright and clean-looking, white goes with everything and anything. It’s easy to work…

Living The High Life is an Easy Choice in Dallas With Multiple Ways to Buy in HALL Arts Residences

By Joy Donovan / September 25, 2023 /

Let’s talk about a lifestyle: Sophisticated. Luxurious. Cosmopolitan. Glamorous, even. Yes, friends, let’s talk about HALL Arts Residences. It’s most definitely a lifestyle at 1747 Leonard Street in the Dallas Arts District. What’s not to like? There’s a 24/7 concierge, swimming pool, fitness studio (just a gym wouldn’t do), a pet spa (because Fifi needs…

Not Ready For Pumpkin Spice? These Open Houses Are a Great Way to Celebrate Fall

By Joy Donovan / September 21, 2023 /

Oh my gosh, we are almost there! Saturday marks the official beginning of fall … finally. We deserve a break after a summer with 47 100-plus-degree days. This count is according to the official tally by the National Weather Service, and you can look at just how bad this summer was compared to others. You…

Who’s Afraid of Bold Color? Not The Owner of This Fort Worth Midcentury Modern

By Joy Donovan / September 15, 2023 /

Bold and creative describes both Shauna Glenn and the unique Fort Worth Midcentury Modern she unflinchingly reimagined. Glenn’s personal home that she shares with her husband, Jeff Jones, is on the market. It’s a riot of color mixed up with Midcentury Modern, reflecting the signature style her decorating clients hire her for. “It’s decorating with…

Tax Decrease Sound Good? Check Out These McKinney Open Houses to Save Money

By Joy Donovan / September 14, 2023 /

Well, here’s some good news, especially if you live in McKinney. The McKinney City Council approved its 2024 budget last week, which includes a three-cent decrease in the city’s property tax rate. How about that? Maybe McKinney is the place to be if the tax rates are lower next year, but that’s not the only…