Karen Eubank

Karen is a senior columnist at Candy’s Media and has been writing stories since she could hold a crayon. She is a globe-trotting, history-loving eternal optimist who would find it impossible to live well without dogs, Tex-Mex, and dark chocolate. She covers luxury properties and historic preservation for Candys Dirt.

Elm Thicket/Northpark Offers a Lesson in Persistence and Patience

By Karen Eubank / June 20, 2024 /

Elm Thicket/Northpark has drawn the short straw for decades. Residents have historically been pushed out of their neighborhood, then pushed some more. “Our neighborhood used to be twice the size it is now,” Mimi Perez said. Perez and her family have lived in the neighborhood, on the same street, in the same home, for almost…

This Waxahachie Dream Home on Victorian Drive Sets a New Bar For Luxury

By Karen Eubank / June 19, 2024 /

Waxahachie is the best place to invest in real estate right now, and we’ve found the most exciting Waxahachie dream home to hit the market in years. So why is Waxahachie a hot investment? Two years ago, Jerry Jones’ investment and development company, Blue Star Land, saw the potential and made the first move. They…

A Shorecrest Contemporary Showplace Surrounded by Nature

By Karen Eubank / June 17, 2024 /

Kelton and Sarah Todd took one look at this Shorecrest property and instantly saw the possibilities. Not only do they have vision, they also have the talent and resources to make their vision a reality.  Kelton is an entrepreneur who has been a real estate investor for years. He and his brother got their mom…

R Home is Reinventing And Renovating Real Estate in Historic Fort Worth

By Karen Eubank / June 15, 2024 /

Renovating real estate is not just a job for Ramon Goheen and Robin Barrow; it’s a passion. With Goheen’s deep-rooted interest in architecture and Barrow’s extensive 25-year history in commercial real estate, their shared love for the industry led them to a new venture. After Goheen sold his business, they embarked on a journey of…

Queen City Residents Take a Critical Step Toward Preserving Their South Dallas Neighborhood

By Karen Eubank / June 13, 2024 /

The Landmark Commission’s unanimous decision on June 3rd to initiate the historic designation process for Queen City in South Dallas marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts for historic preservation. This is a momentous win that we haven’t seen in years. Queen City, the earliest surviving African-American community in South Dallas, holds a rich…