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.
When I saw this Highland Park Mediterranean hacienda, it made me think about what buyers want today and, honestly, how little has really changed over the years. Location is still everything, and this home is in one of the most coveted neighborhoods. It has every amenity, of course, but it has something we know buyers…
Remember when the word “spec” meant speculative? Not anymore, and certainly not in luxury construction. Today, smart builders who work closely with Realtors are putting an entirely new product on the market. Compass Realtor Gianna Cerullo’s latest listing with Pearl Developments is a great example of how the right Realtor can help a developer take…
We’ve been missing something in the housing market lately — classic architecture. While it never went away, the fact is that you just don’t see a true architectural gem come up for sale often. However, this Highland Park classic Greek Revival is a case in point. These homes work so well that families hold on…
The State Thomas Historic District is one of our best examples of successful historic preservation. It shows what a dedicated group of neighbors can accomplish and serves as inspiration and recognition that, done right, these neighborhoods offer an entirely new level of value. State Thomas History Although State Thomas is 96 acres today, the historic…
Everyone knows by now that North Texas is the place to live. In the past three years, almost half a million people have moved here, according to the North Central Texas Council of Governments, and a lot of them are choosing Flower Mound. What’s the attraction? Well there are plenty! First, there is the natural…
