Shelby Skrhak

Shelby Skrhak is executive editor of CandysDirt.com and producer of the Dallas Dirt podcast. She loves covering estate sales and murder homes, not necessarily related. As a lifelong Dallas native, she's been an Eagle, Charger, Wildcat, and a Comet.

Podcast: Here’s How Celebrities and Athletes Buy Dallas Homes with @properties’ Jerry Mooty

By Shelby Skrhak / January 26, 2024 /

Real estate is always a good play for athletes looking to diversify, and there’s no more diverse real estate market than Dallas-Fort Worth for athletes. From Highland Park compounds and Preston Hollow estates to Flower Mound guard-gated communities and emerging Frisco developments, athletes can find a bountiful real estate selection here. In this episode of…

Luxury, Comfort, and Prestige: The Park Cities Home That Can Be Everything to Everyone

By Shelby Skrhak / January 21, 2024 /

Beautiful things await you at 3704 Marquette, an illustrious residence in the heart of the Park Cities listed by Susan Baldwin of Allie Beth Allman and Associates. Nestled among one of the most attractive blocks, Baldwin says, this opulent single-family home, a stunner since its inception in 2006, spans three stories with five bedrooms and…

Podcast: See the Amazing Before and After Photos of This Junius Heights Home’s Renovation

By Shelby Skrhak / January 21, 2024 /

“Oh wow, this is really bad,” Tam Pham recalled saying when she first walked into the 1915 home at 714 N. Beacon Street in Lakewood. The general contractor can’t say she wasn’t warned. “Structure is in poor condition; do not enter,” the listing agent noted in MLS. “Significant amount of work would need to be…

Podcast: How the “Steel Toe Stiletto” Is Turning Shanties Into Showhomes

By Shelby Skrhak / January 16, 2024 /

Join Dallas Dirt host Candy Evans in a captivating interview with Tam Pham, the visionary founder of “Steel Toe Stiletto.” In this episode, we delve into the intricate world of historic home preservation, exploring the challenges and triumphs that come with restoring Dallas’ architectural gems. Tam Pham, a seasoned general contractor, shares insights into the…

Tips From Republic Title for Understanding and Preventing Wire Fraud

By Shelby Skrhak / January 16, 2024 /

Real estate transactions are significant financial undertakings, making them attractive targets for fraudsters. That’s why the Title Underwriting and Legal team at Republic Title is looking to protect its customers with these tips and consumer information. Among the various types of fraud, wire fraud has become increasingly common in real estate transactions in recent years. While…