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This New Classical at $22.995 Millon Is Now the Most Expensive New Home in Texas

By Karen Eubank / October 6, 2025 /

For those of you who did not have to suffer through Latin classes, a magnum opus means a great work. This Preston Hollow New Classical residence is definitely a great work. The one-acre estate hits the market today courtesy of Compass Realtor Jonathan Rosen, and it sets a new standard for luxury in Dallas. I’ve…

A Design-Inspired Highland Park Transitional Mediterranean Goes From Spec to Spectacular

By Karen Eubank / October 6, 2025 /

Alex and Carolyn Madrinkian had just moved to Dallas when they spotted this beautiful Highland Park Transitional Mediterranean spec by Byers Custom Homes. Alex, who has always had an eye for design, was keen to customize it. He took it from spec to spectacular! “I had a vision for the house,” Alex said. “We had…

Don’t Call It Quaint, This Luxe Lakewood Craftsman Shatters Suburban Standards

By Daniel Lalley / October 5, 2025 /

Classic Craftsman architecture is synonymous with quaint suburban settings, white picket fences, and essential American aesthetics. When we imagine this movement, next-level luxury isn’t always at the top of the list. However, in a state where everything is bigger and builders are always looking to go bolder, all styles are subject to grandeur. Want a…

See Inside Candy’s New Home’s … Sewer Pipes?

By Brenda Masse / October 5, 2025 /

If you’ve been following the Downsizing Diaries or any of our intrepid publisher’s other stories over the last few months, then you probably already know that Candy is moving. Before closing on her fabulous new home, Candy had a sewer scope test done as part of her due diligence. And naturally, Upon Closer Inspection was…

What Does the Federal Shutdown Mean for Real Estate?

By Charles Grand / October 4, 2025 /

The latest federal shutdown started at midnight on October 1, setting up an open-ended game of chicken between Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill. Reports currently suggest this shutdown won’t be super brief (some previous shutdowns stretched only hours to a few days). The last one dragged on for more than a month. Political calculations…