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A Craftsman Bungalow in L.O. Daniel Comes With a Little Free Pottery Shed

By Karen Eubank / December 20, 2025 /

Lou and Rob Baskerville had never set foot in Texas before moving to Dallas from Singapore. With Rob’s job based in Plano, they rented for a while so they could figure out which part of town resonated with them. With walkability high on their must-have list, they discovered this Craftsman Bungalow in the vibrant  L.O.…

$200M Surf Resort in McKinney Breaks Ground

By Charles Grand / December 20, 2025 /

North Texans will have a new spot to cool off and have a blast following the groundbreaking of the Cannon Beach waterpark and resort in McKinney. Officials gathered on the project site at the northeast corner of State Highway 121 and Stacy Road this week to mark the start of construction on what will be…

Home Inspectors Share 3 Things Homebuyers Don’t Want To See

By Brenda Masse / December 20, 2025 /

Whether you’re a homebuyer or a listing agent, there are certain things that can really turn you off when you walk into a property. Like, how about just the basics: it’s really hard to see past other people’s clutter. You’d think that would be a no-brainer, but you’d be amazed by some of the straight-up…

The 2025 Luxe List: A Gift Guide for the Bougiest Home Amenities You’re Asking Santa For

By Daniel Lalley / December 19, 2025 /

After covering some of the most extraordinary properties in the state, we’ve pretty much seen it all. In terms of next-level amenities, there’s never been a better time to dream big, live large, and embrace being a little “extra.” In the spirit of the holidays, we’ve compiled a gift guide for luxury home amenities that…

Controversial McKinney Airport Expansion Enlists First Passenger Carrier

By Charles Grand / December 18, 2025 /

A North Texas project that has exemplified some of the tensions surrounding rapid regional growth is gaining steam, with local officials signing off on the release of more taxpayer funds authorized for the $79 million expansion of McKinney National Airport. Perhaps more exciting, the airport also nabbed its first commercial carrier. Construction is already underway…