Economy

Thanks to Increasing Household Income, New Home Sales Get a Boost in Texas

By Joanna England / March 3, 2014 /

So, as it turns out, if household income increases, then more families have more money to buy new homes. I know. I’m totally shocked, too. What you’ll find interesting is that Texas, with our steady job market and low taxes has resulted in the Lone Star State leading median household income growth AND new home…

Choice Home Warranty Picks CandysDirt.com as one of 20 Best Condo Real Estate Blogs in U.S.

By Candy Evans / February 27, 2014 /

We are all smiles and blushing over here at CandysDirt.com. Comes word today that the folks over at Choice Home Warranty have picked us , along with 19 other real estate blogs, as the top blogs to read for information on condos. Keeping up with the latest in condo real estate can be a daunting task,…

Luxury Real Estate Report: Luxury is BACK, Baby, and The Kids Are Toting C Notes For Tips

By Candy Evans / February 27, 2014 /

While at Luxury Portfolio International in Las Vegas this week, I tried to stay away from Blackjack and the Craps tables and soak in all the hot deets for you from the world’s leading experts on everything luxury. The most important take-away for me was this: luxury is back and hello, the consumers are younger…

Buying With Bitcoin? Virtual Currency Isn’t Going so Far After Widespread Theft

By Joanna England / February 25, 2014 /

Were you thinking of accepting some Bitcoin for your home like this guy or this guy? Maybe it’s time to reconsider. The New York Times reported that Mt. Gox, one of the largest bitcoin currency exchanges, was on the verge of collapse and filing for bankruptcy yesterday. Uh oh. On Monday night, a number of leading…

Buying With Bitcoin? Virtual Currency Isn't Going so Far After Widespread Theft

By Joanna England / February 25, 2014 /

Were you thinking of accepting some Bitcoin for your home like this guy or this guy? Maybe it’s time to reconsider. The New York Times reported that Mt. Gox, one of the largest bitcoin currency exchanges, was on the verge of collapse and filing for bankruptcy yesterday. Uh oh. On Monday night, a number of leading…