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Fort Worth Black Friday Special: Stylish Modern Value in Woodhaven for $324K

By Eric Prokesh / November 25, 2016 /

Die hard ’07 zip coders may recoil at the idea of the east side, but the quaint and quiet community of Woodhaven with its treelined streets and pretty houses certainly merits a look. And just look what $324,500.00 will buy you! Located near the country club, 700 Havenwood Lane South offers 3 bedrooms and 2…

Over Renters on the Rise in Fort Worth

By Seth Fowler / November 22, 2016 /

There is a new buzz word in real estate: Over Renter.  This term is used to describe individuals or families that make $150,000 or more annually that choose to rent a home or apartment in lieu of purchasing a traditional home.  These high-income renters certainly can purchase a home but elect to pay top dollar…

Brent Hull’s 2300 Willing is Prime Time Ready

By Eric Prokesh / November 18, 2016 /

Remember this beauty at 2300 Willing Avenue? What a difference a few months make. Brent Hull, owner of an architectural millwork firm and Boston-trained expert in historic restoration, has worked his magic and brought back to life the nearly 100-year-old residence in historic Ryan Place. That effort is now the subject of a popular weekly program…

Finally a Flip Done Right in Ridglea Neighborhood

By Seth Fowler / November 15, 2016 /

As easy as it looks on HGTV to buy-and-fix-up an older home, it’s not.  You know those shows are scripted right?  As someone who gets paid (sometimes) to look at homes on a regular basis, I have to say that the influx of “flipper and fixer” shows has not always helped the real estate market.…

Overton Midcentury Modern Family Living

By Eric Prokesh / November 11, 2016 /

Sprinkled among the ranch-style and colonial revival-style houses in Tanglewood and Overton Park, is a fairly sizable inventory of Mid Century modern gems. Tucked into a deep lot, surrounded by mature trees, 3728 Arroyo Road demonstrates that modern design need not eschew symmetry. Two identical wings flank an interior courtyard. Minimal decorative detail in the Roman…