Real Estate

Hip Pocket Dream: Snag This Gorgeously Classic Preston Hollow Ranch Quick Before It Hits MLS

By Candy Evans / May 17, 2013 /

A little background story here: Bob Martin called me last summer, said he was thinking of selling his house at 6322 Royal Crest. I popped over, we had wine, we toured. The home is great — Bob and his wife, Meaghan, have done a superb job of re-decorating the 1950’s ranch despite having a toddler…

Tax Season: When It Comes to Property Taxes, Treat Your Home Like the Commercial Big Boys

By Candy Evans / May 16, 2013 /

Should you treat your home like a commercial property when it comes to property taxes? For many, a home is their biggest single investment. So why NOT do what the big boys do and scrutinize every expense on your home, from repairs and maintenance to property taxes? We reached out to Rob Wheelock for a sneak peak…

Lesson From a Mile-Wide Tornado: Get Yourself a Tornado Shelter!

By Candy Evans / May 16, 2013 /

We built a storm room in our home, and of course it’s filled with junk that would survive a tornado while we blow away. Maybe it’s better to have one of these always available: New Day Tornado Shelters, $3200 fresh from Tulsa, OK where they certainly know a thing or two about twisters. Our hearts…

An Art Dwelling: How Paul Adelson Sells a 24/7 Relationship With Art Affordably

By Candy Evans / May 15, 2013 /

To say Paul Adelson lives art is an understatement. The sixty-something collector of 20th century modern art feels strongly that art should complement, not match the architecture. He should know: Paul has been a consultant on public art collections for more than 25 years, with such clients tucked under his belt as Chase Bank, Coca-Cola,…

Boarding House Where Lee Harvey Oswald Hung His Hat To Hit The Market in June

By Joanna England / May 15, 2013 /

  Photo: Vernon Bryant/Dallas Morning News Lee Harvey Oswald lived in the unassuming brown brick house at 1026 N. Beckley Avenue right up until he was apprehended for allegedly shooting the president. It was the last place he is known to have lived. And now it can be yours. It’ll cost you, of course. The…