Second Shelters

What Do You Think of This AIA Design-Award House? (Excuse Me, I’m Not Impressed…)

By Candy Evans / August 16, 2011 /

I know this is a one of a kind Mid-century Modern masterpiece designed by architect John Barthel for his personal residence in 1959. And I know it is the winner of the 2002 AIA Design Award. And I know it’s probably one of our more shining examples of Mid-century Modern in Dallas, excluding the Frank Lloyd…

Hot Builder Report: I’ve Got This One In My Circle of Trust, Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / August 16, 2011 /

His name is Leo M. Savino, a 28 year old former commercial real estate guy who is now building some amazing homes in the Park Cities. Did I say he is only 28? That is correct. Leo’s company is called Significant Buildings & Construction, and from what I’ve seen, he has an amazing eye cultivated by charming parents…

Lake Ridge & Dexter Coakley: From Foreclosures to Filled Homes – Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / August 16, 2011 /

Former Cowboy Linebacker Dexter Coakley loves living in Lake Ridge, a hilly 3600 acre development along Joe Pool Lake on the west side of Cedar Hill, 3.5 miles west of Highway 67. In 1994, Bluegreen Communities acquired the one-time ranch land and opened it to builders. Said to be the only place where you are…

Does Staging With Designer Pets Help Sell Properties? Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / August 16, 2011 /

We had this chat a couple of weeks ago, and most of you said no, don’t do it! Don’t stage your home to sell with live (designer) pets! But Dallas Realtor Kristian Peterson says yes, do it! And in fact, he does. All the time. (Here are his babies, in a condo he is selling.)…

So Maybe You Should Buy A Second Home in Frisco, Texas?

By Candy Evans / August 15, 2011 /

Where they are selling like hotcakes. A Frisco Realtor makes me eat my words…