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Candy’s Sweet Real Estate Deal of the Week: MidCentury Mod on Malcolm $275,000

By Candy Evans / August 2, 2011 /

Lakewood Mid-Century Modern available at an unbeatable price. Even better, the owner is a well-known local photographer who has made me promise to keep mum — until the margaritas kick in! If you love you some mid century modern, look no further than this terrific circa 1950 two bedroom and two bath at 6351 Malcom with study/work…

Extraordinary Dallas Realtor, Broker and Humanitarian Charles Freeman, R.I.P.

By Candy Evans / August 2, 2011 /

It saddens my heart to report that Charles Freeman, co-founder of the Briggs-Freeman Sotheby’s brokerage firm, has died after losing a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Charles died peacefully Sunday. Not only was Charles one of the most influential real estate leaders in the city, he was an amazing human being. A fourth generation Dallasite, Charles Freeman…

Extraordinary Dallas Realtor, Broker and Humanitarian Charles Freeman, R.I.P.

By Candy Evans / August 1, 2011 /

It saddens my heart to report that Charles Freeman, co-founder of the Briggs-Freeman Sotheby’s brokerage firm, has died after losing a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Charles died peacefully Sunday. Not only was Charles one of the most influential real estate leaders in the city, he was an amazing human being. A fourth generation Dallasite, Charles Freeman…

Al and Erin Hill May Be Moving Out of Highland Park Home, Dismissing Staff – Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / July 29, 2011 /

Recall the story of Al and Erin Hill? A source now tells me that major changes have been made in the Hill household over there on Bordeaux. Last week, according to sources, employees were told they would be paid until the end of the month, and then their services would no longer be needed. And the…

How Long Will It Take You To Save Up For A Down Payment at 20% Down? Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / July 26, 2011 /

Great article in this week’s TIME Magazine, slim as it is, showing the difference in the 10% and 20% down payment model. Subscription required online, page 17 if you want to skim while at the check-out line. As you may know, the Feds (Dodd-Frank) want to increase home buyer’s “skin in the game”, requiring higher…