Splurge vs. Steal

Splurge vs. Steal: Buy a Multi-family Income Property and Become a Landlord

By Leah Shafer / February 12, 2018 /

The idea of an income property appeals to lots of real estate buyers. If you’re up for the challenge and responsibility, this investment can generate income and build your net worth more rapidly than a single-family property alone.  In today’s Splurge vs. Steal, we’re looking at two multi-family buildings in Dallas. Both are priced under a…

Splurge vs. Steal: Two Historic Craftsman Homes with Big Character and Fresh Updates

By Leah Shafer / February 5, 2018 /

We adore the look of a historic Craftsman and certain neighborhoods in Dallas contain quite a few beautiful examples.  For today’s Splurge vs. Steal, we’re looking at two Craftsman houses, one in North Oak Cliff and the other in Old East Dallas. They have the hallmarks of this style of house, including a cozy feel,…

Splurge vs. Steal: Two Inwood Road Estates Homes in Northwest Dallas

By Leah Shafer / January 29, 2018 /

An updated home is a thing of beauty when it’s full of thoughtful conveniences and stylish elements.  That’s the case with the two Inwood Road Estates properties in our Splurge vs. Steal post today. These midcentury-built houses are both hugely renovated and located just a few blocks apart near Forest Lane and Inwood Road. Which one…

Splurge vs. Steal: Two Caruth Terrace Houses with Appealing Amenities

By Leah Shafer / January 22, 2018 /

Caruth Terrace is an East Dallas neighborhood on the rise. Houses there tend to go under contract fast, and some of the midcentury homes there are getting flipped or torn down for new builds.  Situated west of White Rock Lake, Caruth Terrace is bounded by Skillman Street on the west, the Dallas Area Rapid Transit light…

Splurge vs. Steal: Two Sweet Spots in Lake Highlands’ Laurel Valley

By Leah Shafer / January 15, 2018 /

If you’re looking for a Lake Highlands address with over 2,000 square feet, the Laurel Valley neighborhood is a good bet. Located near Walnut Hill Lane and Audelia Road, it’s close to the north shores of White Rock Lake and offers easy access to Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway.  We’ve found two lovely Laurel Valley houses for…