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Movin’ On Up: Check Out these Upscale Abodes With Open Houses This Weekend

By April Towery | March 24, 2022 |

If you’re in the market for a splurge, we’ve found three homes in the area that cost a pretty penny but have a lot to offer.  From a three-bedroom in Kessler Ranch to a $2.2 million custom-made mansion, we’ve got a spot that’s just right for you. Here’s a look inside.  Gated And Guarded The…

Experts Talk Home Building, Economy at Dallas Builders Association State of The Industry Summit

By April Towery | March 23, 2022 |

In the wake of a pandemic, a costly 2021 winter storm, and a war in Ukraine, state and local officials say growth remains strong in Texas, but they’re concerned about the supply chain and potential construction setbacks.  “If we can’t build homes, then the growth is going to stop,” said State Rep. Jeff Leach, R-Plano,…

Midcentury Modern House Porn Designed With Porn Porn in Mind

By Mimi Perez | March 23, 2022 |

If you are new to CandysDirt.com, allow me to introduce you to the term “House Porn™.” Our wonderful founder and publisher, Candy Evans, coined the term to describe a home that is decadent, lust-worthy, and you definitely get pleasure from looking at said home. The home featured in this week’s column dances around that definition…

Russian Sanctions Put Some Banks on The No-Buy List

By Daniel Lalley | March 23, 2022 |

In the last few weeks, the world watched as Russia carried out its invasion of Ukraine. Among the fallout here at home, we’ve seen a rise in gas prices, increased inflation, and a shaken stock market. However, there are other areas affected that may not seem so surface level. One of the sectors already seeing…

Foundation Findings: When Buying a Home, Look From The Ground Up

By CandysDirt.com Contributor | March 23, 2022 |

By Brenda MasseSpecial Contributor In a competitive market, you may not be able to negotiate every little thing you want, but you still need to go into a home purchase with an understanding of your future expenses, especially on the 5 major areas of the house: foundation, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and roof. In our experience, home…

Wrap Up The Ski Season in One of These Luxurious Whitefish, Montana, Escapes

By CandysDirt | March 23, 2022 |

Whitefish is a nature lover’s dream, situated on the edge of Glacier National Park in northwest Montana. It’s a renowned ski destination, it’s privy to gorgeous views of Whitefish Lake and the surrounding Rocky Mountains and there’s a charming town center with local shops and no “big-box” chain retail. Our Splurge vs. Steal this week…