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Dallas Builders Association Advocates Third-Party Help to Fix Permitting Debacle

By Joshua Baethge | January 26, 2021 |

Could enlisting the help of private companies be the key to fixing Dallas’ much-maligned permitting process?  That seems to be the thinking among some who are fed up with the current system. Leading the charge to overhaul the city’s process is Phil Crone, executive officer for the Dallas Builder’s Association. He characterizes the current setup within…

Be Smart About Transferring Smart Home Devices After a Sale

By Lydia Blair | January 26, 2021 |

Hundreds of properties sell every day in North Texas. Many of them come with smart devices that help our homes operate smoothly and make our lives easier. But there is a disturbing issue that may lurk in the shadows of these sales. Who is controlling and accessing the smart devices when the homeownership transfers?  Smart…

A Historical How-To From Gainesville, Texas

By Nikki Barringer | January 26, 2021 |

Up until 9 years ago, this home remained in the Eldridge family. It was passed down from generation to generation until the current owners purchased it. But before they did, they had to interview for the property. It’s not just any historical home, it’s one of the most pristinely preserved historical homes imaginable according to…

Montserrat Mediterranean Offers Luxurious Living Indoors and Out

By Seth Fowler | January 26, 2021 |

Believe it or not, but there once was a time when the bustling neighborhood of Montserrat in Fort Worth was just pasture land. I know because I was there. In a million years I never would have imagined that the privately guarded neighborhood would quickly become one of Fort Worth’s distinctive residential developments. The success…

Evergreen Estates For Your Next Great Escape to Colorado

By Amy Puchaty | January 26, 2021 |

This week, we take you to beautiful Evergreen, Colorado, where the mountain views are endless and the rustic luxury abounds. We found two exceptional offerings, both with prime locales and views, but with price points that are miles apart. Which would you choose? Take your pick in this week’s Splurge vs. Steal. Splurge: Evergreen 30-Acre Retreat…

Update: Ablon-Caven Gayborhood High-Rises, Central Market Changes, McKinney/Boll Residential High-Rise

By Jon Anderson | January 25, 2021 |

A new year deserves some updates to previously reported projects. Since the December Oak Lawn Committee (OLC) where Caven Enterprises with developer and former Mayoral candidate Mike Ablon presented their vision for their holdings on Cedar Springs Road, a few things have happened. Time for an update. Ablon and Caven Gayborhood Plan First, the project did…