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This Updated Oak Cliff Cottage With Special Financing Will Appeal to First-Time Home Buyers

By Brenda Masse | November 5, 2025 |

If you were looking for a home with everything you want in homeownership, but without most of the major worries of homeownership, wouldn’t that be something? What if you were a first-time home buyer? Well, Compass agent Crystal Gonzalez has something to show you! This adorable 1948 Oak Cliff cottage has been fully renovated by…

Voters Bolster Texas Constitution’s Anti-Tax Credentials on Election Day

By Charles Grand | November 5, 2025 |

Voters went to the polls on Tuesday in North Texas to weigh in on 17 amendments to the Texas Constitution and a smattering of local propositions and municipal races. There was also a special election for a state senate seat that’s now heading to a runoff. Nevertheless, we’re going to limit ourselves to the constitutional…

The 49th Annual Lakewood Home Tour Is This Weekend

By Karen Eubank | November 5, 2025 |

One of the most exciting events in East Dallas is happening this weekend: The Lakewood Home Tour! It’s the 49th year for the beloved event that offers a glimpse into both historic and new homes. The tour raises funds for Lakewood Elementary School, J.L. Long Middle School, and Woodrow Wilson High School. Hosted by the…

Like Hazelberg, This Graceland Replica Ain’t Nothing But a (Hound) Dog

By Mimi Perez | November 5, 2025 |

Our dog Hazelberg would absolutely trash the Elvis inspired home featured in this week’s column. Yeeeesssss, what a combo, right? Hazelberg and Elvis, Elvis and Hazelberg. They are the dynamic duo that make you go “ugh.” In no way is this meant to disparage Elvis. I’m a huge Elvis fan. Huuuuggggeeee. He was such an…

‘Demolition by Neglect’: Residents Voice Support for Preserving Dallas City Hall

By Charles Grand | November 4, 2025 |

Dozens of people turned out to a public meeting Monday night to show their support for preserving Dallas City Hall as the fate of the iconic Brutalist structure at 1500 Marilla St. seems precarious amid speculation developers have their eyes on the site. Speakers described the I.M. Pei-designed building as both an architectural treasure and…

Christie’s International Real Estate @properties Lone Star Welcomes J. Klefeker Group

By Daniel Lalley | November 4, 2025 |

If there is one feature that makes Christie’s International Real Estate @properties Lone Star stand out, it’s a standard of service you won’t find anywhere else. Guided by a client-first philosophy and a white-glove approach, CEO and Principal Jerry Mooty’s award-winning brokerage is a go-to for top Texas clientele and agent talent. Its luxury portfolio…