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Why Are More New Yorkers Renting Instead of Buying?

By Joanna England | January 9, 2020 |

David Blewett Pulls Reverchon Park Deal From Ashes Despite Neighborhood Opposition

By Jon Anderson | January 9, 2020 |

After District 14 council member David Blewett pulled the Reverchon Park reconstruction project back from its December abyss, Dallas City Council heard arguments for and against the proposal in one fiery late afternoon/evening meeting before rendering a fresh decision. What had been a tie vote in December was now passed 11-4. And far North Dallas…

Things to Watch Out For in Your New Construction Home

By CandysDirt.com Contributor | January 8, 2020 |

Every week, the detail-oriented folks at Green Scene Home Inspections will give CandysDirt.com readers an education in inspection. Want to see what they see? Tune in  for “Upon Closer Inspection.” Do I really need an inspection on a new construction home? If you’re buying a newly constructed home, you might think to yourself, why would…

Realtors Say Overpricing is Market’s Greatest Challenge in 2020

By Joshua Baethge | January 8, 2020 |

According to a recent report, proper pricing will be the key to home sales in 2020.  HomeLight recently surveyed 500 Realtors for their thoughts on the 2020 market. Nearly half of them said that the biggest challenge for sellers will be their tendency to overprice. “Many people think their homes are worth more than they…

Rapid Uptown Hotel Growth Led by Hilton's Several Projects

By Jon Anderson | January 8, 2020 |

Hilton has taken a shine to Uptown with three identified hotels and two rumored – one a luxe Waldorf Astoria. It’s no secret that Uptown is booming with hotel projects – 10 are at various stages of development. Of the 10, four have yet to name their brands (or “flags” in industry lingo), and two…

The Lord Is Testing Me With This House Owned by Dr. Phil

By Adlene Neely Dealey | January 8, 2020 |

We love our readers. And fans of the Wednesday WTF are especially ardent and helpful, and send us suggestions. So many of you sent this house that is now on the market, and is owned by one Dr. Phil McGraw, he of the hirsute lip and slightly Texan twang and all the folksy humor.  If…