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Oak Lawn Committee: A Sign, A Drive-Through, And Two More High-Rises

By Jon Anderson | September 11, 2019 |

Let’s begin big. The Oak Lawn Committee saw four projects last night. The one above is a nice residential high-rise at the corner of Boll St. and McKinney Ave. We also saw a proposal for a 13-story retirement home around the corner from Al Biernat’s, as well as the more mundane signage variance in Victory…

Heritage Oak Cliff Unveils 10 Homes For 2019 Home Tour

By Bethany Erickson | September 11, 2019 |

After 44 years, Heritage Oak Cliff knows how to gin up some excitement for a 45th home tour — you have a party to debut the latest 10 homes to join the ranks, and celebrate that there are 10 more homes from diverse neighborhoods to showcase in a city that can be a bit bulldozer-friendly.…

Penthouse Plunge: Reuse, Recycle, And PARTY

By Jon Anderson | September 10, 2019 |

Once you’ve checked out the Elite Auctions preview of 11322 E. Ricks Circle on Sept. 14, join me from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Claridge (3510 Turtle Creek Blvd., Units 18 A and B) for your chance to tour my Penthouse Plunge before demolition as I revive and return two Turtle Creek penthouses to…

An Excellent Study in Preserving the Iconic American Foursquare

By Karen Eubank | September 10, 2019 |

There homes that define America. The Colonial, the Ranch, and the American Foursquare come to mind immediately. The American Foursquare was popular from the 1890s to the 1930s and is arguably the most iconic of American styles. And do we have a beauty for you today! … a square house of dependable proportions and solid,…

FORE! Putter Around The Green With This Richardson Ranch

By Nikki Barringer | September 10, 2019 |

In the heart of Richardson, just across Belt Line from Cottonwood Park, there’s a cute little neighborhood filled with ranch-style houses built in the 1950s. Many are well maintained. Most are no frills. Some are nicer than others. And one has a putting green.

Title Tip: How Does a Seller Lease Back Work?

By Lydia Blair | September 10, 2019 |

How to make a buyer’s agent cringe: Ask for a 60 day seller lease back. While lease backs hold appeal for many sellers, it’s enough to make Realtors shudder at the thought of the problems that can accompany them. A Sellers Temporary Lease allows the seller to continue living in the home after closing for…