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Modern on Munger Dressed To The Nines For $534K

By Amy Puchaty | July 27, 2018 |

Clean lines, cable rails, and a waterfall island, oh my! One look at this modern gem on Munger and we are hooked. Built by the folks at Conrad Homes, this exceptional two-bedroom, two-full-and-one-half-bathroom residence comes decked out to the nines with a bright and airy floor plan, stunning gourmet kitchen, generous master suite, and private fenced…

With Constituents Mostly Aligned Against Lincoln Katy Trail, Why is CM Kingston Silent?

By Jon Anderson | July 27, 2018 |

(Editor’s Note: This column expresses opinion of the writer, and should not be interpreted as the editorial opinion of CandysDirt.com. We believe many voices uphold our core mission: a transparent discussion about North Texas real estate 24/7 ) Times change. Times change in city council representation. Back in 2007, then Oak Lawn council member Angela Hunt…

Can I Get an Amen For The Ahh Bra And The Woman Who Invented It?

By Shelby Skrhak | July 27, 2018 |

Gather in closely ladies, we’re going to talk about bras. Specifically, a little piece of life-changing seamless fabric called the Ahh Bra. (I could hear your “I know!” shriek all the way from here.) The woman who created and manufactured this wildly popular undergarment is a former beauty queen, actress, and stand-up comedian by the…

Manorial Montserrat Manse on Santa Cova Court

By Eric Prokesh | July 27, 2018 |

We haven’t gone big at Fort Worth Friday for awhile and if you’re thinking of going big, Montserrat may be your ideal with lots as large as five acres and square footages that can top 20,000. It’s difficult to believe that the high-profile, gated community of Montserrat is 15 years old. Carved out of 143 acres…

TopMix Permeable: Why Are We Not Using This in Dallas?

By Candy Evans | July 27, 2018 |

A U.K. firm has created a water absorbing concrete that I seriously think we need to take a look at and begin using or making here in the U.S. STAT. This concrete is called “TopMix permeable”  and it acts as a giant concrete sieve/sponge, allowing the rainwater to drain right through it. Working on the traditional…

BobMortgage Zone: What’s The Best Way to Buy a Home For Your Parent?

By Joanna England | July 26, 2018 |

Sometimes roles are reversed, and parents end up needing a hand financially. But what’s the best way to help a parent buy a home when they don’t have the financial means to do it themselves? It’s an interesting situation that Bob Johnson (AKA Bob Mortgage) came across recently. In today’s 15th BobMortgage Zone episode, the…