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High Caliber Agent: Vinnie Sherman Believes in Serving America And His Clients

By Joanna England | July 4, 2017 |

There’s not much about our High Caliber Agent this week that isn’t impressive. Not only did Vinnie Sherman, a David Griffin & Co. Realtor, fight for our freedom in our country’s armed forces, but he was an elite Army Ranger of the 75th Ranger Regiment. Sherman was one of these brave warriors, fighting on the…

Front Porch Home in Lower Monticello Making America Neighborly Again

By Seth Fowler | July 4, 2017 |

Did you know that homes with a front porch outsell homes without a front porch? It’s true.  Surf the internet and you will find tons of articles about the value a front porch brings to a home. There is just something welcoming about a beautifully designed and furnished front porch that makes you feel at…

Elegant Highland Park Condo Offers Exclusive Location for Under $300K

By Leah Shafer | July 4, 2017 |

If you’ve visited the Knox-Henderson area and driven west toward Highland Park, you’ve most likely seen the Abbott Terrace Condominiums. This cute white brick building has a retro appeal and pretty landscaping. If you’ve wondered about what they’re like inside, our Tuesday Two Hundred is your chance to take a look.  Apartment 21 at 4508 Abbott Ave.…

Splurge vs Steal: Take Your Pick in East Dallas’ Casa Linda Estates

By Leah Shafer | July 3, 2017 |

This is the first of a new occasional column here on CandysDirt.com, Splurge vs Steal. We’ll be looking at homes that offer something in common, but have a big difference in their asking price.   Casa Linda Estates sits on the northeast shores of White Rock Lake, offering close proximity to one of the city’s biggest natural…

On SecondShelters.com: Sandow Lakes Ranch Offers Potential to Truly Be Lord of All You Survey

By Jon Anderson | July 3, 2017 |

Do you look at Walnut Place’s paltry 25 acres and $48.9 million price tag in the same way I look at a tent and sleeping bag?  Do you find having a home in the same county as your garage off-putting? Was the Waggoner Ranch a little too close to Oklahoma?  Well, listen up. The $250…

BobMortgage: Four Tips To Get Pre-Approved For A Home Loan

By Joanna England | July 3, 2017 |

For a lot of first-time homebuyers, the pre-approval process is quite intimidating. With years of experience in the home loan industry, Bob Johnson (AKA BobMortgage) is here to offer a few tips to help you go on the offense — a key strategy to get pre-approved. Ever wonder what the underwriter looks for when they…