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Why I Walked Away From the Dallas Morning News’ New Property Tax Service

By CandysDirt | April 22, 2026 |

A property tax pro bought a $69 Texas Tax report on his own house. Here’s what he found. By Glenn Goodrich Property tax expert and founder of PropertyTax.io Before I say anything else, you should know where I’m coming from. My name is Glenn Goodrich, and I run PropertyTax.io, a full-service property tax protest agency.…

See What Makes David Griffin Say of This Kessler Woods Home, ‘THIS is Luxury’

By Brenda Masse | April 22, 2026 |

I always enjoy speaking to broker David Griffin of David Griffin & Company Realtors, first, because he’s a genuinely nice guy, but second, because he has such a passion for what he does. I love the way he talks about the homes he represents. We had great fun discussing today’s home because Griffin is something…

If You’re Cool with Trolls for Neighbors, This Bridge House Is For You

By Mimi Perez | April 22, 2026 |

“Stunning, one-of-a-kind retreat on 5 private acres. What started as a simple bridge in the 1950s has evolved into an architectural marvel that defies expectation.” What they left off was “Bog monsters can be moody at times. Be careful.” They also left out: “Beware of trolls.” Short, squatty bodies with big butts. It’s understandable that…

Long-Simmering Oak Cliff Rezoning Dispute Heads to Council Amid Density Debate

By Charles Grand | April 21, 2026 |

A years-in-the-making rezoning case filed by former city plan commissioner Christian Chernock is coming before the Dallas City Council on Wednesday. Unsurprisingly, single-family residents who are opposed to the application plan on having their say. Chernock wants to rezone around 3.5 acres between Plymouth Road and the north terminus of North Boulevard Terrace in North…

We Don’t Usually Do This — But This Winnetka Heights Bungalow Is Worth a Second Look

By CandysDirt | April 21, 2026 |

There are houses, and then there are houses that stop you on the sidewalk, make you slow the car, and have you texting your agent before you’ve even pulled away. The newly refreshed listing at 214 S Montclair Ave. in Winnetka Heights is the latter, and it’s so nice that we just had to show…

CandysDirt Event: This Is the New Luxury Garage

By Shelby Skrhak | April 21, 2026 |

Garages used to be where you hid the clutter. Now, in a growing number of North Texas homes, they’re becoming one of the most intentional — and possibly overlooked — spaces in the house. From polished concrete floors and custom cabinetry to display lighting and performance-inspired design, “showroom garages” are quietly moving from niche upgrade…