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Your Historic Tile Fireplace Could Be Worth Thousands!

By Karen Eubank | November 28, 2024 |

Historic homes, especially in East Dallas and Oak Cliff, are full of some of the most incredible detail. There are unique features, like painted wall murals, detailed ironwork, and plaster log decorative ceiling beams. But it’s the obvious features like historic tile fireplace surrounds and hearths that are often dismissed and, horror of horrors, painted…

Wine Barrel Cabins in Fredericksburg Make for a Fun and Relaxing Getaway

By Mimi Perez | November 28, 2024 |

While known for its world-class shopping and incredible dining, Fredericksburg has always been known for its wine. The oldest winery in the Texas Hill Country dates back to the 1970s. With Bell Mountain Vineyards plowing the road those to come, wineries did not permanently make the Texas Hill Country home until the 1990s. There has…

Give Thanks for This Dells District Bungalow That Is Fabulous AND Affordable

By Brenda Masse | November 27, 2024 |

Pretty as a picture, this Dells District bungalow is ready to be the backdrop (or the centerpiece) of your next holiday card. Senior Loan Officer Lisa Peters of First Horizon knows how to pick ’em, because this week’s Highlight Home of the Week is going to make a very happy new homeowner, maybe even a happy new first…

It’s a Done Deal: Judge Approves Final Settlement in NAR Commissions Lawsuit

By CandysDirt | November 27, 2024 |

From staff reports A federal judge has approved a final settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a group of home sellers, requiring NAR to rewrite its commission rules and pay $418 million in damages. This settlement announced Tuesday stems from the class-action antitrust lawsuit accusing NAR and several brokerages of inflating seller-paid…

Guest Bedroom Essentials: What Every Holiday Host Needs to Know

By Elaine Raffel | November 27, 2024 |

Expecting visitors this holiday season? You’re not alone. Guest bedrooms get more use between Thanksgiving and New Year’s than at any other time of the year.

Not One But Two Dragons Go RAWR! at this North Carolina Home

By Mimi Perez | November 27, 2024 |

RAWR! RAWR! RAWR!  Believe me when I say you can not start a column about this week’s home any other way. I love this house so much that it has shot to the top of the list as my most fav, like ever. RAWR! Understand that it is tough to crack the top of that…