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Dallas Designers Burkle, Showers, Maestri , and More Pegged for Kips Bay Decorator Show House

By CandysDirt | August 30, 2024 |

The Kips Bay Decorator Show House has announced this year’s lineup of 25 celebrated designers and architects who will transform the 2-acre estate at 2999 Turtle Creek Blvd. Open to the public for three weeks beginning Friday, October 25th, the Show House doubles as the nation’s leading design event of the year and a major…

Understanding Title Commitments with Republic Title

By CandysDirt | August 29, 2024 |

When it comes to real estate transactions, few documents are as important as the title commitment. This essential document, provided by the title company, serves as a roadmap for all parties involved, outlining the state of the property’s title and highlighting any potential issues that may need to be addressed before closing. At Republic Title,…

What Can the Board of Adjustment Do About Elm Thicket’s Erroneously-Issued Building Permits?

By April Towery | August 29, 2024 |

When it comes to erroneously issued building permits in Dallas’ Elm Thicket/Northpark neighborhood and the subsequent “stop work orders,” many are shouting for five volunteer officials who sit on the Board of Adjustment’s Panel A to “do the right thing.” But it would appear they have differing opinions on what the right thing is.  The…

Come Fly With Me to The Braniff International History and Architecture Conference

By Karen Eubank | August 29, 2024 |

Once upon a time, flying was a glamorous event, and flying on Braniff International Airlines was the pinnacle of stylish travel. If you never experienced the glam years of travel, don’t know anything about Braniff, or simply want to relive the glory days, you’ll want to attend their upcoming conference on September 14. No other…

Councilwoman Paula Blackmon Highlights Her East Dallas District

By Shelby Skrhak | August 29, 2024 |

In this episode of Dallas Dirt, host April Towery sits down with District 9 Councilwoman Paula Blackman to discuss the latest happenings at City Hall. Topics include the comprehensive land use plan ForwardDallas 2.0, homelessness initiatives, the city’s Vision Zero plan to reduce traffic fatalities, and the city manager search. Blackman also shares insights into…

First United Bank Welcomes DFW Real Estate to the Preston Financial District

By Candy Evans | August 28, 2024 |

My favorite month of the year is about to say adios. I love August, despite the heat. August is named after Rome’s first emperor, the lofty Augustus who reportedly never broke a sweat. And neither did Team CandysDirt.com as we welcomed summer celebrating First United Bank’s fabulous “Real Estate Event in the Preston Financial District.”…