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This Town Creek Home Presents an Incredible Value For a Lucky Buyer

By Joanna England | April 10, 2024 |

Which would you prefer: A home that has been completely renovated from the studs out or a home that has been carefully maintained and subtly updated for decades? Personally, I’d choose the latter as time is the true test of a home, and if it looks as good as this new Town Creek listing from…

Test Your Home Inspection Knowledge With Another Round of “What’s Wrong With This Picture?”

By Brenda Masse | April 10, 2024 |

If you’ve been following Upon Closer Inspection for awhile, you know we like to test your knowledge occasionally with a round of “What’s Wrong With This Picture?” See if you can guess the home inspection deficiency just by looking at the following photos! What’s Going On With This Pergola Frame? Good question. They either put…

Former City Planner Says Tax Credit Programs Are Turning Dallas Into a ‘Welfare Dormitory’ For Prosperous Suburbs

By April Towery | April 10, 2024 |

Southern Dallas homeowner Darryl Baker says Dallas is concentrating a lot of tax credit rental projects in the area where he lives, and it’s a misguided approach to an affordable housing crisis that doesn’t exist — at least in that particular area.  Similar to Dallas shouldering the burden of housing the homeless for the entire…

Malibu Home Makes You Feel Like An Uncomfortable Geranium

By Mimi Perez | April 10, 2024 |

As we get older our priorities tend to change. For instance, at this point in time I am prioritizing comfort. Comfortable clothes. Comfortable shoes. Comfortable bras. If it is not comfortable I am truly not interested. You see, I do not have to do this move anymore because my bras are comfortable. I digress. It…

[Podcast] Yes, Forward Dallas Is About Change, Says Committee Member

By Shelby Skrhak | April 9, 2024 |

On this episode of Dallas Dirt, CandysDirt.com City Hall Editor April Towery spoke to one of the committee members who helped draft the controversial Forward Dallas, the comprehensive land use plan that is seemingly turning vocal homeowners against the city. Opponents have accused the city planning staff of having an agenda, but guest Nathaniel Barrett…

Understanding The Differences Between Title Insurance And Homeowners Insurance

By CandysDirt | April 9, 2024 |

As a crucial aspect of homeownership, insurance plays a pivotal role in safeguarding your investment and providing peace of mind. For many homeowners, understanding the nuances between various insurance types can be daunting. At Republic Title, we frequently receive inquiries about the distinctions between title insurance and homeowners insurance. In this article, we’ll delve into…