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Podcast: The Dark Secrets of Murder Homes Revealed With Realtors Heather Guild and Elena Richey

By Shelby Skrhak | March 1, 2024 |

“Did someone die in this house,?” is a natural curiosity question. If it’s an old home, the answer is yes. But how big a deal is that? What exactly is it that scares people from buying a so-called “murder home“? Tune in for this enhanced video episode of the Dallas Dirt podcast, where guest host…

Stunning Sales, a 10-year Milestone, And All The Top Producers: Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty Celebrates Another Great Year  

By CandysDirt | March 1, 2024 |

Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty president and CEO Russ Anderson, on a night of achievement that celebrates 365 days of achievement: I am surrounded by excellence.  Every day, I see what the agents of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty do for their clients — and each other. Guide the deal. Remove the obstacles. Calm the nerves.…

Dallas Is Spending Almost $4 Million on Economic Development Consulting Fees With HR&A Advisors

By April Towery | March 1, 2024 |

The Dallas City Council recently tacked on $1.58 million to an existing contract with HR&A Advisors for consulting work related to the city’s Economic Development Policy. The action extended HR&A’s contract one more year to June 30, 2025, increasing the total amount from $2.3 million to $3.9 million.  The contract almost sailed through with no discussion…

This Lake Highlands Contemporary Is an Incredible Creekside Escape

By Daniel Lalley | March 1, 2024 |

Lake Highlands in East Dallas is easily one of the most picturesque neighborhoods in the city. With an array of architectural styles and beautiful streetscapes, this area seamlessly blends suburban ease with surreal surroundings. Of course, some areas are especially captivating. If you go off the beaten path, you’ll discover enclaves that might seem more…

Recently Reduced: Here Are Three Fort Worth Homes We Love Worth a Second (or Third) Look

By Eric Prokesh | March 1, 2024 |

The most time-consuming part of writing Fort Worth Friday is finding homes and topics that will resonate with readers. That’s why I welcome the direction offered by sites like Realtor.com, which offers up listings they think I will like based on previous searches. However, this help does come with a downside. In “Recommended Homes,” I…

Susan Mathews Leads Westlake And Vaquero Real Estate Sales in 2023

By CandysDirt | February 29, 2024 |

Susan Mathews, an Executive Vice President at Allie Beth Allman & Associates, is the leading real estate agent in the legendary Vaquero community and all of Westlake with an impressive $110-plus million in sales in 2023, according to the Multiple Listing Service.  The key to her success lies in her strong work ethic and extensive…