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The Austin City Council took a bold leap last week, agreeing to allow builders to develop up to three housing units on almost any lot in the city where single-family homes are allowed, thereby reducing the minimum lot size necessary for dwellings. Dallas housing advocates, elected officials, and Not In My Backyard homeowners were watching, and…
In a word, yes. Find yourself a smart, creative interior designer, and your historic Highland Park home will stand a much better chance of survival. I’m not picking on Highland Park in particular. In general, if you have a historic home, you must meet the expectations buyers have today. That means keeping it up to…
While the creatures aren’t stirring, not even a mouse, the stockings must be hung by the chimney with care. We’re hoping, you know, that St. Nicholas will be here. It’s been well documented that Santa and Mrs. Claus have their North Pole home in order, including a fireplace. St. Nick knows it’s just so sad…
The Dallas Housing Opportunity Fund has a pipeline of shovel-ready affordable housing deals in place but needs investor funding to take them to the finish line, officials told members of the Dallas City Council’s Economic Development Committee earlier this month. Linda McMahon, president and CEO of The Real Estate Council, reviewed during a Dec. 4…
The new Collin Creek is on its way to fruition. Centurion American, in partnership with the City of Plano, has completed the infrastructure necessary so that lots can be turned over to builders. The first single-family homes should be on the market in 2024. The builders, which will have plans available for townhomes starting in…
It’s just over a week until the official start of winter, and your house needs some love. You know how I know this? Because you are at least knee-deep in holiday planning, and ain’t nobody got time for winter home maintenance. Also, our inspectors have no shortage of work and evidence of people not up-to-date…
