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Colorado Listing’s 1970s Decor Will Have Your Head Spinning Like a Disco Ball

By Mimi Perez | December 13, 2023 |

Growing up in the ‘70s was wild. Every misconception I have about home decor is centered around three things: is it shiny, is it an animal print, or could it be easily mistaken for a disco? If the answer to any of those questions is “yes” then baby, I’m going to love it. Case in…

The Long-Vacant Mediterranean Mansion on Buckner Boulevard Just Went Contingent

By Joanna England | December 12, 2023 |

The Mediterranean on Buckner Boulevard surrounded by wire fencing has excited imaginations for decades. With stories and lore attached to the home that sits back from the six-lane thoroughfare, it’s a constant source of speculation. But one thing is for sure: The historic estate on 1425 N. Buckner Blvd. just went contingent. Marketed by Brent…

Podcast: Realtor Darwin Stephens’ Playbook on Selling Without the Hard Sell

By Shelby Skrhak | December 12, 2023 |

In this episode of Dallas Dirt, host Candy Evans sits down with a rising star of the real estate scene, agent Darwin Stephens, and explores the nuances of real estate without the traditional hard sell. Stephens is a Dallas-Fort Worth Realtor and chairman of MetroTex’s Young Professionals Network. Candy dives deep into Darwin’s approach, unraveling…

This Ranch-Style Home Puts The Northaven Trail at Your Back Door

By Karen Eubank | December 12, 2023 |

There are so many reasons Ranch-style homes have become the most sought-after houses in Dallas, but the main reason is that they work beautifully for family living. When the uniquely American Ranch-style house was created by Cliff May in San Diego, California, he designed it with families and the climate in mind. With year-round sunshine…

Luxury Listings With Lots of Land Abound in Fort Worth, Texas’ Fastest Growing City

By April Towery | December 12, 2023 |

Fort Worth is the fastest-growing city in Texas, and by the looks of the homes on the market, there are plenty of options for those looking to relocate.  Fort Worth boasts a booming downtown, economic development opportunities, and ample available real estate.  The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported in late November that Cowtown gained 48,542 new…

RSVP Now For Tomorrow’s Transforming Spaces: The Art And Science of Property Remodeling And Flipping

By Nikki Barringer | December 12, 2023 |

Does anyone remember when Vanessa Bayer would play Miley Cyrus on SNL and repeatedly say It’s pretty cool? That’s this. But without Studio 8H. Here’s what happened: Compass Real Estate’s Mandy Mahoney has a listing. It’s a largely original, single-owner, 1976-construction home. The owner purchased it from the builder, Sherwood Homes, and still has the…