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A Rare Winnetka Heights Home That Inspired an Inventor Celebrates 100 Years 

By Karen Eubank | August 3, 2023 |

Winnetka Heights, one of the largest historic districts in Dallas, has long been known for its collection of Craftsman and Prairie homes. With more than 600 residences, it’s rare to find a grand house here with the Italian Renaissance styling usually reserved for Kessler Park Estates and Swiss Avenue.  Built in 1923 for William F.…

Hot Enough For Ya? Homes With Trees Are a Shady Solution to August Temps

By Joy Donovan | August 3, 2023 |

So, we’ve broken a few temperature records lately. Is anyone keeping score of how many? Or are you too busy fanning yourself and refilling the ice in the glass that was supposed to contain iced tea? Besides inserting one’s head inside the fridge, one must find another way to keep oneself from melting in August…

Barbie Dreamhouse Goes Gothic in Martha’s Vineyard

By Brenda Masse | August 3, 2023 |

When searching the world for our Extraordinary Investments series, we’re looking for a listing that is truly unique, in a fabulous destination, and worthy of going viral on social media. These criteria will ensure that as an investment property, the home will stay booked throughout the year — hopefully months, even years in advance. Given…

Barbie Brings The Vibe to Martha’s Vineyard in This Island Gothic Escape

By CandysDirt | August 3, 2023 |

When searching the world for our Extraordinary Investments series, we’re looking for a listing that is truly unique, in a fabulous destination, and worthy of going viral on social media. These criteria will ensure that as an investment property, the home will stay booked throughout the year — hopefully months, even years in advance. Given…

Simple Updates Turn a West Plano Traditional Home Into a Timeless Transitional

By Shelby Skrhak | August 2, 2023 |

This week’s Highlight Home of the Week, sponsored by Lisa Peters of Cardinal Financial takes us to West Plano where Michael Bepko of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate has this beautifully-updated listing that has the #homeinspo part of my brain spinning. The home at 5905 Fossil Ridge garnered multiple offers in its five days on the…

Tokalon Drive Residents Organize in Opposition to Lakewood Conservation District Expansion

By April Towery | August 2, 2023 |

The road to an expanded conservation district has been a long one for the residents of Lakewood, so it only stings more to see the residents of Tokalon Drive — frequently heralded as one of the most beautiful streets in Dallas — have organized against it.  Those who assembled to protect their neighborhood from teardowns…