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Rare Single-Story Townhome in Gated Fort Worth Community

By Seth Fowler | April 4, 2023 |

When I say the word, “townhome” you probably think of a skinny, two-story or taller, narrow building with shared walls, squished rooms, and not a lot of natural light. If that’s what popped into your mind then I’m about to blow your mind. Welcome to a different kind of townhome. Welcome to the gated neighborhood…

Three Things to Know About How OPEC’s Oil Prices And Jobs Reports Affect Mortgage Markets

By CandysDirt.com Contributor | April 3, 2023 |

By Ryan Casey Stephens,  FPQP®Special Contributor Mortgage interest rates will trend in an upward or downward direction this year, but it will not be a straight line. It’s normal to expect stretches of higher and lower rates, regardless of the overall trend line. Experts believe we might be entering another slump where slightly higher interest…

The 2022 Kipp’s Bay Decorator Show House Grows up And Goes on The Market

By Karen Eubank | April 3, 2023 |

A show house is the residential equivalent of a Met Gala. It becomes a fantasyland with a kaleidoscope of colors and a myriad of extravagant textures, wallpapers, and finishes for a short and sweet time. A show house will challenge our design perceptions like Zendaya in her Joan of Arc-inspired Versace for the 2018 Met…

On The White Rock Home Tour, This Restored Ju-Nel Home Benefits From the Power of ‘No’

By Joy Donovan | April 3, 2023 |

Saying no, and saying it again, is how Summer Riggins and Jill Reeves got the house they wanted. Saying no and not being afraid to say it again helped the couple remodel their Midcentury Modern home in their vision. When workers wanted to remodel using easier methods, replace with trendy materials, or cut corners, they…

Crime is Down in South Dallas/Fair Park But Local Police Aren’t Backing a D7 City Council Candidate

By April Towery | April 3, 2023 |

When the Dallas Police Association Political Action Committee released its sought-after city council candidate endorsements last week, there were a few blank spaces, notably, no endorsements were made in Districts 3 and 7. DPA officials have said they would soon have a recommendation in the District 11 race, which includes CandysDirt.com founder and publisher Candace…

Corson Cramer Development Purchases 43 Acres in McKinney’s ETJ With Plans For 104 Residential Lots

By Mike Albanese | April 3, 2023 |

Dallas-based Corson Cramer Development announced they have purchased 43 acres in McKinney’s extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ), and the development will have 104 residential lots built by Perry Homes.  “We are excited to complete our sixth land acquisition, our first in 2023, and to expand our relationship with Perry Homes,” says Brian Cramer, co-founder and managing director…