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On National Dog Day, Check Out These Projects Builders Have Created For Furbabies

By Sylvia Bloom | August 26, 2022 |

For many people buying or building a new home, space for their four-legged furry friends is a must. Fortunately, builders are willing and ready to meet their needs. For National Dog Day, I compiled some of the best examples of dog-friendly home features in North Texas. Ruff-a-Dub-Dub The Avant Group is well attuned to the…

Public Meetings Kick Off Aug. 31 in Bid to Expand The Lakewood Conservation District

By April Towery | August 26, 2022 |

Residents can comment on the proposed Lakewood Conservation District project — and talk to city officials about what the measure would mean for the future of their property and the affected Monticello and Westlake neighborhoods — in a series of public hearings kicking off Aug. 31. Signatures supporting the proposal were collected from far more…

How is This Classic Home Near River Crest Country Club Still on The Market?

By Eric Prokesh | August 26, 2022 |

There’s hardly an explanation for this phenomenon. Location? Across the street from River Crest Country Club golf course. Price? About $1 million below the median price in the area. While summer is not the ideal time to put a house on the market, it’s difficult to fathom how this near-perfect property has been on the…

It’s All About Live, Work, and Play In This Week’s Open Houses

By April Towery | August 25, 2022 |

More people are working from home these days, and it’s changed the game in what buyers want in a floor plan, smart appliances, and the ever-important backyard oasis.  In this segment of CandysDirt.com Open Houses of the Week, we’ve selected three huge properties that have meet the needs of live, work, and play in a…

Pirate Ship May Float Your Vacation Boat

By Mimi Perez | August 25, 2022 |

Virginia is for lovers but it is also for scallywags, saucy serving wenches and pirate ships. If the pirate’s life has ever called to you, then you need to reach out to Capt. Dan Corder. “Capt. Dan” has refurbished 33 ships in a pirate theme and his latest creation is on the market right now…

Fresh Air: Dallas Luxury High-Rise Market Update

By Candy Evans | August 25, 2022 |

Ask veteran Allie Beth Allman and Associates real estate agent Sue Krider about vertical living in Dallas and be prepared for a steady stream of valuable information including market insights, facts and figures, and a healthy dose of experience.  As the authority on high-rise living in DFW, Krider knows the luxury market and the most…