Dallas real estate news

Dallas Philanthropist and Billionaire Charles Wyly Dies Tragically in Aspen, Colorado Auto Wreck

By Candy Evans / August 7, 2011 /

Update: I’ve received a note from Mr. Wyly’s cousin (in comments) clarifying that the Michaels Arts & Crafts stores that were founded by Charles and Sam Wyly were sold while quite profitable. The business downturn apparently with subsequent owners.   I am sad to report that Dallas philanthropist and billionaire Charles Wyly, whose name is on the Dee and…

Dallas Real Estate News: Talking Dallas Home Prices on Channel 5’s NonStop Nightly

By Candy Evans / August 3, 2011 /

I drove out to Fort Worth less than 24 hours after getting in from cool northern California to talk real estate with Jane McGarry over at KXAS Channel 5’s NonStop Nightly. The temp was 110 degrees — wish the real estate market could be that hot! View more videos at: http://www.nbcdfw.com.

Al and Erin Hill May Be Moving Out of Highland Park Home, Dismissing Staff – Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / July 29, 2011 /

Recall the story of Al and Erin Hill? A source now tells me that major changes have been made in the Hill household over there on Bordeaux. Last week, according to sources, employees were told they would be paid until the end of the month, and then their services would no longer be needed. And the…

For Sale By Owners: Gotta Love Them –Dallas Real Estate News

By Candy Evans / July 22, 2011 /

Who ya gonna call???

Spelling Manor Sells & The Palomar Rises: Who Says The Kids Aren’t Buying Real Estate?

By Candy Evans / July 15, 2011 /

Who says the kids aren’t buying real estate? Candy Spelling closed on Spelling Manor, the most expensive real estate transaction in southern California and probably the U.S., the buyer rumored to be Petra Ecclestone, heiress to the Formula One racing empire and daughter of British billionaire Bernie Ecclestone.  Petra is all of 22 years old, by the…