Dallas

Planned DHA Rezoning in Oak Lawn Increases Density, Decreases Parking, And Isn't Sustainable

By Joanna England / September 3, 2013 /

There used to be a time when I decried “NIMBYism.” It seemed shallow for some people to object to city developments that would be good for several people just because it would impact a nearby homeowner. That was before I bought my first home. Now, I’ll admit to having a few NIMBY moments of my…

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Dallas Real Estate Week in Review: Dallas Home Prices Jumped 8% In June, But Don't Like Throw a Party or Anything (Yet)

By Candy Evans / August 30, 2013 /

We got some more good news out of Case-Shiller this week, but we were quick to be warned not to get too excited. I swear, will it ever be Miller Time? Dallas-area home prices rose a record amount in June, 8% over last June, but rising mortgage rates, the growing mess in Syria, and economic…

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Crystal Gonzalez May Be Young, But She Has Ambition, Passion, And Deep Dedication To Serving Clients

By Joanna England / August 29, 2013 /

When I first met Crystal Gonzalez, I was impressed. She’s smart but accessible, kind but tough, and above all, she’s passionate about homes. The Lubbock native and David Griffin Realtor lives in Winnetka Heights and strives to serve her community, and Dallas as a whole, as both an agent and a citizen.

Gonzalez, who’s as beautiful as she is busy, sat down and answered a few questions for CandysDirt.com. We’re pleased as punch to have her on the blog! Find out more about this young, insightful Realtor after the jump!

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Inwood Mortgage Home of The Week: On One of Lakewood's Most Prestigious Streets Sits a Tudor That REALLY Turns Heads

By Candy Evans / August 28, 2013 /

I have driven down this street, Brookside, off LaVista, so many times on my way to Hollywood Heights/Santa Monica where my daughter now lives. Every time I marvel at how pretty Brookside is, and how the homes on one side all back up to the Lakewood Country Club. What a perfect place to live —…

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Dallas Agent Sam Sawyer Uber Upset That Dallas Doing In Uber…

By Candy Evans / August 27, 2013 /

Briggs-Freeman Sotheby’s agent Sam Sawyer had the very same reaction Joanna and I did to this ridiculous anti-Uber move on the part of Dallas taxis. No, I have not taken a Dallas taxi in years, not since the last ride when my butt not only counted but memorized the rusted springs in the seat. Last…

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