Historic Homes
In an exciting win for historic preservation, the Scott-Barker House in Melissa, Collin County, Texas —a Registered Texas Historic Landmark and the oldest surviving structure in Melissa —has been rescued from the wrecking ball by a private citizen. Lillie Miller, founder and president of the Melissa Historical Society, and a board member with the Collin County…
Seldom does a week go by when I’m not reading an MLS description of a historic home and smacking my hand to my head. This is because there is a general lack of education about them. Whether you are a Realtor, buyer, or seller, it’s crucial to understand what you are marketing or purchasing. The…
I can’t tell you how rare it is to find two flawlessly updated Tudors in Hollywood Heights that are under 700K. I’ve lived in this adorable neighborhood for decades, and it just keeps getting better. I think we may have the hippest buyers in town because each year when I write our home tour brochure…
Yellow, my dear, is all the rage this year. I know it will come as quite a shock to those of you who were just sure that gray on gray-on-gray trend was forever and always a sure thing. Think again, sunshine. From the color of butter to the vibrancy of marigold, yellow is an “it”…
After more than three years of debate and at least 18 community meetings, the proposed Lakewood Conservation District expansion is finally going to the Dallas City Council for a vote on Feb. 26. With the City Plan Commission’s unanimous approval in November, there’s reason to be hopeful. People move to Lakewood for many reasons. Certainly, location is…
