Irving

Hackberry Creek is One of The Best Neighborhoods You Can Find

By Karen Eubank / January 11, 2022 /

Neighborhoods like Hackberry Creek always remind me of growing up on military bases, which were undoubtedly the first gated community concept. Security was a given, and so was a great lifestyle. If you’ve ever lived in a gated community, it’s always the first choice. If you have not lived in one, trust me, you want…

This Irving Home Was Renovated by an Architect And it Shows

By Nikki Barringer / August 31, 2021 /

Irving, I didn’t know you had it in you, but just look at this little stunner. It’s a 1971 home that’s been completely redone. And if you’re like, “Dang, that looks REALLY good,” it should. One of the owners is an architect and he did it all. New water heater, new HVAC, new electrical panel,…

How Irving Residents Can Provide Input on the City’s 20-Year Housing Strategy

By Tommy Cummings / March 21, 2021 /

The city of Irving already got high marks for its housing market. In a recent report, Niche ranked Irving the 30th-best place to buy a house in America. America. But Irving is looking to up its game even more. This week, the city will host two town halls, one in English and one in Spanish,…

Plano Earns Another ‘Best’ Designation From Forbes, Plus Other Reports

By Tommy Cummings / March 8, 2021 /

Of the 100 largest cities is the U.S., Plano is the best for renters, according to a recent analysis by Forbes Advisor.

4 Dallas-Fort Worth Suburban Homes with Eye-Catching Elevators

By Tommy Cummings / February 14, 2021 /

As people move to multistory homes in the suburbs to set up families, curb costs, and transition to remote work, installing a residential elevator provides value in forward-looking investment and safety, especially if the home will be kept through retirement.