Can’t Wait for the Next Season of Stranger Things? These Weird Home Inspection Finds Will Tide You Over
As a home inspector, sometimes you’ll encounter a house or even just a room that is just … strange. Now, if you’re not familiar with the show Stranger Things on Netflix, it’s a science fiction series set in the 1980’s — basically, if Stephen King and Steven Spielberg had a baby, it would be their…
Jump on This Stylish Starter in the Heart of Hollywood Heights Santa Monica
One of Dallas’ first conservation districts, Hollywood/Santa Monica is a coveted location for countless reasons. Nestled next to White Rock Lake, this historic enclave features access to all the attractions that make East Dallas so appealing. Whether you’re into the outdoors or simply love to shop, there are so many local amenities that you nev...
‘Retail Follows Rooftops’ as D-FW Sees a Healthy Surge in Construction and Demand
Retail construction is surging in North Texas, lending truth to the old real estate adage that retail follows rooftops. CRE firm Partners Real Estate recently published its quarterly market report on the retail sector in D-FW, and the Metroplex saw a hell of a bump in Q2 in terms of square footage delivered and its…
A Design Dream Team Collaborates on the Rivercrest Home Everybody’s Whispering About
Whispering, yes because this property is so under the radar that it isn’t even on MLS. We all love an insider scoop so I was delighted to be let in on this Rivercrest gem with a pedigree at 1616 Carleton Avenue, run by some of my favorite people. Uber-talented designer Julie Hayes, husband Jay, and…
This $500K Home Sits in One of Fort Worth’s Hottest ZIP Codes
The ZIP code 76177 is a pretty strong magnet these days. Highly rated schools, easy access to major thoroughfares, and a reasonable price tag bring home buyers to the booming 76177 ZIP code. It’s an area attracting home buyers, thanks to its mix of affordable new builds, top schools, and proximity to major employers. It’s…
This Historic Hollywood Heights Tudor Comes With a Pool and a Front-Row Seat to the Party
What could be better than a beautifully updated historic Hollywood Heights Storybook Tudor? Well, it’s summer, so one with a pool is at the top of my list. We all know, when you buy a house, you don’t just buy a property — you buy into a neighborhood. I can tell you firsthand that it’s…
Divided Federal Reserve Holds Off on Rate Cut, Leaving Antsy Homebuyers Waiting
Prospective homebuyers might have to wait longer for mortgage rates to dip down after the Federal Reserve decided to maintain benchmark interest rates on Wednesday, despite some dissension on the central bank’s board of governors. The move marks the fifth consecutive meeting the Federal Reserve opted against cutting rates. This month’s meet...
Texas’ First Waldorf Astoria Set for 2027 Opening in Fredericksburg
Waldorf Astoria is betting big on Fredericksburg. The luxury hotelier’s next move brings Texas its first branded residences — and elevates wine country living in the process. The 106-acre Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country will include 60 hotel rooms and suites, five restaurants, a full-service spa, and branded residences starting at $2.9 milli...
Room to Roam in Kessler Park: This Ranch-Style Home Surprises with Space and Color
For this week’s Highlight Home of the Week sponsored by Lisa Peters, Senior Loan Officer with First Horizon, we have a picture-perfect 1950-built Ranch-style in the heart of Kessler Park. This beauty is special in that it offers a rare five bedrooms and three baths over a whopping 3,380 square feet, and it’s positioned on…