dfw: Big Changes Coming to DFW in the next 10 Years
- 03/11/17 04:13 PM
Everything is Bigger in Texas, and about to get even BIGGER in Dallas-Fort Worth! DFW is about to undergo some changes over the next decade, all impacted largely by one thing only: population growth. Mike Eastland, CEO of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, says Dallas-Fort Worth aims to be innovative with preserving natural resources and meeting the demands of a booming city. Dallas anticipates a growth in population from 7.3 million to about 9 million people by 2027. Small suburban towns can expect tenfold their current population, within the same amount of time! High Speed Rail - You may have heard a … (2 comments)
I would love to know what goals you have in the New Year. For many, January 1 marks the starting line for the race ahead, and I know many people who have their sights set on homeownership or a larger space this year. If more living room is in your future, and you want to know how to make that possible, I'm your girl. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have about the process, what you can afford, or how to go about getting a loan. You have questions, and I have the experience. Let's make 2017 … (1 comments)
dfw: Happy New Year
- 12/31/16 07:26 AM
As we say goodbye to 2016, I'd like to thank all of my clients for your continued support via repeat business and referrals. Because of you, I've been able to assist many families realize their real estate dreams and look to 2017 to be even better! It's been an honor to serve on the Dallas City Center Board of Directors, too, to be at the forefront of Realtor practices which impact you. My clients are never treated like a number. Their questions are welcomed, their lives are impacted and their goals are at the forefront of everything we do. Here's to an … (6 comments)
dfw: Summer is Here. We Need You... and Your Home!
- 06/09/15 03:12 AM
So, you're pretty "in touch" with the happenings of Dallas. And you keep abreast of the real estate market. Things look HOT, right? Well, I'm here to tell you, that even though the real estate market has improved over the last couple of years, we have yet to reach full recovery – inventory is still low! Demand has increased dramatically. And housing inventory is still hard to come by, especially at the entry level... The National Association of Realtors (NAR) revealed that there is a pent-up seller demand... all different causes, one of which might be great financing rates that continue to be historically the best in certain … (0 comments)
dfw: Accurate Listing Information on a Mobile App!
- 05/04/15 05:24 AM
Introducing Home Scouting®, the smartest mobile app available for a complete house hunting experience. If you're anything like me, the home search has created somewhat of a monster in you. You'll be searching for homes night and day, keeping abreast of the market and what's out there. And with smart phone technology, you're likely considering an App to download for up-to-date listings. Just as with Realtors, some are far superior than the rest... Go ahead and give it a whirl. It's FREE for both Apple and Android, and you can use the VIP code 9729783109 to get started. I'd love to hear your … (0 comments)
dfw: 'Home Scouting' App... Your Home Search Source
- 04/22/15 06:07 AM
I'm so excited to announce a partnership app that I'm offering, which will allow clients, friends and family to search properties (both listed and sold) on their phones. Everything is mobile. Everything is at the touch of a screen. Now, you can enjoy updated information, straight from MLS, at your fingertips. This app allows constant communication, map-based searches for active and sold listings, real-time saved search updates, and neighborhood info including school districts. Other home search apps tend to have outdated information, which can be incredibly frustrating. This app is real-time, with updates available according to your specifications. You are in control. I would … (0 comments)
dfw: Deep Ellum Race! Urban Race + Instagram Scavenger Hunt
- 04/16/15 03:40 AM
Don't you just crave a good Scavenger Hunt, sometimes? Like the old days of working together, figuring out clues and making the jog to your next destination? The 2nd Annual Deep Ellum Urban Race is coming up, April 25th. Think ‘The Amazing Race’, but with a Deep Ellum vibe. The challenges range from pop-culture trivia to local history, with your team (2-4 people) working together on such tasks as painting murals, crafting instruments, and solving brain bending riddles. And what better way to wind down then with cold drinks, music, and games. Once you’ve finished the race, kick back at a super cool … (1 comments)
dfw: 'Swap and Flea' Event this weekend. Get ready to bargain!
- 04/16/15 03:13 AM
Have some dough to spend and love all things unique? AWESOME! This Sunday, April 19th, The Gypsy Wagon will become home to the annual Swap and Flea event and I can't wait. It's a 6 hour swap meets flea market meets vendor meetup that allows bargain hunters (like me) to come and grab some unique loot for a pretty good deal! The whole premise is to eliminate the far drive for a really good voyage into the art of junking (and rehabing and refinishing and retrofitting...). And the creators didn't want a whole bunch of beaded tube socks, jewelry, or macrame arts-and-crafts. This … (2 comments)
dfw: Big D Reads - Dallas Book Club + Events = FUN!
- 04/16/15 02:55 AM
I've just become aware of a pretty cool initiative here in Dallas, for a community-wide book club and sharing experience that is in it's second year. 'Big D Reads' as it's called, is geared toward 9th grade students of DISD. They produce literally dozens of special events centered on one book, including an opening event, a closing party, poetry slams, educational events/speakers, movie screenings, a festival at Klyde Warren Park, and as many other community interactions as the budget allows. Simultaneously, 17,000 books are distributed to DISD students, as well as DART riders, hospital waiting rooms, and every branch of the … (0 comments)
dfw: Repeat Earthquakes - Do they carry risk for my home's value?
- 01/06/15 07:31 AM
North Texas has never really been on the map for being known as Earthquake prone property. But we sure are establishing ourselves in short order! Irving, my hometown, has experienced over a dozen earthquakes in the last year. Another occurred yesterday (and the day before), logging it up to a 3.7 magnitude - enough to be felt by those in Fort Worth and as far as my neighborhood in East Dallas. So the question that pops to mind is the impact that continuing earthquakes like this will have on the housing market. There are so many variables that we tend to … (1 comments)
dfw: Me Against Myself
- 12/30/14 03:46 AM
I'm not much of a resolution girl. So, I think this is going to be my promise for next year — to be resolute. The definition of the word is “admirably purposeful, determined, unwavering.” That’s something I can get behind! I feel like with a lot of the stress of this last year, it was incredibly easy to feel sapped creatively, physically, and emotionally. In 2015, I’m looking for calmer water — which makes having admirable purposeand determination a whole lot easier! So, no gym membership or quitting a bad habit. My resolution is for resolution, both in life and in … (4 comments)
dfw: Reilly Elementary Pumpkin-Palooza Fall Carnival this Friday, Oct 24
- 10/20/14 05:43 AM
Mark your calendars and cancel plans... You are invited to the 2014 Martha T. Reilly Elementary PUMPKIN-PALOOZA Fall Carnival this Friday, October 24th from 6:00 - 9:00pm! Join us for carnival games and activities, a bounce house, cake walk, face painting... you can even have your fortune told by Madame Fortuna, our very own fortune teller! Bid for prizes and gift baskets from local businesses and sponsors at our silent auction, and nosh on pizza, hot dogs, cotton candy. And what type of carnival would this be without our very own Haunted House? Everyone is Welcome - bring the kids, friends, and … (1 comments)
dfw: Is Real Estate Superficial? Are Realtors Materialistic?
- 09/17/14 09:23 AM
There's an old adage about real estate, applicable to many professions - that it takes money to make money. But does this mean that real estate is a materialistic profession? Maybe the wrong question to ask I sit in the middle of the glitz of a Dallas skyline… nonetheless, it may be interesting to reflect on the resources at daily use of a Realtor, if you're thinking about joining the industry or maybe observing from an outsiders perspective. The Car As with many big city slickers, Dallas Realtors are notorious for their vehicle. And while I don't care to expose … (3 comments)
dfw: Routine Maintenance Minder!
- 09/12/14 05:34 AM
Ummm, hello Fall! It's 70° outside right now, which is a bit of a shock to the system (welcome, I might add) and got me thinking about seasonal maintenance on your home. I have a 'maintenance minder' on my car, a little computer reminder when the time comes to get an oil change or an alert if my tire pressure is low. I can't tell you how thankful I am for that, since life seems to blur by at times. So, in order to get the most out of your home and the elements within, I created a handy Preventative Maintenance … (1 comments)
dfw: Celebrate Independence Day in Dallas, DFW 2014
- 07/03/14 03:12 AM
Happy Fourth of July to you and yours! With each year's celebration of Freedom, I love to celebrate my appreciation for clients, family and friends. We are in the works of constructing a Lemonade stand for tomorrow's neighborhood celebration... What are you doing?
If you've yet to decide how you will be spending your Summer days this weekend, take a look at the assembled list below of Dallas Fort-Worth Independence Day Celebrations for July 2014. Dallas Wind Symphony’s Star-Spangled Spectacular (July 4). Ever since Archibald Willard decided to toss a flute into his 1875 Yankee Doodle painting, The Spirit of 76, the wind … (1 comments)
dfw: New Commercial Development - Strip Center Details in East Dallas
- 06/06/14 02:21 AM
East Dallas has been under quite the buzz with speculation and hypothesis of what is to come for the dust filled corner of Gaston and Garland Avenue. What served for many years as the hub of weekend activity with a Latin Dance Club, it saw many years prior to as a vacant lot with a shell of commercial space. For a short time, the YMCA located in the strip center and has since moved across to the East Side of Gaston. With money and new homeowners coming to East Dallas, the city has taken notice.
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dfw: Have You been Waiting for Spring?
- 03/20/14 05:45 AM
It's Spring Equinox! If you've been waiting for the traditional "Spring Market" to arrive, here you go. See invitiation below. The Spring Market has traditionally meant that Homeowners are ready to list, and Buyers are in full buying mode, touring options. While the market has been busy since January of 2013 with unprecedented activity and lower than normal interest rates, it is officially Spring. Let this be your excuse to explore options and get into the market before a cool-down. Contact me to find out the value of your home, map out your Buying power and options, or just to chat over … (0 comments)
dfw: Summer Camp: Choosing the Right Camp for your Child
- 03/05/14 10:44 AM
Summer Camp is fast approaching! And that means that registration will come due here soon. If you are curious about finding the right Summer Camp for your child(ren), consider reviewing some of these area Camps, along with 10 Questions to ask When Choosing a Summer Camp: 1. What's the camp philosophy? Is it one you're comfortable with as a parent? Is it a good match for your child's temperament? 2. How does the camp recruit, screen and train its staff? Do counselors have criminal background checks? First aid training? 3. What about return rates? How many counselors are returning this year? … (2 comments)
dfw: Weekly Mortgage Rates: 30yr Fixed - 4.625%; 15yr Fixed - 3.75%
- 01/07/14 11:59 PM
Mortgage rates saw moderate change throughout the short week of the New Year Holiday, while the US economic and employment outlooks improved. Jobless Claims were better than expected, remaining below their 350,000 cap for an improving job market. While Pending Home Sales fell slightly short of their expectations, the Dallas Manufacturing index and Construction Spending both beat their expectations - I keep close ties with the civil engineering and surveying business here locally, and can attest that things are improving greatly. The Consumer Confidence index far shattered it's estimate, as American views of current economic conditions jumped the highest since April, 2008. … (0 comments)
dfw: New Priorities - 2014 Housing Predictions in Dallas-Fort Worth
- 01/02/14 10:12 AM
Getting yourself in order for the New Year? Maybe that means reflecting on the year passed - what it brought to you, and what you brought in return. Losing weight, quitting that bad habit, picking up a good habit? Did you think about making it a resolution to get your finances and budget in order for homeownership? Or upgrading your homes condition, even moving-up into the home that you've had your eye on? With a new year comes new opportunity. There are many predictors and expectations, and if we base our activity for this year off of what we experienced in … (2 comments)
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Everything is Bigger in Texas, and about to get even BIGGER in Dallas-Fort Worth! DFW is about to undergo some changes over the next decade, all impacted largely by one thing only: population growth. Mike Eastland, CEO of the North Central Texas Council of Governments, says Dallas-Fort Worth aims to be innovative with preserving natural resources and meeting the demands of a booming city.
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