dallas: 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)
dallas: 12 Things You Should Stop Wasting Money on So You Can Save for a House
- 10/18/16 06:10 AM
Bernard Salt opened a can of whoop-ass on the “youth of today” in a piece called “Moralizers, We Need You!” in The Australian (very cool, very hip) about the evils of hipster cafes. With a heavy dose of satire, and probably a good pinch of long brewed frustration, he observes the parallels between the young that are in a renting fix, versus the older “middle-aged” sages that built wealth or financial stability little by little. Namely, by cutting out $22 avocado toast breakfasts. Whether it’s a generational thing or not, I can safely agree that I look back and realize the frivolous … (3 comments)
dallas: White House look-a-like asking a cool $15m
- 01/06/16 10:26 PM
Limestone exteriors and a semi-circle colonnade? Check! This 16,000 square footer on Strait Lane is available for you to live out all of your presidential fantasies. Sure, it’s a bit more French chateau than Oval Office, but it’s got four bedrooms, a massive brick wine cellar, amazing chandeliers, and sits on over 3 acres of prime Dallas dirt. This one was on the market for some time previously, when the Estate listed it at $19M. Perhaps now it’ll be a bit more approachable for the presidential wishful…
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dallas: Increase Your Resale Value - Top 5 Renovations
- 10/04/15 03:02 AM
If you're considering putting your home on the market, there are a plethora of improvements you can make that will attract buyers to your home. But chatting with your neighbor or watching HGTV won't necessarily tell you which of those improvements to put money into. The trick is to spend on improvements what you will recoup (or, mostly) when you decide to sell. Here are the Top 5 Ways to Increase Your Resale Value that agents almost universally agree are HOT. Kitchen -- The heart of the home, it's the room that also gets the most ooh's and aah's from visitors and … (2 comments)
dallas: Registry Gifts I Should Have Asked For
- 07/02/15 05:23 AM
Spring and Summer seem to be true seasons of gift giving, if you ask me. Engagement and graduation parties, weddings and housewarming invites - not to mention the block party or barbecue that you’d rather not show up to empty handed. I pride myself on being a quality gifter - it’s really thrilling for me to see someone appreciate and utilize a gift that was hand selected with time and thought. So when you find yourself in need of the perfect gift idea, here’s a handy cheat list of presents that will reflect well on you and be cherished over and over… For … (0 comments)
dallas: Renting? How to Add Personality to a Temporary Space
- 06/12/15 07:59 AM
So you want to decorate your rental place. I’ve moved more in the last four years than I care to admit. Thankfully, I’m done for a while, and have a space that I can fully flex my muscles on to hang, plant and “own” the crud out of. I’ve lived in spaces between 674 sq ft and 2,320 sq ft, and all different construction styles - WWII wood-sided to brick modern with oriental flair. It’s taught me a lot about making the most of a space, especially when I’m only there temporarily. 1. Change your light You’d be surprised what bright new bulbs … (3 comments)
➡ Saturday: 1215 North Beacon, Dallas from 1:00-3:00 Come and see this corner lot Historic Home, situated a block from Swiss Avenue. Main home features 2 beds, 2.5 baths with the ideal combination of updated and original. Also enjoy detached garage with art studio, as well as separate mother-in-law apartment! MLS Number: 13113338 List Price: $475,000
➡ Sunday: 2200 Emerson Lane, Carrollton from 1:00-3:00 Also on a corner lot, you'll enjoy a large and open concept home in well appointed Austin Waters. 4 bed, 4.5 … (2 comments)
dallas: 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)
dallas: 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)
dallas: Why Should I Hire You to Sell My Home?
- 05/01/15 03:59 AM
Why should you hire me to sell your home? What makes me different? As of April, 2015, there were a recorded 89,439 statewide licensed Real Estate Agents who are members of the Texas Association of Realtors. That's a lot! You'll find most of them in the larger triangle of Dallas/ Fort Worth to Austin/ San Antonio to Houston. Meaning... no matter where you live, you have plenty to choose from. So out of all of these, what makes me different? Great question! Experience Rules Knowing how long someone has been in business and how many home sales they have helped facilitate is important. I … (31 comments)
dallas: '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)
(Click on the link or image above to be taken to the Virtual Tour - Images courtesy of Shoot2Sell Photography) 1215 North Beacon is a wonderful 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath single family home with a two-car garage space and studio space in the heart of historic Munger Place, just off of Swiss Avenue. This beautiful home features a great lot, plenty of original features within, a large and private backyard space, with two bedrooms up, beautiful and bright living spaces, a covered patio for evening relaxation … (0 comments)
dallas: 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)
dallas: '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)
dallas: 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)
dallas: How to Meet the Neighbors
- 04/09/15 01:00 AM
Do you find yourself as the new kid on the block? Hopefully, you found an opportunity to speak with your potential neighbors before purchasing your new home, but now that you’re moved in it’s time to branch out and meet people. Even extroverts might find this unappealing, but it’s not as overwhelming as it may seem. Here are some tips for getting to know your neighbors with ease: Say HelloSeems obvious, I know, but a simple hello could open the door to some great conversation. Introduce yourself then maybe ask for advice or recommendations on nearby needs like dinner delivery, grocery stores or dry … (6 comments)
dallas: How to Plan for a Big Move!
- 04/01/15 07:32 AM
Moving. A word that still invokes dread in me. You don't realize how much stuff you have amassed until it's time to pack it all up and hit the road to your new space. But if you’ve moved a time or two, you get your systems down, and once you know how to handle each portion of the moving process, it becomes a lot less traumatizing. I thought I’d share a few tips I’ve picked up on how to plan a move.
1. BEGIN THE great PURGE AS SOON AS YOU KNOW YOU’ll BE MOVING Because who wants to pay someone to move stuff you … (3 comments)
dallas: 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)
dallas: Winter Weather to hit Dallas... BRRR!
- 12/31/14 02:13 AM
It's surely not another Snowmageddon (a la 2013), but some chilly temps are here in the Metroplex. You should take care that during freezing weather unfurnished homes need a little extra TLC. Make sure you are lightly running taps, opening cabinets on outside walls and covering outside faucets, if you have them. This is especially important if you have lease properties, as you will want to secure them or make your tenants aware of the hazards of overnight freeze possibilities. It's easy and fast if you stay prepared. This will save you money and time without water if pipes break. Bundle up! … (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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