A Craftsman Bungalow in L.O. Daniel Comes With a Little Free Pottery Shed
Lou and Rob Baskerville had never set foot in Texas before moving to Dallas from Singapore. With Rob’s job based in Plano, they rented for a while so they could figure out which part of town resonated with them. With walkability high on their must-have list, they discovered this Craftsman Bungalow in the vibrant L.O.…
$200M Surf Resort in McKinney Breaks Ground
North Texans will have a new spot to cool off and have a blast following the groundbreaking of the Cannon Beach waterpark and resort in McKinney. Officials gathered on the project site at the northeast corner of State Highway 121 and Stacy Road this week to mark the start of construction on what will be…
Home Inspectors Share 3 Things Homebuyers Don’t Want To See
Whether you’re a homebuyer or a listing agent, there are certain things that can really turn you off when you walk into a property. Like, how about just the basics: it’s really hard to see past other people’s clutter. You’d think that would be a no-brainer, but you’d be amazed by some of the straight-up…
Why One Experienced Lake Builder Chose Emerald Bay at Cedar Creek Lake
Gary Payne has spent more than a decade building on Cedar Creek Lake, which means he knows what works — and what quietly becomes a problem later. That perspective is what led the Cedar Lux Properties founder to Emerald Bay, where he’s now delivering the community’s first spec home. Located about an hour from Dallas,…
The 2025 Luxe List: A Gift Guide for the Bougiest Home Amenities You’re Asking Santa For
After covering some of the most extraordinary properties in the state, we’ve pretty much seen it all. In terms of next-level amenities, there’s never been a better time to dream big, live large, and embrace being a little “extra.” In the spirit of the holidays, we’ve compiled a gift guide for luxury home amenities that…
A Modern Waxahachie Home With Cutting-Edge Design — and a Standout Granny Flat
From Mansfield on the west to Celina in the far north, the boundaries of the Metroplex are no longer fixed. Carrera Ranch in Waxahachie, about 30 miles south of downtown Dallas, underscores just how far that definition now reaches. If Waxahachie sounds like a stretch, consider this: Celina sits roughly 15 miles farther from downtown…
Feel Good City: Here Are 2 Homes Under $500K in Plano, Ranked Top 20 as Most Caring
Tis the season for bell-ringing kettle drives, helping needy families, and giving to homeless shelters. But there’s one city in North Texas that keeps this lovely Christmas spirit all year long. It’s Plano. The North Texas city recently earned a top spot in the rankings as one of the most caring cities in America, according…
‘Tis the Season For Extraordinary, Well Priced, and Move-In Ready Homes
by Susan Baldwin, Realtor with Allie Beth Allman ‘Tis the season to deck the halls! If you’re looking for some new halls to deck, December couldn’t be a better time. It’s such a special month for buyers to get incredible homes at a great price. With increased inventory, motivated sellers are pricing homes right. As…
Controversial McKinney Airport Expansion Enlists First Passenger Carrier
A North Texas project that has exemplified some of the tensions surrounding rapid regional growth is gaining steam, with local officials signing off on the release of more taxpayer funds authorized for the $79 million expansion of McKinney National Airport. Perhaps more exciting, the airport also nabbed its first commercial carrier. Construction is...