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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  August reflected another increase in inventory to challenge the long-running trend:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2016:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:      And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:        Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!      
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
 THE 2017 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS IS NOW OPEN!!!   ... The count down is done for opening day of the greatest State Fair in the world! For 130 years, the State Fair of Texas has been a major source of entertainment for millions, as well as a powerful factor in the growth of Dallas. That's right, it's Fair Time in Texas!  Come join the fun at Fair Park in Dallas, TX    There is an enormous variety of events scheduled each and everyday that include food (of course!), livestock,  creative arts, showsand so much more.  You can build your own customized schedulefor each and every day that you would like to attend.And click the photo link below to become a Big Tex Insider!   
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  August reflected another increase in inventory to challenge the long-running trend:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2016:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:      And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:        Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!      
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
Here's a delicious Sunday Supper - because who doesn't love a good meatball?  Perusing the Food Network site...and who doesn't love their site?I found this very tasty sounding recipe from Rachel Ray. Florentine Meatballs Recipe courtesy of Rachael Ray Total Time:  30 min Prep:  20 min Cook:  10 min  Yield:  4 servings  Level:  Easy Ingredients 1 box frozen spinach, defrosted in the microwave 1 1/3 pound (1 package) ground turkey breast 1 medium onion, finely chopped, divided 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 large egg 1 3/4 cups milk, divided 3/4 cup bread crumbs, 3 handfuls 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, 2 palm fulls Coarse salt and black pepper Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup chicken stock 1 (10-ounce) sack shredded provol...
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By Michelle Musick Jones, The Michelle Musick Jones Team - Texas Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors)
Location Location! Vintage Cottage in Lake Highlands Estates on 1/4 acre, just steps to White Rock Lake Park and minutes from downtown Dallas. Ready for your Chip and Joanna touch. Built in 1947, Original wood floors throughout. Bring your contractor and come in and create the home you want! Get into this area for $270,000. Value is mostly in the lot and location and priced accordingly. Please contact Kacie directly for more info or to schedule a private showing. 972-523-4411 or email at kaciesellsdallas@gmail.com.  632 N Buckner, Dallas, TX #cbapex#kaciesellsdallas #mmjteam #homebythelake #whiterocklake   
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By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
 Dallas County continues to be a hot seller’s market.  Sales price continues to climb with median sales price increased 11% in August 2017 and year to date sales price increased almost 12%.  Days on the market is about one month. Closed sales increased 1.4% in August 2017 compared to August 2016 and year to date closed sales increased almost 2%. If you are looking to sell or purchase real estate in Dallas County,  I'm honored to have the opportunity to assist you.  *Information taken from Ntreis
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By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
VA Loans in Dallas Texas and 100% - the best loan program in Texas. Save $500 on closing costs today!  Designed for both active duty military and honorable discharged Veterans, VA Mortgage Loans are one of the best mortgage loan programs available today.   Here are some of the great features of this fantastic program:   - Up to 100% financing, with no down required.  - No monthly mortgage insurance.  - Easier credit qualifying compared to other types of mortgage loans. - VA Mortgage Rates are low compared to other types of home loans.    So how do you qualify for VA Loans in Dallas Texas?   First of all, you must verify your eligibility. This is done by ordering your Certificate of Eligibility or COE. You can work with an approved Texas VA mortgage loan lender to order your COE quickly,...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
                           Even the not-so-handy person out there can manage some basictechniques to maintain their garage door.  It's something that mosthomes have, and sometimes in multiples!  From those helpful,handy folks at Lowe's Home Improvement, here is Mike Kraft witheasy tips to help keep your garage door looking and working its best.  
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By Richard Woodward NMLS#217454, Service Beyond Expectations! Your Texas Lender
(Nexa Mortgage, NMLS #1660690)
By now, I’m sure that you have heard about the Equifax security breach. My friends at Rising Point Solutions put this information together for you. At the Richard Woodward Mortgage Team, we are always looking for ways to help our customers.While this isn’t the largest security breach that has happened, this is significantly larger (9.5 times larger) than the Experian breach in 2015 and the information hacked is extremely sensitive. The information stolen includes names, home addresses, dates of birth, social security numbers, and even credit card numbers. With this all known now, here are the things you need to know about identity theft and red flags to look for:  Read the entire article on my website. 
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
According to Forbes, Dallas ranks #1 as the best city to investin housing in 2017   This comes as no surpriseto those of us that call theDallas Metroplex home!  As reported by Samantha Sharf on the Forbes staff,Dallas dominates: The home of Exxon Mobil and the Dallas Cowboysclaims the #1 ranking this year. Dallas has an average home price of $233,000. That’s up 3.9% from a year ago and underpriced by 3%compared to the city’s historic average. Local Market Monitorforecasts prices will increase 31% by 2020 thanks in part to 3.9% jobgrowth in the past year and 6.2% population growth in the last three.  To read the entire article and view the gallery, click the photo below: 
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
For the Cowboys game tonight I have a chosen a tasty chicken wing recipe that I think you will enjoy.  After all, any game is better with chicken wings, spicy for me...how do you like yours?  Spicy, Mild, Slightly Sweet?????  Here is another fabulous recipe from the Food Network - BBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese ButterBBQ Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese ButterRecipe courtesy of Geoffrey ZakarianTotal Time:1 hr 5 minPrep:40 minCook:25 minYield:4Level:EasyIngredients1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature6 ounces Roquefort or other blue cheese, crumbled, room temperature1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce1/2 cup canned piquillo peppers in brine, drained well2 teaspoons ground cumin2 teaspoons smoked paprika1 cup all-purpose flourKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper2 1/2 pounds chic...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  July reflected another increase in inventory to challenge the long-running trend:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2016:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:      And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:        Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!      
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By Sharon Parisi, Dallas Homes
(United Real Estate Dallas )
Take a break between the Inspiration Breakfast and the Trade Expo and meet up with Active Rain Bloggers attending the TAR Conference in Dallas.    Look for Lorrie Semler and Sharon Parisi at a table near the Counter Offer Restaurant in the Grand Atrium.  If you miss breakfast, the Counter Offer is the perfect place to enjoy an espresso or energy drink before visiting the Trade Expo and heading out for an afternoon of shopping or sight seeing in Dallas.  Everyone is welcome to join us.  We look forward to meeting bloggers from other Texas cities and catching up with friends in the DFW area.  You're welcome to join us whether or not your attending the TAR Conference. See you Sunday!  Active Rain Meet-UpSunday, September 1010:30-12:30Counter Offer Restaurant in the Grand AtriumHilton Anato...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
 Things to do over the Labor Day weekend in Dallas, TX!For most people, Labor Day weekend symbolizes the end of summer...easy to believe with our current cooler temperatures(!) and the start of school (already in session).  Can the Texas State Fair be far away!?!You can find plenty of activities, that can provide fun for everyone.  Visit my website for things to do in and around the Dallas area, and here is a Guide Live link for a list of things that might be just what you are looking for, click here. Wishing everyone a very safe and happy Labor Day, I hope you have time to relax and unwind!     
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
Did you know that Dallas has the largest contiguous Arts District inthe United States?  Whether you live in the Dallas area or you arecoming to visit, here are some "must-see" destinations to add to you list.Click the photo below to go directly to the Dallas Arts District website andplan your visit to one (or more) of the fabulous destinations today!  
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
The low inventory trend is changing for the Dallas area, but the available pre-owned homes (resale) remains well below what we need.  July reflected another increase in inventory to challenge the long-running trend:      New construction homes had a slight increase in their available inventory from 2016:        And although the median price fluctuates month to month, it is exciting to see that the median home price continues to rise for our Dallas Real Estate market in resale homes:      And homes are being listed and sold within a close margin, showing that the pricing is on target for both resale and new construction homes:        Are you ready to search for your new Dallas area Dream Home?     Click the logo to begin!      
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
         There are so many things to love about the     greater Dallas Metroplex that it is difficult     to name them all.  But here are five of my     favorite things that I love about living in Dallas:  1.  Our beautiful weather and the fact that we actually enjoy four different seasons of the year.  Although our summer heat can get high, with typical temperatures staying at 100+ in August…our winter is exceptional with only occasional freezing temperatures and (maybe) a light snow fall once or twice.  But the snow doesn’t last, we are lucky to enjoy it for a day or two and then it is back to sunny skies. 2.   Our fabulous parks and lakes – Texas is abundant with them and the Dallas area has a wonderful array of lakes and parks to enjoy.  And with our unusually wet spring (which we d...
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By Richard Woodward NMLS#217454, Service Beyond Expectations! Your Texas Lender
(Nexa Mortgage, NMLS #1660690)
Dallas Metro Housing Statistics Video Check out this new service I’m providing. It’s a monthly video with Dallas Metro housing stats. Please feel free to share it, and let me know what you think! By the way, did you know I have in house underwriting for fixed rate Jumbo mortgages up to $850,000 loan amount with just 10% down. Close in 30 days! Great rates, no big bank hassles, no big bank appraisal issues!August 2017 Housing Statistics Video August 2017 Housing Statistics Video If the video doesn’t open please copy and paste this link into your browser. FacebookTwitterGoogle+Share
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By Michelle Musick Jones, The Michelle Musick Jones Team - Texas Real Estate
(Coldwell Banker Apex, Realtors)
Awesome Dallas location near White Rock Lake Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Market Stats $270,000 Single Family Home Main Features 2 Bedrooms1 Full Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 1,423 sqftLot: 9,940 sqftYear Built: 1946MLS #: 13669592 Location 632 N Buckner BlvdDallas, TX 75218USA Michelle Musick Jones Team Coldwell Banker, Apex(214) 280-9384[email protected]http://www.michellesellsdallas.com         Listed by: Coldwell Banker Apex Our recent listings NEWLY CONSTRUCTED 1-Story+ Bonus Room Up in Windsong Ranch!! | $669,752 | Prosper, TX2-Story Home on OVERSIZED Homesite in Prosper's Windsong Ranch | $824,565 | Prosper, TXSparkling backyard pool in Allen's Heritage Park! | $297,000 | Allen, TXTwin Creeks Gem! 5bdrm/4.5 bath with pool and outdoor living | $849,900 | Allen, TXPool, S...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
The Countdown winds down with  classes starting tomorrow for the Dallas Public Schools!   School SuppliesThe school supply list for each school varies. Please contact your child’s school for its list of supplies.Recommended school supply list (PreK - Sixth Grade)Opening of school for prekindergarten studentsAs you know, our district has the responsibility of serving eligible children based on the prekindergarten guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency. In order to be eligible for enrollment in a prekindergarten class, a child must be 4 years of age on September 1 of the current school year and: unable to speak and comprehend the English language; or educationally disadvantaged; or homeless; or a dependent of: an active duty uniformed member of the military a military parent...
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