"The Condo Guy" aka Alan Shaffer Realtor in Dallas

I just thought I’d report some good news for a change.  Seems all we’ve heard for the past couple of years is bad news and worse news for real estate.  Here in Dallas I think we have turned a corner people!  Here’s why.The National Association of Realtors (of which I am a member) is reporting home sales increased ...

Classic Old World Charm Combined with Modern Style. This 3 Level Home Features Unique Finishes & Special Attention to Architectural Detail. Wrought Iron Spiral Staircases Greet Visitors as they Walk into the Dwelling. Dark Stained Hand Scraped Hardwood Floors Throughout. Faux Finish Cast Stone Fireplace in Living Area. Rich Colored Granite ...

When it comes to weight gain, we blame our genes, our metabolism, and wrong foods that taste so right. But maybe our kitchens are to blame. Here’s why. Dieters beware: Your dream kitchen remodel may be your biggest nightmare. Experts say that big and attractive kitchens contribute to big and unattractive waistlines. Just shoot us ...

Town Home with Downtown Views from Rooftop Deck! Overview Maps Photos Features Description Neighborhood $249,900TownhouseMain Features 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Partial Bathroom Interior: 1,947 sqft Location 3034 Carmel St. Dallas, TX 75204 USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the ...

Consider this your personal invitation to come view this amazing modern town home in the beautiful State Thomas neighborhood of Dallas.   This is a primo unit on one of the only modern buildings in State Thomas and has some amazing downtown views! 4 stories of luxurious living with 12 foot ceilings, bamboo floors, stainless appliances and ...

Downtown Luxury Building - 14th Floor Views Overview Maps Photos Features Neighborhood Market Stats $2,500CondominiumMain Features 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Partial Bathroom Interior: 1,987 sqft Location 1505 Elm St. Unit 1404 Dallas, TX 75201 USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the ...

Aside from less competition, low borrowing costs give buyers incentive. This coupled with the mild weather most of Texas experiences make it a great time to buy.By Dian Hymer Inman News™ Share This We're getting close to the end of the year, which begs the question of whether it's worthwhile trying to sell your home now. Is it a ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A new law in regard to homeowners who apply for a new property tax homestead exemption starts Sept. 1, and requires those filing to provide proof to the county appraisal district that they live in the house they claim as their principal residence. House Bill 252 requires a copy of the homeowner’s Texas driver’s license ...

By STEVE BROWN / The Dallas Morning News 
s November 5, 2010 This week road crews will start building streets for the last phase of Dallas' Cityplace project. In 2000, when the West Village arose, new close-in housing was a novelty. 'Everyone told us it would never work,' developer Henry S. Miller III says. "We have about 16 acres ...

  For many of us living in condos, that wall of windows lets in tons of light.  This is usually a great thing except in the summer when it hits 110 degrees like it did this last summer here in Dallas.  Then you start wishing for a little shade.  I came across this article from Paul Bianchina at Inman News recently that ...