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09/09/2026

Buy or Rent a Dallas Condo?
Thinking about whether to buy or rent a condo in Dallas? It’s a question I hear all the time as someone who’s spent nearly three decades helping clients navigate the ins and outs of our local condo market. Here’s a quick breakdown to help you weigh your options: for a $350,000 condo, your monthly outlay—covering principal, interest, taxes, insurance, and an HOA fee—typically runs between $2,200 and $2,700. On the flip side, renting a comparable unit usually lands between $2,000 and $3,000 per month.

Numbers are only part of the story, of course. Whether you’re buying your first place or considering a move, understanding how these costs fit into your long-term goals is key. My approach is always to walk you through the numbers so you can make a confident, informed decision—no jargon, just straight talk. Dallas has a condo for nearly every lifestyle and budget, and I’m here to help you find the fit that makes sense for you.

09/08/2026

Expert Guidance for New Construction Homes
Whether you're buying a newly built home, townhome, or condo, get professional representation throughout the entire process—from builder selection to closing.
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09/07/2026

Wake up above the treetops. From this second-floor retreat, your mornings start with green space and the shimmer of the pool beyond — not a parking lot, not a neighbor's fence. Just trees. Step inside and you'll immediately notice how light and open 887 square feet can feel when the ceilings vault overhead. Ceiling fans keep things breezy, laminate flooring runs clean throughout, and a cozy fireplace anchors the living room for those rare Dallas winter evenings. The kitchen is the kind you actually enjoy spending time in. Updated with granite counters, stainless appliances — and a detail that'll stop every buyer in their tracks: a built-in greenhouse window above the sink, perfectly sized for your herbs, succulents, or whatever you're growing. It's charming in a way that photographs don't quite capture. The laundry has its own dedicated room off the kitchen, which is one of those things you don't appreciate until you've lived without it. The owner has been busy. Every room freshly painted. All electrical outlets replaced. Light fixtures updated. Shower upgraded. Second closet refreshed. New toilets. Even the patio got a facelift and the corridor now has a motion sensor light. Assigned parking, community pool, and zoned to **Richardson ISD — including Lake Highlands High School**.

09/06/2026

Happy Labor Day!

09/06/2026

US HOA Basics Every Buyer Should Know

09/06/2026

📍 Reduced Price 📍 This recently reduced home at 12921 Abrams Road 208 in Dallas won't last long, so, don't wait to set up a showing! Reach out here or at (214) 335-8956 for more information!

Urban Living Specialist

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Wake up above the treetops. From this second-floor retreat, your mornings start with green space and the shimmer of the pool beyond - not a parking lot, not a neighbor's fence. Just trees. Step inside and you'll immediately notice how light and open 887 square feet can feel when the ceilings vaul...

09/05/2026

Alan was fantastic! I had inherited my condo, and had never bought or sold a property ever before. B...
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09/04/2026

There are houses you buy. And then there are houses that have been loved into something more than four walls and a roof. This 1950 Casa Vale cottage near White Rock Lake is the second kind.

09/04/2026

Discover this property for $139,900—a great opportunity that truly stands out.

09/02/2026

Life Above the Skyline: What It's Really Like to Live in a Dallas High-Rise
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