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08/31/2026

Dallas is working through a proposed $5.6 billion budget, and the changes reach far beyond City Hall.

More road work. Higher fees. Parks cuts. More AI in city operations. Healthcare changes. Cheaper pet adoptions.

Council members vote in September, so the numbers are still a proposal for now.

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08/31/2026

Dallas home sales fell 10% year over year in July, while Fort Worth dropped 9.9%, according to Redfin.

Higher mortgage rates and expensive homes are keeping buyers cautious.

For the buyers still shopping, slower sales could mean stronger negotiating power.

Comment your DFW city or zip code for a local update.



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08/30/2026

Do you qualify for a VA loan? Here are the pros and cons.

For veterans or service members looking to buy a home with a Veterans Affairs loan, there are some e...

08/28/2026

DFW grabbed four spots in WalletHub’s top 10 real estate markets in America.

Frisco: #1
McKinney: #2
Denton: #5
Allen: #8

The rankings looked beyond home prices, factoring in job growth, new construction, affordability, population growth, and more. If you’re buying, selling, or investing around North Texas, these suburbs deserve your attention.

Save this for your next DFW house hunt.



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08/27/2026

More than 4,400 signatures opposing it. An $800 million development. Towers reaching up to 240 feet.

The proposed Preston-Royal redevelopment just cleared a major hurdle after the Dallas City Plan Commission recommended zoning approval.

Would you want this development near your neighborhood?



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08/26/2026

Dallas is rebuilding I-30 through Downtown, but what eventually goes on top of it might be the bigger story.

Five potential highway caps could create new green spaces connecting Downtown, the Cedars, Farmers Market and areas around Old City Park.

Some funding is already committed, but major details still need to be worked out.

Would better pedestrian connections change how you view this part of Dallas?



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08/25/2026

Dallas voters will decide on $443 million in public safety bonds this November, but they won't get a separate vote on $100 million for City Hall repairs.

That proposal failed 8 to 7 as Dallas continues exploring whether to repair, preserve or eventually leave the building.

Should voters have gotten a say on the $100 million?

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08/24/2026

Buying a first home can feel overwhelming, but I make sure my clients feel clear, supported, and confident from start to finish. 🏡

What stood out most to James C. was my ability to break down every property in a way that made sense both immediately and long-term.

I help my clients understand what they are truly buying, not just what looks good on the surface.

With patience, strong advocacy, and trusted professional connections, I help make the first home buying experience smooth, informed, and exciting.

Especially for first-time buyers, having the right agent makes all the difference.



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08/24/2026

Dallas is spending $21.8 million in federal funding to redesign part of MLK Boulevard, but the longer-term story could be what eventually runs through it.

City leaders have connected these improvements to a potential streetcar linking Downtown, South Dallas and Fair Park.

The streetcar is not approved, but this corridor is worth watching.



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08/23/2026

Plano voters will weigh in November 3 on venue taxes connected to the proposed Dallas Stars arena at Willow Bend.

The key detail is a no vote would not necessarily stop the project. Plano officials say other financing mechanisms remain available, while major details about the development are still under study.



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