Real Estate

Dallas, Texas Real Estate News: Vernon Wells is Building A Mega Mega-Mansion in Vaquero

By Candy Evans | October 28, 2010 |

And when I say big, I mean big. The place is taking up at least two lots over on Kingfisher drive (love the name of that street) in toney tone Vaquero, in Westlake. I don’t have the vital stats yet, but I’m guessing that Wells, the former Blue Jays outfielder, is planning on, oh 18,000…

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Second Home House Porn: I Want This Santa Fe Retreat!

By Candy Evans | October 28, 2010 | Comments Off on Second Home House Porn: I Want This Santa Fe Retreat!

Of course this is what you need for the ultimate Santa Fe real estate “re-treat”. Or shall I say, tweet? I mean, if 8,000 square feet is one big mama house, 18,000 can only be better! Check out this magical 17 acre  oasis at 14-18 Destierro Trail — so big it hogs up four addresses…

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Second Home Owners Do Not Leave Fido Behind

By Candy Evans | October 27, 2010 | Comments Off on Second Home Owners Do Not Leave Fido Behind

And why shouldn’t the family pet enjoy the second family home and leisure time? In fact,  having a place for Fido to run free is one reason why many families choose to have second homes. No more battles with the hotel staff, no more complaints about barking.

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Financial Real Estate News:How To Buy A Home Away From Home

By Candy Evans | October 9, 2010 | Comments Off on Financial Real Estate News:How To Buy A Home Away From Home

If you dream of owning a home away from home, start your search by determining how much home you can afford. If you haven’t saved enough for a cash transaction, you’ll need a mortgage, and a banker can help determine what you can afford to pay. Call a loan officer for help in determining the…

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You Can Never Be Too Thin, Too Rich or Have Too Many Homes

By Candy Evans | October 7, 2010 |

Think I’m joking, eh? Actually, this is probably the best time in the history of housing to buy a second home. The number of vacation home purchases rose slightly in 2009, and even then they were up one percent from 2008, according to the National Association of Realtors’ 2010 Investment and Second Home Buyer’s Survey.…

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