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Open & bright floor plan. Beautiful teak wood floors in entry, study, FR, & dining. Huge kitchen offers granite counters, island, 42” custom maple cabinets, 18x18 tile, stone backsplash. Upstairs is a flex-space that could be a used as a guest suite or gameroom with full bath. Built w/ energy saving radiant barrier deck. Neutral colors. Lantana offers pools, golf, tennis, & gyms!

Dallas-area home prices gained nearly 2%

This article was published in the Dallas Morning News by Steve Brown...

Most Texas home markets continued to eke out tiny increases in home prices in early 2009, according to a new report by First American CoreLogic.
Texas home prices were up by just less than 2 percent in the California-based housing analyst’s latest survey released Monday.
While Texas prices rose, nationwide home prices in January fell by 11.6 percent compared to a year ago to the lowest level in almost five years.
First American CoreLogic’s recent reports on the Dallas-Fort Worth home market have been in contrast to most other industry measures, which show residential values have fallen slightly here.
The latest report says that home prices in the Dallas area were up 1.54 percent from a year earlier in January.
However, local statistics from home sales indicate median prices were down 6 percent during the same period.
The Dallas area had the third best home price performance in CoreLogic’s new report, behind Austin and Houston. It is one of only four U.S. housing markets showing a price increase!

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Over 1 acre with huge trees, creek, & guest/pool house!

This custom home has been updated to perfection! Impressive foyer has curved staircase with iron spindles. Library off entry has fireplace w/double stacked mantle, custom built-ins, & wood floor. Spacious formal dining located off kitchen has wood floor & ample wall space for furniture. Family room boasts 2 story ceiling, gorgeous stone fireplace, built-ins, wood floors, & a wall of windows that overlooks the backyard paradise. Huge kitchen with island has granite slab countertops, custom cabinets, wrap breakfast bar, under counter & above cabinet lighting, & stainless appliances. Dreamy master suite has sitting area, & window seat that overlooks pool. Guest suite also downstairs. Upstairs are 2 BRS, Jack n Jill bath, & a cozy media room with a balcony. Extensive molding & trim throughout both homes. Guest house has stone exterior & concrete floors, & 4 sets of French doors that open to pool & patios. Sparkling swimming pool w/spa. Lush manicured landscaping. Oversized 3 car garage with additional RV parking. Conveniently located close to exemplary schools, shopping, & easy access to major roads.

The next three posts are going to be regarding "Spring Makeover"!

It's easy to give your home a spring makeover with some of these simple decorating ideas, and you don't need to spend a lot of money to achieve a wonderful new look for your home.

Your Outdoor Spaces

Brighten up your outdoor entertainment area with pots of flowers and brightly colored cushions. If your outdoor area does not have a roof, invest in a patio umbrella. An umbrella will provide shade on warm spring days and add a touch of color to your outdoor setting.

Create a Stunning New Bedroom

Choose a new bedspread or quilt cover decorated in soft pastel shades or large flowery prints to brighten your bedroom. Hang a matching flower print on your bedroom wall or frame an enlarged photograph of spring flowers to enhance your bedroom's appearance.
An alternative for spring is to decorate your bedroom with vibrant colors. Striped bedspreads or quilt covers with plain, matching cushions provide a lovely, fresh look. You can complement this look with framed pictures on your walls, which have been painted by your children.