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May 22 
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The Robbie Report: As China Market Skyrockets, Dallas Region Beckons

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Investors looking at the Dallas-Fort Worth region will find properties such as the Dans Bois Crete mansion at 9806 Inwood Road. Listed by Christy Berry.

A combination of skyrocketing real estate prices in China and a slowdown in that country's economy has led wealthy Chinese to look overseas for dependable investments.

The solid economy in the Metroplex, combined with a stable and growing real estate market, has made the Dallas-Fort Region a strong attraction for wealthy Chinese investors.

"Dallas is at the forefront of a renewed interest in land of all types—commercial, investment, residential, ranch and more. In fact, we’re already seeing a resetting of prices due to the rising demand for lots and parcels of all sizes," said Robbie Briggs, CEO of Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty. "Recently one of our agents to the west had a developer come in and buy up every remaining lot in a residential project, closing out the entire inventory in one transaction. We see that as a great indicator of the confidence developers have in the increasing value of Texas land." Read more

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May 22 
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Follow Us on Pinterest!

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If you enjoy reading our blog, you'll love our pinboard! 

Follow our Pinterest board at pinterest.com/UpdateDallas and you'll never miss a beat with what's been happening on the blog!

If you're unfamiliar with Pinterest, it is a sort of virtual pinboard where you can create a visually-organized collection of your favorite things (you can read more about it here). Our pinboards are full all kinds of luxury homes in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond, plus much more!

Here's just a sampling of what you can see: Read more

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May 21 
buzz, Collin County, Dallas County, Tarrant County
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Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth!

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See what's happening for Memorial Day Weekend in Dallas-Fort Worth!

Carry The Load Dallas Memorial March and Celebration

Sunday, May 26 2:30pm
Reverchon Park, Dallas

"Dallas will be celebrating with, Carry The Load, a national 20-hour Memorial Day event honoring service members and their families. The event will be held at Reverchon Park/Katy Trail. Participants are invited to march at any point during the 20 hours. The event kicks off with opening ceremonies at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday and the march begins at 4pm. The march ends at 12:12 p.m. on Monday, followed by closing ceremonies. There will be a performance by The Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Flagpole Hill at 8 p.m. on Monday, followed by fireworks." Read more

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May 20 
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North Texas Housing Market Still Hot, Set to Continue

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With timeless design, an outstanding location and a large lot in Greenway Parks, the home at 5518 Wateka Drive is an exceptional opportunity. Listed by Claire Dewar.

The North Texas housing market shows every sign that it will enjoy one of its strongest summer seasons in recent years.

Independent experts such as Ted Wilson with Residential Strategies are predicting that with the economy creating more than 100,000 jobs per year and interest rates remaining at record low rates, the boom in the local housing market is likely to continue at least until the end of the year.

Wilson estimates that homebuilders this year will construct 21,000 new homes in North Texas. That is well above the 13,126 new homes built in 2009. But it is well off the record home starts that once topped 50,000 new homes. Read more

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May 20 
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Top Spots for Sweet Treats in Dallas

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Do you have a sweet tooth? Dallas is full of candy shops, ice cream parlors, old-fashioned soda fountains, bakeries and more that will help satisfy any sugar craving.

These shops below are some of our favorite sweet spots to cool off with a tasty treat this summer, as seen on Dallas Mom's Blog:

HENRY’S ICE CREAM - With flavors like Lavender Vanilla and Caramel Corn, Henry’s Ice Cream puts Plano’s sugar scene on the map. :: 3100 Independence Parkway, Suite 215, Plano, TX | henryshomemadeicecream.com

POKEY-O’S – When you combine two warm cookies with a scoop of Blue Bell ice cream, you create a little slice of my own personal heaven.  And did you know they cater for large events?  Just think, a birthday party dream! :: 3034 Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX | pokeyos.com Read more

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May 17 
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Expert Q&A: What Should Your Agent Be Doing for You?

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With the Metroplex real estate market moving as quickly as it has been, buying and selling a home shouldn't require much more than setting a reasonable price and making an offer at or above that price, right?

Not so fast.

This fast pace means things can happen quickly - and confusingly. We asked some of the expert agents at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty what every client should expect from a good agent. Here's what they had to say. Read more

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May 17 
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Moving Tips That Will Make Your Life Easier

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Moving into a new home can be so exciting! But packing up and moving all your things... well, not so much.

These helpful packing and moving tips will ease the process so you can spend more time enjoying your new home. Here are a few tips we found especially helpful, from Buzzfeed:

• Pack an overnight bag containing all the essentials. Chances are, you’ll be too tired to unpack your things. You’ll want your essentials within easy access, including a change of clothes if you’re going back to work the next day as well as all your toiletries. It’s also a great way to transport a laptop, which could run the risk of getting stolen during a move. Read more

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May 16 
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Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s Agents Ranked Top in the United States

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Listings like this beautiful home at 3 Los Arboles Court in Los Arboles Estates have made Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty the leader in luxury real estate in the Metroplex. Listed by Pamela Brannon and Joan Eleazer.

The annual REAL Trends 500 report, which analyzes sales data from the country’s most successful real estate firms, ranks Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty among the best firms in 2012.

REAL Trends considers data, verified by independent accountants, for more than 1,000 brokerages. Only 500 hundred are ranked in the REAL Trends report, based on sales volume. BFSIR, with 185 agents in five offices throughout the Metroplex, competed against firms with hundreds of agents.

BFSIR ranks 6th in the nation for the greatest increase in transactions from 2011-2012, with 1,609 transactions that represent a 133 percent increase. Read more

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May 16 
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Jazz Fest is Coming to Oak Cliff This Summer!

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That's right— a new jazz festival is in the works, and it's happening in Oak Cliff!  The First Annual Oak Cliff Jazz Festival and Arts & Crafts Fair will take place this summer on June 22.

From the Oak Cliff iReporter:

Booked and ready to perform are: Inner City All Stars, Freddie Jones, Alphonso Sanders, Funky Knuckles, Shelley Carrol, Larry Lampkin Band; Carolyn Lee Jones, and Jennifer Martin. Read more

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May 15 
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The Robbie Report: DFW Has Best Texas Cities for Young Families

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Searching for a new home for your family? Top-rated Frisco offers a range of options, such as this one at  at 1562 Morris Lane.

Six cities in the Metroplex have been rated among the 10 Best Texas Cities for Young Families by nerdwallet.com, a personal finance site that ranks cities for livability.

Earlier this month, the Dallas Morning News ranked the best neighborhoods for families, including: Frisco north of Eldorado Parkway around the Dominion at Panther Creek and Panther Creek Estates; Southlake; Frisco east of Preston Road and north of the Sam Rayburn Tollway — around Stonelake Estates, Hillcrest Estates, Custer Creek Farms, and Estancia at Ridgeview Ranch; McKinney; Flower Mound; Prestonwood in Far North Dallas; University Park; and Frisco west of Stonebriar Mall. Read more

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