Host Candy Evans sat down with Fred Balda, President of Hillwood Communities, for this episode of Dallas Dirt to discuss housing en masse, particularly their new developments at Harvest, Tree Line, and Landmark. The Fort Worth-based Perot company specializes in master-planned communities, which include signature developments like AllianceTexas, Circle T Ranch, and Frisco Station.

Every time a contentious zoning case goes before the Dallas City Council, Dallas City Plan Commissioner Melissa Kingston has already seen it, likely heard from angry citizens about it, and voted on it. In this episode of Dallas Dirt, host April Towery sat down with Kingston to discuss ForwardDallas and give a look behind the scenes of how the City Plan Commission works. The episode, which was recorded in May, comes on the heels of many highly contentious neighborhood meetings, where factions have formed. Kingston shares her take on these pro-neighborhood and pro-housing parties that have been a vocal minority of voting Dallas homeowners, what city staff have done, and what some possible solutions are.

The City of Dallas' largest-ever bond package passed in May 2024, but what happens now? Jenny Nicewander, Director of the City of Dallas Office of Bond and Construction Management joins host April Towery on this episode of Dallas Dirt to discuss next steps, that massive police training facility, and why these millions of dollars won't fix your potholes.

In this conversation, Candy Evans and JP Piccinini discuss the recent NAR settlement and its impact on real estate agents. They touch on topics such as the high commissions charged by agents, the need for more professionalism in the industry, and the importance of education and training for agents. They also discuss the role of real estate associations, the value of using a full-time agent, and the potential for major changes in the real estate industry.

How does a Realtor survive such a landmark case as the National Association of Realtors class action lawsuit? Work harder, says Jim Fite, President and CEO of Century 21 Judge Fite Realty. The veteran shares his insights on the history of real estate and the current lawsuits affecting the industry. Plus, the long-time broker emphasizes the importance of communication and training for real estate professionals and highlights the fiduciary relationship between agents and clients.

In this episode of Dallas Dirt, city hall editor April Towery sat down with Council Member Adam Balzaldua to discuss homelessness, the controversial Forward Dallas, and the challenges his southern Dallas district faces.

On this episode of Dallas Dirt, host Candy Evans sat down with New Leaf Custom Homes founder Scott Powell to offer an insightful look at the custom home building process. A native of Lake Highlands, Powell and his wife Melissa are the youthful driving forces behind the success of New Leaf Custom Homes in North Texas.

He discusses the challenges of finding lots in Dallas and the trend of remodeling homes. Powell emphasizes the need for proper planning and design upfront to manage budgets and avoid costly changes later on. He also talks about the integration of their pool company and the benefits of having in-house designers and architects.

Brent Jackson, founder of HiFab Homes, joins the Dallas Dirt podcast to discuss an innovative solution to affordable housing — high-quality, efficient, and well-designed modular homes. Headquartered in Grand Prairie, HiFab Homes has collaborated with Lake | Flato, the San Antonio-based architectural firm known for sustainable and modern design, to create these factory-produced homes. HiFab Homes prioritizes speed and design, with homes being built in 21 days on the line and 45 days in the field. HiFab Homes aims to reduce waste and environmental impact in the construction industry.