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Flower Mound Highland Village Argyle Edition VOLUME 7, ISSUE 9 JULY 9AUG. 6, 2024

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New development to bring $2M homes to Lakeside

Lakeside Village will expand the Lakeside DFW development and oer new homes, condos and luxury rental homes in towers.

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to a ball game.” New homes to be built in Lakeside Village, the nal phase of the Lakeside development, will attract certain buyers and increase home values, said Bill Nelson, real estate agent and broker/owner for Highland Village- and Flower Mound-based realty company Team Nelson.

units, and 165,000 square feet of oce space. “We’ve been building out the original project, and we’ve been adding on to the project as well,” Realty Capital Master Developer Jimmy Archie said. “With the existing project, we’re kind of in the nal stages. We still have a long way to go, but from a land area standpoint, it’s about 160 acres, and we’ve developed about 120. So you could say we’re in the fourth quarter of the game, if you compare it

BY DON MUNSCH

Work started in 2023 at Lakeside Village, a 40-acre expansion of the mixed-use Lakeside DFW development that will oer single-family homes, luxury rental homes in towers, and condos in a new hotel. Expansion is expected to be nished by 2030. Lakeside DFW oers over 40 shops and restau- rants, 260 single-family homes, 1,090 multifamily

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Also in this issue

Impacts: Dragon House opening Highland Village location (Page 4)

Government: Flower Mound seeks funding for new park (Page 6)

Education: Argyle ISD breaks ground on new facilities (Page 8)

Transportation: $2.2M Flower Mound Road work begins (Page 9)

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4 Dallas West Dance Centre The dance studio offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip- hop, contemporary dance, musical theater and more. While classes are typically geared towards children ages 3 and up, many are available for adults, including Pilates and dance-fitness classes. • Opened June 3 5 Unity Park pickleball courts The tennis courts at Unity Park were converted to pickleball courts after staff received requests from the community for more spaces to play the sport. City Council approved the funding for the conversion in the FY 2023-24 budget. • Ribbon cutting held June 1 • 2200 Briarhill Blvd., Highland Village • www.hvparks.com • 125 FM 407, Ste. 210, Argyle • www.dallaswestdance.com 6 Body20 According to a news release, Body20 offers guests customized one-on-one personal trainer programs. Body20 utilizes a Federal Drug Administration- cleared electro-muscle stimulation suit that helps to burn calories, reduce cellulite and build lean muscle, according to the news release. • Opened May 22 • 1400 Shoal Creek, Ste. F130, Highland Village • www.body20.com 7 Talula’s Party, Prom & Gift The specialty dress shop sells dresses for every occasion including homecoming and prom. Casual attire is also available, in addition to ready-to-go gift sets. • Opened in May • 3120 Justin Road. Ste. C, Highland Village • www.talulaspartyandprom.com

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Colorado-based ADAS Solutions USA has 11 locations nationally. The Argyle location is the company’s first in Texas. • Opened June 6

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1 McDonald’s The restaurant opened in the Harvest Town Center, which is located just west of I-35. McDonald’s serves a variety of burgers, chicken nuggets and sandwiches. • Grand opening June 25

• 1652 FM 407, Ste. 700, Argyle • www.adassolutionsusa.com

3 OrangeTwist The spa offers treatments for the body, face and skin. Services include skin tightening, laser hair removal and botox. • Opened June 6 • 1101 Shoal Creek, Ste. 120, Highland Village • www.orangetwist.com

• 1226 FM 407, Argyle • www.mcdonalds.com

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8 Gong Cha The tea store offers a variety of teas, including milk tea, milk foam and tea lattes, according to its website. Gong Cha also serves coffee.

2 ADAS Solutions USA The business offers static and dynamic calibration for a vehicles’ advanced driver-assistance system, which includes automatic breaking, sensors and cameras.

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11 Founder’s Landing The retail and office building development is expected to open at the end of 2025. Patrick Tatum, vice president of North American Land Company, the developer, said the project will seek to attract businesses that “address community needs.” • Opening late 2025 • 1500-1600 Long Prairie Road, Flower Mound • https://nalc.us

• Opening in July • 2321 Cross Timbers Road, Ste. 421, Flower Mound • https://gongchausa.com 9 Dragon House Set to be located in The Shops at Highland Village, the Chinese restaurant offers a variety of traditional dishes, including dumplings, braised meatballs and scallion pancakes. Dragon House opened its first location in Southlake in 2019. • Opening late August

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• 4050 Barton Creek, Highland Village • https://dragonhousesouthlake.com

12 Murrell Park and Twin Coves Park The two parks were closed June 8 by the Flower Mound Police Department due to damage, flooding and power losses caused by severe weather in late May. • Closed through July • A 880 Simmons Road, Flower Mound (Murrell Park); B 5001 Wichita Trail, Flower Mound (Twin Coves Park) • www.flower-mound.com/twincoves; www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234628

10 The Backyard at The Shops at Highland Village

WorldSprings The 9-acre recreational wellness destination opened at Grandscape in The Colony with 46 mineral soaking pools, eight saunas, a 12-room spa facility, and a restaurant and bar, according to a news release. The Spa and Wellness Center offers body treatments, facials and more to guests, while the Springs Kitchen and Bar serves food and drinks. • Opened June 28 • 3240 Plano Parkway, The Colony • www.worldsprings.com

Construction has begun on a reimagined outdoor area. The Backyard will include landscaping, shaded areas, multiple seating options, ambient path lighting, a water feature and a large green space. The area will serve as a space for the shopping center to host events, including a summertime concert series and annual “Our Village Glows” holiday celebration. • Opening in November

• 1701 Shoal Creek, Highland Village • www.theshopsathighlandvillage.com

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Government

Flower Mound council seeks new park funding Flower Mound town officials hope to secure grant funding for the planned Trotter Park. At its June 17 meeting, council approved a res- olution to apply for a grant from the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department’s Local Parks Non-Urban Outdoor Recreation Grant Program. MHS Planning and Design is assisting with the grant application. The company has assisted with other town park grants, said Chuck Jennings, Flower Mound’s parks and recreation director. The details Jennings said the grant requires a 50% match of up to $750,000. The program has other require- ments, such as the park must be dedicated as parkland in perpetuity. The grant is funded through a portion of sales taxes on sporting goods and from off-shore gas royalties from the Federal Land and Water

Highland Village chief resigns after arrest Highland Village Fire Chief Jason Collier resigned June 15, two days after his arrest by the Denton County Sheriff’s Office. What you need to know Collier was arrested on charges of solici- tation of prostitution, a state jail felony, and resisting arrest, according to a statement from the city. He had been fire chief since 2022. What else? Fourteen people were arrested in the Denton County Sheriff’s Office operation. City officials learned of Collier’s arrest on June 13 and put him on administrative leave, Laurie Mullens, director of marketing and communications said. Assistant Chief Kevin Gosselin has been named interim chief.

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Conservation Fund. Town officials should know by next spring whether they will receive the grant, which is for the acquisition, development and renovation of public recreation areas and facilities. Zooming in With more than 13 acres, Trotter Park is located at 4551 Cross Timbers Road. Funds to assist in the development of Trotter Park are scheduled to be appropriated in the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. Design for the project will start in October, Jennings said. An expected opening date is set for early 2027, Jennings said.

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IRS extends residents’ tax filing deadline The Internal Revenue Service is extending tax deadlines for individuals and businesses in North Texas after severe storms hit the area in late May. What’s happening? Taxpayers within select counties, includ- ing Denton, have until Nov. 1 to file federal individual or business tax returns and make payments, per a May 28 news release. Residents and businesses in more than 20 counties are qualified for the extension. If a qualified taxpayer has deadlines after April 26 but before Nov. 1, their deadline will be extended to Nov. 1. The extension also applies to any dead- lines normally due between April 26 and Nov. 1, such as quarterly estimated tax payments, payroll and excise tax returns.

Flower Mound approves conservation district A conservation development for a west Flower Mound housing project earned the green light from Flower Mound Town Council on May 20. Council approved an ordinance amending the zoning of the area to allow a conservation develop- ment with certain exceptions, modifications and waivers to the town’s code of ordinances. Zooming in The 447-acre property is generally located south of Cross Timbers Road, east of Shiloh Road and west of Scenic Drive. The site is master-planned for the Cross Timbers Conservation Development District. Mike Boswell of homebuilding firm Toll Brothers presented information to council about plans for the property, which will be a 223-unit residential lot. The next step in the development process is a

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subdivision site plan or plat, said Lexin Murphy, town director of development services. What they’re saying “It’s a good project; they did exactly what we asked for,” said council member Adam Schiestel, who mentioned it was “tragic” to see these ranches converted into neighborhoods because of the community’s desire for open spaces.

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Education

BY MARK FADDEN & JONATHAN PERRIELLO

Northwest ISD names 2 new district leaders During a May 20 meeting, Northwest ISD ocials named Kelley Broughton and Jennifer Higgins as executive director of college and career readiness and the principal of Chisholm Trail Middle School, respectively. The details According to a district news release, Broughton has served as the district’s director of career and technical education for the past three years. During her tenure in that position, Northwest ISD high school students earned more than 5,000 industry certications per year. In her new role, Broughton will oversee the career and technical education and college and career readiness programs, which help prepare students for success in the workforce. The news release states that Higgins will leverage her more than 25-year career in education in her new role as Chisholm Trail Middle School principal. For the past seven years, Higgins has served as an assistant principal within Northwest ISD.

The stadium will seat 7,500 and will be located behind the Argyle High School eldhouse.

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Argyle ISD breaks ground on new stadium Construction has begun on Argyle High School’s new stadium and indoor activity center. AISD ocials broke ground on the bond-funded projects, which will aid the district’s plan to have two high schools by the 2027-28 school year. After the split, both schools will use the new stadium, Superintendent Courtney Carpenter said. The details The stadium will seat 7,500 and will be located behind the AHS eldhouse. The indoor activity center will be utilized by multiple teams and student groups, according to district documents. The center will contain a small dressing area with showers, storage and restrooms.

Once AISD splits into two high schools and adds a middle school, students will have access to the new stadium, and both will have individual indoor activity centers, Carpenter said. Zooming in The district awarded the building contract for the project to Pogue Construction on May 22 at an initial estimated cost of $46.1 million. The price exceeds the preliminary $42 million cost outlined in the bond planning budget, Construction Manager Je Koehn said. As a result, the district approved measures that laid a pathway for reducing project costs by removing certain design elements. Going forward The stadium and activity center are scheduled to be completed in fall 2025. The district broke ground on the bond-funded new middle school June 20, which is expected to open in fall 2026.

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Athletic facility renovations underway at Lewisville ISD The Lewisville ISD board of trustees approved the rst set of projects from the 2024 bond pack- age at a June 10 meeting.

• Proposition A: $16.25 million for renovations at the Eastside and Westside aquatic centers • Proposition B: $65.59 million for renovations at athletics facilities • Proposition C: $20 million for renovations to existing stadiums at Hebron, Flower Mound, The Colony, Marcus and Lewisville high schools Voters approved all three propositions in the May election.

The projects include updates to athletic facilities districtwide, and are set to begin in 2025, Exec- utive Construction Director Randy Fite said at a June 3 meeting. The backstory The $101.8 million bond package featured three propositions, including:

The projects include updates to athletic facilities districtwide and are set to begin construction in 2025.

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Transportation

BY DON MUNSCH

$2.2M repair work begins on Flower Mound Road Major road work is set to begin in Flower Mound. On May 20, Flower Mound Town Council approved a contract for the replacement of con- crete panels on a segment of Flower Mound Road by F&F Concrete Construction LLC. The project began June 18 and is expected to be completed in September, Public Works Director Clay Riggs said. The background In August, Flower Mound Town Council approved a $2.2 million contract for concrete and drainage improvement services to Apex Con- crete Construction, F&F Concrete and Quick Set Concrete. The contract set unit bid prices for these services, according to a town council agenda. The details Dedicated sales tax is the funding source for the

Flower Mound council approves bond work Some street, wastewater and water projects will be conducted in Flower Mound after Town Council approved an ordinance to issue up to $7. 7 million in certificates of obligation at its June 17 meeting. Zooming in Street projects to be performed through the sale include the rehabilitation of Scenic Road from Walsingham Drive to FM 1171 at a cost of $400,000. Other projects funded through the sale of the certificates of obligation include water pump station upgrades and wastewater rehabilitation projects. Construction projects have different timelines, with each set to begin this year, town officials previously told Community Impact .

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improvements, Riggs said. He added that other panel replacement projects will be needed because of the deterioration of roadways. Riggs told council 13,000 square yards of pave- ment on the road, or about two lane miles, will be removed and replaced as part of the repair project. Staff is using the contract for the Flower Mound Road panel replacement project, which extends from Long Prairie Road to Cross Timbers Road, as a means to address the capital improvement plan.

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Real estate

BY JONATHAN PERRIELLO

Home Edition

2024

Readers, welcome to your annual CI Home Edition! This guide features news ranging from key real estate trends and new developments unique to your neighborhood to an overview of the housing industry across Texas. All of the stories were written by our team of local journalists, and all of the advertisements are from nearby businesses who support our mission to provide free, useful news—show them your gratitude by supporting local businesses. Each year, I look forward to putting together this edition that touches on something that aects nearly every resident in the community. While each month we provide a snapshot of the local real estate market, providing insights on year-over-year trends, the Home Edition allows us to dig even deeper into how that data is aecting residents. In this edition, our cover story looks at one of the largest developments in the area that’s bringing new residents and also raising the average home value. Inside, readers can nd out more about one of the rst “aggrihoods” in the state that’s attracting thousands of residents to the area. In addition, readers can hear from real estate experts on the local and national trends shaping the housing market. Readers can also check out more about a Flower Mound business that’s helping homeowners take on renovation and remodeling projects.

What's inside

Real estate expert talks local housing trends aecting the market (Page 11)

Cathy Williams General Manager cwilliams@ communityimpact.com

Report: How Multiple Listing Service changes could aect brokers' pay (Page 14)

Flower Mound home projects business aims to be one-stop shop (Page 16)

Harvest neighborhood oers farm-like feel for Argyle, Northlake residents

farm for generations, so the roots were there; the soil was really good,” she said. Also of note When planning large communities such as Harvest, Hillwood tries to ensure a diverse mix of open spaces, Carroll said. Fishing docks, dog parks, soccer elds, greenhouses, community pools and over 20 other amenities are included in the Harvest development. One of the community’s newest parks is a tiny Western-style town dubbed the “mini town park”

Over 10 years ago, Hillwood Communities envisioned a vibrant community with a working commercial farm lled with residents who get fresh produce delivered right to their doorstep. Now, the 1,200 acres along I-35W and FM 407 is nearly built out. Around 3,260 homes have been sold, said Diana Carroll, marketing director for Hillwood. Harvest oers the small farm-town feel Argyle residents have come to expect, Mayor Rick

One of the community’s newest parks is a tiny Western- style town dubbed the “mini town park.”

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Harvest was one of the rst “aggrihoods” in Texas, which is a community that contains a working commercial farm, Carroll said. An on-site farmer oers classes to homeowners, teaching them to grow their own food on rented plots. Harvest’s commercial farmer is also part of a community-supported agriculture group, which works with local farmers to pull together vegeta- bles and fruit to deliver to residents’ doors through an optional subscription service, Carroll said. “The land had already been a working family

Denton County just exceeded 1 million residents earlier this year, Bradford said, and Harvest has helped drive that growth. “People who come to Argyle ... but don’t necessarily want 5 acres of land are able to get into Argyle schools, have that small-town, country feel around them, and I think it does drive a lot of interest,” he said.

Hillwood has more parks in the works. More amenities could follow in the coming years as Hillwood eyes all homes being sold by 2027, Carroll added. There is one more section in the upper northeast quadrant yet to be developed that is entering the design phase. Home prices range between $300,000 and $900,000. By the time the community is built out, it could be valued at nearly $2 billion, according to company data.

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Talyn Provo, Douglas Elliman Real Estate team leader, talks housing Flower Mound native Talyn Provo is a real estate agent and team leader with Douglas Elliman Real Estate, a nationwide firm. Her team focuses on the northern Dallas-Fort Worth real estate market. This interview has been edited for clarity. What trends are you seeing in the housing market? What we’re seeing a lot of in cities like Flower Mound are people relocating and buying homes from out of state. [North Texas] has been such an affordable housing market. In addition, the area is family-friendly and has great schools, which makes it an appealing location. Have home prices gone up in recent years? There have been substantial increases in the past five years. In June 2019, the median estimated

value for homes in Denton County was around $300,000 and nearly $400,000 in Flower Mound. As of January, these prices have risen to over $450,000 and nearly $600,000, respectively. How has inflation impacted housing prices? It’s driving our prices up because the cost of materials and appliances have increased. That’s more relevant for new construction projects. Five years ago, it would have cost $300,000 to build a home, now it would cost $450,000. What changes do you foresee taking place in the housing market in the next year? I think the market will remain pretty steady. We will see an increase in both active listings, resale properties and new-construction homes, which will allow buyers to be pickier. I think we will see more buyers that have been waiting for interest rates to drop enter the market. For the most part, the interest rates are expected to remain steady, but the market could see a decline going into next year. What advice would you give buyers in this market? Make sure they are doing their research and

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New development to bring $2M homes to Lakeside From the cover

BY DON MUNSCH

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Nelson said Flower Mound has seen more mixed-use developments in recent times, noting a change in Town Council leadership over the years has helped pave the way for developers to get more projects o the ground. Melissa Demmitt, Flower Mound communica- tions director, said more developments in town are due to the increased housing demand in North Texas. Flower Mound is a “sought-after community to buy into,” she said, and the town’s consistent growth rate in recent history happened primarily because of policies crafted by previous and current councils to manage that growth. The average home price increasing could lead to higher appraisal values and ultimately more in taxes for residents down the line, Nelson said. The project should increase the average value of homes in Flower Mound, which is now $774,000, Nelson said, and with the addition of the Lakeside Village homes, he estimates it would increase the average in the town by about $8,000-$10,000.

options that meet our residents’ and future residents’ needs,” Demmitt said. Archie said there’s a segment of the Flower Mound population that has been here for a long time and is looking to move. “They are at a dierent point in their life, but they’re still Flower Mound people,” he said. “[Residents are] looking for a dierent lifestyle, but want to remain a Flower Mound resident. Mixed-use communities oer a place … for a dierent lifestyle.”

The town’s estimated build-out population is 112,271, Demmitt said. The June 2024 population was 81,270, according to town gures. The timeline for reaching the build-out population number primarily depends on when property owners choose to develop their properties and how quickly they do so, she said. “When it comes to residential development, the town’s goal is for quality housing that is responsibly developed in line with our master plan and provides for a variety of

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Realty Capital has been developing Lakeside DFW since 2012, Archie said. The nal phase includes 52 custom single-family villas starting at $2 million, Archie said. There are also 207 high-rise rental units being built. “Those will be targeted for empty nesters and Baby Boomers that have lived out in the suburbs for the last 15-20 years that want a high-rise, lock-and-leave lifestyle but don’t want to go to downtown Dallas or downtown Fort Worth, or the Plano-Frisco area to get it,” he said. He said there are also 21 condos that will be built on top of the 181-room hotel. The rental units will range from $4,000-$15,000, and a 2,000-square-foot condo would be $2.4 million. Lori Walker, Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce president, said the Lakeside Village development provides access to shopping and lake views.

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Real estate

BY COLBY FARR CONTRIBUTIONS BY BRITTANY ANDERSON

Multiple Listing Service changes could affect how real estate brokers are paid

Updated MLS policies The changes outlined by the NAR settlement in March that go into effect in August include:

Compensation disclosures to sellers, and prospective sellers and buyers, are required. MLS participants can’t filter or restrict listings to clients based on the level of compensation offered to the agent. Listing agents can no longer make compensation offers to buyer agents on the MLS.

After announcing a $418 million settlement in March, the National Association of Realtors is implementing policy changes for Multiple Listing Service platforms across the country later this year. The changes are expected to take effect Aug. 17 and could change how real estate brokers are paid. Officials from the Collin County Area Realtors association, which is affiliated with the NAR and tracks data across the region, explained how the settlement and policy changes can affect licensed brokers, buyers and sellers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The background The MLS is an online platform where licensed real estate professionals can list homes for sale or view homes that are already listed. Shana Acquisto, real estate broker and former president of the CCAR, compared the platform to Carfax, an online database that compiles vehicle information for buyers and sellers of used cars. Listing a property on the MLS platform gives it the best exposure, which typically leads to homes selling at higher prices, she said. Individuals have to hold a real estate license to access the applica- tion, MLS Director Terry Smith said. More than 800 MLS platforms are managed by realtor associations across the country, including the CCAR. For realtor associations affiliated with the NAR, the MLS policy changes must be implemented in August, according to a May 3 news release by the NAR.

What’s changing? Real estate brokers will still be paid for their services, but the way they’re paid could change in August. Compensation agreements will be reached through negotiation and consultation off of the MLS. “It’s just a change in our process,” Acquisto said. “Really nothing has changed because the fact is commissions have never been fixed.” Instead of a compensation offer being listed in the MLS, buyers’ agents now have to reach out to the seller’s agent through the MLS to inquire about compensation, she said. Buyers will have to sign a compensation agreement before touring any homes identified through the MLS. Interest rates and supply and demand will con- tinue to drive home prices in the post-settlement real estate market after the policy changes take effect, she said. “Nothing in NAR’s policies has increased costs for buyers or sellers, and this settlement preserves consumers’ choices regarding real estate services and compensation,” Acquisto said in an email. What’s next? After the policy changes take effect, a final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled later in November. Information about the settlement’s impact can be found at www.nar.realtor/the-facts. For potential clients looking to buy or sell a home, Acquisto recommended they connect with a licensed real estate professional.

MLS users must enter an agreement with buyers before home tours.

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March 15: Settlement agreement signed April 24: Preliminary approval of settlement review granted by the court Aug 17: Practice changes take effect, earliest day for class action lawsuit notifications to be issued to those impacted Nov. 26: Final approval hearing for the settlement

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“Maybe some of the conversations are different, but since the beginning of time we’ve changed our processes and they’ve improved,” she said. “Change is a constant. What hasn’t changed is the law of agency and how we represent our clients on both sides.”

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More than 365 homes in the area were sold during May while nearly 500 new listings were added. The 75077 ZIP code area saw the median home price rise above $600,000 with the largest year-over-year increase reported in the area. Residential market data

Number of homes sold

May 2023

May 2024

+13.3%

-9.68%

+45.45%

+15.18%

+23.53%

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$667,500 $545,000 $492,500 $545,000 $427,206

$816,500 $640,000 $602,450 $580,000 $459,990

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215

$400,000-$699,999

Number of homes under contract

-37.5%

-23.94%

+7.32%

-17.39%

+18.31%

$100,000-$399,999

<$99,999

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Everybody’s Got a Project oers remodeling supplies and installation services for various projects.

Melinda Page (left), Danielle Page (center) and Stephanie Knibbs (right) opened Everybody’s Got a Project in September 2023.

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Everybody’s Got a Project co-owners will visit clients’ homes to take measurements for projects.

Wielding decades of construction industry experience, Melinda Page, her daughter Danielle Page and family friend Stephanie Knibbs opened remodeling supply store Everybody’s Got a Project in September 2023. “That construction and real estate experience helped me a lot,” Danielle Page said. “I use it ... to gure out the value you’re putting into your house versus what you’ll get out of it.” The inspiration While working as a contractor, Danielle Page said she noticed the amount of time clients spent trying to nd items for their projects. “We thought there needed to be a solution to that, so we decided to be that solution,” she said.

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Make macrame produce bags Participants will make a reusable macrame produce bag. Registration is required. • July 27, 6:30-9:30 p.m. • $45 • The DIY District, 308 FM-1830, Ste. 3C, Argyle • www.thediydistrict.com Argyle football camp Participants from grades 7-12 will learn fundamental skills necessary for offensive and defensive positions. • July 29-Aug. 1, 7:30-10:30 a.m. • $125 • Eagle Stadium at Argyle Middle School, 191 S. Hwy. 377, Argyle • www.argyleeaglessports.com/camps

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Local photography display Photographs by resident Tina Church Alvarez will be on display in the Flower Mound Town Hall. • Through July 31 • Free • 2121 Cross Timbers Road, Flower Mound • Facebook: Flower Mound Arts Family Adventure Lab: Kitchen Chemistry Students in grades K-5 will explore chemical reactions using household ingredients. • July 23, 3-5 p.m. • Free • Flower Mound Public Library, Family Movie: “Muppet Treasure Island” Attendees can use provided props and sing along during the showing of “Muppet Treasure Island.” • July 24, 4-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • Flower Mound Public Library, 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/libraryevents 3030 Broadmoor Lane, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/libraryevents

Woodstock tribute party Attendees are invited to wear groovy outfits to this event celebrating the 55th anniversary of Woodstock. The SuperGlide Band will play hits from the artists who performed at the festival. Lunch and dessert are included. • Aug. 13, 11 a.m. • $5 • Flower Mound Senior Center, 2701 W. Windsor Drive, Flower Mound • www.flower-mound.com/seniors

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Argyle Farmers Market Local farmers will be selling locally grown meats, produce, dairy, honey and more. • Aug. 10, 9 a.m.-noon • Free (admission) • 415 S. Hwy. 377, Argyle • Facebook: Argyle Farmers Market

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Brandon Bunn (right) opened the Highland Village cafe in 2011. Gigi Collins (left) is the manager.

The two egg breakfast ($10.50) includes any style egg with choice of bacon, sausage or ham.

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Snooty Pig Cafe serves meals, longtime relationships As the son of a restaurateur, Brandon Bunn said he grew up around the business. At the age of 21, he opened the Snooty Pig Cafe in 2001. The background Bunn’s rst Snooty Pig Cafe was in the Grapevine/ Colleyville area. In 2011, he opened a Highland Village location. There is another Snooty Pig Cafe in Argyle that is owned by his father, Blake Bunn. What’s on the menu What’s special about it Snooty Pig Cafe manager Gigi Collins has been with the company 11 years. She said many of their employees started out as customers.

Snooty Pig Cafe’s buttermilk pancakes ($9) are a top selling item, owner Brandon Bunn said.

Collins added that over the years she has devel- oped rst name-basis relationships with customers. “I look forward to going to work because I need my people,” Collins said. Going forward Bunn has set a goal to open a second location in the Grapevine/Colleyville area within a year. He said he hopes to open multiple locations within ve years and possibly entertain franchising opportunities.

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